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Originally Posted by m630' date='Dec 3 2004, 09:55 AM

[quote name='CVTBenhogan' date='Dec 2 2004, 06:15 PM']Based on what I've learned from this forum, the 545i and 535d (not available in the U.S.) seem to be the favorites.? Engine-wise, spending over $50K and not getting a valvetronic would be tough.? Waiting for R6 530 is an option and my dealer said ordering starts in sometime April and May.? The R6 might be a 06 with a substantial price increase, which makes an 05 545 later in the year very attractive.? The 06 might have some changes, such as better safety rating, upgraded interior, and revised rear taillamps ( :rolleyes: ).? Not sure.?

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welcome! i think you will love coming over to BMW from Audi, they are nice cars, but the driving feel of BMW's are (IMHO) uncomparable

..just some things to keep in mind since you are new here, ....if you are not in a rush and dont need the 545i V8 power, defintely consider the 530i with the R6. This is a powerful engine that was developed for the 630i with ~258bhp, and they use of some light alloys to reduce the weight so it should be noticably quicker than the current 530i...

im waiting on it, as well as some other exterior/interior changes that will be incorportated into the MY '06's ... :thumbsup:

good luck!

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Thanks everyone in the E60 forum for the warm welcome!

I'm very patient when it comes to getting a new ride. I ordered my A4 3.0 CVT and it was well worth it. Few regrets going this route.

A possible A4 and E60 combo in my garage would be the best of both worlds.

M630, good luck on your 06 530i. The R6 with more power (258hp) and 15% better fuel economy sounds very attractive. My wild guess is the 530i will have a 0-60 in the 6.3 to 6.5 range and 29/34 (city/highway) mpg. While fuel mileage is not a deal breaker, its nice to know that the motor moving you is world class in every way. I'm still amazed at the mileage figures for the 545 and the 745. The 2005 3.2 A6 gets only 23/25 approx with a 0-60 of 7.0. Big difference here.

M630, As for MY 06, what interior and exterior changes are expected? More wood below the center dash?, and revised taillamps? :blink: Can't wait to see this.

Regards,

CVT Benhogan