750i is now official
01-28-2005, 07:45 AM
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My Ride: MY05 545i Jet Black with Auburn interior. SMG, Logic7, Sport Package, Comfort Seats, Navigation.
Well, I didn't expect it to happen so soon, but my 545i will be replaced in 6 month. Here is the official data on the new engine from BMW press release:
750i/Li replacing 745i/Li:
? V8 engine with VALVETRONIC, Double-VANOS, and steplessly-variable intake system.
? Engine thoroughly updated and enhanced.
? Displacement: 4,799 cc (745i/Li was 4,398, + 9 per cent).
? Power: 360 hp at 6,300 rpm (was 325 at 6,100, + 11 per cent).
? Torque: 360 lb-ft at 3,400 rpm (was 330 at 3,600, + 9 per cent).
? 0?60 mph in 5.8 seconds (was 5.9)
? Fuel economy, EPA est. MPG, city/highway: No data.
Will this change make you guys wanna upgrade your 5'er soon?
750i/Li replacing 745i/Li:
? V8 engine with VALVETRONIC, Double-VANOS, and steplessly-variable intake system.
? Engine thoroughly updated and enhanced.
? Displacement: 4,799 cc (745i/Li was 4,398, + 9 per cent).
? Power: 360 hp at 6,300 rpm (was 325 at 6,100, + 11 per cent).
? Torque: 360 lb-ft at 3,400 rpm (was 330 at 3,600, + 9 per cent).
? 0?60 mph in 5.8 seconds (was 5.9)
? Fuel economy, EPA est. MPG, city/highway: No data.
Will this change make you guys wanna upgrade your 5'er soon?
01-28-2005, 07:53 AM
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Doesn't bother me one bit. Time is always marching on, products improved, etc. I leased an E60 for three years, when the lease is up, I'll probably end up with whatever the latest iteration of whatever car I choose to lease at that time.
Speedracer, are you going to unload your 545i for the 7?
Speedracer, are you going to unload your 545i for the 7?
01-28-2005, 08:12 AM
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My Ride: MY05 545i Jet Black with Auburn interior. SMG, Logic7, Sport Package, Comfort Seats, Navigation.
When October comes, if someone offers me a good price for me car (bought out), I will considere ED's a 550.
Looking at resale value of a 04 545i, I estimate it to be around 52-54K. I believe it's financially doable to trade in my 545i and pay the difference of about 10K for the 550i.
That averages to be around $833 per month (cost of ownership) which is about the leasing rate for a 545i.
I gotta do some more math regarding this thought.
Looking at resale value of a 04 545i, I estimate it to be around 52-54K. I believe it's financially doable to trade in my 545i and pay the difference of about 10K for the 550i.
That averages to be around $833 per month (cost of ownership) which is about the leasing rate for a 545i.
I gotta do some more math regarding this thought.
01-28-2005, 08:30 AM
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My Ride: 2005 545i Silver Grey/ Black - Sport, Premium Sound, Cold Pkg, Satellite Radio, Comfort Seats
according to dealer and BMW NA there is no 550i for 2006. maybe 2007
01-28-2005, 08:39 AM
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My Ride: G30 M550i
Model Year: 2018
Originally Posted by speedracerF4i' date='Jan 28 2005, 12:12 PM
When October comes, if someone offers me a good price for me car (bought out), I will considere ED's a 550.
Looking at resale value of a 04 545i, I estimate it to be around 52-54K. I believe it's financially doable to trade in my 545i and pay the difference of about 10K for the 550i.
That averages to be around $833 per month (cost of ownership) which is about the leasing rate for a 545i.
I gotta do some more math regarding this thought.
Looking at resale value of a 04 545i, I estimate it to be around 52-54K. I believe it's financially doable to trade in my 545i and pay the difference of about 10K for the 550i.
That averages to be around $833 per month (cost of ownership) which is about the leasing rate for a 545i.
I gotta do some more math regarding this thought.
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I get it now. Since there's no official word on a 550i, your original post implied (to me) that you were going to get a 7 in six months.
01-28-2005, 12:05 PM
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My Ride: 530iA Silver Grey , black interior. Premium Package, Navigation System, Head-up Display, Radio Satellite, Adaptive Xenon Headlights. AC Schnitzer Front Lip, H&R springs, Rear red reflector, All season Floor mat,
If i have 545i, i would upgrade to m5 instead. No point upgrading from a V8 to a V8 again just because of more HP and torque... 
01-28-2005, 01:15 PM
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My Ride: E60 "Stripper"
Now C6 "Stripper"
Either way wouldn't you rather wait until the New V8 has been out for a couple of years say 2007 model year E60 (9/06 production?) or 2008 (9/07 production)?
Or wait until at least the 2nd model year for the New M5?
Though ED will soften the $$$ hit, sometimes good things come to those who wait.
Or wait until at least the 2nd model year for the New M5?
Though ED will soften the $$$ hit, sometimes good things come to those who wait.
01-29-2005, 07:43 PM
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My Ride: 545iSMGSilver GrayAuburn Dakota LeatherLogic 7 Premium SoundSports Package
Originally Posted by Guest' date='Jan 28 2005, 02:18 PM
So now a 750i will be neck and neck to a 04 or 05 545i from 0 to 60mph? 
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