FS: 20in Miro's - M6 Replica's
08-14-2009, 03:12 PM
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Originally Posted by sdg1871' post='976981' date='Aug 14 2009, 06:07 PM
Brett, you know that I think your ride looks beautiful with the rep 167s on it. But I know that you like the 166s better if you keep it.
If you have the cash, the 535 or the 550 are huge steps up in power and speed from the 530. 550 is, of course, faster than 535 stock but a modded 535 will smoke the 550. (Given that, I am thinking of getting an ECU reflash from TT Motorsports that adds 24 bhp to bring power up to 384 bhp for a cost of $795). I love the 550 and its V8 engine. The engine sounds so sweet and its power curve is so steady, so linear, so predictable. The V8 is a solid, proven engine.
If you ever are serious about the 550, I am still looking for someone to assume my lease which ends in March 2012. But mine is an 18K miles per year lease which makes the payments higher. And I put not a penny down on the lease for a cap cost reduction as a cap cost reduction is not a wise econonic move should the car be stolen/totaled during the lease.
Although my 550 is terrific, you could get a 535 for less and mod it to be faster than my car. That's probably the wiser move economically.
If you have the cash, the 535 or the 550 are huge steps up in power and speed from the 530. 550 is, of course, faster than 535 stock but a modded 535 will smoke the 550. (Given that, I am thinking of getting an ECU reflash from TT Motorsports that adds 24 bhp to bring power up to 384 bhp for a cost of $795). I love the 550 and its V8 engine. The engine sounds so sweet and its power curve is so steady, so linear, so predictable. The V8 is a solid, proven engine.
If you ever are serious about the 550, I am still looking for someone to assume my lease which ends in March 2012. But mine is an 18K miles per year lease which makes the payments higher. And I put not a penny down on the lease for a cap cost reduction as a cap cost reduction is not a wise econonic move should the car be stolen/totaled during the lease.
Although my 550 is terrific, you could get a 535 for less and mod it to be faster than my car. That's probably the wiser move economically.
Thanks for the offer but that lease option for me would be a waste. I have almost owned my 530 for a year and havent even put 6k on it.
Someone buy my wheels
08-14-2009, 03:15 PM
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Originally Posted by Alpine White Girl' post='976987' date='Aug 14 2009, 07:12 PM
I would love either the 550 or the 535 but if i had to pick it would be the turbo's.
Thanks for the offer but that lease option for me would be a waste. I have almost owned my 530 for a year and havent even put 6k on it.
Someone buy my wheels
Thanks for the offer but that lease option for me would be a waste. I have almost owned my 530 for a year and havent even put 6k on it.
Someone buy my wheels
Yes in terms of bang for the buck, 535 is a great choice.
08-14-2009, 03:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Alpine White Girl' post='976987' date='Aug 14 2009, 07:12 PM
I would love either the 550 or the 535 but if i had to pick it would be the turbo's.
Thanks for the offer but that lease option for me would be a waste. I have almost owned my 530 for a year and havent even put 6k on it.
Someone buy my wheels
Thanks for the offer but that lease option for me would be a waste. I have almost owned my 530 for a year and havent even put 6k on it.
Someone buy my wheels
08-14-2009, 04:58 PM
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Originally Posted by craigm1841' post='977000' date='Aug 14 2009, 07:23 PM
i did the 12K a year, i am 9 months in and i am at the 12K mark now. once i move downtown the car wont need to leave the parkign garage on weekends expect for joyrides.
08-14-2009, 07:27 PM
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Originally Posted by Alpine White Girl' post='976958' date='Aug 14 2009, 06:45 PM
i was just at the store and parked away from everyone. as i was walking back to my car i couldnt help myself but take a picture!! I love the look of the oem chrome grille's with the chrome slants. anyways...here is the most current picture!
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Thats a beauty.
08-15-2009, 12:16 AM
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Originally Posted by tex_phil' post='977211' date='Aug 14 2009, 10:28 PM
pic of a car looks great, but taking up two spots is just ASKING to get dented or keyed.
Im glad your looking out for me Phil!
Anyways....
someone buy my wheels. 1500 + shipping. Will meet anyone in iowa (meet in des moines), or missouri/kansas (meet in kansas city, mo).
08-15-2009, 10:39 AM
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Originally Posted by Alpine White Girl' post='976958' date='Aug 14 2009, 06:45 PM
i was just at the store and parked away from everyone. as i was walking back to my car i couldnt help myself but take a picture!! I love the look of the oem chrome grille's with the chrome slants. anyways...here is the most current picture!
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08-15-2009, 04:25 PM
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Originally Posted by DrLev99' post='977591' date='Aug 15 2009, 01:39 PM
You are just asking to get keyed with a parking job like that.
Wheels for sale! M6 style 20x9 and 20x10. Center caps, hub rings, mounted and balanced tires barely used!
Would also consider trades. Would trade for m166's, and id cover the difference depending on the tires and condition of the wheels. Mine are 99% perfect.
08-15-2009, 09:20 PM
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My Ride: 2008 Alpine White 550i Sport, Cream Beige Interior, 6-Sp Manual - retired 9/2011
Somebody buy these sweet rims....I want to see some 166's on Brett's car instead! 