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#12600 of 12657 Re: '04 525i - Sound good? [atodd3] by andys120 Feb 01, 2009 (2:55 pm)
Replying to: atodd3 (Jan 30, 2009 7:45 am) I am nervous about lack of awd here in New England...would appreciate thoughts on that, too.   Don't be, assuming you have some experience driving in snow and a level head as well as a good set of snow tires (not all-seasons).   I bought a 2000 528iA back in '04 and put on a lot of miles in snowy, hilly NH winters and only ever got it stuck but once so far under odd circumstances. With a set of Blizzaks and a tow strap in the trunk you should be ready for anything.
#12601 of 12657 Re: Doesn't the '04 525i.... [kyfdx] by tayl0rd Feb 10, 2009 (12:59 pm)
Replying to: kyfdx (Feb 01, 2009 5:33 am) ...that car might be a tad slow..   It'll be more than a "tad" slow! That year did have the wheezy 184HP engine to lug around 3700+ pounds of car and driver. It'll feel like driving a Chevy Cobalt or something along those lines. Agonizingly slow!
#12603 of 12657 2009 sport suspension by richardga73 Feb 24, 2009 (4:54 am)
Has anyone driven the new 550i with the m-spec sports suspension? In "Bimmer" they said that it rode much smoother yet handled better. The sport option costs over $4K but would be worth it considering the condition of the roads in US. It is only found on the 550i. The 535 and the 528 sports have the regular rough riding sport. And you 535 owners dont get your panties in a wad and say that it doesnt ride rough. It is always "brittle and often abrasive." Replies to this message: tayl0rd (Mar 03, 2009 12:21 pm)
#12604 of 12657 got my first 5 series by bobbybuche Feb 25, 2009 (5:40 am)
yesterday i purchased a 1997 bmw 528i. the car is loaded other than the phone in the center console (im glad, it would be embarassing to have that giant thing in the car), the guy that owned it before me only put 65,000 miles on it. i just traded in my ford exploder and with the loan and interest i only owe 7,100 dollars. i think i got a great deal on this car for the condition, mileage, and price and it beats the hell out of driving a two door explorer for another year. Replies to this message: roadburner (Feb 25, 2009 8:33 pm)
#12605 of 12657 Re: got my first 5 series [bobbybuche] by roadburner Feb 25, 2009 (8:33 pm)
Replying to: bobbybuche (Feb 25, 2009 5:40 am) Check out the Yahoo E39 Enthusiasts Group; lots of good information can be found there. Also visit BMWTIPS.com. I ran a '97 528i from 2000 to 2005- they are great cars.
#12606 of 12657 Re: 2009 sport suspension [richardga73] by tayl0rd Mar 03, 2009 (12:21 pm)
Replying to: richardga73 (Feb 24, 2009 4:54 am) As far as I know, the '09 550i Sport has the same suspension as the '08 550i Sport. That being said, I have the '08. To me the ride is more planted than in the 535i Sport. The 535i Sport felt too flimsy to me, and the 550i Sport definitely inspires more confidence in the bends when hustling it (to me.) Some comparison tests have also stated that the 550i Sport corners around a track better than the 535i Sport.   Drive both and see for yourself. Your buttometer is the deciding factor.
#12607 of 12657 Dinan software upgrade for 2009 535? by dexinsd Mar 24, 2009 (12:31 pm)
Does anyone out there have any experience to share with the Dinan Stage 1 or 2 upgrade for a 2009 535i? Supposedly it significantly boosts the HP and torque by increasing the turbo boost. Cost is $2K for the Stage 2 and $1,500 for Stage 1. Dinan provides the warranty equivalent to BMW 4 yr/50K mi.   Thoughts or recommendations? Replies to this message: roadburner (Mar 24, 2009 3:41 pm)
#12608 of 12657 Re: Dinan software upgrade for 2009 535? [dexinsd] by roadburner Mar 24, 2009 (3:41 pm)
Replying to: dexinsd (Mar 24, 2009 12:31 pm) I know Steve Dinan, and the products that he sells are first-rate- no question. But they do tend to be expensive. Will Turner has an ECU upgrade for the N54; you might want to give him a call. I've had good service from his shop as well.
#12609 of 12657 Horn went off by its self by galama Apr 14, 2009 (6:45 am)
I got 2002 bmw 530i was driving and horn went off few times on its own 30 sec. later again 20 sec. later went on and it stayed on. i took fuse out now my memory seats don't work normal my strering wheel does not move up when i turn my key off and when i tryed to put my fuse back in and horn went off again and stays on.. can anyone help please. tx Joe

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