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#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
#12611 of 12657 run flat vs. regular by zoelman Jul 03, 2009 (11:02 am)
i have a 2004 545i with sports package and run-flat tires and the tires are close to needing replacement. I have the Dunlop SP Sport 01 DSST on now.   have other BMW drivers switched from run-flats to regular tires and what were their experiences, better, worse? are the run-flats worth the huge price difference? i am really leaning toward regular UHP tires as i live in southern california.   also, by current tires are 93Y rated, can i go with a 93W and is there much difference?   tires i found on tirerack that look good are Bridgestone Potenza RE760 and the Dunlop Direzza DZ101. the Michelins are so expensive, nearly as much as the run-flats so i didn't want to go that way if i could help it.   thanks for any help.   brian Replies to this message: shipo (Jul 03, 2009 1:50 pm) erickpl (Jul 06, 2009 8:06 am) zoelman (Jul 08, 2009 3:08 pm) roadburner (Jul 03, 2009 6:17 pm)
#12612 of 12657 Re: run flat vs. regular [zoelman] by shipo Jul 03, 2009 (1:50 pm)
Replying to: zoelman (Jul 03, 2009 11:02 am) I've been following the RFT debate since its inception, and over the years I've heard reports from well over 100 folks who've thrown their RFTs in the trash (often before they're worn out) and replaced them with Gets Flat Tires (GFTs). Guess what? Not a single one of them has even remotely considered switching back. Why? GFTs cost less, ride better, handle better, are often much quieter, and they usually last longer.   Best regards, Shipo Replies to this message: erickpl (Jul 06, 2009 8:06 am) zoelman (Jul 08, 2009 3:08 pm)
#12613 of 12657 Re: run flat vs. regular [zoelman] by roadburner Jul 03, 2009 (6:17 pm)
Replying to: zoelman (Jul 03, 2009 11:02 am) I'd go with the Direzzas- you'll increase comfort and grip.

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