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#40 of 59 Re: And...some reasons for making middle-to-high-end diesels [waterlooboys] by jlbl

Jul 21, 2005 (3:02 am)

Replying to: waterlooboys (Jul 20, 2005 1:59 pm)
I drive a 530d and—in addition to the fact that its max. speed and cruise speed have nothing to envy to, say, those of a 530i—the rocket you feel you are driving when you press the accelerator from 2,000 r•m on is amazing. A 530d has much more punch than a similar (or higher) HP-powered gas engine. This is one reason to prefer a diesel over a gas engine even at the level of a 5-Series. In particular if you must drive along not only highways but also mountain roads. It is not the speed but the acceleration what matters there when overtaking a slower vehicle.
 
The mileage you get with diesels is another reason. Specially here, in Europe, where the fuel prices can reach the moon in a few time. Nobody disdains cheaper journeys no matter he/she drives a small car or a luxury performance car. A 5-Series or similar is not a Ferrari, in any case.
 
Then, a diesel engine usually endures more mileage or more years in good condition. For this reason, resale prices are higher for diesel powered cars, it including those of the high-level segment, here in the UE.
 
Finally, there is silence and no vibrations in a high-end diesel-powered car nowadays.
 
Those are the reasons supporting my crossing the line from gas to diesel when I bought my 530d one year ago. I was a gas car driver until then. The only thing I regret sometimes is the noise of a good gas engine. That of the diesel is always more bronco. My family and I still drive a gas Mini Cooper—so funny and useful! But there was no comparable diesel engine there!
 
Regards

#41 of 59 BMW has started a new era! by melopll

Oct 12, 2005 (9:44 pm)

I am a diesel lover and user since 1995. I always knew there was something missing on diesel engines but I didn't know what it was until BMW came with the idea of the twin turbo (535D)!!! That's what is missing on diesel engines... power on top!
I hope that other car makers are going to follow BMW and really build same serious sports car based on diesel. The era of gasoline car ends with electronic injection, it's hard to say but it's true. The new M3 engine, for example is good, it was "the best engine of the year" in 2000something, but is not as fun as the old carburator. Actually it's quite boring.
It would be nice to have a Z4d with the new 535D engine, or a V12d on the 7 series or see WV using what BMW has done with the 535D.
What a shame that petroleum engine are about to end when a new diesel chapter is starting.

#42 of 59 BMW has started a new era! by melopll

Oct 12, 2005 (9:45 pm)

I am a diesel lover and user since 1995. I always knew there was something missing on diesel engines but I didn't know what it was until BMW came with the idea of the twin turbo (535D)!!! That's what is missing on diesel engines... power on top!
I hope that other car makers are going to follow BMW and really build same serious sports car based on diesel. The era of gasoline car ends with electronic injection, it's hard to say but it's true. The new M3 engine, for example is good, it was "the best engine of the year" in 2000something, but is not as fun as the old carburetor. Actually it's quite boring.
It would be nice to have a Z4d with the new 535D engine, or a V12d on the 7 series or see WV using what BMW has done with the 535D.
What a shame that petroleum engine are about to end when a new diesel chapter is starting.

#43 of 59 How do I import a 535D into the US? by gidian

Oct 28, 2005 (1:58 pm)

I am very interested in getting a 535D, but I live in the US.
Is there a way to have one imported?
 
Thanks,

#44 of 59 Re: How do I import a 535D into the US? [gidian] by jlbl

Nov 02, 2005 (2:41 am)

Replying to: gidian (Oct 28, 2005 1:58 pm)
I am not sure but, may be with European Delivery through an authorized dealer in the US?
 
Regards,
José

#45 of 59 nope by dhanley

Nov 02, 2005 (11:24 am)

you can't bring a BMW here that BMW NA doesn't sell.
 
Think about it, who'd work on it?
 
Aside from that, all cars have to be federally certified.
 
dave

#46 of 59 Re: nope [dhanley] by jlbl

Nov 04, 2005 (3:22 am)

Replying to: dhanley (Nov 02, 2005 11:24 am)
OK, I should have known better! I cannot take my 530d into the US, then.
 
Regards,
Jose

#47 of 59 sorry by dhanley

Nov 04, 2005 (12:18 pm)

I know it sucks--your 530d is a great car.
 
If they had the 335d here, i'd buy one. 272 hp, 380lbft--yum!
 
dave

#48 of 59 Anybody knows of a "good" source of 535d engine + manual Tranny? by bubico

Apr 05, 2006 (12:55 pm)

What I mean by "good" would be fair priced and reliable source (I don't want to end with a melted engine after I pay and ship it over the pond ...). Thank you, bubico
P.S. Pond = Atlantic

#49 of 59 535d in the United States by drhasslefree

May 14, 2006 (10:52 am)

Does anyone know when BMWNA will bring the BMW 535d to the US. The year is almost half way and I am seeing more stations with the "premium" diesel (ULSD.
I am interested in the car and BMWNA will not support it

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