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Replying to: roadburner (Mar 01, 2008 7:51 am) Also how can I tell from a photo if the sound system is Premium Sound? |
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Replying to: alko1 (Mar 07, 2008 1:18 am) Hope this helps. Best Regards, Shipo
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Replying to: alko1 (Mar 07, 2008 1:18 am) Have you listened to the "Premium Sound" system? To my ears it doesn't sound all that great. Bavarian Soundwerks sells a speaker upgrade package for the E39 that is an easy afternoon DIY project. For $450 that is the route I would take.
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Replying to: roadburner (Mar 07, 2008 5:09 am) My E39 has the premium sound. The best thing about it is that the EQ settings are pretty extensive, and allow some decent customization. Most people don't adjust anything there. I also upgraded the speakers using one of Bav Soundwerk's kits, and now it sounds even better.
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Replying to: ny540i6 (Mar 07, 2008 7:39 am) My wife's E39 had the DSP as well, I finally found a guy on BMWTips.com who had spent some time with a Rat Shack spl meter and a calibration CD. I set the equalizer to his recommendations and the result was a much better sound. Still not that great though. In all honesty, I thought the premium system in my E36/7 sounded much better- though I am planning to fit it with the BSW midranges and tweeters. |
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Replying to: shipo (Mar 07, 2008 4:48 am) |
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| I am considering buying a 2003 340i with 51,000 miles in the Central NJ area. What should I consider when to purchase this car? Warranty? Is this a good price? Potential maintenance? Other considerations? Thanks | |
| I am considering buying a 2003 340i with 51,000 miles in the Central NJ area. What should I consider when to purchase this car? Warranties? Is this a good price? Potential problems and maintenance? Other considerations? Thanks | |
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That is indeed the question! I leased a 2005 545i back in July 2005 for 3 years and got a great deal: 0.001 (2.4% interest) money factor and a great cap. cost with no money down, 36,000 miles allowed. The car has performed flawlessly-no mechanical or electrical issues. No dings. Looks as good as new. I get an incredible 21 mpg out of the wonderful V8. The vehicle only has 23,000 miles. It has Steptronic transmission and comfort seats. No sport package. I just put new Contis on and it rides better than ever! The buyout on my contract is $34,320 which I consider a bit "high!" I really hate to give this baby back which has performed flawlessly with much fewer miles on it than the 36,000 that is allowed. I have always leased BMW's since 1993. Would it be wise to CPO the 545i and buy it? If I do so, would I be in a good position to negotiate a lower price than the $34,320 with my dealer? Would he rather "deal" with me than take the car back at lease termination? Any wiggle room here? From BMWNA's website, they finance 2005 CPO 5 Series at 3.9%. I believe it costs around $1400 to CPO the vehicle. Or, should I just forget all this, give the 545i back and move on to the next lease which more than likely would be a 3 Series? The run-flats, however, would be a huge turnoff for me on the 3 Series. I have only been driving around 9000 miles per year, so excessive maintenance costs with the 545i shouldn't be an issue. But, who knows? I am open to any and all suggestions. 
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Replying to: eastburg5 (Feb 17, 2008 5:12 pm)
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