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Sedans BMW 5-Series Buying a used 5 Series
179 messages, Last post on Aug 28, 2008 at 1:25 PM
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Replying to: optimusprime21 (Apr 28, 2008 8:16 pm) |
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Replying to: shipo (Apr 28, 2008 9:35 pm) Don't feel too bad; I just drove a 2005 545i with SMG and it sucked every bit as hard as the SMG I had in my 645i press loaner.
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Replying to: roadburner (Apr 29, 2008 10:42 am)
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Replying to: gb2008 (Apr 28, 2008 4:16 pm) |
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Replying to: gb2008 (Apr 29, 2008 4:53 pm) Auto mode is nowhere near as smooth as a DSG or a true automatic. The shifts are slow and you feel a slight lurch as the transmission upshifts(downshifts are OK). As for manual mode, the SMG will override your shift inputs if they would cause the engine to over-rev. You really need to drive one to see if you could live with/tolerate its unique characteristics. Me, I could probably endure the SMG fitted to the ///M cars if I had to, but the SMG fitted to the garden variety cars would be a deal-breaker for me. |
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My husband & I plan to buy a used '08 5 series next year. We've test driven both 535 and 550. We both LOVE the 550, but need some justification for paying so much more when the 535 is such a great car. For long-term resale value my thought was that there will be fewer 550's on the road 10 years from now and as such it would appeal more to the hobbyist buyer who likes older BMW's. Also, the 550 Sport comes equipped with the M faschia and awesome wheels which I think would make it more appealing to a potential buyer when it's an older car. Am I right? So which car would hold a higher % of its original value, the 535 or the 550? BTW, we do plan to purchase a vehicle that is equipped with the sport package.
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Replying to: optimusprime21 (Apr 28, 2008 8:16 pm)
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Replying to: blksapwit19 (May 04, 2008 6:13 pm) After some negotiating, I closed my deal for $26.5k. I kept stalling and waited until the last day of the month in order to get the best possible price. Good luck with your purchase!
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Replying to: optimusprime21 (May 05, 2008 10:44 am) |
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I am looking to purchase a 1994 530i and have been told it is a "4 wheel drive". I thought the all wheel drives were "xi" or does that come later? It has a lot of miles on it, 222,000 but the price seems right and I know these vehicles have long life...I live in Northern Michigan and am concerned about heavy snow and icy roads with this vehicle...thus the 4 wheel drive. Help and thank you!
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