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Last post on Feb 14, 2007 at 2:57 PM
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#27 of 29 Re: 3 series versus 5 series [shipo]
by kyfdx HOST
Feb 14, 2007 (1:42 pm)
Hey, Shipo!!
That 5-series in NJ is now for sale for $17,500..
#28 of 29 Re: 3 series versus 5 series [kyfdx]
by shipo
Feb 14, 2007 (1:50 pm)
Thanks, I'll take a peek.
#29 of 29 Re: 3 series versus 5 series [shipo]
by bruceomega
Feb 14, 2007 (2:57 pm)
Shipo,
Yes, you are very helpful. I had not thought about the 5 using a different sidewall height compared to the 3 for differentiating it's ride quality with RFTs.
I read a road test on the new X5, and it may have been at Edmunds, saying BMW switched from struts to unequal length a-arms(?) specifically due to the RFTs. They said this is the first time BMW has not used struts in many years, and it was successful in providng a smooth ride despite the RFTs.
Anyway, probably now need to sit back and see what is actually on the new 5 series when it comes out.
Thanks
Bruce