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| 10021990 (759hp) | When I first heard my 528i running at the dealer, I had the thought that it was very similar to a diesel. Still sounds like that.
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| Trenchy520 (559hp) | Quote: Originally written by cityjohn When I first heard my 528i running at the dealer, I had the thought that it was very similar to a diesel. Still sounds like that. But for the power it has, I'm willing to drive without caring about how it sounds
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| grundig (687hp) | Quote: Originally posted by The Beast Quote: Originally posted by BMWrules7 Yes, diesels are less sophisticated, but so am I. It only sounds like a diesel when idling. At high speed they sound great. But I think he means a 528i petrol engine... But I think that was really embarrassing! I was so engrossed in the diesel that I couldn't see the model.
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| 09121984 (905hp) | Quote: Originally posted by m_alnimah I recently got a 528i rental car... I noticed that it sounds TERRIBLE, like a loud diesel tractor. Is this common for all 528i? I drove an X3 xDrive28i and it didn't sound like that at all! It doesn't sound very attractive, a 520i sounds better in my opinion, BUT, for the amount of power this thing has, I would probably close the windows and drive with the radio on! Do all you 528i owners hate the sound of your engine? At some point I thought there was something wrong with the car... Does the 328i (soon to be 330i) sound like that too? What model year is this 528i loaner? Mine is the 2014 528i LCI model, which does not have the sound you describe. The cabin is very quiet and there is no clicking at all. In fact, I can adjust the engine sound through coding (Active Sound Design) to sound like a V8 engine or an M5 engine if I want, although some people hate it and leave it at zero.
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| 17121990 (150hp) | I had a 2012 528xi and now drive a 2015 528xi msport. Yes, externally it resembles a clunky diesel when the engine is cold. You will never hear this clanging noise in the car. MY12 was quiet, but MY15 is even quieter. It's dead quiet. Active Sound was introduced in 2014 (in 528), so the sound you hear in the cabin is really nice. Very different from the 528 before 2014. The performance is sufficient, there is also nothing to complain about the refinement of the MY15 (whatever this subjective term may express), and that's why I'm in the second model 528.
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| 03051989 (408hp) | I have a 2012 N20 528i and don't notice any rattling or rattling. My car is very quiet and maybe the sound when starting up isn't the best, but other than that I barely hear it. And I often drive with the windows down and the roof down
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| Holygrail (362hp) | The 528 rental units I got were very quiet and buttery smooth. There may be something wrong with the car.
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| angie3 (792hp) | When I had the loaner, it was very similar to my parents' Volvo diesel...loud and rattling like a hit! It also felt like a 4 cylinder engine was powered by only 3 cylinders. I guess I really need to hear about a newer diesel because there are a lot of people who write about how quiet their diesels are.
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| jeeper (236hp) | Quote: Originally posted by lsturbointeg When I had the loaner, it was very similar to my parents' Volvo diesel...loud and rattling like $hit! It also felt like a 4 cylinder engine was powered by only 3 cylinders. I guess I really need to hear about a newer diesel because there are a lot of people who write about how quiet their diesels are. Exactly!!
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| richtorr (778hp) | So I recently got a 528i rental car... I noticed that it sounds TERRIBLE, like a loud diesel tractor. Is this common for all 528i? I drove an X3 xDrive28i and it didn't sound like that at all! It doesn't sound very attractive, a 520i sounds better in my opinion, BUT, for the amount of power this thing has, I would probably close the windows and drive with the radio on! Do all you 528i owners hate the sound of your engine? At some point I thought there was something wrong with the car... The 328i (soon to be 330i) sounds like that too??
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| pushok (369hp) | Lol...the 3 series loaner they gave me was exactly the same! So damn disgustingly loud clattering! I ended up leaving it in my driveway and using my son's Corolla instead!
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| A900ss (372hp) | Quote: Originally posted by m_alnimah I recently got a 528i rental car... I noticed that it sounds TERRIBLE, like a loud diesel tractor. Is this common for all 528i? I drove an X3 xDrive28i and it didn't sound like that at all! It doesn't sound very attractive, a 520i sounds better in my opinion, BUT, for the amount of power this thing has, I would probably close the windows and drive with the radio on! Do all you 528i owners hate the sound of your engine? At some point I thought there was something wrong with the car... Does the 328i (soon to be 330i) sound like that too? Yes, diesels are less sophisticated, but so am I. It only sounds like a diesel when idling. At high speed they sound great.
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| 26031988 (770hp) | Quote: Originally written by BMWrules7 Yes, diesels are less sophisticated, but so am I. It only sounds like a diesel when idling. At high speed they sound great. But I believe he is referring to a 528i petrol engine...
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| 23091980 (82hp) | When I first heard my 528i running at the dealer, I had the thought that it was very similar to a diesel. Still sounds like that.
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| ariel2 (933hp) | Quote: Originally written by cityjohn When I first heard my 528i running at the dealer, I had the thought that it was very similar to a diesel. Still sounds like that. But for the power it has, I'm willing to drive without caring about how it sounds
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| j11111 (833hp) | Quote: Originally posted by The Beast Quote: Originally posted by BMWrules7 Yes, diesels are less sophisticated, but so am I. It only sounds like a diesel when idling. At high speed they sound great. But I think he means a 528i petrol engine... But I think that was really embarrassing! I was so engrossed in the diesel that I couldn't see the model.
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| coconuts (122hp) | Quote: Originally posted by m_alnimah I recently got a 528i rental car... I noticed that it sounds TERRIBLE, like a loud diesel tractor. Is this common for all 528i? I drove an X3 xDrive28i and it didn't sound like that at all! It doesn't sound very attractive, a 520i sounds better in my opinion, BUT, for the amount of power this thing has, I would probably close the windows and drive with the radio on! Do all you 528i owners hate the sound of your engine? At some point I thought there was something wrong with the car... Does the 328i (soon to be 330i) sound like that too? What model year is this 528i loaner? Mine is the 2014 528i LCI model, which does not have the sound you describe. The cabin is very quiet and there is no clicking at all. In fact, I can adjust the engine sound through coding (Active Sound Design) to sound like a V8 engine or an M5 engine if I want, although some people hate it and leave it at zero.
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| bullsh1t (574hp) | I had a 2012 528xi and now drive a 2015 528xi msport. Yes, externally it resembles a clunky diesel when the engine is cold. You will never hear this clanging noise in the car. MY12 was quiet, but MY15 is even quieter. It's dead quiet. Active Sound was introduced in 2014 (in 528), so the sound you hear in the cabin is really nice. Very different from the 528 before 2014. The performance is sufficient, there is also nothing to complain about the refinement of the MY15 (whatever this subjective term may express), and that's why I'm in the second model 528.
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| 18101977 (432hp) | I have a 2012 N20 528i and don't notice any rattling or rattling. My car is very quiet and maybe the sound when starting up isn't the best, but other than that I barely hear it. And I often drive with the windows down and the roof down
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| born2win (283hp) | The 528 rental units I got were very quiet and buttery smooth. There may be something wrong with the car.
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| elpapi (666hp) | When I had the loaner, it was very similar to my parents' Volvo diesel...loud and rattling like a hit! It also felt like a 4 cylinder engine was powered by only 3 cylinders. I guess I really need to hear about a newer diesel because there are a lot of people who write about how quiet their diesels are.
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| shalimar (22hp) | Quote: Originally posted by lsturbointeg When I had the loaner, it was very similar to my parents' Volvo diesel...loud and rattling like $hit! It also felt like a 4 cylinder engine was powered by only 3 cylinders. I guess I really need to hear about a newer diesel because there are a lot of people who write about how quiet their diesels are. Exactly!!
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| honey88 (490hp) | Hello folks. Could someone please help me and tell me what I did wrong? I have an additional part that I don't have a connection to and I don't know what to do with the black and red wire connections. The bottom part with the yellow is where it connects. I don't know where it can be connected as there are no other places to connect it.
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| Joer (854hp) | You can ignore this installed pair of cables. Turn on your fog lights and see if they turn on. If it doesn't light up, check the polarity at the connection where it rests on the bumper in your picture.
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| breanna123 (259hp) | It worked without having to connect an additional cable, but thank you very much!
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| kalimero (769hp) | Hello folks. Could someone please help me and tell me what I did wrong? I have an additional part that I don't have a connection to and I don't know what to do with the black and red wire connections. The bottom part with the yellow is where it connects. I don't know where it can be connected as there are no other places to connect it.
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| leckmich (193hp) | You can ignore this installed pair of cables. Turn on your fog lights and see if they turn on. If it doesn't light up, check the polarity at the connection where it rests on the bumper in your picture.
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| legend01 (453hp) | It worked without having to connect an additional cable, but thank you very much!
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| asdfx (866hp) | Hello everyone, I'm new to the forum and looking for advice on a possible purchase. The car in question is a MY12 535i, not an M-Sport, one owner with 62,000 km (approx. 38,000 miles). Very clean and tidy car, immaculate interior and packed with factory options such as sunroof, HUD, professional navigation, comfort access, heated comfort seats, HiFi stereo, active steering, adaptive xenon lights, active cruise control, EDC/Dynamic Drive/Adaptive Drive and all-round visibility. The price is also very attractive. An extended warranty is offered, but an investigation has shown it to be worthless. So consider it as no guarantee other than the 30 day guarantee required by law by the dealer. It is for sale at a prestige car dealer, not BMW. If we move forward, I would have BMW check it for any obvious problems, and perhaps through the database for history? I would probably also seek an extended warranty through the only reputable provider in Australia. On the plus side: *We looked at 520s, so a 535 that fits our budget is attractive. *The car has lots of options and I am a gadget lover. *It appears to be in excellent condition inside and out. The downside: *It is almost 4 years old *It has traveled a considerable distance (15,000 km/year). *There may also be more errors with all of these options, especially with the Active Steering, EDC and Adaptive Drive components. *Questions about turbo engine lifespan? *I prefer the looks of the M Sport. Any opinions or suggestions? Should I continue or turn around and walk away quickly??
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| tubby1 (663hp) | As a 535i (estate) owner, I may be a little biased, but I don't regret the engine choice. For me, the N55 is an excellent engine, typical of what has made BMW special over the years: a decent I6 engine. As for a loaded car, I went for that too, I have most of what your example has. It's a bigger risk, but the option is a reduced example. Where's the fun in that? I drive with an extended warranty, see it as part of the running costs and for peace of mind. Have you test driven the car (you say it's a clean example), tried it and then made a decision? By the way, mine is now in its fifth year and I have no intention of reselling it as I enjoy all the options and it puts a big smile on my face every time I drive it. HighlandPete
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| 248248 (791hp) | If you're a keen driver, I'd go for a 535i MSport. handling is much better.
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| felixthecat (187hp) | Quote: Originally posted by Ben2k9 If you are an avid driver I would go for a 535i msport. handling is significantly better. Depends on how we see better. It is a personal preference whether the passive sport suspension (704) is better/worse or simply different from the sport mode in Adaptive Drive. I drive an M-Sport with Adaptive Drive, the suspension will have practically the same setup (sedan vs. station wagon) as in the OP example. I rate AD as superior to the passive 704 suspension option just because of the three basic settings and the ARS part that keeps the car very flat even in the softer settings. HighlandPete
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| marianita (466hp) | I prefer a better car over a newer car. In a few years, the better car will still be better (engine, options, etc.) while the newer car won't be as new... but it will still have fewer features.
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| lucie1 (887hp) | I think if the price of the 535 is attractive, you should definitely go for it since you were originally looking at the 520.
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| family21 (924hp) | Quote: Originally posted by lsturbointeg I think if the price of the 535 is attractive then you should definitely buy it since you were originally looking at the 520. Thank you for all the answers. However, the 520s we looked at are newer examples with lower mileage, built in 2013 with half as many kilometers. We plan to keep it for three years, averaging about 10-12,000 kilometers (6,200 miles) per year. My biggest fear is that the 535 is approaching a stage where it needs major maintenance. is that actually the case? Will a 7 year old 535 with 100,000 kilometers (62,000 miles) be a driving disaster??
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| minnie7 (243hp) | The current 5 Series has proven to be fairly reliable with the exception of the 8 cylinder range, but not so much with the previous generation. I would choose a newer F10 520 over an older previous generation E60.
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| halo21 (871hp) | Quote: Originally written by SonicEndeavor The current 5-series has proven to be quite reliable with the exception of the 8-cylinder range, but not so much with the previous generation. I would choose a newer F10 520 over an older previous generation E60. It's an F10, MY12, the 520d and 520i we looked at were also MY12 or 13. My main concern is the longevity of the options like Adaptive Cruise and Active Suspension, considering the car is already 60,000L old.
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| 051289 (191hp) | Quote: Originally posted by Kwikee It's an F10, MY12, the 520d and 520i we looked at were also MY12 or 13. My main concern is the longevity of the options like Adaptive Cruise and Active Suspension, considering that Car is already 60,000 liters old. Your post mentioned a 7 year old car. Are you talking about the age of the car in three years? A 535i F10 won't be a rolling disaster, in fact they've proven to be average when it comes to reliability. One owner recently reported driving 177,000 miles without any problems. However, BMWs are not cheap to maintain. If you're worried about reliability, buy a Lexus. .
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| Tennis (932hp) | Quote: Originally written by SonicEndeavor Your post mentioned a 7 year old car. Are you talking about the age of the car in three years? A 535i F10 won't be a rolling disaster, in fact they've proven to be average when it comes to reliability. One owner recently reported driving 177,000 miles without any problems. However, BMWs are not cheap to maintain. If you're worried about reliability, buy a Lexus. . Yes, 3 more years and it will be 7 with probably 60,000 miles. My wife is primarily concerned with age and no guarantees.
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| 22121986 (328hp) | Quote: Originally written by Kwikee Yes, 3 more years and it will be 7 with probably 60,000 miles. My wife is primarily concerned with age and no guarantees. Many owners in your situation purchase an extended warranty. Route 66 receives very good reviews for its coverage.
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| zion (134hp) | The mileage is what we would estimate to be average for its age in the UK. I have driven many BMWs over the last 15 years and have only ever had one major problem. People are more likely to raise issues on forums, so it may appear that certain cars/models are unreliable. However, this is not a representative sample of owners. Take a test drive and see the history. If you like it, you can also try it!
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| bully (842hp) | Quote: Originally posted by HighlandPete Quote: Originally posted by Ben2k9 If you are an avid driver I would go for a 535i msport. handling is significantly better. Depends on how we see better. It is a personal preference whether the passive sport suspension (704) is better/worse or simply different from the sport mode in Adaptive Drive. I drive an M-Sport with Adaptive Drive, the suspension will have practically the same setup (sedan vs. station wagon) as in the OP example. I rate AD as superior to the passive 704 suspension option just because of the three basic settings and the ARS part that keeps the car very flat even in the softer settings. However, HighlandPete's Adaptive Drivetrain tends to be better for both worlds, regardless of whether you prefer smooth or better handling. Or of course if you want to switch between the two .
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| 2black (877hp) | Quote: Originally written by Chrisny. However, adaptive driving tends to be better for both worlds, regardless of whether you prefer smooth or better handling. Or of course if you want to switch between the two. That's how I see AD too, on both counts. Ensures more refined driving behavior even in sport mode. Some riders simply want the more traditional and consistent “harder ride” feel, the 704 suits their riding model. Therefore, I call the suspensions different, although I personally believe that AD is the better suspension. HighlandPete
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| luisteamo (157hp) | Quote: Originally written by SonicEndeavor The current 5-series has proven to be quite reliable with the exception of the 8-cylinder range, but not so much with the previous generation. I would choose a newer F10 520 over an older previous generation E60. Unreliable V8? HA-HA. I don't know where you got this information from! I've owned a V8 in F10 for 3 years and ZERO problems. I guess the next thing you'll say is that the 535 is less heavier up front than the 550 v8 and feels faster for that reason. Stop justifying your purchase
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| 020187 (571hp) | Quote: Originally posted by HighlandPete Quote: Originally posted by chrisny However, adaptive drive tends to be better for both worlds, regardless of whether you prefer smooth or better handling. Or of course if you want to switch between the two. That's how I see AD too, on both counts. Ensures more refined driving behavior even in sport mode. Some riders simply want the more traditional and consistent “harder ride” feel, the 704 suits their riding model. Therefore, I call the suspensions different, although I personally believe that AD is the better suspension. HighlandPete Oops, I think I read too quickly and confused the 704 with standard (always soft...). Good point.
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| hunger (829hp) | Hello everyone, I'm new to the forum and looking for advice on a possible purchase. The car in question is a MY12 535i, not an M-Sport, one owner with 62,000 km (approx. 38,000 miles). Very clean and tidy car, immaculate interior and packed with factory options such as sunroof, HUD, professional navigation, comfort access, heated comfort seats, HiFi stereo, active steering, adaptive xenon lights, active cruise control, EDC/Dynamic Drive/Adaptive Drive and all-round visibility. The price is also very attractive. An extended warranty is offered, but an investigation has shown it to be worthless. So consider it as no guarantee other than the 30 day guarantee required by law by the dealer. It is for sale at a prestige car dealer, not BMW. If we move forward, I would have BMW check it for any obvious problems, and perhaps through the database for history? I would probably also seek an extended warranty through the only reputable provider in Australia. On the plus side: *We looked at 520s, so a 535 that fits our budget is attractive. *The car has lots of options and I am a gadget lover. *It appears to be in excellent condition inside and out. The downside: *It is almost 4 years old *It has traveled a considerable distance (15,000 km/year). *There may also be more errors with all of these options, especially with the Active Steering, EDC and Adaptive Drive components. *Questions about turbo engine lifespan? *I prefer the looks of the M Sport. Any opinions or suggestions? Should I continue or turn around and walk away quickly??
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| sasa1234 (697hp) | As a 535i (estate) owner, I may be a little biased, but I don't regret the engine choice. For me, the N55 is an excellent engine, typical of what has made BMW special over the years: a decent I6 engine. As for a loaded car, I went for that too, I have most of what your example has. It's a bigger risk, but the option is a reduced example. Where's the fun in that? I drive with an extended warranty, see it as part of the running costs and for peace of mind. Have you test driven the car (you say it's a clean example), tried it and then made a decision? By the way, mine is now in its fifth year and I have no intention of reselling it as I enjoy all the options and it puts a big smile on my face every time I drive it. HighlandPete
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| yashar (541hp) | If you're a keen driver, I'd go for a 535i MSport. handling is much better.
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| biscuits (410hp) | Quote: Originally posted by Ben2k9 If you are an avid driver I would go for a 535i msport. handling is significantly better. Depends on how we see better. It is a personal preference whether the passive sport suspension (704) is better/worse or simply different from the sport mode in Adaptive Drive. I drive an M-Sport with Adaptive Drive, the suspension will have practically the same setup (sedan vs. station wagon) as in the OP example. I rate AD as superior to the passive 704 suspension option just because of the three basic settings and the ARS part that keeps the car very flat even in the softer settings. HighlandPete
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| 101988 (749hp) | I prefer a better car over a newer car. In a few years, the better car will still be better (engine, options, etc.) while the newer car won't be as new... but it will still have fewer features.
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| mnikhil (387hp) | I think if the price of the 535 is attractive, you should definitely go for it since you were originally looking at the 520.
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| azerty77 (158hp) | Quote: Originally posted by lsturbointeg I think if the price of the 535 is attractive then you should definitely buy it since you were originally looking at the 520. Thank you for all the answers. However, the 520s we looked at are newer examples with lower mileage, built in 2013 with half as many kilometers. We plan to keep it for three years, averaging about 10-12,000 kilometers (6,200 miles) per year. My biggest fear is that the 535 is approaching a stage where it needs major maintenance. is that actually the case? Will a 7 year old 535 with 100,000 kilometers (62,000 miles) be a driving disaster??
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| sapfir (279hp) | The current 5 Series has proven to be fairly reliable with the exception of the 8 cylinder range, but not so much with the previous generation. I would choose a newer F10 520 over an older previous generation E60.
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| 19041983 (838hp) | Quote: Originally written by SonicEndeavor The current 5-series has proven to be quite reliable with the exception of the 8-cylinder range, but not so much with the previous generation. I would choose a newer F10 520 over an older previous generation E60. It's an F10, MY12, the 520d and 520i we looked at were also MY12 or 13. My main concern is the longevity of the options like Adaptive Cruise and Active Suspension, considering the car is already 60,000L old.
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| bbdivo (347hp) | Quote: Originally posted by Kwikee It's an F10, MY12, the 520d and 520i we looked at were also MY12 or 13. My main concern is the longevity of the options like Adaptive Cruise and Active Suspension, considering that Car is already 60,000 liters old. Your post mentioned a 7 year old car. Are you talking about the age of the car in three years? A 535i F10 won't be a rolling disaster, in fact they've proven to be average when it comes to reliability. One owner recently reported driving 177,000 miles without any problems. However, BMWs are not cheap to maintain. If you're worried about reliability, buy a Lexus. .
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| 09051985 (78hp) | Quote: Originally written by SonicEndeavor Your post mentioned a 7 year old car. Are you talking about the age of the car in three years? A 535i F10 won't be a rolling disaster, in fact they've proven to be average when it comes to reliability. One owner recently reported driving 177,000 miles without any problems. However, BMWs are not cheap to maintain. If you're worried about reliability, buy a Lexus. . Yes, 3 more years and it will be 7 with probably 60,000 miles. My wife is primarily concerned with age and no guarantees.
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| paul13 (308hp) | Quote: Originally written by Kwikee Yes, 3 more years and it will be 7 with probably 60,000 miles. My wife is primarily concerned with age and no guarantees. Many owners in your situation purchase an extended warranty. Route 66 receives very good reviews for its coverage.
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| 22111990 (665hp) | The mileage is what we would estimate to be average for its age in the UK. I have driven many BMWs over the last 15 years and have only ever had one major problem. People are more likely to raise issues on forums, so it may appear that certain cars/models are unreliable. However, this is not a representative sample of owners. Take a test drive and see the history. If you like it, you can also try it!
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| elendil (999hp) | Quote: Originally posted by HighlandPete Quote: Originally posted by Ben2k9 If you are an avid driver I would go for a 535i msport. handling is significantly better. Depends on how we see better. It is a personal preference whether the passive sport suspension (704) is better/worse or simply different from the sport mode in Adaptive Drive. I drive an M-Sport with Adaptive Drive, the suspension will have practically the same setup (sedan vs. station wagon) as in the OP example. I rate AD as superior to the passive 704 suspension option just because of the three basic settings and the ARS part that keeps the car very flat even in the softer settings. However, HighlandPete's Adaptive Drivetrain tends to be better for both worlds, regardless of whether you prefer smooth or better handling. Or of course if you want to switch between the two .
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| 1spirit (329hp) | Quote: Originally written by Chrisny. However, adaptive driving tends to be better for both worlds, regardless of whether you prefer smooth or better handling. Or of course if you want to switch between the two. That's how I see AD too, on both counts. Ensures more refined driving behavior even in sport mode. Some riders simply want the more traditional and consistent “harder ride” feel, the 704 suits their riding model. Therefore, I call the suspensions different, although I personally believe that AD is the better suspension. HighlandPete
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| 123boo (366hp) | Quote: Originally written by SonicEndeavor The current 5-series has proven to be quite reliable with the exception of the 8-cylinder range, but not so much with the previous generation. I would choose a newer F10 520 over an older previous generation E60. Unreliable V8? HA-HA. I don't know where you got this information from! I've owned a V8 in F10 for 3 years and ZERO problems. I guess the next thing you'll say is that the 535 is less heavier up front than the 550 v8 and feels faster for that reason. Stop justifying your purchase
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| meninblack (602hp) | Quote: Originally posted by HighlandPete Quote: Originally posted by chrisny However, adaptive drive tends to be better for both worlds, regardless of whether you prefer smooth or better handling. Or of course if you want to switch between the two. That's how I see AD too, on both counts. Ensures more refined driving behavior even in sport mode. Some riders simply want the more traditional and consistent “harder ride” feel, the 704 suits their riding model. Therefore, I call the suspensions different, although I personally believe that AD is the better suspension. HighlandPete Oops, I think I read too quickly and confused the 704 with standard (always soft...). Good point.
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| eXhilarat3d (38hp) | Ah, so you kept the i and just changed the second 5 to a 2?
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| liyah1 (736hp) | Quote: Originally posted by remmib Ah, so you kept the i and just changed the second 5 to a 2? That's exactly what I did. I still have an unused 5 series to get back to 550 in a few weeks or more. So far, far fewer people want to compete against me. That's what I want when I drive a 5 Series.
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| farmer (417hp) | lol Out here in Singapore, putting a 550i badge on it would result in a lot less people trying to race because most cars here are 2 liters or less haha
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| youcef (609hp) | Ah, so you kept the i and just changed the second 5 to a 2?
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| anastasya (793hp) | Quote: Originally posted by remmib Ah, so you kept the i and just changed the second 5 to a 2? That's exactly what I did. I still have an unused 5 series to get back to 550 in a few weeks or more. So far, far fewer people want to compete against me. That's what I want when I drive a 5 Series.
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| cab (187hp) | lol Out here in Singapore, putting a 550i badge on it would result in a lot less people trying to race because most cars here are 2 liters or less haha
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| niko (562hp) | http://x3.xbimmers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1163269 Thanks for the post: UPDATED 8/30. To catch up with you, I just got back from BMW in Freehold, NJ. There I got a great deal on my current 2013 x3 35i, 60k MSRP (any option), 10k per year, 3500 out of pocket, $555 per month. I was a Hurricane Sandy victim, hence the ridiculously low price. Anyway. I test drove the 328i GT (no M Sport, no DHP) and it drove very nice and smoothly and had a slight body roll as expected. I even packed the trunk of the x3 so I could see what a packed trunk looks like in the GT. Everything matched my expectations. Apart from the umbrella stroller, I don't just have to mount it diagonally horizontally. The X3 appears to be at least 3 to 4 inches wider in the cargo area. Now onto pricing: The good news is that the 2016 GT models have more standard options and the packages are smaller. For the Ex-28i equipment, M Sport only costs $2,600 instead of $3,400, Premium only costs $950 instead of $2,200. So equipped exactly how I want it. For 2016, it was $2,700 cheaper. For 2015 I quoted a price of $58,900. Do the math. With that being said. The best price they gave me with $3900 out of pocket was $615. What a fucking joke, man!! $615 they can GFTS lol. I told them it was a good deal and walked out with a smile. Lmao. I told him I would definitely see him next week at the event where you get a $1000 voucher for your next vehicle. Here's the kicker to the story. I've already priced out a 335 GT for $63,000 with my leasing broker friend. You will never believe the price. $609 with $3500 out of pocket. LOLLLL. for the 328 GT, same structure and RRP as Freehold.... You are ready!! You are ready for the price..................$518 with only $3400 down payment. END OF STORY. I will keep you updated on what I will do. I wish you a nice weekend and hope you enjoy this story. __________________ Original post: When I get out of my I'm very interested in leasing, so there's no way I'm going to buy it out. But there is another problem with my personality: I always like variety and something new and refreshing. The LCI X3 is NOT enough for me. The changes are too subtle to justify a $600 per month lease (I always try to take advantage of every option). And the new X3, which I REALLY want, doesn't come out until August/October 2016, which brings me to my title in this post. Now, because I'm saving more, my new budget is $500 per month instead of $600. I will just record MOST expenses including taxes of $4,000 for a total of $22,000. $3,000 less than I spent on my X3. I'm also going to use the savings for an Enzo Flash song that costs $800. I only have a few months left on my lease (01/23/16) and I need to start looking for my next purchase. I'm going to the dealer on the 29th just to discuss the numbers. I gradually narrowed it down to what I really wanted. 2015 335i and 1. This stroller is killer on some trips lol. But the X3 swallows everything completely. I'm just looking for some of your opinions on what you would get. I really appreciate the help from guys and girls. I wish them a wonderful one.
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| kilkenny (670hp) | If it were me, go for the straight-six 2015 X5 35i or 2015 335i Xdrive GT variants.
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| joking (591hp) | Since you now have a 3.5 I would skip the 528 and the X4 2.8. Plus, you don't really have anything to do with purchasing an X4. That leaves the 335i GT and the X5... Both options have strong advantages and disadvantages. The All you need is the Premium package. The 335i GT (honestly I hate the GT look of the 335, but the choice is yours)... This requires a few packages and upgrades, but you get a faster/lighter car. The modifications of it are also quite addictive. There is no more space, rather less. That was my long-winded way of saying I was getting the X5.
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| travisfrenchmusic (380hp) | I have an e70 x5 as well as my f10. Coming from an X3 and having two kids, I think the X5 will be the option you'll want to choose. Before my F10 I had the F31 328d and found the back seat and boot very disappointing. The F10 528 would be a good option, but make sure you get the MSport package to improve the appearance. Since you're in Brooklyn, I'm sure the 528 engine will suffice. You will also get an increase in gas savings. Personally, I'm not a big fan of the GTs and the X4 or X6 design. You lose some headroom in the back seat. I would like to upgrade my e70 X5 to the new X5d if my money allows it. That would be my next step.
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| godislove1 (993hp) | Quote: Originally posted by jeveryday The 335i GT (honestly I hate the GT look of the 335, but the choice is yours)... This requires a few packages and upgrades, but you get a faster/lighter car. The modifications of it are also quite addictive. There is no more space, rather less. Yes, the GT versions of the 3 Series and 5 Series are pretty ugly. But the 4 and 6 GT versions are great. If I were buying a cheaper GT, I would go for the 4 GT. It's like a better looking 3 Series.
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| 26031991 (222hp) | Quote: Originally posted by 493263 Yes, the GT versions of the 3 and 5 Series are pretty ugly. But the 4 and 6 GT versions are great. If I were buying a cheaper GT, I would go for the 4 GT. It's like a better looking 3 Series. Admittedly, the 4 Series GT is great. I've been working on the 435 GC for a while
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| to (837hp) | Quote: Originally written by Martin Mustang. If it were me, go with the 2015 X5 35i or 2015 335i Xdrive GT inline-six options. Thanks a lot, man. Quote: Originally written by jeveryday. Since you are now in a 3.5 I would skip the 528 and the X4 2.8. Plus, you don't really have anything to do with purchasing an X4. That leaves the 335i GT and the X5... Both options have strong advantages and disadvantages. The All you need is the Premium package. The 335i GT (honestly I hate the GT look of the 335, but the choice is yours)... This requires a few packages and upgrades, but you get a faster/lighter car. The modifications are also quite addictive. There is no more space, rather less. That was my long-winded way of saying I was getting the X5. lol, thanks for the great answer. I had a 2012 X5 35d for 71,000 MSRP and loved it, so I know how powerful it is. Sad I lost it in the sandstorm. However, I don't think the GT in M-Sport is ugly, and it offers plenty of space, which I need. Quote: Originally posted by Carbonm3ny. I have an e70 x5 as well as my f10. Coming from an X3 and having two kids, I think the X5 will be the option you'll want to choose. Before my F10 I had the F31 328d and found the back seat and boot very disappointing. The F10 528 would be a good option, but make sure you get the MSport package to improve the appearance. Since you're in Brooklyn, I'm sure the 528 engine will suffice. You will also get an increase in gas savings. Personally, I'm not a big fan of the GTs and the X4 or X6 design. You lose some headroom in the back seat. I would like to upgrade my e70 X5 to the new X5d if my money allows it. That would be my next step. I hear you, man. Look above, I had a beautiful X5. Quote: Originally posted by 493263 Yes, the GT versions of the 3 and 5 are pretty ugly. But the 4 and 6 GT versions are great. If I were buying a cheaper GT, I would go for the 4 GT. It's like a better looking 3 Series. Quote: Originally written by jeveryday Agreed, the 4 Series GT is great. I've been expecting the 435 GC for a while, the 428 GC came to mind, but the trunk might not be enough
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| warlords (503hp) | I vote for 528xi msport with LEDs. I think you will be very happy.
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| hershey12 (422hp) | If you've decided on the X5, act quickly and take advantage of BMW's lease advance payment to get a good deal on a 2015. I doubt the 2016 will fit your stated budget. That was the approach I took with my '15 528i, which leased for the same cost as my '13 328i, for a car with an MSRP that's $13,000 higher. I recently went through this looking for parts from BMW and others for my 328i. I had a loaner X4 and was disappointed at how poor the interior was for a $55,000 car. Looking from the inside, I couldn't see any reason why you would choose this over an X3. I would prefer an X3 with more options for the same money. I felt the same way with the 428iGC and LCI 340i. The interior was acceptable for my $49,000 328i three years ago (plus it was my first BMW and I could forgo the interior because of the performance). But with the F30 variants I was thinking about paying $60,000, and with the competition now on the market, the materials and design suddenly felt subpar. That led me to the 528i M Sport and I couldn't be happier. I considered the 535i for obvious reasons, but preferred fuel economy over outright performance. The 528i feels like a $60,000 car in terms of ride, comfort, technology and design. The $60,000 F30 variants feel like $35,000 cars with lots of options. Sure, there's a performance trade-off, but in my extensive Florida city driving and some highway driving, the F10's composure is better than the F30's responsiveness. (Also, my other half has an S for fun5.)
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| julian08 (448hp) | Quote: Originally written by JesseSRQ If you've decided on the X5, act quickly and take advantage of BMW's lease prepayment to get a good deal on a 2015. I doubt the 2016 will fit your stated budget. That was the approach I took with my '15 528i, which leased for the same cost as my '13 328i, for a car with an MSRP that's $13,000 higher. I recently went through this looking for parts from BMW and others for my 328i. I had a loaner X4 and was disappointed at how poor the interior was for a $55,000 car. Looking from the inside, I couldn't see any reason why you would choose this over an X3. I would prefer an X3 with more options for the same money. I felt the same way with the 428iGC and LCI 340i. The interior was acceptable for my $49,000 328i three years ago (plus it was my first BMW and I could forgo the interior because of the performance). But with the F30 variants I was thinking about paying $60,000, and with the competition now on the market, the materials and design suddenly felt subpar. That led me to the 528i M Sport and I couldn't be happier. I considered the 535i for obvious reasons, but preferred fuel economy over outright performance. The 528i feels like a $60,000 car in terms of ride, comfort, technology and design. The $60,000 F30 variants feel like $35,000 cars with lots of options. Sure, there's a performance trade-off, but in my extensive Florida city driving and some highway driving, the F10's composure is better than the F30's responsiveness. (Plus my other half has an S5 for fun.) Thanks, that's great information. But I just can't build a toned down X5, with the options I want it would cost 65k-71k MSRP. If I can snag one of these for $525-$550 a month, then that's a no-brainer. But if the MSRP for the X5 is only 62,000, it won't meet my wants and needs. I think I've narrowed it down to the 528 xdrive M Sport or the 335i GT
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| bobbyboy (126hp) | Agreed with the watered down X5. It's a shame that the X3 is now getting so old. If I were in the SUV market, I would probably look outside of BMW, perhaps at the new GLC or the Disco Sport. The lease price of $550/month for a car worth $62,000 seems reasonable. Mine was $62,000 and the lease is $580/month (with 7% sales tax) after $2,500 deposit plus 7x MSDs. (However, this required negotiations with three dealers.)
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| fakeone1 (982hp) | Just to give you an update, I just got back from BMW in Freehold, NJ. There I got a great deal on my current 2013 x3 35i, 60k MSRP (any option), 10k per year, 3500 out of pocket, $555 per month. I was a Hurricane Sandy victim, hence the ridiculously low price. Anyway. I test drove the 328i GT (no M Sport, no DHP) and it drove very nice and smoothly and had a slight body roll as expected. I even packed the trunk of the x3 so I could see what a packed trunk looks like in the GT. Everything matched my expectations. Apart from the umbrella stroller, I don't just have to mount it diagonally horizontally. The X3 appears to be at least 3 to 4 inches wider in the cargo area. Now onto pricing: The good news is that the 2016 GT models have more standard options and the packages are smaller. For the Ex-28i equipment, M Sport only costs $2,600 instead of $3,400, Premium only costs $950 instead of $2,200. So equipped exactly how I want it. For 2016, it was $2,700 cheaper. For 2015 I quoted a price of $58,900. Do the math. With that being said. The best price they gave me with $3900 out of pocket was $615. What a fucking joke, man!! $615 they can GFTS lol. I told them it was a good deal and walked out with a smile. Lmao. I told him I would definitely see him next week at the event where you get a $1000 voucher for your next vehicle. Here's the kicker to the story. I've already priced out a 335 GT for $63,000 with my leasing broker friend. You will never believe the price. $609 with $3500 out of pocket. LOLLLL. for the 328 GT, same structure and RRP as Freehold.... You are ready!! You are ready for the price..................$518 with only $3400 down payment. END OF STORY. I will keep you updated on what I will do. I wish you a nice weekend and hope you enjoy this story.
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| 09081991 (521hp) | http://x3.xbimmers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1163269 Thanks for the post: UPDATED 8/30. To catch up with you, I just got back from BMW in Freehold, NJ. There I got a great deal on my current 2013 x3 35i, 60k MSRP (any option), 10k per year, 3500 out of pocket, $555 per month. I was a Hurricane Sandy victim, hence the ridiculously low price. Anyway. I test drove the 328i GT (no M Sport, no DHP) and it drove very nice and smoothly and had a slight body roll as expected. I even packed the trunk of the x3 so I could see what a packed trunk looks like in the GT. Everything matched my expectations. Apart from the umbrella stroller, I don't just have to mount it diagonally horizontally. The X3 appears to be at least 3 to 4 inches wider in the cargo area. Now onto pricing: The good news is that the 2016 GT models have more standard options and the packages are smaller. For the Ex-28i equipment, M Sport only costs $2,600 instead of $3,400, Premium only costs $950 instead of $2,200. So equipped exactly how I want it. For 2016, it was $2,700 cheaper. For 2015 I quoted a price of $58,900. Do the math. With that being said. The best price they gave me with $3900 out of pocket was $615. What a fucking joke, man!! $615 they can GFTS lol. I told them it was a good deal and walked out with a smile. Lmao. I told him I would definitely see him next week at the event where you get a $1000 voucher for your next vehicle. Here's the kicker to the story. I've already priced out a 335 GT for $63,000 with my leasing broker friend. You will never believe the price. $609 with $3500 out of pocket. LOLLLL. for the 328 GT, same structure and RRP as Freehold.... You are ready!! You are ready for the price..................$518 with only $3400 down payment. END OF STORY. I will keep you updated on what I will do. I wish you a nice weekend and hope you enjoy this story. __________________ Original post: When I get out of my I'm very interested in leasing, so there's no way I'm going to buy it out. But there is another problem with my personality: I always like variety and something new and refreshing. The LCI X3 is NOT enough for me. The changes are too subtle to justify a $600 per month lease (I always try to take advantage of every option). And the new X3, which I REALLY want, doesn't come out until August/October 2016, which brings me to my title in this post. Now, because I'm saving more, my new budget is $500 per month instead of $600. I will just record MOST expenses including taxes of $4,000 for a total of $22,000. $3,000 less than I spent on my X3. I'm also going to use the savings for an Enzo Flash song that costs $800. I only have a few months left on my lease (01/23/16) and I need to start looking for my next purchase. I'm going to the dealer on the 29th just to discuss the numbers. I gradually narrowed it down to what I really wanted. 2015 335i and 1. This stroller is killer on some trips lol. But the X3 swallows everything completely. I'm just looking for some of your opinions on what you would get. I really appreciate the help from guys and girls. I wish them a wonderful one.
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| Beckham (180hp) | If it were me, go for the straight-six 2015 X5 35i or 2015 335i Xdrive GT variants.
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| music16 (849hp) | Since you now have a 3.5 I would skip the 528 and the X4 2.8. Plus, you don't really have anything to do with purchasing an X4. That leaves the 335i GT and the X5... Both options have strong advantages and disadvantages. The All you need is the Premium package. The 335i GT (honestly I hate the GT look of the 335, but the choice is yours)... This requires a few packages and upgrades, but you get a faster/lighter car. The modifications of it are also quite addictive. There is no more space, rather less. That was my long-winded way of saying I was getting the X5.
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| pinetree1 (623hp) | I have an e70 x5 as well as my f10. Coming from an X3 and having two kids, I think the X5 will be the option you'll want to choose. Before my F10 I had the F31 328d and found the back seat and boot very disappointing. The F10 528 would be a good option, but make sure you get the MSport package to improve the appearance. Since you're in Brooklyn, I'm sure the 528 engine will suffice. You will also get an increase in gas savings. Personally, I'm not a big fan of the GTs and the X4 or X6 design. You lose some headroom in the back seat. I would like to upgrade my e70 X5 to the new X5d if my money allows it. That would be my next step.
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| METALLICA (649hp) | Quote: Originally posted by jeveryday The 335i GT (honestly I hate the GT look of the 335, but the choice is yours)... This requires a few packages and upgrades, but you get a faster/lighter car. The modifications of it are also quite addictive. There is no more space, rather less. Yes, the GT versions of the 3 Series and 5 Series are pretty ugly. But the 4 and 6 GT versions are great. If I were buying a cheaper GT, I would go for the 4 GT. It's like a better looking 3 Series.
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| toejam (816hp) | Quote: Originally posted by 493263 Yes, the GT versions of the 3 and 5 Series are pretty ugly. But the 4 and 6 GT versions are great. If I were buying a cheaper GT, I would go for the 4 GT. It's like a better looking 3 Series. Admittedly, the 4 Series GT is great. I've been working on the 435 GC for a while
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| 051990 (689hp) | Quote: Originally written by Martin Mustang. If it were me, go with the 2015 X5 35i or 2015 335i Xdrive GT inline-six options. Thanks a lot, man. Quote: Originally written by jeveryday. Since you are now in a 3.5 I would skip the 528 and the X4 2.8. Plus, you don't really have anything to do with purchasing an X4. That leaves the 335i GT and the X5... Both options have strong advantages and disadvantages. The All you need is the Premium package. The 335i GT (honestly I hate the GT look of the 335, but the choice is yours)... This requires a few packages and upgrades, but you get a faster/lighter car. The modifications are also quite addictive. There is no more space, rather less. That was my long-winded way of saying I was getting the X5. lol, thanks for the great answer. I had a 2012 X5 35d for 71,000 MSRP and loved it, so I know how powerful it is. Sad I lost it in the sandstorm. However, I don't think the GT in M-Sport is ugly, and it offers plenty of space, which I need. Quote: Originally posted by Carbonm3ny. I have an e70 x5 as well as my f10. Coming from an X3 and having two kids, I think the X5 will be the option you'll want to choose. Before my F10 I had the F31 328d and found the back seat and boot very disappointing. The F10 528 would be a good option, but make sure you get the MSport package to improve the appearance. Since you're in Brooklyn, I'm sure the 528 engine will suffice. You will also get an increase in gas savings. Personally, I'm not a big fan of the GTs and the X4 or X6 design. You lose some headroom in the back seat. I would like to upgrade my e70 X5 to the new X5d if my money allows it. That would be my next step. I hear you, man. Look above, I had a beautiful X5. Quote: Originally posted by 493263 Yes, the GT versions of the 3 and 5 are pretty ugly. But the 4 and 6 GT versions are great. If I were buying a cheaper GT, I would go for the 4 GT. It's like a better looking 3 Series. Quote: Originally written by jeveryday Agreed, the 4 Series GT is great. I've been expecting the 435 GC for a while, the 428 GC came to mind, but the trunk might not be enough
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| karencita (741hp) | I vote for 528xi msport with LEDs. I think you will be very happy.
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| 03021990 (755hp) | If you've decided on the X5, act quickly and take advantage of BMW's lease advance payment to get a good deal on a 2015. I doubt the 2016 will fit your stated budget. That was the approach I took with my '15 528i, which leased for the same cost as my '13 328i, for a car with an MSRP that's $13,000 higher. I recently went through this looking for parts from BMW and others for my 328i. I had a loaner X4 and was disappointed at how poor the interior was for a $55,000 car. Looking from the inside, I couldn't see any reason why you would choose this over an X3. I would prefer an X3 with more options for the same money. I felt the same way with the 428iGC and LCI 340i. The interior was acceptable for my $49,000 328i three years ago (plus it was my first BMW and I could forgo the interior because of the performance). But with the F30 variants I was thinking about paying $60,000, and with the competition now on the market, the materials and design suddenly felt subpar. That led me to the 528i M Sport and I couldn't be happier. I considered the 535i for obvious reasons, but preferred fuel economy over outright performance. The 528i feels like a $60,000 car in terms of ride, comfort, technology and design. The $60,000 F30 variants feel like $35,000 cars with lots of options. Sure, there's a performance trade-off, but in my extensive Florida city driving and some highway driving, the F10's composure is better than the F30's responsiveness. (Also, my other half has an S for fun5.)
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| 1234anna (100hp) | Quote: Originally written by JesseSRQ If you've decided on the X5, act quickly and take advantage of BMW's lease prepayment to get a good deal on a 2015. I doubt the 2016 will fit your stated budget. That was the approach I took with my '15 528i, which leased for the same cost as my '13 328i, for a car with an MSRP that's $13,000 higher. I recently went through this looking for parts from BMW and others for my 328i. I had a loaner X4 and was disappointed at how poor the interior was for a $55,000 car. Looking from the inside, I couldn't see any reason why you would choose this over an X3. I would prefer an X3 with more options for the same money. I felt the same way with the 428iGC and LCI 340i. The interior was acceptable for my $49,000 328i three years ago (plus it was my first BMW and I could forgo the interior because of the performance). But with the F30 variants I was thinking about paying $60,000, and with the competition now on the market, the materials and design suddenly felt subpar. That led me to the 528i M Sport and I couldn't be happier. I considered the 535i for obvious reasons, but preferred fuel economy over outright performance. The 528i feels like a $60,000 car in terms of ride, comfort, technology and design. The $60,000 F30 variants feel like $35,000 cars with lots of options. Sure, there's a performance trade-off, but in my extensive Florida city driving and some highway driving, the F10's composure is better than the F30's responsiveness. (Plus my other half has an S5 for fun.) Thanks, that's great information. But I just can't build a toned down X5, with the options I want it would cost 65k-71k MSRP. If I can snag one of these for $525-$550 a month, then that's a no-brainer. But if the MSRP for the X5 is only 62,000, it won't meet my wants and needs. I think I've narrowed it down to the 528 xdrive M Sport or the 335i GT
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| fr1ends (778hp) | Agreed with the watered down X5. It's a shame that the X3 is now getting so old. If I were in the SUV market, I would probably look outside of BMW, perhaps at the new GLC or the Disco Sport. The lease price of $550/month for a car worth $62,000 seems reasonable. Mine was $62,000 and the lease is $580/month (with 7% sales tax) after $2,500 deposit plus 7x MSDs. (However, this required negotiations with three dealers.)
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| 28101985 (287hp) | Just to give you an update, I just got back from BMW in Freehold, NJ. There I got a great deal on my current 2013 x3 35i, 60k MSRP (any option), 10k per year, 3500 out of pocket, $555 per month. I was a Hurricane Sandy victim, hence the ridiculously low price. Anyway. I test drove the 328i GT (no M Sport, no DHP) and it drove very nice and smoothly and had a slight body roll as expected. I even packed the trunk of the x3 so I could see what a packed trunk looks like in the GT. Everything matched my expectations. Apart from the umbrella stroller, I don't just have to mount it diagonally horizontally. The X3 appears to be at least 3 to 4 inches wider in the cargo area. Now onto pricing: The good news is that the 2016 GT models have more standard options and the packages are smaller. For the Ex-28i equipment, M Sport only costs $2,600 instead of $3,400, Premium only costs $950 instead of $2,200. So equipped exactly how I want it. For 2016, it was $2,700 cheaper. For 2015 I quoted a price of $58,900. Do the math. With that being said. The best price they gave me with $3900 out of pocket was $615. What a fucking joke, man!! $615 they can GFTS lol. I told them it was a good deal and walked out with a smile. Lmao. I told him I would definitely see him next week at the event where you get a $1000 voucher for your next vehicle. Here's the kicker to the story. I've already priced out a 335 GT for $63,000 with my leasing broker friend. You will never believe the price. $609 with $3500 out of pocket. LOLLLL. for the 328 GT, same structure and RRP as Freehold.... You are ready!! You are ready for the price..................$518 with only $3400 down payment. END OF STORY. I will keep you updated on what I will do. I wish you a nice weekend and hope you enjoy this story.
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| rat123 (250hp) | Does anyone know if the turn signal noise is coming from a real relay that I could find and perhaps wrap with insulation? I would like it to be a little more subdued if possible. Thanks!
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| breasts (759hp) | Does anyone know if the turn signal noise is coming from a real relay that I could find and perhaps wrap with insulation? I would like it to be a little more subdued if possible. Thanks!
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| fishcake (269hp) | Does anyone know of a place in South or Central Jersey where I can cut my mufflers? Everywhere I go they want $250-$400 for something that should only cost about $70 + tip. I mean if I went to Autozone and got a glass package it would only cost me about $100 to install lol.
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| view (283hp) | When replacing the muffler, you do not need to bend a new pipe to replace it. They'll probably charge you for labor to cut and bend new pipe. But you're right, $250-400 is still too much. It was supposed to be a 2 hour job. The last time I bought some, the piping was only $7 per meter/yard.
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| rahayu (451hp) | Someone has already done this and stated how much everything cost including labor and tips. I have to find it in this thread.
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| leigh123 (794hp) | Please share the sound clips afterwards. I want to do that too
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| Antartic (261hp) | Don't worry about the drone you will have?
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| naruto20 (274hp) | Quote: Originally posted by lsturbointeg Aren't you worried about the drone you're going to have? I was told that the drone is very minimal when the resonator is stock.
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| 011188 (308hp) | Quote: Originally posted by lsturbointeg Aren't you worried about the drone you're going to have? The turbo eliminates a lot of hum. I'm sure there will be some, but it won't be nearly as bad as a NA engine.
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| m7777777 (741hp) | Here was another member who paid around $200 at AMS autowerks. Honestly, it's a very easy task, but most places you go charge BMW taxes, that's why you pay more. I would recommend AMS Autowerks or Mufflex as both use mandrel bending tubes rather than crimping them in their own machine.
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| adinda (685hp) | Quote: Originally posted by twelve535i There was another member here who paid around $200 at AMS Autowerks. Honestly, it's a very easy task, but most places you go charge BMW taxes, that's why you pay more. I would recommend AMS Autowerks or Mufflex as both use mandrel bending tubes rather than swaging them in their own machine. $200 isn't bad. My brother had a 335i (N54) and he got a great deal at a Minieke. $75 + tip total around $150. I don't think I'll ever find this deal, but I'm guessing $250-300 (with tip) is the cheapest deal out there. I don't even care if I have such an expensive tip. For me a nice 3.5 auto zone is enough. Lol
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| bailey09 (385hp) | Quote: Originally posted by NikoNJ $200 isn't that bad. My brother had a 335i (N54) and he got a great deal at a Minieke. $75 + tip total around $150. I don't think I'll ever find this deal, but I'm guessing $250-300 (with tip) is the cheapest deal out there. I don't even care if I have such an expensive tip. For me a nice 3.5 auto zone is enough. Lol This will look cute! Post some pictures when you do it!
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| wtpmjg (233hp) | I'm also looking to pipe my 535i and have received three quotes in New Jersey if that helps. $280 at Meineke in Jersey City JFK BLVD $325 at Meineke in Hawthrone $300 at KC Kustoms in Ramsey
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| 111997 (488hp) | Quote: Originally posted by jas877 I'm looking to pipe my 535i too and have received three quotes in New Jersey if that helps. $280 at Meineke in Jersey City JFK BLVD $325 at Meineke in Hawthrone $300 at KC Kustoms in Ramsey. This includes quad tips?
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| sgga (935hp) | So I have a pair of Magnaflow quad tips on Monday! As soon as it arrives, I head to the nearest muffler shop.
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| 23051995 (469hp) | Does anyone know of a place in South or Central Jersey where I can cut my mufflers? Everywhere I go they want $250-$400 for something that should only cost about $70 + tip. I mean if I went to Autozone and got a glass package it would only cost me about $100 to install lol.
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| salmanhamid (916hp) | When replacing the muffler, you do not need to bend a new pipe to replace it. They'll probably charge you for labor to cut and bend new pipe. But you're right, $250-400 is still too much. It was supposed to be a 2 hour job. The last time I bought some, the piping was only $7 per meter/yard.
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| 25061981 (395hp) | Someone has already done this and stated how much everything cost including labor and tips. I have to find it in this thread.
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| 411052 (777hp) | Please share the sound clips afterwards. I want to do that too
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| 140404 (197hp) | Don't worry about the drone you will have?
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| signup1 (927hp) | Quote: Originally posted by lsturbointeg Aren't you worried about the drone you're going to have? I was told that the drone is very minimal when the resonator is stock.
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| 110474 (183hp) | Quote: Originally posted by lsturbointeg Aren't you worried about the drone you're going to have? The turbo eliminates a lot of hum. I'm sure there will be some, but it won't be nearly as bad as a NA engine.
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| JCs F10 (109hp) | Here was another member who paid around $200 at AMS autowerks. Honestly, it's a very easy task, but most places you go charge BMW taxes, that's why you pay more. I would recommend AMS Autowerks or Mufflex as both use mandrel bending tubes rather than crimping them in their own machine.
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| koston (729hp) | Quote: Originally posted by twelve535i There was another member here who paid around $200 at AMS Autowerks. Honestly, it's a very easy task, but most places you go charge BMW taxes, that's why you pay more. I would recommend AMS Autowerks or Mufflex as both use mandrel bending tubes rather than swaging them in their own machine. $200 isn't bad. My brother had a 335i (N54) and he got a great deal at a Minieke. $75 + tip total around $150. I don't think I'll ever find this deal, but I'm guessing $250-300 (with tip) is the cheapest deal out there. I don't even care if I have such an expensive tip. For me a nice 3.5 auto zone is enough. Lol
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| preacher1 (597hp) | Quote: Originally posted by NikoNJ $200 isn't that bad. My brother had a 335i (N54) and he got a great deal at a Minieke. $75 + tip total around $150. I don't think I'll ever find this deal, but I'm guessing $250-300 (with tip) is the cheapest deal out there. I don't even care if I have such an expensive tip. For me a nice 3.5 auto zone is enough. Lol This will look cute! Post some pictures when you do it!
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| 300386 (912hp) | I'm also looking to pipe my 535i and have received three quotes in New Jersey if that helps. $280 at Meineke in Jersey City JFK BLVD $325 at Meineke in Hawthrone $300 at KC Kustoms in Ramsey
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