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| karibu (786hp) | Quote: Originally posted by anthonygan I want to get an M5 rear diffuser. Who makes the best for the aftermarket? I would also like it to be made of carbon fiber. Thank you. When it comes to the aftermarket, it's a godsend as almost all Ebay models come from the same manufacturer but resell their product to eBay sellers. Simply order one from a local US seller
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| 310589 (471hp) | Quote: Originally posted by lsturbointeg. Contact Mike at XPH (site sponsor) to see what he has available. Here are a few that I should work on on the xdrive: Agency Power https://x-ph.com/agency-power-titani...-535i-f10-f18/ FI...very nice sounding exhaust https:/ / x-ph.com/frequency-intellige...ronic-exhaust/ GTHaus https://x-ph.com/gthaus-f10-535-exhaust-system/ I'm thinking about opting for the GTHaus Meistercraft exhaust to decide, but I'm not sure if I'll go for dual or quad tip. My car currently has dual but I'm wondering what the sound difference is between the two.
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| texas214 (844hp) | Quote: Originally posted by anthonygan I'm considering the GTHaus Meistercraft exhaust, but I'm not sure whether to go with a dual or quad tip exhaust. My car currently has a dual exhaust but I'm wondering what the sound difference is between the two. I believe the championship only exists as a quad tip setup, not duals
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| 19661966 (769hp) | Quote: Originally written by lsturbointeg. I believe the championship only comes in a quad tip configuration, not duals. They have duals, I just checked their website !!
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| y0y0y0 (721hp) | Quote: Originally posted by anthonygan They have duals, I just checked their website!! you are right! I highly recommend upgrading your diffuser to accommodate the quads...looks 10x better! As for the sound, I don't know if there is a difference. Have the MSPORT package??
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| 20011989 (442hp) | Quote: Originally posted by lsturbointeg, you're right! I highly recommend upgrading your diffuser to accommodate the quads...looks 10x better! As for the sound, I don't know if there is a difference. Sweet thank you! Yes, the quad actually looks better! But it would be much easier for duals !!
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| password111 (800hp) | Quote: Originally written by anthonygan Sweet thank you! Yes, the quad actually looks better! But for duals it would be much easier!! No plans for exterior improvements?
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| vampire666 (544hp) | Quote: Originally posted by lsturbointeg No plans for exterior upgrades? Um, I'm not sure yet, I want to hold off on exterior upgrades for now! I'm going to get a hex tuning from VF and then a Meistercraft exhaust with a catless downpipe
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| bicameral (512hp) | Hello guys, I just bought a 2015 BMW 535i xdrive. I need some ideas with mods. I want to make an exhuast to make it LOUD. I was thinking about Armytrix, but their exhaust is only for the rear wheel drive version. What should I do? But I also get weatherproof flooring, Covercraft sun protection and 20% window tint! Later I would also like to get a Dinan song for a little more power.
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| philly123 (146hp) | I have a DINAN level 1 and a Sprint Booster. The two paid wonderfully...but if you want your car to feel better immediately, you MUST get a Sprint Booster - it lives up to the hype.
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| besties (122hp) | For the exhaust, it all depends on your budget and how much do you want to spend? Try searching the exhaust forum for ideas
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| lawton (553hp) | Quote: Originally posted by lsturbointeg. For the exhaust, it all depends on your budget and how much do you want to spend? Browse the exhaust forum to get some ideas. Budget doesn't matter, I just want the best sounding exhaust! By sounding, I want LOUD! It's hard to find something that fits the Xdrive model.
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| 120187 (279hp) | Quote: Originally posted by The TRG I have a DINAN Stage 1 and a Sprint Booster. The two paid wonderfully...but if you want your car to feel better immediately, you MUST get a Sprint Booster - it lives up to the hype. I've never heard of the sprint booster, but I'll definitely try it out! Thanks !
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| anelka (497hp) | Quote: Originally posted by anthonygan Budget is not an issue, I just want the best sounding exhaust! By sounding, I want LOUD! It's hard to find something that fits the Xdrive model. Contact Mike at XPH (site sponsor) to see what he has available. Here are a few that I should work on on the xdrive: Agency Power https://x-ph.com/agency-power-titani...-535i-f10-f18/ FI...very nice sounding exhaust https:/ / x-ph.com/frequency-intellige...ronic-exhaust/ GTHaus https://x-ph.com/gthaus-f10-535-exhaust-system/
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| babyboo13 (963hp) | Quote: Originally posted by lsturbointeg. Contact Mike at XPH (site sponsor) to see what he has available. Here are a few that I should work on on the xdrive: Agency Power https://x-ph.com/agency-power-titani...-535i-f10-f18/ FI...very nice sounding exhaust https:/ / x-ph.com/frequency-intellige...ronic-exhaust/ GTHaus https://x-ph.com/gthaus-f10-535-exhaust-system/ Thank you for your suggestions. I think I'll go for the FI exhaust, I hear the sound really mean and I like that it has the values. Thank you very much. I just don't know if I want a downpipe with or without a cat.
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| 07111985 (416hp) | Quote: Originally written by anthonygan, thank you for your suggestions. I think I'll go for the FI exhaust, I hear the sound really mean and I like that it has the values. Thank you very much. I just don't know if I want a downpipe with or without a cat. I have the EVC Championships and they sound incredibly AWESOME! These have valves that you can open and close with a remote control
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| 17021977 (402hp) | Quote: Originally posted by lsturbointeg I have the EVC Championships and they sound freaking AWESOME! These have valves that can be opened and closed with a remote control. Damn, that looks amazing!!!! Without a cat?
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| Zimo (820hp) | Quote: Originally posted by anthonygan Quote: Originally posted by lsturbointeg I have the EVC Championships and they sound freaking AWESOME! These have valves that can be opened and closed with a remote control. Damn, that looks amazing!!!! Without a cat? Here's mine with the muffler removed, I love it! I still need to get Catless DP
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| mak301988 (757hp) | Also! DPs are on the to-do list. Either used, if the price is right, or new?
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| schoolbus (428hp) | Hi OP, I would do catless with REMUS axle at the back, that's the right level of volume in my opinion
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| hairspray1 (169hp) | Welcome. As for the exhaust, I decided to eliminate the muffler. It's much louder than the original. And if I ever wanted louder, I would install catless downpipes.
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| sunny01 (238hp) | I want to get an M5 rear diffuser. Who makes the best for the aftermarket? I would also like it to be made of carbon fiber. Thanks
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| shaun123 (793hp) | Quote: Originally posted by anthonygan I want to get an M5 rear diffuser. Who makes the best for the aftermarket? I would also like it to be made of carbon fiber. Thank you. When it comes to the aftermarket, it's a godsend as almost all Ebay models come from the same manufacturer but resell their product to eBay sellers. Simply order one from a local US seller
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| 1wordpass (215hp) | Quote: Originally posted by lsturbointeg. Contact Mike at XPH (site sponsor) to see what he has available. Here are a few that I should work on on the xdrive: Agency Power https://x-ph.com/agency-power-titani...-535i-f10-f18/ FI...very nice sounding exhaust https:/ / x-ph.com/frequency-intellige...ronic-exhaust/ GTHaus https://x-ph.com/gthaus-f10-535-exhaust-system/ I'm thinking about going for the GTHaus Meistercraft exhaust to decide, but I'm not sure if I'll go for dual or quad tip. My car currently has dual but I'm wondering what the sound difference is between the two.
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| spanky69 (119hp) | Quote: Originally posted by anthonygan I'm considering the GTHaus Meistercraft exhaust, but I'm not sure whether to go with a dual or quad tip exhaust. My car currently has a dual exhaust but I'm wondering what the sound difference is between the two. I believe the championship only exists as a quad tip setup, not duals
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| yellow33 (690hp) | Quote: Originally written by lsturbointeg. I believe the championship only comes in a quad tip configuration, not duals. They have duals, I just checked their website !!
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| luis24 (299hp) | Quote: Originally posted by anthonygan They have duals, I just checked their website!! you are right! I highly recommend upgrading your diffuser to accommodate the quads...looks 10x better! As for the sound, I don't know if there is a difference. Have the MSPORT package??
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| 1camaro (648hp) | Quote: Originally posted by lsturbointeg, you're right! I highly recommend upgrading your diffuser to accommodate the quads...looks 10x better! As for the sound, I don't know if there is a difference. Sweet thank you! Yes, the quad actually looks better! But it would be much easier for duals !!
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| gheniagabb (671hp) | Quote: Originally written by anthonygan Sweet thank you! Yes, the quad actually looks better! But for duals it would be much easier!! No plans for exterior improvements?
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| 301088 (30hp) | Quote: Originally posted by lsturbointeg No plans for exterior upgrades? Um, I'm not sure yet, I want to hold off on exterior upgrades for now! I'm going to get a hex tuning from VF and then a Meistercraft exhaust with a catless downpipe
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| InTheNightKitchen (288hp) | Hello to everyone and anyone who can help me. I'm a newbie. I can't roll up the driver's side window. First of all, none of them would do anything. Then I hooked up my scanner and all but the driver's side. I get this code 30005 Anti-Trap. Can someone please help me? It's a 2012 528i xdrive. Thanks
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| annick (915hp) | This might help: https://f10.5post.com/forums/showpos...06&postcount=3
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| ileen (34hp) | The?? https://5series.net/forums/diy-do-yo...p-reset-25812/
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| forever24 (502hp) | The driver window is denormalized. Will not be reinitialized. It rolls down, not back up. Regulator was removed and checked. The window motor only works when you press the switch to the open position. Only hear a click from the relay when you move the switch to the closed position. Error codes are malfunctions of the anti-jamming mechanism.
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| 101008 (182hp) | So pull up the window manually??
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| deathtoall (976hp) | I have to remove the glass from the regulator, disconnect the motor from the regulator so the regulator can slide freely, then reattach the glass and close the glass all the way. Then reinstall the motor so that it stays in place.
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| summer02 (795hp) | Sounds like a problem with the governor motor. Are you absolutely sure the engine is OK? I don't know where the trap function is located, but it sounds to me like the motor is at fault. Do you have access to the diagnostic tree??
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| 260496 (926hp) | The same engine is used on both the front and rear left side. I stopped her with change. I used a Maxicom Mk808 and had the same problem. [IMG]undefined[/IMG occurred]
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| 140880 (756hp) | Any news? Maybe a trip to the dealer is in order?
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| goldengate (186hp) | I know, and I really don't want to go to the dealer so they can just plug in their scanner and tell me what I already know. Then you charge a fee for it and then charge me again for the repair. But that will be the solution because I can't figure it out. Thanks
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| abulafia (546hp) | Here's just a random thought... and I apologize if this doesn't work in theory: couldn't you unplug the motor or controller from the other side and test them individually? Ie: Passenger registration with driver engine, and check if it works. Again, it's just in my nature to test with what I have... but if the parts from pass to driver aren't interchangeable, then I'll sit down and keep quiet.
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| darrko (62hp) | Yes, I've already tried that, thank you very much. still didn't work
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| karma123 (386hp) | Hello to everyone and anyone who can help me. I'm a newbie. I can't roll up the driver's side window. First of all, none of them would do anything. Then I hooked up my scanner and all but the driver's side. I get this code 30005 Anti-Trap. Can someone please help me? It's a 2012 528i xdrive. Thanks
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| antonella1 (75hp) | This might help: https://f10.5post.com/forums/showpos...06&postcount=3
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| meghana (201hp) | The?? https://5series.net/forums/diy-do-yo...p-reset-25812/
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| brock1 (162hp) | The driver window is denormalized. Will not be reinitialized. It rolls down, not back up. Regulator was removed and checked. The window motor only works when you press the switch to the open position. Only hear a click from the relay when you move the switch to the closed position. Error codes are malfunctions of the anti-jamming mechanism.
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| killer89 (206hp) | So pull up the window manually??
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| maybe1 (876hp) | I have to remove the glass from the regulator, disconnect the motor from the regulator so the regulator can slide freely, then reattach the glass and close the glass all the way. Then reinstall the motor so that it stays in place.
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| cc12345 (323hp) | Sounds like a problem with the governor motor. Are you absolutely sure the engine is OK? I don't know where the trap function is located, but it sounds to me like the motor is at fault. Do you have access to the diagnostic tree??
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| acer12 (965hp) | The same engine is used both front and rear on the left side. I stopped her with change. I used a Maxicom Mk808 and had the same problem. [IMG]undefined[/IMG occurred]
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| kitty25 (725hp) | Any news? Maybe a trip to the dealer is in order?
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| sexyback12 (451hp) | I know, and I really don't want to go to the dealer so they can just plug in their scanner and tell me what I already know. Then you charge me a fee for it and then charge me again for the repair. But that will be the solution because I can't figure it out. Thanks
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| goover (921hp) | Here's just a random thought... and I apologize if this doesn't work in theory: couldn't you unplug the motor or controller from the other side and test them individually? Ie: Passenger registration with driver engine, and check if it works. Again, it's just in my nature to test with what I have... but if the parts from pass to driver aren't interchangeable, then I'll sit down and keep quiet.
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| aaa999 (410hp) | Yes, I've already tried that, thank you very much. still didn't work
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| wonderful2 (617hp) | Nice car, well equipped, 2013 528 xDrive with M Sport. 89,000 miles and clean Carfax, but for some reason the Carfax doesn't show much service history detail.
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| ya_nochka86 (591hp) | I test drove a 528 before I bought my 535i and I wasn't impressed. For $14,000 you can find a similar option 535.
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| taylor26 (996hp) | Quote: Originally posted by harris69 I test drove a 528 before purchasing my 535i and I was not impressed. There's a 535 with similar equipment for $14,000. However, all-wheel drive is required and the 528 is better suited to petrol
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| asdfgh (994hp) | Quote: Originally written by BMW135iMike I need all wheel drive though and the 528 is better on gas, not so much. The 4-banger will have to work harder to push the weight of the 5-banger. I got 31 mpg in my 535i on our recent 3,100-mile road trip, and I didn't take the loud pedal lightly.
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| Das Johnson (442hp) | Quote: Originally posted by ezaircon4jc Not so much. The 4-banger will have to work harder to push the weight of the 5-banger. I got 31 mpg in my 535i on our recent 3,100-mile road trip, and I didn't go easy on the loud pedal. Agree with Ezaircon4jc. I had an F30 Sport for a short time and the four-banger felt pretty peppy in that car, but the 528i I drove felt slow in traffic and honestly felt completely underpowered for the size of the car. Not to mention all the problems we keep hearing about the 4 cylinder. My MHD Stage 1 tuned 535i gets 24-25 mpg on most tanks in the city. With cruise control and all highway driving I can probably get 30 mpg without any problem.
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| playpendr (561hp) | Out of interest - where did you find an F10 for $14,000, at a local dealer or on Autotrader type sites??
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| eggs (766hp) | Quote: Originally posted out of interest by Bayerische Motoren Werken - where did you find an F10 for $14,000, at a local dealer or on car dealer type sites? Audi dealer in CT. I decided not to buy it because the interior is soooo worn out, so don't hesitate to contact them.
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| headhunter (148hp) | Quote: Originally posted by BMW135iMike Quote: Originally posted by Bayerische Motoren Works out of interest - where did you find an F10 for $14,000, at a local dealer or on Autotrader-like sites? Audi dealer in CT. I decided not to buy it because the interior is soooo worn out, so don't hesitate to contact them. Avoid higher mileage N20 engines.
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| 159357z (893hp) | Hard to say as prices are constantly changing. I usually set eBay alerts, save alerts in a price range on CL, and check (shameless plugin) Hiddenrides.com - the forum auto classifieds search engine to monitor comps
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| bigpimp (658hp) | No wonder I didn't see any movement on my sale. These go so deep?
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| myspace111 (621hp) | Nice car, well equipped, 2013 528 xDrive with M Sport. 89,000 miles and clean Carfax, but for some reason the Carfax doesn't show much service history detail.
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| random2 (83hp) | I test drove a 528 before I bought my 535i and I wasn't impressed. For $14,000 you can find a similar option 535.
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| soleil1 (499hp) | Quote: Originally posted by harris69 I test drove a 528 before purchasing my 535i and I was not impressed. There's a 535 with similar equipment for $14,000. However, all-wheel drive is required and the 528 is better suited to petrol
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| ADSL (289hp) | Quote: Originally written by BMW135iMike I need all wheel drive though and the 528 is better on gas, not so much. The 4-banger will have to work harder to push the weight of the 5-banger. I got 31 mpg in my 535i on our recent 3,100-mile road trip, and I didn't take the loud pedal lightly.
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| luvu4ever (604hp) | Quote: Originally posted by ezaircon4jc Not so much. The 4-banger will have to work harder to push the weight of the 5-banger. I got 31 mpg in my 535i on our recent 3,100-mile road trip, and I wasn't gentle with the loud pedal. Agree with Ezaircon4jc. I had an F30 Sport for a short time and the four cylinder felt pretty peppy in that car, but the 528i I drove felt slow in traffic and honestly felt completely underpowered for the size of the car. Not to mention all the problems we keep hearing about the 4 cylinder. My MHD Stage 1 tuned 535i gets 24-25 mpg on most tanks in the city. With cruise control and all highway driving I can probably get 30 mpg without any problem.
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| Brittany1 (210hp) | Out of interest - where did you find an F10 for $14,000, at a local dealer or on Autotrader type sites??
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| poopies1 (13hp) | Quote: Originally posted by Bayerische Motoren Werken Out of curiosity - where did you find an F10 for $14,000, at a local dealer or on Autotrader-like sites? Audi dealer in CT. I decided not to buy it because the interior is soooo worn out, so don't hesitate to contact them.
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| 27051995 (880hp) | Quote: Originally posted by BMW135iMike Quote: Originally posted by Bayerische Motoren Works out of interest - where did you find an F10 for $14,000, at a local dealer or on Autotrader-like sites? Audi dealer in CT. I decided not to buy it because the interior is soooo worn out, so don't hesitate to contact them. Avoid higher mileage N20 engines.
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| tunisia (131hp) | Looking for a summer fun car and liked the challengers. When I called the dealers, I asked about the Hellcat. They were sold out everywhere. The next day the dealer called and told me a custom order had been canceled and I could get it if I wanted. So I said yes. [IMG][/IMG][IMG][/IMG]
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| 13591359 (650hp) | Hard to say as prices are constantly changing. I usually set eBay alerts, save alerts in a price range on CL, and check (shameless plugin) Hiddenrides.com - the forum auto classifieds search engine to monitor comps
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| bumbum1 (725hp) | Nice and congratulations. Be careful with this beast!
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| mike07 (880hp) | No wonder I didn't see any movement on my sale. These go so deep?
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| brownbear (948hp) | I would have kept the 550! but congratulations!
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| 2314 (627hp) | I'm planning on getting a 2016. I was hoping for some new tech upgrades, but this seems to be 2017 I guess. I will order in October. So I will definitely come back. This won't hold up as an everyday vehicle
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| telemark (383hp) | Is the B5 blue? One of the best colors ever! Have fun!
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| brittany5 (597hp) | Congratulations! I remember when I moved to the US I almost bought a Challenger SRT. I ended up buying 550, but I definitely still love Challenger. Tell us more about it. How is the interior quality? How does the car feel at about 85 miles per hour? Is there wind noise? It feels heavy when cornering??
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| asdfrewq (647hp) | For those days when a V8 with more than 400 hp just isn't enough. Congratulations, have fun.
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| aliens (830hp) | Nice car... it really is, but when I was choosing a car a month ago I was split between the Charger Hellcat and the 550. I did some research, did a lot of research and had the opportunity to drive several Hellcat Chargers/Challengers and several 550s, from brand new to around 20,000 miles. What I found is that the 550 was a far more consistent car from new to the 20,000 mark. Still very solid, minimal rattles, and the interior showed far less wear on things like the carpet, leather, etc. Second, I looked at the acquisition costs. Dodge Service recommends servicing the Hellcat every 5,000 trips, even though the manual says 6,000... at a cost of $150 per service. With these things in mind, I chose the 550 over the Hellcat. Don't get me wrong, the Hellcat is an engineering marvel (707 HP, you're kidding!!!) with a price comparable to the 550. The car is well built and fun to drive. But all things considered, the 550 is the one for me. Enjoy it and drive this beast safely
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| S65B40 (100hp) | congratulations!!
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| 260876 (788hp) | Yes, it is B5 blue. Really nice color, I found out.
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| vkot_2010 (107hp) | Quote: Originally written by Russkey. Congratulations! I remember when I moved to the US I almost bought a Challenger SRT. I ended up buying 550, but I definitely still love Challenger. Tell us more about it. How is the interior quality? How does the car feel at about 85 miles per hour? Is there wind noise? Does it feel heavy when cornering? Dodge has done a good job with the interior compared to previous models. The leather is much nicer than the Dakota leather on my 550. The build quality obviously doesn't come close to that of the 550, but the interior is still nice. It creaks and groans a little and the plastic fit is perfect. The car is, as you would expect, incredibly fast and almost uncontrollable when accelerating so quickly. My 550 felt so anchored and secure. Hellcat feels big, but it could also be because the speed adds to it quickly. It's fun to drive and something you can have as a toy. You can definitely drive it every day as it sits comfortably and is easy to get in and out of. But once you're used to cruising on a 550, it's hard to miss. At 85 you don't feel anything. You can't hear the wind noise because the engine is so loud. All you hear is a heavy breathing monster talking in your ear. It feels too floaty in corners, but that could also be due to the speed. If you're not careful, you can pull 120 degrees off the highway ramp and suddenly the handling is obviously impaired. So I think it's more about the speed than the handling... just faster than expected.
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| heaven13 (510hp) | Quote: Originally posted by hextall14 Compared to previous cars, Dodge has done a good job with the interior. The leather is much nicer than the Dakota leather on my 550. The build quality obviously doesn't come close to that of the 550, but the interior is still nice. It creaks and groans a little and the plastic fit is perfect. The car is, as you would expect, incredibly fast and almost uncontrollable when accelerating so quickly. My 550 felt so anchored and secure. Hellcat feels big, but it could also be because the speed adds to it quickly. It's fun to drive and something you can have as a toy. You can definitely drive it every day as it sits comfortably and is easy to get in and out of. But once you're used to cruising on a 550, it's hard to miss. At 85 you don't feel anything. You can't hear the wind noise because the engine is so loud. All you hear is a heavy breathing monster talking in your ear. It feels too floaty in corners, but that could also be due to the speed. If you're not careful, you can pull 120 degrees off the highway ramp and suddenly the handling is obviously impaired. So I think it's more about the speed than the handling... just faster than expected. I can't imagine how powerful it is. I need to take it for a test drive as soon as possible. Enjoy this beast and I definitely don't want to see a Hellcat next to me at a stoplight with no cars around haha. Enjoy it
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| zappa1 (827hp) | Of course I would choose the M5 or M6, but I don't like it that much!
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| bluelights21 (867hp) | Quote: Originally written by hextall14. Looking for a fun car for the summer and I like the challengers. When I called the dealers, I asked about the Hellcat. They were sold out everywhere. The next day the dealer called and told me a custom order had been canceled and I could get it if I wanted. So I said yes. [IMG][/IMG][IMG][/IMG] If it doesn't have Idrive, you won't find it in my drive.
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| Frogmanjc (276hp) | Quote: Originally posted by blueoval68gt Nice car... it really is, but when deciding between cars a month ago I was split between the Charger Hellcat and the 550. I did some research, a lot of research, and had the ability to drive several Hellcat Charger/Challengers and several 550s, from brand new to around 20,000 miles. What I found is that the 550 was a far more consistent car from new to the 20,000 mark. Still very solid, minimal rattles, and the interior showed far less wear on things like the carpet, leather, etc. Second, I looked at the acquisition costs. Dodge Service recommends servicing the Hellcat every 5,000 trips, even though the manual says 6,000... at a cost of $150 per service. With these things in mind, I chose the 550 over the Hellcat. Don't get me wrong, the Hellcat is an engineering marvel (707 HP, you're kidding!!!) with a price comparable to the 550. The car is well built and fun to drive. But all things considered, the 550 is the one for me. Enjoy it and drive this beast safely. I wonder if the mindset has changed after we found out the 550 is a big advantage. It definitely did for me, but I'm still an idiot and still need to get rid of it. Soon and very soon....
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| zumjosh (740hp) | Quote: Originally written by Kyngofpop. I wonder if the mindset has changed after finding out the 550 is a big deal. It definitely did for me, but I'm still an idiot and still need to get rid of it. Soon and very soon... You bought a 2011 which, if I'm not mistaken, you crashed shortly after. Most 550 LCIs work perfectly, especially if you take care of them. A co-worker has this ridiculously weird looking vehicle apparently known as the Hellcat that I don't even want to drive to lunch. I thought he had added those yellow stripes to the front spoiler himself until I saw the OP's picture. I hope OP is happy with his choice and gets the opportunity to drive his car to its 700 horsepower limit.
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| sakura11 (532hp) | Quote: Originally posted by TTG Quote: Originally posted by Kyngofpop I wonder if the mindset has changed after finding out that the 550 is a big advantage. It definitely did for me, but I'm still an idiot and still need to get rid of it. Soon and very soon... You bought a 2011 which, if I'm not mistaken, you crashed shortly after. Most 550 LCIs work perfectly, especially if you take care of them. A co-worker has this ridiculously weird looking vehicle apparently known as the Hellcat that I don't even want to drive to lunch. I thought he had added those yellow stripes to the front spoiler himself until I saw the OP's picture. I hope OP is happy with his choice and gets the opportunity to drive his car to its 700 horsepower limit. Yes, I had an accident that had nothing to do with all the endless problems I had. It is currently BACK in the shop. Last month the fuel pump in the tank was replaced and now the high pressure pump failed last week. The cars had more downtime compared to road time. Havent was away from the DTM for a week. I know the LCI cars are better, but I expected a lot fewer problems with BMW in general. Anyway, I hope the OP doesn't have a lot of downtime with his new vehicle.
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| daisyduke1 (671hp) | Quote: Originally posted by Kyngofpop Yes, I had an accident that has nothing to do with all the endless problems I've had. It is currently BACK in the shop. Last month the fuel pump in the tank was replaced and now the high pressure pump failed last week. The cars had more downtime compared to road time. I haven't had a week in possession without the DTM. I know the LCI cars are better, but I expected a lot fewer problems with BMW in general. Anyway, I hope the OP doesn't have a lot of downtime with his new vehicle. You probably got the worst BMW you could get 550...
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| warfreak (677hp) | Quote: Originally posted by ezaircon4jc Quote: Originally posted by Kyngofpop Yes, I had an accident that has nothing to do with all the endless problems I've had. It is currently BACK in the shop. Last month the fuel pump in the tank was replaced and now the high pressure pump failed last week. The cars had more downtime compared to road time. Havent was away from the DTM for a week. I know the LCI cars are better, but I expected a lot fewer problems with BMW in general. Anyway, I hope the OP doesn't have a lot of downtime with his new vehicle. With the 550 you probably got the worst BMW you could get... I'm not giving up on the brand after this model, but I will put it up for sale as soon as I get it back from the workshop. I love the driving dynamics and the ambience, but there are so many problems... Wowzer
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| milkyway1 (119hp) | Quote: Originally posted by Kyngofpop I won't be giving up on the brand after this one, but I will put it up for sale as soon as I get it back from the store. I love the driving dynamics and the ambience, but there are so many problems... wowzers. It doesn't have much to do with a brand. Most people trade in everything that is junk and keep the good cars or sell them personally. I recommend you trade in this car. Speaking of brands, I'm not sure how many I've owned in the past (many), but I've always bought them new and haven't had any problems with any of my BMWs. My current 535 has been rock solid and has never been to the dealer other than routine maintenance. But there's no way I would pick up a BMW at any used car dealership.
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| 0811 (252hp) | Quote: Originally written by TTG. It doesn't have much to do with a brand. Most people trade in everything that is junk and keep the good cars or sell them personally. I recommend you trade in this car. Speaking of brands, I'm not sure how many I've owned in the past (many), but I've always bought them new and haven't had any problems with any of my BMWs. My current 535 has been rock solid and has never been to the dealer other than routine maintenance. But there's no way I'd pick up a BMW at any used car dealership. In my opinion it has everything to do with the brand and its reputation. I'm not out of touch with reality when buying a new or used car and I know that problems arise, but the 550 in general and any N63 for that matter have more problems than any make of any year should...new or used. And for the record: I didn't just buy from any used car dealer. If you followed the story, you would know that I traveled the East Coast to reputable high-end dealers in my search and that's where I got this vehicle. Doesn't really matter because my situation is not isolated. So I don't understand what you're trying to imply... money is green no matter where you buy it. Anyway, I've always been told not to buy a V8 BMW, but I'm an enthusiast and buy what I WANT, and this time I have to face the consequences. When I say I'm not done with the brand, I mean that this experience or the hundreds of others won't spoil me from trying again sometime in the future, but as far as THIS SPECIFIC CAR is concerned, it is being sold, as soon as it is available from the shop, not traded. By the way, Bud, I bought my Volvo from a random car dealer 6 years ago and every time it comes in for service, Volvo acts like I bought it from there even though I bought it from a random used car dealer. I didn't have many problems with it, a bit Maytag-ish, but that instills in me confidence in the brand as a whole. It's not a high performance machine like the 550 so I don't expect problems like the BMW, but the problems with the BMW are weekly. And for the record, you mentioned my accident earlier... I ran off the road and had to have the front and rear bumpers repainted and all the wheels and tires replaced. I'd hardly call this a catastrophic accident, but Tomato Tomahtoe, I guess...right? All in all, with all due respect, sir.
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| hatemax (674hp) | What I'm trying to say is that in most cases BMW dealers keep nicer or nicer cars on their lot that are traded in or leased and have good records/history, certify them and stand behind them. If not, they tend to auction them off and take them off their property. That's it, I wish you good luck with your next purchase.
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| flyguy708_2000 (5hp) | Looking for a summer fun car and liked the challengers. When I called the dealers, I asked about the Hellcat. They were sold out everywhere. The next day the dealer called and told me a custom order had been canceled and I could get it if I wanted. So I said yes. [IMG][/IMG][IMG][/IMG]
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| jaded1 (561hp) | Nice and congratulations. Be careful with this beast!
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| 140683 (435hp) | I would have kept the 550! but congratulations!
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| milka1 (444hp) | I'm planning on getting a 2016. I was hoping for some new tech upgrades, but this seems to be 2017 I guess. I will order in October. So I will definitely come back. This won't hold up as an everyday vehicle
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| wmtmufc1 (199hp) | Is the B5 blue? One of the best colors ever! Have fun!
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| malabar (276hp) | Congratulations! I remember when I moved to the US I almost bought a Challenger SRT. I ended up buying 550, but I definitely still love Challenger. Tell us more about it. How is the interior quality? How does the car feel at about 85 miles per hour? Is there wind noise? It feels heavy when cornering??
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| 100375 (428hp) | For those days when a V8 with more than 400 hp just isn't enough. Congratulations, have fun.
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| deeter_1 (960hp) | Nice car... it really is, but when I was choosing a car a month ago I was split between the Charger Hellcat and the 550. I did some research, did a lot of research and had the opportunity to drive several Hellcat Chargers/Challengers and several 550s, from brand new to around 20,000 miles. What I found is that the 550 was a far more consistent car from new to the 20,000 mark. Still very solid, minimal rattles, and the interior showed far less wear on things like the carpet, leather, etc. Second, I looked at the acquisition costs. Dodge Service recommends servicing the Hellcat every 5,000 trips, even though the manual says 6,000... at a cost of $150 per service. With these things in mind, I chose the 550 over the Hellcat. Don't get me wrong, the Hellcat is an engineering marvel (707 HP, you're kidding!!!) with a price comparable to the 550. The car is well built and fun to drive. But all things considered, the 550 is the one for me. Enjoy it and drive this beast safely
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| 293 (243hp) | congratulations!!
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| 16041978 (229hp) | Yes, it is B5 blue. Really nice color, I found out.
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| kayla01 (91hp) | Quote: Originally written by Russkey. Congratulations! I remember when I moved to the US I almost bought a Challenger SRT. I ended up buying 550, but I definitely still love Challenger. Tell us more about it. How is the interior quality? How does the car feel at about 85 miles per hour? Is there wind noise? Does it feel heavy when cornering? Dodge has done a good job with the interior compared to previous models. The leather is much nicer than the Dakota leather on my 550. The build quality obviously doesn't come close to that of the 550, but the interior is still nice. It creaks and groans a little and the plastic fit is perfect. The car is, as you would expect, incredibly fast and almost uncontrollable when accelerating so quickly. My 550 felt so anchored and secure. Hellcat feels big, but it could also be because the speed adds to it quickly. It's fun to drive and something you can have as a toy. You can definitely drive it every day as it sits comfortably and is easy to get in and out of. But once you're used to cruising on a 550, it's hard to miss. At 85 you don't feel anything. You can't hear the wind noise because the engine is so loud. All you hear is a heavy breathing monster talking in your ear. It feels too floaty in corners, but that could also be due to the speed. If you're not careful, you can pull 120 degrees off the highway ramp and suddenly the handling is obviously impaired. So I think it's more about the speed than the handling... just faster than expected.
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| cookies3 (325hp) | Quote: Originally posted by hextall14 Compared to previous cars, Dodge has done a good job with the interior. The leather is much nicer than the Dakota leather on my 550. The build quality obviously doesn't come close to that of the 550, but the interior is still nice. It creaks and groans a little and the plastic fit is perfect. The car is, as you would expect, incredibly fast and almost uncontrollable when accelerating so quickly. My 550 felt so anchored and secure. Hellcat feels big, but it could also be because the speed adds to it quickly. It's fun to drive and something you can have as a toy. You can definitely drive it every day as it sits comfortably and is easy to get in and out of. But once you're used to cruising on a 550, it's hard to miss. At 85 you don't feel anything. You can't hear the wind noise because the engine is so loud. All you hear is a heavy breathing monster talking in your ear. It feels too floaty in corners, but that could also be due to the speed. If you're not careful, you can pull 120 degrees off the highway ramp and suddenly the handling is obviously impaired. So I think it's more about the speed than the handling... just faster than expected. I can't imagine how powerful it is. I need to take it for a test drive as soon as possible. Enjoy this beast and I definitely don't want to see a Hellcat next to me at a stoplight with no cars around haha. Enjoy it
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| handicap (196hp) | Of course I would choose the M5 or M6, but I don't like it that much!
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| wolverine7 (666hp) | Quote: Originally written by hextall14. Looking for a fun car for the summer and I like the challengers. When I called the dealers, I asked about the Hellcat. They were sold out everywhere. The next day the dealer called and told me a custom order had been canceled and I could get it if I wanted. So I said yes. [IMG][/IMG][IMG][/IMG] If it doesn't have Idrive, you won't find it in my drive.
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| milenka (786hp) | Quote: Originally posted by blueoval68gt Nice car... it really is, but when deciding between cars a month ago I was split between the Charger Hellcat and the 550. I did some research, a lot of research, and had the ability to drive several Hellcat Charger/Challengers and several 550s, from brand new to around 20,000 miles. What I found is that the 550 was a far more consistent car from new to the 20,000 mark. Still very solid, minimal rattles, and the interior showed far less wear on things like the carpet, leather, etc. Second, I looked at the acquisition costs. Dodge Service recommends servicing the Hellcat every 5,000 trips, even though the manual says 6,000... at a cost of $150 per service. With these things in mind, I chose the 550 over the Hellcat. Don't get me wrong, the Hellcat is an engineering marvel (707 HP, you're kidding!!!) with a price comparable to the 550. The car is well built and fun to drive. But all things considered, the 550 is the one for me. Enjoy it and drive this beast safely. I wonder if the mindset has changed after we found out the 550 is a big advantage. It definitely did for me, but I'm still an idiot and still need to get rid of it. Soon and very soon....
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| alyona (686hp) | Quote: Originally written by Kyngofpop. I wonder if the mindset has changed after finding out the 550 is a big deal. It definitely did for me...but I'm still an idiot and still need to get rid of it. Soon and very soon... You bought a 2011 which, if I'm not mistaken, you crashed shortly after. Most 550 LCIs work perfectly, especially if you take care of them. A co-worker has this ridiculously weird looking vehicle apparently known as the Hellcat that I don't even want to drive to lunch. I thought he had added those yellow stripes to the front spoiler himself until I saw the OP's picture. I hope OP is happy with his choice and gets the opportunity to drive his car to its 700 horsepower limit.
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| selena11 (257hp) | Quote: Originally posted by TTG Quote: Originally posted by Kyngofpop I wonder if the mindset has changed after finding out that the 550 is a big advantage. It definitely did for me, but I'm still an idiot and still need to get rid of it. Soon and very soon... You bought a 2011 which, if I'm not mistaken, you crashed shortly after. Most 550 LCIs work perfectly, especially if you take care of them. A co-worker has this ridiculously weird looking vehicle apparently known as the Hellcat that I don't even want to drive to lunch. I thought he put those yellow stripes on the front spoiler himself until I saw the OP's picture. I hope OP is happy with his choice and gets the opportunity to drive his car to its 700 horsepower limit. Yes, I had an accident that had nothing to do with all the endless problems I had. It is currently BACK in the shop. Last month the fuel pump in the tank was replaced and now the high pressure pump failed last week. The cars had more downtime compared to road time. Havent was away from the DTM for a week. I know the LCI cars are better, but I expected a lot fewer problems with BMW in general. Anyway, I hope the OP doesn't have a lot of downtime with his new vehicle.
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| 210879 (468hp) | Quote: Originally posted by Kyngofpop Yes, I had an accident that has nothing to do with all the endless problems I've had. It is currently BACK in the shop. Last month the fuel pump in the tank was replaced and now the high pressure pump failed last week. The cars had more downtime compared to road time. I haven't had a week in possession without the DTM. I know the LCI cars are better, but I expected a lot fewer problems with BMW in general. Anyway, I hope the OP doesn't have a lot of downtime with his new vehicle. You probably got the worst BMW you could get 550...
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| boogaloo (932hp) | Quote: Originally posted by ezaircon4jc Quote: Originally posted by Kyngofpop Yes, I had an accident that has nothing to do with all the endless problems I've had. It is currently BACK in the shop. Last month the fuel pump in the tank was replaced and now the high pressure pump failed last week. The cars had more downtime compared to road time. Havent was away from the DTM for a week. I know the LCI cars are better, but I expected a lot fewer problems with BMW in general. Anyway, I hope the OP doesn't have a lot of downtime with his new vehicle. With the 550 you probably got the worst BMW you could get... I'm not giving up on the brand after this model, but I will put it up for sale as soon as I get it back from the workshop. I love the driving dynamics and the ambience, but there are so many problems... Wowzer
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| pooja (672hp) | Quote: Originally posted by Kyngofpop I won't be giving up on the brand after this one, but I will put it up for sale as soon as I get it back from the store. I love the driving dynamics and the ambience, but there are so many problems... wowzers. It doesn't have much to do with a brand. Most people trade in everything that is junk and keep the good cars or sell them personally. I recommend you trade in this car. Speaking of brands, I'm not sure how many I've owned in the past (many), but I've always bought them new and haven't had any problems with any of my BMWs. My current 535 has been rock solid and has never been to the dealer other than routine maintenance. But there's no way I would pick up a BMW at any used car dealership.
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| qzwxecrv (319hp) | Quote: Originally written by TTG. It doesn't have much to do with a brand. Most people trade in everything that is junk and keep the good cars or sell them personally. I recommend you trade in this car. Speaking of brands, I'm not sure how many I've owned in the past (many), but I've always bought them new and haven't had any problems with any of my BMWs. My current 535 has been rock solid and has never been to the dealer other than routine maintenance. But there's no way I'd pick up a BMW at any used car dealership. In my opinion it has everything to do with the brand and its reputation. I'm not out of touch with reality when buying a new or used car and I know that problems arise, but the 550 in general and any N63 for that matter have more problems than any make of any year should...new or used. And for the record: I didn't just buy from any used car dealer. If you followed the story, you would know that I traveled the East Coast to reputable high-end dealers in my search and that's where I got this vehicle. Doesn't really matter because my situation is not isolated. So I don't understand what you're trying to imply... money is green no matter where you buy it. Anyway, I've always been told not to buy a V8 BMW, but I'm an enthusiast and buy what I WANT, and this time I have to face the consequences. When I say I'm not done with the brand, I mean that this experience or the hundreds of others won't spoil me from trying again sometime in the future, but as far as THIS SPECIFIC CAR is concerned, it is being sold, as soon as it is available from the shop, not traded. By the way, Bud, I bought my Volvo from a random car dealer 6 years ago and every time it comes in for service, Volvo acts like I bought it from there even though I bought it from a random used car dealer. I didn't have many problems with it, a bit Maytag-ish, but that instills in me confidence in the brand as a whole. It's not a high performance machine like the 550 so I don't expect problems like the BMW, but the problems with the BMW are weekly. And for the record, you mentioned my accident earlier... I ran off the road and had to have the front and rear bumpers repainted and all the wheels and tires replaced. I'd hardly call this a catastrophic accident, but Tomato Tomahtoe, I guess...right? All in all, with all due respect, sir.
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| traveler1 (457hp) | What I'm trying to say is that in most cases BMW dealers keep nicer or nicer cars on their lot that are traded in or leased and have good records/history, certify them and stand behind them. If not, they tend to auction them off and take them off their property. That's it, I wish you good luck with your next purchase.
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| andrea07 (333hp) | Can someone help me decipher the VIN of a 2014 535xi that I want to purchase before winter? I want to know what options the car has. The last 7 of the Vin are D293124. Thanks.
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| gardens (485hp) | Google BMW VIN Decoder and I guarantee your answer will be the first result.
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