Which BMW 5 series car should I get?

**eamedia** · 10-19-2005, 09:22 AM

Originally posted by JoesTraffic

I need a replacement, which should I get?

http://www.bmwusa.com/vehicles/5/default

price does not matter? 550i 6speed sedan

**xNetworx** · 10-19-2005, 09:23 AM

Does an M5 count as a 5 series?

**gangbangjoe** · 10-19-2005, 09:24 AM

http://www.mobile.de/SIDmX8yK9zQ8Kyl...1111182010721&

**erraticimpact** · 10-19-2005, 09:25 AM

Originally posted by pimpporn

Does an M5 count as a 5 series?

yep, definitely get the M5

**Manowar** · 10-19-2005, 09:26 AM

Originally posted by gangbangjoe

http://www.mobile.de/SIDmX8yK9zQ8Kyl...1111182010721&

i love the colour on that

**axelcat** · 10-19-2005, 09:39 AM

Originally posted by gangbangjoe

http://www.mobile.de/SIDmX8yK9zQ8Kyl...1111182010721&

nice ride

**Fresh** · 10-19-2005, 09:43 AM

Originally posted by eamedia

price does not matter? 550i 6speed sedan

I totally agree. Unless you have the budget for an M5 then its a given

**a1ka1ine** · 10-19-2005, 09:56 AM

m5!

45678

**AdPatron** · 10-19-2005, 09:57 AM

Originally posted by eamedia

price does not matter? 550i 6speed sedan

No. I like the 550i too.

**IceMaster** · 10-19-2005, 10:15 AM

I would buy M5.

**Alky** · 10-19-2005, 10:20 AM

am i missing something? he asked about the 5 series.. not the M series.

get the 550i.

**gangbangjoe** · 10-19-2005, 10:21 AM

Originally posted by Alky

am i missing something? he asked about the 5 series.. not the M series.

get the 550i.

the 550i is almost as expensive as the m5

**Alky** · 10-19-2005, 10:24 AM

Originally posted by gangbangjoe

the 550i is almost as expensive as the m5

M5 = MSRP $81,200 with a nice 12 month wait for it.
550i = 58k

**AdPatron** · 10-19-2005, 10:26 AM

Originally posted by gangbangjoe

the 550i is almost as expensive as the m5

$20k difference.

**sweetME** · 10-19-2005, 10:29 AM

I loooove M5's.

**deniska** · 10-19-2005, 10:31 AM

550i Sport.. whatever you do dont get the 525i thats for pussies and europeans that wana save on gas

**EroticySteve** · 10-19-2005, 10:32 AM

M5 nothing else matters.

**AdPatron** · 10-19-2005, 10:32 AM

Originally posted by Alky

M5 = MSRP $81,200 with a nice 12 month wait for it.
550i = 58k

Exactly, I'm not going to wait 12 months for a car.

**Dalai lama** · 10-19-2005, 10:33 AM

Go with the m5

**SetTheWorldonFire** · 10-19-2005, 10:53 AM

**justsexxx** · 10-19-2005, 11:03 AM

I was thinking about the 5.16

**liquidmoe** · 10-19-2005, 11:28 AM

If you are a serious driver dont get the 550i 6spd, my brother has had his 545i 6spd for about 1-2 years and its a good car, good engine, but the overall internals arent great. It's much looser on the road than it should be, definitely needs to have a better suspension, strut bars, and the like, plus their default tires are crap unless you get some Michelin Pilot Sport A/S.

So if you are planning on driving it get the M5, even with a years wait its worth it. The car is a monster, but its not even about the power, its the handling that's a million times better that really sells that car. The 545i/550i is no slouch, but handling wise it needs so much more work.

You may also want to avoid active steering, personally Im not a huge fan of it.

Oh also forgot to mention that the transmission, the gear selector, and the clutch all have a very detached feeling.

I drive an M3 so I guess Im expecting more from it, but even so, they are very loose and not very driver oriented, its definitely more on the luxury side just with a manual transmission.

**Basic_man** · 10-19-2005, 12:19 PM

I suggest you the 525xi sedan

**webair** · 10-19-2005, 12:32 PM

the new 6 series is out in march

**AdPatron** · 10-19-2005, 08:07 PM

Originally posted by Basic_man

I suggest you the 525xi sedan

It only has 215HP.

**napoleon** · 10-19-2005, 08:09 PM

Im driving this car right now 550i 6speed sedan(BMW)

**AdPatron** · 10-19-2005, 08:12 PM

Originally posted by webair

the new 6 series is out in march

I don't like it.

**AdPatron** · 10-19-2005, 08:15 PM

Originally posted by napoleon

Im driving this car right now 550i 6speed sedan(BMW)

I take it you like it?!

**reynold** · 10-19-2005, 09:04 PM

550i 6speed sedan--my choice.

**SinSational** · 10-19-2005, 09:08 PM

M is the only way to go.

**JakeR** · 10-19-2005, 09:13 PM

the 5 blows.. really do your research before going for it.

**AdPatron** · 10-19-2005, 09:58 PM

Originally posted by JakeR

the 5 blows.. really do your research before going for it.

What should I be looking for then?

**Morgan** · 10-19-2005, 10:26 PM

Originally posted by JoesTraffic

What should I be looking for then?

2006 Mercedes CLS55 AMG (will post pics as soon as i get it)

**Vitasoy** · 10-20-2005, 04:52 AM

I'm in love with the M5

**Mr Bond** · 10-20-2005, 07:11 AM

Originally posted by JoesTraffic

What should I be looking for then?

Depends on what you want out of the car.... Luxury... or sport.

If your a luxury guy that wants speed as well... you might as well get the M5 with the DYNAN package - it's a BMW authorized upgrade that is FUCKING KICK ASS... and dosn't mess up the Dealer Warranty.

But, if you like a fast more manuverable vehicle you may want to look into something that is 4-wheel drive.. like an AUDI. Audi's do not have the reputation as BMW of couse...

But!!!!...Nothing 2 wheel drive can out handle a 4 wheel drive vehicle such as an Audi S4 or VW R32. The cornering and handeling is IMMENSLY SUPERIOR.

The lates advances in traction control do help out on the 2 weel drive vehicles... but it still doesnt' step up to 4 weel drive. I DEFINTIELY think you will think twice after driving say... and Audi S4 or S8 or A8. 80K is a nice ride... I would definitely test drive some other vehicles before being set on the 5 series.

1 thing I found very annoying about the BMWs (and rear wheel drive vehicles in general) is a slight delay in sterring response. Really tear it up on the test drive and you'll see what I mean. The steering delay response on the M-Coupe was so bad... I cut the test drive short.

Don't get me wrong... The M5 is a NASTY FUCKING BITCH!!!! (great car)

M5 quarter mile time is 13.4 seconds... only 1 10th slower then the smaller and more manuverable M3 at 13.3 seconds. So not a big performance difference on strait runs. The M5 also has the quickest stopping distance of any stock vehicle at 60-0 in 2.0 seconds (that beats the M3).

The Mercedes AMG series is also to be taken seriously... but its a completly different ride as well as looks. However, some AMG's are totally over-rated so like the other guy said "Do your research... and

test drive everything a while". The dealer in my town will let me take vehicles for a day or 2 on a purchase this size so you might try that.

**Manowar** · 10-20-2005, 07:17 AM

Originally posted by Morgan

2006 Mercedes CLS55 AMG (will post pics as soon as i get it)

Sweet.

**Rinaldo** · 10-20-2005, 07:17 AM

I'd buy a mercedes

**Young** · 10-20-2005, 07:27 AM

Get a MB CLS. The 5 series is no longer the king of that class. Active steering bullshit.

**EroticySteve** · 10-20-2005, 07:35 AM

Originally posted by SetTheWorldonFire

Don't knock the wagons. If they made a 6speed manual M5 Wagon. I'd be all over it.

**gangbangjoe** · 10-20-2005, 07:38 AM

Originally posted by Alky

M5 = MSRP $81,200 with a nice 12 month wait for it.
550i = 58k

you have to wait for an m5 where you live ?

Which BMW 5 series car should I get?

Which BMW 5 series car should I get?

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