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I've got just a bit over 9,000 miles now and have loved every one of them.
It's funny, sometimes I think I'm totally used to my car and I forget the awe I felt the first time I saw it, until I'm approaching it in a parking lot... then I think the same thing all over again. What a sexy, amazing looking car!
My friends tell me that I'm still driving with a smile on my face (when they see me on the road) ... of course I am!
YOU APPLY IT TO A CLEAN SURFACE AND IT PROVIDE AN
NEARLY INVISIBLE COATING TO THE PAINTS SURFACE.
I COVERED THE LEADING EDGE OF MY HOOD AND FENDERS
ALSO THOSE COOL HEADLINES, IT IS SUPPOSE TO LAST
3/4 YEARS WITHOUT YELLOWING,FADING,OR DAMAGE TO PAINT. SO FAR IT STAYS DOWN GREAT BARELY NOTICEABLE
AND MAKES ME FEEL LIKE THE CAR AND LITES WILL LOOK
NEW IN 4 YEARS. TRY INTERNET SEARCH SCOTHCAL YOU SHOULD FIND
BUNCH OF SITES. I AM SURPRISED BMW DOESN'T OFFER IT AS ORIGINAL
EQUIPMENT. MOST ALL PEOPLE WOULD BUY IT. HOLD IT MAYBE I SHOULD
CALL THEM.COULD BE A NEW SUPPLIER FOR BMW
DAVE
I'll check it out and thanks again for the info.
Saw Brave1heart, AAron330i, Bavarian, et al do their intro thing....so I figured I should do the same...since I too have been putting my $.02 in on everything from how to install a Universal Transmitter, to my experience with Moss Motors in Lafayette, La (a positive one!!!) over on the 3-series board...
I am the satisfied owner of a 2001.5 325i, Blk/ Blk Leather/Moonroof/Step/CD/Sport Pkg I have had it for about a month....and am loving it.
This was probably the least intelligent financial decision I have made (since we also have a 1998 Volvo, and a 2000 Expedition), but my wife wanted HER Volvo back, after driving the SUV around town for awhile. I was not going to do a 50 mile daily r/t in a Ford Expedition..... so the answer was..... a new BMW of course!
The rationalization goes something like this:
Volvo - hers
BMW - his
SUV - ours (for roadtrips to grandma's, dog groomers, etc)
-GV
I think you can be very comfortable with your decision to buy a 525. I was very happy with the way the 525 drove when I tested it. My drive was relatively short because the dealer I went to to drive that car had a pre-determined test driving route. I got it up to 80 mph on the stretch of highway that we drove with little effort and it drove very smoothly at high speed. Prior to that, I had driven a BMW 330, and Mercedes C320, an Audi A-4, a Saab 9-5 and a Lexus IS 300. I found the BMW and Lexus cars to be the top performers for what I was looking for.
I wanted to test a 530, but that dealer told me they had none available and would not for the forseeable future. So I went to another dealer, and he let me take the 530 out on my own and go wherever I wanted, for as long as I wanted. I had a great one-hour drive on several Connecticut highways that offered different opportunities. One was straight and flat with little traffic, so I could really open it up. The other was curvy and hilly, to see how the handled under those conditions. That drive is what hooked me to the 530.
The 530 certainly has more power than the 525, but I thought the 525 handled itself quite well and that you can be very comfortable with your decision.
Autocrossed a time or two with BMW CCA, and hope to win the E46 M3 convertible.
Ellen
I just received my Original BMW Accessories catalogue in the mail and as I looked through it, BMW does offer a clear protective covering to guard against abrasions. It says it won't harm paint, yellow, fade or crack and peel. You can order it for the front lower section of the hood and mirrors for $99.95 and the bumper for $83.95. How do these prices compare to scothcal?
this post and give us his input. he'll probably know. Sorry
I like the car better every time I drive it. Got it in March, about 4500 mi now. On a 6% grade it's no powerhouse, especially trying to accelerate from 50 to 70 after one of those slow pokes finally gets out of the left lane, but using the manual mode in 3rd and 4th it does run well. It is also very smooth and quiet all the way up to 110 or so--not much different than at 55.
I was dissapointed in the gas mileage at highway speeds (75-80), getting about 24 mpg. Maybe the engine isn't broken in enough yet. My old 1992 Bonneville SSei got 25-26 in similar situations.
Are you reading the computer or computing based on miles/gallons? The computer gives me about 1 mpg better than the calculations.
Happy driving all!
I just picked up my 325i blk/grey leather xeon/CD/PP/HS 5-speed. I bought it from Habberstad BMW in Long island, NY. They put a Habberstad decal on it, is there any way I can remove it?
Its beautiful, I love it.
I only took a half day off of work so I only got to drive it for 15 min.
I can't wait till 5 so I can go drive.
Josh
The comfort, quietness, solidness, and the overall feel of this automobile make worth the price. This is also one of the safest vehicles in the world. Now about that M5...............................................
In Canada, though I hear it's the same for the rest of N America, the 325i comes standard with CD, HID, headlight washers, Auto climate control.
This car is a dream.
Have about 9000 miles on the car and no tickets yet (touch wood!). For those who find it hard to convince your signifant others of the 'rationale' behind the need to have a BMW and nothing else, have them drive it a couple of times first. My wife was a BMW hater at first, then she drove it a couple of times, and needless to say, the results were positive !
Nice to meet you all.
assume dedicated rims.
KarenS
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I have been reading your thoughts on the 530i etc... I test drove a 2001 530i, us specs, with the steptronic transmission. Awesome car....had it up to 130 mph on the autobahn here in germany. The steptronic trans is flawless! I tried it in auto/sport/manual selections...amazing. I was amazed how quiet the car was with the sun/moon roof closed and open. Some issues of car mags point out that the controls are inconveinient?? I found all the controls quite convienent and functional. I liked the fact that the music artist comes up on the radio. Waiting to purchase a 2002 530i...my friends have the 540i...to much power for me. Good day!
Mike
I have been reading your thoughts on the 530i etc... I test drove a 2001 530i, us specs, with the steptronic transmission. Awesome car....had it up to 130 mph on the autobahn here in Germany. The steptronic trans is flawless! I tried it in auto/sport/manual selections...amazing. I was amazed how quiet the car was with the sun/moon roof closed and open. Some issues of car mags point out that the controls are inconvenient?? I found all the controls quite comfortable and functional. Waiting to purchase a 2002 530i...my friends have the 540i...to much power for me. Good day!
Mike
Just got my 530i black/black, premium, convenience, and cold weather beauty.
Absolutely fantastic auto!
Somewhat disapointed in the clarity/range of the audio system. Has anyone done a BMW upgrade (if there is one) or a custom upgrade?
Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Please send your response to jfallon@edmunds.com, or post in Talk to the Press.
Thanks!
KarenS
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Please send your response to jfallon@edmunds.com, or post in Talk to the Press.
Thanks!
KarenS
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I can't complain. I only have 55 miles on my new car. Please contact me if you find any quirks with the new 2002 series. Shoot contact me if you want a photo. The Topaz blue and sand is a great color scheme...Of course I am biased...
One last note... referring to the events of Sep 11th sleeep well knowing that in every military members mind (Especially mine) there is no sacrifice to great...when it come to hunting these scumbags down. God bless the USA and German made automobiles.
Drop me a line at jdowning@t-online.de