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Re: 2011 BMW 528 Pricing [carbird]
Written by: gardis on Jun 29, 2010 6:04:24 PM
Carbird, I have 19" sport rims on my 530i (2007) as measured from outer edge of rim straight across to outer edge (is that how you measure them?). They come with the sport package. If you get a basic 528, you will get basic rims, I don't know what size they are. The BMW rims are very very expensive, can easily cost over $2000 for a full set of 4, depending ... Read More
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Re: 2011 BMW 528 Pricing [nsoltz]
Written by: gardis on Jun 27, 2010 6:23:16 AM
I bought my 2007 530i at Greenwich BMW, I'm not really sure I got a great deal, but the car was exactly what I was looking for and then some, so I was satisfied. I'm amazed at some of the comments, some dealers calling to make sure everything is OK after the deal.......wow, I never had that. Maybe I got a survey via email from BMW, that's it. And sales crap. ... Read More
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Re: Pricing discussion on a new 528i / 535i [greg777]
Written by: gardis on May 29, 2010 1:27:14 PM
Greg, That was terrific technical information. I looked at a beautifiul 2008 535i at Bridgeport BMW (CT) at the end of 2008 (CPO) had 27K miles on it, they were asking $38,900. it was black sapph, prem pkg, sports pkg, beautiful rims. I passed on it after a lot of agonizing because I just didn't think I wanted to get involved with twin turbos. That's a new engine, isn't it? The ... Read More
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Re: End of Lease Experiece [josehb]
Written by: SergeyM on Nov 15, 2009 10:00:30 PM
Just checked tire rack - 2007 BMW 530 with Sport package: Size: 245/40R18 Runflat - OE BMW use only Sidewall Style: Blackwall Serv. Desc: 93WLoad Index 93 = 1433lbs (650kg) per tire Speed Rating "W" = 168mph (270kph) UTQG: Treadwear: 140 Traction: A Temperature: A 140 A APrice: $335.00 (each
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Re: End of Lease Experiece [two50man]
Written by: gardis on Nov 15, 2009 2:10:12 PM
two50man, I have a CPO 2007 530i, with almost identical features except the split rear seats and ski thing (whatever that is). I bought it last June at Greenwich CT BMW when it had 24K miles on the clock, they were asking $36,900, and came down to $36,200. The car is pristine, and still smells new even. It runs beautifully and I love it. It has a set of Bridgestone Potenza ... Read More
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End of Lease Experiece
Written by: sambo49 on Oct 31, 2009 6:51:10 PM
My lease for a 2007 BMW 525xi is coming up shortly. I am interested in the 2011 5 series understand it will not be available for another 6 months or so. The residual value on my lease is 31700, based on 30k miles, luxury package, cold weather package. Edmunds' dealer trade in value is 25000, one dealer offered to sell it back for 29500 straight up with no extended warranties or ... Read More
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Re: Bought 528i CPO [asterix4]
Written by: sandeepg on Aug 10, 2009 8:07:58 AM
Hi asterix4, First of all Congrats for your new BMW! It is an amazing experience to own and drive one.... FYI, I recently (2 weeks ago) bought a 2007 525i 41K miles w/ Prmm and Cold Packages w/ Xenon Adaptive lights for $29,500. I paid another $250 for windows tinting and this past weekend, I bought the entended maintenance plan for $1895 from the same BMW Store in Cincinnati. The finance ... Read More
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Re: Just bought 2007 525i CPO ... what do you think [sandeepg]
Written by: gardis on Aug 1, 2009 4:56:25 AM
Hi Sandee, congratulations, you sound very happy with it, and best of luck! I wouldn't worry about how much money maybe you left on the table. If you are happy with the vehicle that's all that counts. I'm personally not crazy about tinting, I think if you have the right interior color, it could be OK, but I've seen it on Black Sapphire/Black leather and thought it looked way too dark. ... Read More
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2007 525i
Written by: kevin530 on Jul 29, 2009 3:42:44 PM
Sandee... seems a little on the high side for a 525 without all wheel drive and mileage on the high side for a 2007 but we all seem to end up paying a little too much, IMO. I think it is easier said than done to find a clean CPO with the color combo we like or can live with, so don't fret, just enjoy the car. Driving a BMW is ... Read More
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Just bought 2007 525i CPO ... what do you think
Written by: sandeepg on Jul 29, 2009 12:32:19 PM
Hello Guys, First of all THANKS to all of you for sharing your experiences here! I used this forum a lot before buying my first bimmer..... So here it goes, I just bought a 2007 525i Automatic w/ Steptronic, Xenon lights, Cold Weather and Premium Packages for $29,500. It was listed at $33,000 and has 41K miles. Its a CPO but has 1.5 years of original warranty on it. I live ... Read More
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2007 BMW 525i Price (CPO)
Written by: srj1 on Jul 25, 2009 8:15:48 PM
A dealer in Northern California is offering 2007 525i driven 5500 miles for 31K. There are no options upgrades. It is an automatic steptronic stearing car. Please let me know if this is a good deal SJ
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Re: BMW offering Factory-to-dealer $5000? [blckislandguy]
Written by: jasont on Jun 28, 2009 5:47:26 PM
I have to admit I was questioning why people lease also, but as I really compared buying a 2006 or 2007 5 series to a lease, the lease seemed better and better. My lease offer was for a 2010 528 3 years/36k miles for $650 a month including CA sales tax or $23,400 over the term. I was able to order the exact car I wanted and I get to drive ... Read More
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Re: BMW offering Factory-to-dealer $5000? [davidc1]
Written by: blckislandguy on Jun 24, 2009 7:58:56 PM
Yes, you are right that out of pocket service bills for late model lux cars can be upsetting. But consider this: the absolute biggest cost of car ownership is depreciation. Buying a car at half of what it sold for three years ago puts you so far ahead of the game that even a $1500 brake job can be justified. (But since you are going to buy a CPO it won't ... Read More
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Capa2
Written by: capa2 on Jun 21, 2009 6:28:04 AM
My 2007 BMW 5 series lease is ending. I am thinking of buying a 2010 5 Series. I have heard that BMW is redesigning the 5 series in 2011. What are your thoughts on buying the 2010 or trying to lease for 1 year and then buying the 2011? Does anybody know how much will be changed in the redesign?
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warranty question
Written by: gardis on Jul 7, 2009 11:11:05 AM
Guys, (I'm cross posting this message as this seems a much more active topic): Question on warranty: I recently got a 2007 CPO 530i, which I love. The warranty runs to end of June 2012. In service date was June 2006. When I was reading the vehicle manuals, I noticed in that leather bound case, a white card, size of a credit card, that was issued by BMW which has VIN, ... Read More
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warranty question
Written by: gardis on Jul 7, 2009 11:08:53 AM
Guys, Question on warranty: I recently got a 2007 CPO 530i, which I love. The warranty runs to end of June 2012. In service date was June 2006. When I was reading the vehicle manuals, I noticed in that leather bound case, a white card, size of a credit card, that was issued by BMW which has VIN, model, and IN SERVICE DATE. The in service date according to this card ... Read More
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MY PURCHASE 2007 530i
Written by: speedy19 on Jul 3, 2009 1:18:09 AM
I finally did it. this is BMW #2. 2007 BMW 530i Black Sapphire / Black Leather Premium/Xenon/Nav List $34995 18k miles 50k bumper to bumper ends 12/2010! CPO Car. Ends 12/2012 I paid $32,500. I also paid $1800 for the extended maintainence plan until 12/2012. (THE EXTENDED MAINTAINENCE PLAN WENT UP ON 5 series JULY 1 2009 by $300-$500 (cost / retail?) - CONFIRMED the dealer screwed up and at the ... Read More
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Re: What about this deal 2007 CPO bmw 525i nav sport premium [speedy19]
Written by: speedy19 on Jun 30, 2009 5:32:32 PM
so nobody has any comments about my deal??
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What about this deal 2007 CPO bmw 525i nav sport premium
Written by: speedy19 on Jun 29, 2009 8:27:41 PM
Hi guys, Can you tell me how much I should offer on this deal? 2007 CPO 525i silver grey/black interior Dealer ASK: $32995 Miles: 31,000 Sport, Premium, Nav pacakges 50k bumper to bumper warranty ends: 5/ 2010 CPO warranty only covers drivetrain (engine,transmission). I am slightly hesitant on the deal because the b2b warranty is leaving me with 11months or 20k miles left to make sure the nav, audio, a/c etc ... Read More
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BMW FS 2009 JULY PROMOTIONS ON CPO?
Written by: speedy19 on Jun 28, 2009 6:20:19 PM
Hi kyfdx and Car_man, any idea what the promotions will be through BMW FS in 2009? I am looking to purchase a CPO (2007 or 2008) but dont know if I should wait for July to see what happens or continue on and purchase by June 20. What do you think? When do they usually disclose what is going to happen in July? Do dealers know already? help! thanks, ajay
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Re: extended warranty [gardis]
Written by: speedy19 on Jun 28, 2009 6:14:29 PM
OK So I didnt pick up the car I mentioned above. I really want a NAV and have decided to wait for the color I want. Titanium Grey or White with a Black or Grey interior. The problem is that all the cars with NAV seem to have other options attached to them as well (the most common of course being the premium package)... Guys- any help here- what will BMW ... Read More
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Re: PRICE FOR EXTENDED MAINTAINENCE SERVICE [gardis]
Written by: speedy19 on Jun 25, 2009 11:16:23 AM
OK thank you so much Gardis. I went to the dealer yesterday and I think he was bullshi**ing me he said that the 2007 CPO has a 3.9% and the 2008 CPO Does not have ANY incentive from BMW FS. He said it would be at market rate 7% or higher. So because of that I leaned toward the 2007's only. here is what I found on the lot. I drove ... Read More
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Re: End of lease buy-out question [jmcbmw]
Written by: hoosbest on Jun 21, 2009 9:12:06 AM
JMCBMW - How did you get them to counter you? My last call which was 2.5 months prior to lease end, they said, BMW FS does not negotiate residual values. I am not three weeks left on a 2007 BMW 530i - and want to figure out how to do. How did you ask the question? The dealer has NO incentive to work in your favor. If the car is in ... Read More
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Re: End of lease buy-out question [sss2]
Written by: jmcbmw on Jun 19, 2009 12:02:34 AM
I just called BMW FS this morning and was offered $7400 off the residual of my 2007 X3 that is due for return next week. Also was offered on the spot financing of 5.5% for 60 months direct without going to dealer. However, I am thinking of the getting a BMW exec demo 528i (MSRP over $57K) that I was offered. I will post if quote is confirmed but it's like ... Read More
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End of lease buy-out question
Written by: sss2 on Jun 18, 2009 12:09:45 PM
Has anybody had any recent experience buying out their BMW at the end of the lease? In the past few months, BMWFS has been negotiating directly with owners and offering near-wholesale prices. According to some other forums, the practice has now ended and all negotiations have to go through the local dealer. From my experience in talking to the dealers, they are much more interested in selling or leasing a new ... Read More
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Is this a Good Deal?
Written by: gardis on May 24, 2009 5:36:29 PM
Guys, I need some advice. I found on the BMWUSA website, an ideal car. it's a 2007 CPO 530i, Alpine/Black, with Premium, Cold, SPORTS, prem. sound, and NAV. Car has 24K miles on it, it's off lease, one owner, clean Carfax, and dealer wants $36,999 for it. I called and got so excited, it's exactly the car I'm looking for, I walked away from one in January because of the stock ... Read More
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Black 530XI with Sports
Written by: gardis on May 16, 2009 8:31:13 PM
Guys, They just told me about another vehicle, a CPO 530XI, 2007, black sapph, with black leather, Premium, COld and SPORTS. The manager told me that the Sports pkg is just "cosmetic" on the XI models. Yet, quite a few XI have sports pkg. It comes with that black shadowline trim, special steering wheel and seats. Yet the 530i comes with sport wheel rims. Is there any difference in performance? What ... Read More
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Re: 2007 Acura RL [palincal]
Written by: lexusguy on Apr 25, 2009 9:23:21 PM
RL is a safer car than a BMW 5-series by a big margin. In fact RL is one of the safest vehicles around. Check out http://informedforlife.org/demos/FCKeditor/UserFiles/File/1MasterSCOREr.pdf for a comprehensive safety study. Thanks for that list, interesting stuff. Acura deserves credit for their commitment to safety, and they also deserve credit for quickly improving the RL's quality to among the best in the segment after a very mediocre first model year. You'll ... Read More
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Re: 2007 Acura RL [lexusguy]
Written by: palincal on Apr 25, 2009 8:43:56 PM
RL is a safer car than a BMW 5-series by a big margin. In fact RL is one of the safest vehicles around. Check out http://informedforlife.org/demos/FCKeditor/UserFiles/File/1MasterSCOREr.pdf for a comprehensive safety study. I consider reliability as one of the biggest safety factors which most studies don't take into account. BMWs are far behind Acuras in terms of reliability. I have seen enough BMWs stranded on the roadside to never consider buying one. ... Read More
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Re: 2007 Acura RL [vavavavolvo]
Written by: anon3 on Apr 23, 2009 2:45:33 PM
"If there is a chance you might be unfortunate enough to be T-boned in a side impact I would strongly re-think a list where you rate the new 5 series above the RL." And yet the 5 series gets five stars or a "good" rating in most or all of the other categories in other tests. So yes, if you think you are likely to be t-boned by a "moving deformable ... Read More
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Re: 2007 Acura RL [lexusguy]
Written by: shmang on Mar 30, 2009 1:54:57 PM
"I have never understood why the RL does not sell better. Potential buyers went across the street to try the Lexus, Infiniti, BMW, Mercedes, or even Audi, and never came back. " That is exactly what I did - was interested in the RL and went for a test drive. Want to bring wife to look at it before make the decision. Before we can get to that stage, I looked ... Read More
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Re: 2007 Acura RL [houdini1]
Written by: lexusguy on Mar 30, 2009 12:31:33 PM
I have never understood why the RL does not sell better. Potential buyers went across the street to try the Lexus, Infiniti, BMW, Mercedes, or even Audi, and never came back.
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Re: 2007 Acura RL [rockshocka1]
Written by: lexusguy on Apr 5, 2009 4:59:27 PM
I love how everything is lit with a nice, definitely, not too glaring red. Indeed. I also like how the accent lighting, such as the button effect lights, are soft and don't clash with the main lighting. They are either amber or red, and are just bright enough to let you know at a glance that the button is on. My wife's BMW uses ultra-bright green accent lights, which are distracting ... Read More
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2007 Acura RL
Written by: bruinlee on Mar 29, 2009 10:16:43 PM
I just purchased '07 Acura RL with 15k miles on it for 31k. The car is immaculate condition and my other choice was BMW 530i. But the luxury items in the car made my wife to pick the RL over 530i. As I read the manual after I brought the car home, there are much more items that only the truly luxury car could offer :) . Very happy with the ... Read More
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Re: 2007 Acura RL [houdini1]
Written by: lexusguy on Apr 5, 2009 2:04:45 PM
I have never owned an Audi but that might make a nice change. I would not rule one out in the future. It seems like sort of a compromise between BMW and Lexus. That's a fair assessment. If you get a chance, drive an Audi at night. One of the things I like most about Audi is their fanatical attention to interior detail, and you really notice that at night when ... Read More
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Re: 2007 Acura RL [pg48477]
Written by: mobiusf1 on Apr 5, 2009 1:19:03 PM
Your right on. honestly with the whole reliability thing, the 3 and 5 are fairly reliably cars, not like they used to be back in the 90s. And BMWs on the whole hold their value better than Lexus so the whole lease vs. purchase is even less of an argument.
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Re: 2007 Acura RL [mobiusf1]
Written by: pg48477 on Apr 4, 2009 5:22:42 PM
I beg to disagree, the reason why you have certain perception of the car company is because of the type of cars it produce/produced. Lexus simply never made sport oriented cars (may be until recently with ISF) and for this reason many would never consider purchasing one. For me Lexus does not have anything over BMW. BMW handles better, it's faster ( in case of 535) and more luxurious. Without sports ... Read More
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Re: 2007 Acura RL [mobiusf1]
Written by: houdini1 on Apr 4, 2009 12:28:45 PM
I can still remember how utterly foolish I felt when my kids were growing up and for some reason or other I had to drive one of their cars...(camaro, sentra, mitsubishi, etc.) I also think our preferences can change over the years. For a long time it was either BMW or Mercedes for me but for the last 10 years or so it has been mostly Lexus, with a 2002 RL ... Read More
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Re: 2007 Acura RL [lexusguy]
Written by: houdini1 on Apr 4, 2009 6:37:22 AM
Lexus doesn't seem to offer any threat at all which I'm not surprised about. I really don't think Lexus has any intention of trying to duplicate a 5 series any more than BMW wants to duplicate a GS, so likewise, I don't see any threats to the GS from BMW. Both cars have their pros and cons with Lexus leaning more toward luxury and reliability and BMW toward austerity and performance. ... Read More
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Re: 2007 Acura RL [lexusguy]
Written by: mobiusf1 on Apr 3, 2009 4:55:02 PM
Thanks for the input! :) I've definitely heard people say its cold, but to be honest, I don't get that same vibe. I love the exterior design, I always have, its edgy and aggressive. That's not to say I don't love the previous generation 5 series look, its just different. And the interior is fantastic (except for interior storage space) with excellent quality materials and superb attention to detail. You need ... Read More
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Re: 2007 Acura RL [pg48477]
Written by: mobiusf1 on Apr 1, 2009 3:42:55 AM
Midsize Luxury Sports Sedans: Great choice, the 535i is a fantastic car, definitely my favorite car in the segment. I picked up a 535xi last summer. After driving all the cars in the segment (except the Jag XF, but I'm not really a Jag fan) I easily picked the 535xi which I was fairly confident I was going to pick when I started. The M35x, although the 2nd best performer I ... Read More
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Re: 2007 Acura RL [carolinabob]
Written by: pg48477 on Mar 31, 2009 7:15:43 PM
I always like Acuras and test drove RL and TL before make decision on my new car. I ended up getting a grate deal on 535i. And I got to tell you, driving wise it is day and night, BMW feels like it's on rails while having comfortable ride. Also, I feel that material are better quality as well. I could not believe the difference between RL and 535. One thing ... Read More
