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Old 10-01-06 | 12:34 AM
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I have a AMG 55k and standard 550 model in my garage. I compare both cars the only diffrent I see was AMG has hand build motor with the tech name on it and standard motor does not... other than that.. they are the same.. and from my very own experiance. the standard 550 has way less problems than the AMG....



Old 10-01-06 | 09:59 AM
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Originally Posted by splitfire
I have a AMG 55k and standard 550 model in my garage. I compare both cars the only diffrent I see was AMG has hand build motor with the tech name on it and standard motor does not... other than that.. they are the same.. and from my very own experiance. the standard 550 has way less problems than the AMG....



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I'd have to say....Supra TT as well, GS350 loaded, and possibly the M5
Old 10-01-06 | 06:37 PM
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"Hand built" as far as engines go equals "less reliable" to me, because humans can't measure or work to fine tolerances like machines can.
Old 10-03-06 | 10:17 PM
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Originally Posted by JAC JZS
Brand new GS350. Used E55.. I remember reading somewhere that b/ c the AMG models are hand-built they are more reliable than the rest of the MB line.. anyone know if there is any truth to that?
Too late.... Already made a decision.....
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Old 10-04-06 | 10:56 AM
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Originally Posted by TXSTYLE
Too late.... Already made a decision.....
OK, I'll ask first what is it??? Can't tell from that angle
Old 10-04-06 | 11:50 AM
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Originally Posted by Max707
OK, I'll ask first what is it??? Can't tell from that angle
Probably the 745 he was looking at.
Old 10-04-06 | 11:57 AM
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Originally Posted by Max707
OK, I'll ask first what is it??? Can't tell from that angle
The Bangle butt feature is still very visible from that angle
Old 10-04-06 | 12:08 PM
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Basic Rules on BMW Ownership!!

Rule #1. Do Not buy the first year car after the model change!! You'll become a guinea pig!!

Rule #2. Get rid of the car before the factory warranty expires!!
Old 10-04-06 | 12:23 PM
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OK, I'll ask first what is it??? Can't tell from that angle
He said earlier in the thread. IIRC, he got a white 745i.
Old 10-04-06 | 12:28 PM
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Originally Posted by TXSTYLE
Too late.... Already made a decision.....
congrats on the purchase, I remember when my car used to look like that!
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That's BMW 7 Series written all over the car that's next to the Nissan Z.
Old 10-06-06 | 03:51 PM
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Originally Posted by hsk73
Basic Rules on BMW Ownership!!

Rule #1. Do Not buy the first year car after the model change!! You'll become a guinea pig!!

Rule #2. Get rid of the car before the factory warranty expires!!
No worries...

Mine is 2nd year.

And 100k Mile Warranty and now 100k service.



Originally Posted by D2-AUTOSPORT

congrats on the purchase, I remember when my car used to look like that!
LOL! You know actually... The stock 19's make a HUGE difference and most people think I should keep them.
But you know how I does it!
Old 10-14-06 | 06:00 PM
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Congrats on the new purchase bro. I picked up a 745Li last month also. I love it.

Let the modding begin!
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can't go wrong with that car... nice pick.



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