Took the plunge... bought a BMW 545 sport.
01-11-09 | 06:35 PM
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Took the plunge... bought a BMW 545 sport.
First off, I really wanted to stay with Lexus, but NO current Lexus impressed me in either looks or driving (with the exception of the IS-F). So I was forced to look at other brands. Almost bought a S55 AMG then opted out due to the crazy maintanence. I test drove the LS430 and thought I would fall in love but I honestly was so disappointed. I was thinking it would be a huge improvement over our old LS400. Not much at all. I would slam the gas and it was no where near the speed I was looking for. I drove a 545 sport and fell in love with it. With the sport package, it handles like a dream. I'm selling my SC now so if anyone is interested let me know. Anyways heres a pic 
01-11-09 | 11:22 PM
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I love the current 5 series. The damn thing looks dropped at the stock ride height. I wish the japanese would learn how to eliminate the wheel gap from the factory while still providing a completely stock ride feel. very cool
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01-12-09 | 12:20 AM
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Nice choice.
I agree with you about Lexus' not having a car that competes with this. This is why they need to extend the F lineup and add a new series GS model and the LF A.
You looked at the AMG but chose a much less powerful car. Are you going to mod your 5 and turn it into a real beast?
P.S. Glad you liked the F!
I agree with you about Lexus' not having a car that competes with this. This is why they need to extend the F lineup and add a new series GS model and the LF A.
You looked at the AMG but chose a much less powerful car. Are you going to mod your 5 and turn it into a real beast?
P.S. Glad you liked the F!
01-12-09 | 05:16 PM
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The steering feel is great in virtually all BMW products.
Congragulations on the 545i. I reviewed, by CL request, a 550i a couple of years ago, and found it a superb sports sedan. The 545 is virtually the same car....I don't think you will have many complaints with it, although I find the I-Drive system tedious and annoying to use, especially while driving.
Congragulations on the 545i.
I reviewed, by CL request, a 550i a couple of years ago, and found it a superb sports sedan. The 545 is virtually the same car....I don't think you will have many complaints with it, although I find the I-Drive system tedious and annoying to use, especially while driving.
