I hear ya! I spend a good deal of time in my wifes e70 and it's quite the difference. It will never have the soul of the E53 though!

Love your M package and paint color btw! nice work!

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2006 E53 4.8is Imola/Black
2012 E70 35isxdrive Blue/Tan
2005 545i SMG M-tech kit Grey/Black