Originally Posted by asawadude

I assume the price comparison is for CPO vehicles.

It would be pointless for an existing 4.6is owner to trade up to a 4.8is. However, for a first time E53 buyer, there are plenty of reasons to buy a 4.8is.

• Facelift front end styling
• Angel Eyes
• Adaptive headlights
• Adaptive braking
• MP3 compatible CD Changer
• Valvetronic, double Vanos engine
• 25 HP gain
• 0.6 sec gain 0-60
• 6-speed ZF automatic transmission (far more durable than old GM supplied 5-speed)
• X-Drive all wheel drive system (much improved over previous 38/62 fixed torque AWD drive)
• Soft close rear window
• BMW Assist
• Bluetooth
• Sat Radio prep
• More time remaining left on CPO warranty
• Time remaining on Maintenance Free agreement

The $15K spread is between what two vehicles? An '02 4.6is vs. an '05 4.8is? The $15K seems worth it to me.