Drove an awesome car today..

LVR · #4 08-18-2007, 09:36 PM

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Originally Posted by B-Line

Why would I get a 550 with M sports kit over the M5?? I am just not that thrilled with the current BMW 5 series. They don't speak to me like the last generation.

As for the S8, there won't be any major cosmetic or engine changes in 08. It's a fairly new car. Secondly, since my lease is up in NOV, I would be getting an 08 Audi, not an 07.

The Mercedes is just a little too "not my speed".. If you know what I mean.

B

Fair enough...

In answer to your question, the M5 either belongs on a race track or in the hands of someone who likes a weekend blast (eg a Ferrari) IMO. It's not a good daily driver and doesn't have the torque for stop start traffic. The 550, on the other hand does and people like myself have opted for a smaller engine (or even a 540) for everyday driveability.

The LCI version of the 5 series fixes all the little gripes I had, which were mostly interior...

Finally, I only suggested you drive it...

Cheers