BMW 3-series and 5-series - next generation?

InfinityG37_fan · 12th December 2009, 09:16

Sorry Guys, was very busy for the last 2-3 weeks; didn't get time to log in and check into this post. To be honest, i was expecting a "bolder" design for the new 5-series. I like the F10 but not too much that i would pay an extra 6-7 lacs for it considering a minimum 5-10% premium and the 3.5 lacs discount i'm getting on the current 520d.

The good part is that BMW has given me till 15th Jan to decide. BUt I'm still confused. If they offer me a discount of around 5 lacs, i think i'll just go for the current 5-series (sorry S350L-E240, i also want the F10 but am unable to garner the money for it

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Sahil · 12th December 2009, 12:14

If you are looking for 5 lac discount, you might be able to get that much on the 525i. This is a slow mover and BMW is desperate to sell it. But at the end of it, I think the 520d will still work out cheaper. Negotiate on that too and then decide.

I have a close friend who tried to do a group buy on the 520d, 15 cars but still the discounts were not 5 lakhs.

If you can get a a 2010 mfd @ 3.5L discount then I guess it still is a good deal.

S350L-E240 · 13th December 2009, 09:24

Congrats man, 5 Lac discount on 5 series sounds great!

And about the F10, It's ok, you can always swap the E60 for the F10 once it's facelifted after 4 years, Until then enjoy the E60 it's a benchmark on its own!

Sandeepm777 · 13th December 2009, 13:05

Hi Guys,
I'm picking up my space grey BMW 530d Highline with natural brown interiors tommorow.
Got a discount of 5.3Lakhs after some hard negotiating.I was tempted to wait for the F10 but I somehow still love the current model plus the fat discount made the deal even sweeter.It has the new Idrive with the USB interface & I've opted for a space saver tyre as well.
I'm really exited & am looking forward to picking it up tommorow.
I have also ordered the Bmw Ipod USB cable for full Ipod integration.

Cheers.

BMW USB iPod Cable

ecclipse78 · 13th December 2009, 16:02

Congrats !! And that's a great deal you got.

Welcome to the BMW family.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sandeepm777

Hi Guys,
I'm picking up my space grey BMW 530d Highline with natural brown interiors tommorow.
Got a discount of 5.3Lakhs after some hard negotiating.I was tempted to wait for the F10 but I somehow still love the current model plus the fat discount made the deal even sweeter.It has the new Idrive with the USB interface & I've opted for a space saver tyre as well.
I'm really exited & am looking forward to picking it up tommorow.
I have also ordered the Bmw Ipod USB cable for full Ipod integration.

Cheers.

BMW USB iPod Cable

redeff · 14th December 2009, 10:13

530d should make sure you have a large silly grin plastered on your face every time you blip the throttle even a little bit! Have fun!

Sahil · 14th December 2009, 12:04

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sandeepm777

Hi Guys,
I'm picking up my space grey BMW 530d Highline with natural brown interiors tommorow.
Got a discount of 5.3Lakhs after some hard negotiating.I was tempted to wait for the F10 but I somehow still love the current model plus the fat discount made the deal even sweeter.It has the new Idrive with the USB interface & I've opted for a space saver tyre as well.
I'm really exited & am looking forward to picking it up tommorow.
I have also ordered the Bmw Ipod USB cable for full Ipod integration.

Cheers.

Good deal, congats !

The 530d does not move half as fast from the showroom floor as the 520d hence the discounts are superb.

Nice color combo, hope you are switching to regular tubeless since you already got the space saver. The ride quality with 18inchers + RFTs is too harsh, would improve considerably with a nice set of Michelin Primacy HP's or PP2s if you want sportiness.

Sandeepm777 · 15th December 2009, 08:06

Hi Guys, I picked up my Bimmer yesterday, man what a machine.
I find the ride quality actually quite good even with the Runflat Dunlops. It is definitely better than the Skoda Laura that I was drving previously. Anyway the dealer did not agree to buy back the Runflats so I guess I'll stick with them.
Here are the pictures.

TheARUN · 15th December 2009, 08:28

Congratulations. The car looks simply awesome and its a real great achievment getting into the BMW owners club. Its a great achievement recognised anywhere in the world

Sandeepm777 · 15th December 2009, 08:54

Here are some more pictures from the showroom.

Sahil · 15th December 2009, 11:36

congrats sandeep !

They got rid of the DVD drive on the highline versions too ! I wonder why they gave it in my 525d back then? Not that I am complaining, I get 4.7gigs of music appendable on one disc so no need for an iPod

ecclipse78 · 15th December 2009, 12:54

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sahil

congrats sandeep !

They got rid of the DVD drive on the highline versions too ! I wonder why they gave it in my 525d back then? Not that I am complaining, I get 4.7gigs of music appendable on one disc so no need for an iPod

Hi Sahil,

When I burn some music from my iMac using iTunes onto a DVD-RW; it does not work in my 530d highline ( 2008 model - it came with the DVD drive ). It says unsupported disc.

How are you ripping the DVD's with music ?

Sandeepm777 · 15th December 2009, 14:08

The system is DVD compatible,I have watched a movie on it.
The soundsystem rocks & the 2 subwoofers under the seats provide decent bass.
Now waiting for the ipod cable.

eBay India: BMW USB iPod Cable (item 180443080978 end time 18-Dec-2009 16:55:49 IST)

Anyone used this cable yet?

Sahil · 15th December 2009, 14:19

Ecclipse:I create a data disc and burn my mp3's on it using nero or burner software of the sorts.

Sandeep: My car came with 2 drives on the front panel. Top one is basic CD and below one is DVD.
I am not too impressed with the sound system, Mercedes have better bass.

Sandeepm777 · 15th December 2009, 17:43

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sahil

Ecclipse:I create a data disc and burn my mp3's on it using nero or burner software of the sorts.

Sandeep: My car came with 2 drives on the front panel. Top one is basic CD and below one is DVD.
I am not too impressed with the sound system, Mercedes have better bass.

Sahil,is your car also equiped with a cd changer as my car has a 6 cd changer as well in the glove compartment.

12th December 2009, 09:16	#31
InfinityG37_fan Newbie Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: New Delhi Posts: 13 Thanked: 0 Times	Sorry Guys, was very busy for the last 2-3 weeks; didn't get time to log in and check into this post. To be honest, i was expecting a "bolder" design for the new 5-series. I like the F10 but not too much that i would pay an extra 6-7 lacs for it considering a minimum 5-10% premium and the 3.5 lacs discount i'm getting on the current 520d. The good part is that BMW has given me till 15th Jan to decide. BUt I'm still confused. If they offer me a discount of around 5 lacs, i think i'll just go for the current 5-series (sorry S350L-E240, i also want the F10 but am unable to garner the money for it ).
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12th December 2009, 12:14	#32
Sahil Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: May 2004 Location: Bombay Posts: 6,322 Thanked: 7,770 Times	If you are looking for 5 lac discount, you might be able to get that much on the 525i. This is a slow mover and BMW is desperate to sell it. But at the end of it, I think the 520d will still work out cheaper. Negotiate on that too and then decide. I have a close friend who tried to do a group buy on the 520d, 15 cars but still the discounts were not 5 lakhs. If you can get a a 2010 mfd @ 3.5L discount then I guess it still is a good deal.
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13th December 2009, 09:24	#33
S350L-E240 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: India Posts: 1,416 Thanked: 394 Times	Congrats man, 5 Lac discount on 5 series sounds great! And about the F10, It's ok, you can always swap the E60 for the F10 once it's facelifted after 4 years, Until then enjoy the E60 it's a benchmark on its own!
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13th December 2009, 13:05	#34
Sandeepm777 BHPian Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: gurgaon Posts: 71 Thanked: 54 Times	Hi Guys, I'm picking up my space grey BMW 530d Highline with natural brown interiors tommorow. Got a discount of 5.3Lakhs after some hard negotiating.I was tempted to wait for the F10 but I somehow still love the current model plus the fat discount made the deal even sweeter.It has the new Idrive with the USB interface & I've opted for a space saver tyre as well. I'm really exited & am looking forward to picking it up tommorow. I have also ordered the Bmw Ipod USB cable for full Ipod integration. Cheers. BMW USB iPod Cable
	() Thanks

14th December 2009, 10:13	#36
redeff BHPian Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Mumbai Posts: 361 Thanked: 286 Times View My Garage	530d should make sure you have a large silly grin plastered on your face every time you blip the throttle even a little bit! Have fun!
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15th December 2009, 08:06	#38
Sandeepm777 BHPian Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: gurgaon Posts: 71 Thanked: 54 Times	Hi Guys, I picked up my Bimmer yesterday, man what a machine. I find the ride quality actually quite good even with the Runflat Dunlops. It is definitely better than the Skoda Laura that I was drving previously. Anyway the dealer did not agree to buy back the Runflats so I guess I'll stick with them. Here are the pictures. Attached Thumbnails
	() Thanks

15th December 2009, 08:28	#39
TheARUN Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Bangalore Posts: 1,381 Thanked: 977 Times View My Garage	Congratulations. The car looks simply awesome and its a real great achievment getting into the BMW owners club. Its a great achievement recognised anywhere in the world
	() Thanks

15th December 2009, 08:54	#40
Sandeepm777 BHPian Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: gurgaon Posts: 71 Thanked: 54 Times	Here are some more pictures from the showroom. Attached Thumbnails
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15th December 2009, 11:36	#41
Sahil Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: May 2004 Location: Bombay Posts: 6,322 Thanked: 7,770 Times	congrats sandeep ! They got rid of the DVD drive on the highline versions too ! I wonder why they gave it in my 525d back then? Not that I am complaining, I get 4.7gigs of music appendable on one disc so no need for an iPod
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15th December 2009, 14:08	#43
Sandeepm777 BHPian Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: gurgaon Posts: 71 Thanked: 54 Times	The system is DVD compatible,I have watched a movie on it. The soundsystem rocks & the 2 subwoofers under the seats provide decent bass. Now waiting for the ipod cable. eBay India: BMW USB iPod Cable (item 180443080978 end time 18-Dec-2009 16:55:49 IST) Anyone used this cable yet?
	() Thanks

15th December 2009, 14:19	#44
Sahil Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: May 2004 Location: Bombay Posts: 6,322 Thanked: 7,770 Times	Ecclipse:I create a data disc and burn my mp3's on it using nero or burner software of the sorts. Sandeep: My car came with 2 drives on the front panel. Top one is basic CD and below one is DVD. I am not too impressed with the sound system, Mercedes have better bass.
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