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      11-13-2022, 10:20 AM   #1
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The 2020 M550i - I was lucky to find a fully equipped pre-LCI model with the upgraded engine. The 2020 M550i is the sweet spot for those who want the updated engine and idrive but dislike the changes of the LCI. I am happy the folks in Munich gave us the option. The adaptive halo adaptive lights are a-lot more attractive but aggressive than the LCI in my opinion.


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S302 Alarm System
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      11-13-2022, 04:05 PM   #2
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That private number plate is just awesome
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      11-14-2022, 10:19 AM   #3
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Nice ride. How many miles?
I have 1 year left of warranty on my 2020.
Did you purchase from BMW ?
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      11-14-2022, 10:40 AM   #4
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Nah, LCI (shadowline) headlights win.
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Nice ride. How many miles?
I have 1 year left of warranty on my 2020.
Did you purchase from BMW ?
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Nice ride. How many miles?
I have one year left of warranty on my 2020.
Did you purchase from BMW?
Thank you! Yes, I purchased it at BMW with 19K miles CPO last month, 10/2022; I paid 62K MSRP was 90K as equipped; I also bought an outstanding extended warranty with them to continue after the manufacturer's one ends at 50K for 3500. I haggled on the warranty price instead of the car.

2020 is the one I wanted could have gone with the LCI but there are
many things about this year and model I want to keep for years to come.
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Nah, LCI (shadowline) headlights win.
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Nah, LCI (shadowline) headlights win.
I do like the LCI as well, but something about pre LCI I love! I am sure I fall under the minority in thinking the Pre LCI looks better and more aggressive as a daily driver.
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Thank you! Yes, I purchased it at BMW with 19K miles CPO last month, 10/2022; I paid 62K MSRP was 90K as equipped; I also bought an outstanding extended warranty with them to continue after the manufacturer's one ends at 50K for 3500. I haggled on the warranty price instead of the car.

2020 is the one I wanted could have gone with the LCI but there are
many things about this year and model I want to keep for years to come.
Fair price. Mine was $93k spec'd out with packages.
I paid $67k in Sept 2021 with 10k miles on it.
Have just over 13k miles now.
Enjoy the ride!
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      11-14-2022, 11:03 AM   #8
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Thank you! Yes, I purchased it at BMW with 19K miles CPO last month, 10/2022; I paid 62K MSRP was 90K as equipped; I also bought an outstanding extended warranty with them to continue after the manufacturer's one ends at 50K for 3500. I haggled on the warranty price instead of the car.

2020 is the one I wanted could have gone with the LCI but there are
many things about this year and model I want to keep for years to come.
Fair price. Mine was $93k spec'd out with packages.
I paid $67k in Sept 2021 with 10k miles on it.
Have just over 13k miles now.
Enjoy the ride!
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Nah, LCI (shadowline) headlights win.
Wow you got a great deal!!! They have increased in value.

Any pics of yours? Thank you.
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Wow you got a great deal!!! They have increased in value.

Any pics of yours? Thank you.
Have a few in my profile that are open to everyone.
Click on my name and surf around.
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      11-15-2022, 05:23 PM   #10
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Any pics of yours? Thank you.
I'm assuming you were asking for shadowline headlight pics?
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I just dislike the pre LCI taillights , and those wheels although nice, have been around a long time.
LCI for me all day in terms of looks.

I'm not a super performance kind of person so I may be biased based on that. Either way it looks great.
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      11-22-2022, 05:24 PM   #12
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Very nice! Glastonbury? I'm in Griswold. Brought my 2019 home yesterday, can't imagine needing more power but I'm coming from a 2015 528. Night and day for a while.

Previous owner was into carbon fiber including some odd looking front effects, your car reminded me why I prefer clean vs these little additions.
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The 2020 M550i - I was lucky to find a fully equipped pre-LCI model with the upgraded engine. The 2020 M550i is the sweet spot for those who want the updated engine and idrive but dislike the changes of the LCI. I am happy the folks in Munich gave us the option. The adaptive halo adaptive lights are a-lot more attractive but aggressive than the LCI in my opinion.


4.4l V8 Twin Turbo 523 Hp 553 Lb-Ft Torque

Editions And Packages
S710 M Leather Steering Wheel
S715 M Aerodynamics Package
S754 M Rear Spoiler

Comfort And Interior Equipment
S403 Glass Roof, Electrical
S416 Roller Sun Visor, Rear Lateral
S423 Floor Mats Velours
S456 Comfort Seat With Memory
S465 Through-Loading System
S494 Seat Heating Driver/Passenger
S4AW Instrument Panel Sensatec
S4LG Fine-Wood Trim Dark Burled Walnut
S4T8 Outside Mirror With Auto Dip
S4U1 Ceramic Application, Control Elements
S4UR Ambient Interior Light


Multimedia
S610 Head-Up Display
S645 BMW US Radio
S655 Satellite Tuner
S688 Harman/Kardon Surround Sound System
S6AC Intelligent Emergency Call
S6AE Teleservices
S6AK Connected Drive Services
S6C4 Connected Package Professional
S6NW Telephony With Wireless Charging
S6U3 BMW Live Operating Area Professional
S6U8 BMW Gesture Control
S6WD WLAN Hotspot

Driver Assistance And Lightning
S534 Automatic Air Conditioning
S552 Adaptive LED Headlight
S575 Additional 12V Sockets
S5AC High-Beam Assistant
S5AL Active Protection
S5AP Decoding Anti-Glare High-Beam Assistant
S5AT Driving Assistant Plus
S5DN Parking Assistance System Plus
S5DS Emergency Release, Luggage Compartment


Wheels And [...]
Lotta features than the old one
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The 2020 M550i - I was lucky to find a fully equipped pre-LCI model with the upgraded engine. The 2020 M550i is the sweet spot for those who want the updated engine and idrive but dislike the changes of the LCI. I am happy the folks in Munich gave us the option. The adaptive halo adaptive lights are a-lot more attractive but aggressive than the LCI in my opinion.


4.4l V8 Twin Turbo 523 Hp 553 Lb-Ft Torque

Editions And Packages
S710 M Leather Steering Wheel
S715 M Aerodynamics Package
S754 M Rear Spoiler

Comfort And Interior Equipment
S403 Glass Roof, Electrical
S416 Roller Sun Visor, Rear Lateral
S423 Floor Mats Velours
S456 Comfort Seat With Memory
S465 Through-Loading System
S494 Seat Heating Driver/Passenger
S4AW Instrument Panel Sensatec
S4LG Fine-Wood Trim Dark Burled Walnut
S4T8 Outside Mirror With Auto Dip
S4U1 Ceramic Application, Control Elements
S4UR Ambient Interior Light


Multimedia
S610 Head-Up Display
S645 BMW US Radio
S655 Satellite Tuner
S688 Harman/Kardon Surround Sound System
S6AC Intelligent Emergency Call
S6AE Teleservices
S6AK Connected Drive Services
S6C4 Connected Package Professional
S6NW Telephony With Wireless Charging
S6U3 BMW Live Operating Area Professional
S6U8 BMW Gesture Control
S6WD WLAN Hotspot

Driver Assistance And Lightning
S534 Automatic Air Conditioning
S552 Adaptive LED Headlight
S575 Additional 12V Sockets
S5AC High-Beam Assistant
S5AL Active Protection
S5AP Decoding Anti-Glare High-Beam Assistant
S5AT Driving Assistant Plus
S5DN Parking Assistance System Plus
S5DS Emergency Release, Luggage Compartment


Wheels And Drive
S248 Steering Wheel Heater
S258 Tyres With Runflat Properties
S29X 20" M-Lmdp.-Sp, 668 M Mb/Notlauf
S2NH M Sport Brake
S2T4 M Sport Differential
S2TB Sport Automatic Gearbox
S2VB Tyre Pressure Display
S2VW M Sports Supension Professional

Environment And Safety
S302 Alarm System
S316 Automatic Trunk Lid Mechanism
S319 Integrated Universal Remote Control
S322 Comfort Access
S323 Soft-Close-Automatic Doors
S3DZ Omission Of Additional Lettering, Outer
S823 Hot-Climate Version
S840 High Speed Synchronisation
S842 Cold-Climate Version
S845 Acoustic Fasten Seat Belt Reminder
S850 Dummy-SALAPA
S853 Language Version, English
S8EK Dummy-SALAPA
S8KL Oil Service Interval 15,000 Km/12 Months
S8R9 Refrigerant R1234yf
S8S4 Decoding, Variable Light Distribution
S8SM Car Ident. Number Visible From Outside
S8TN Daytime Driv.lights Adjus.via Light Menu
S8TR Decoding Additional Functions

Individual Equipment
S760 High Gloss Shadow Line
S775 Headlining Anthracite

Other Equipment
S1CA Selection Of COP-Relevant Vehicles
S1CB CO2 Equipment
S925 Dummy-SALAPA
S9AA Outer Skin Protection
SA105 105 Ah AGM Battery
I know it's been a while since you posted this, but i just want to verify that your car has dynamic handling package (DHP) since it has S2VW, right? Thanks!
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I know it's been a while since you posted this, but i just want to verify that your car has dynamic handling package (DHP) since it has S2VW, right? Thanks!
Hello, Yes the Dynamic Handling Package which includes: Active Roll Stabilization, Adaptive M Suspension Professional, and the Integral Active Steering. I’ve been enjoying the ride.
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2020 is definitely my favorite year for the M550i. The only thing I think the LCI improved is the tail lights.

This is a great spec! Late congratulations, OP.
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Likewise, it is my favorite year. I was thinking of purchasing the OEM LCI taillights and coding them in. Still on the fence. Thoughts?
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