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lol also make sure not to go with 20's if you are in NYC.
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11-10-2022, 07:18 AM | #24 |
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We spec'd and purchased a fully loaded 540. I am a track junky and briefly considered an M550 there just no real need for all hp/tq on a street driven car.
Add in the consumables of the larger motor and it just didn't make sense. We're fine with the 540. 80mph and 34 mpg works just fine. |
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11-10-2022, 07:49 AM | #25 |
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Not sure, because I have not sat for extended periods on Nappa seats w/o the lux seating package, but my car's seats do not feel uncomfortable at all. I took a 9h road trip a few weeks ago and it was a very comfortable place to be...no aches or discomfort.
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11-10-2022, 07:50 AM | #26 | |
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As others have said, the biggest reason for going with the M550i is that V8. That torque feels amazing! For reference, I too drove the 540i and it was pretty quick. But it was very close to my Audi A6, they're around the same power wise. I also went through the options indecision, but at the end a couple of K here and there when spending close to $100k... I ended up saying fuck it and got them all! Have you secured an allocation yet? |
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11-10-2022, 08:09 AM | #27 |
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It's a fun dilemma to have and one I may seemingly be in as well down the line when prices hopefully come back to "normal" and there are actually 550's in my area to test drive.
I really am only looking at a couple factors here and they would be price, and if the difference in the 550 premium puts any strain on your finances. Gas. You'll probably get about 8-10/mpgs less with the 550 so if that's no bother thats another box checked. And straight line power. The additional torque you will for sure notice on acceleration but I wouldn't say it's mind blowingly different between the 540 in sport. Once you hit cruising speed there's really no diff. And the handling on the 540 is absolutely superb for any "racecar" situations you put yourself in on the street. I'm just about a year in and can't say I have any buyers remorse on my 540. Like many above said that extra power never hurt anyone but for daily driving situations I wouldn't say your conceding much going with the 540 v 550. Good luck!
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I think your right. I'll just get them all. I'd only not have the extra seat functions if they caused worse comfort. |
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You in NY? I can plug you into who I've dealt with. Great guy. Also someone else I used for my x3 - also great. But only has 2.25 off on the m550 right now |
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To the OP, Get the V8…you won't be able to get them anymore. As far as price difference and insurance cost, I pay more for my Lexus RX 350 than I do on the M550i… Probably because of all the safety features built-in. At the end of the day, i'm assuming you're going to continue to get raises at work and continue to grow in your career, spend the money. I don't know any M550i owners that thought, "I should've bought the 540". However I do know M550i owners that thought, "I should've bought the M5" |
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Nope Chicago. If I was looking for a car, I'd hop on the boat to NY
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I'm just trying to finalize build spec now. Trying to decide on DHP and if the massage / venting mechanics have any adverse effects on comfort. Can anyone post some pics I'm between skyscraper grey, dark graphite and just black sapphire. Shadowline trim on all. |
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Are you in NYC or NY State? Last edited by BMW012; 11-10-2022 at 10:47 AM.. |
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11-10-2022, 10:38 AM | #40 |
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Previously owned a 2017 540 msport and now have a 2022 550. The 550 puts a smile on my face every day I'm behind the wheel.
I did not get the massaging seats for the 550, had them in the 540 and not really worth the money. However, luxury seating with ventilation is a must have for me. I would highly suggest Bowers and Wilkins if it is available, the Harman Kardon in my 2022 plain sucks compared to the HK in my 2017. |
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Pulling the trigger on one is the hard part. My x3 is DGM and when I saw a 550 on that I liked it a lot. The lines don't exactly pop in the same way on the lighter cars. But I am hesitant to just repeat my color First time buyer I'm getting DGM no questions as I already did haha |
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11-10-2022, 11:42 AM | #43 |
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Different amp I think
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Skyscraper is lighter and almost silver as opposed to gray: Maybe I little boring but probably easy to maintain. Black is black. It's got metallic flakes, so not jet black. But still going to show dirt and swirls more than others. DGM is what I have. I love it. Very dark gray with almost a purple-ish hue to it. Changes shades in different light. Really need to see in person if you can. The configurator isn't not accurate at all for that color. At night, it's almost black. These are all pictures of my DGM 540 in different conditions.
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