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Hi guys, looking at a loaded 2020 m550 ($95k) pre lci with 27k miles, and wondering if I should look for a lci one and jump on this one?
What's are the cons? I know a few options won't be on the pre lci like AA, iDrive and TU2. Thank you! |
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If you look for an LCI, what features that are not in the pre-LCI are you looking for? Supply chain issues during the early LCI phase resulted in a loss of options for some MY21/22 models. I think MY23 onwards they are back. Lots of info on this forum in that regard if you do a search.
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Isn’t there this exact thread a few down?
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This one would have the TU3 and iDrive 7 but I believe there would not be android auto, which I like. |
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There's definitely android auto which I have in my car. There's a dealer software update that can load it into the system if you don't see it from the get-go. Under warranty, the update can be requested for free. After that, the dealer might ask for a fee.
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That's great to know and makes me feel better about the 2020 models. Appreciate it!
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Can you post some specs? DHP? Bowers stereo? Nappa/Merino? Drive assist?
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Mine is Champaign Quartz Metallic, Black Nappa leather, 19” 664M wheels. I have all that same equipment. Mine and that one are both missing Alcantara headliner and leather dash. That’s about it. I really like the dynamic handling package. But some don’t, so I’d drive it first. Even better if you can drive one with and without. I’m unusual in that I really like it but also would take one without it. Most people are extreme one way or another. I test drove one without and then bought mine with DHP, sight unseen without a test drive. All worked out. It makes the turning radius better in parking lots and makes the ride really really nice in town. It corners pretty flat, like it’s on a rail. But some feel the high speed lane change with rear steering is odd. I do not. Also, while it handles great and reduces body roll, some also feel it is simultaneously less connected to the road. One poster described it as a magic carpet on rails. That describes it well enough. Try to check the service history, obviously, but that mileage is pretty good. Here is a picture of mine. It’s my favorite car I’ve ever owned.
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Where are you located? You have a list of “must have” options?
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I got mine from Sears Imports up there. BMW of Minnetonka gets decent cars. They might help you find one.
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I'm familiar with both of these. BMW of Minnetonka is great and I got a good service guy there. I may reach to a sales guy and let them know what I'm looking for and maybe they can help. I'm also thinking to wait a few years since mine is still running strong and may regret selling her. At the same time the good ones may be hard to find especially in LCI, so kinda stuck right now.
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I do like the LCI a little more since they may age slightly better IMO. The only issue is, 21 and 22 had many options removed due to the chip shortage but hopefully this didn't affect the american market that much. I'm thinking 23 models may keep their value better since they are the last m550 but who knows. Maybe everyone will go electric 😃
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