F10 550I LCI or 2017 G30 540I

BKPark · 03-28-2022, 08:23 AM

Hello,

I have been debating purchasing between 2017 G30 540i Msport package and 2016 F10 550i Fully optioned with the 3rd party warranty. which one would you guys recommend? both cars have 52-54K miles.

Any advice would be appreciated!

Joe-BMW33 · 03-28-2022, 10:35 AM

As much as I loved my F10, the G30 is far superior in terms of fit, finish and technology. The interior quality of the G30 is head and shoulders above the F10. Plus, the F10 is looking dated. In a year or so, the F10 will be two generations behind.

I had a 535xi, but you may want to do some homework on the N63 in the 2016. If it is a TU2 then you are probably OK (I think it is), but the N63TU was very problematic.

The only way I would consider the F10 550i is if it was a 6 speed, which is rare.

BKPark · 03-28-2022, 11:13 AM

I have been researching about N63TU that's why I want to get the 3rd party extended warranty which is from Carmax

AP · 03-28-2022, 11:18 AM

Whilst I've not owned a f10 550, I did have a f10 530d and now have a g30 540ixdrive

Echo comments that the g30 is a better car.
Difficult to put my finger on any one thing but everything just feels that bit better.

Looks wise I think the g30 is a better looking car even if it's regarded as an evolution of the f10

Not sure what market you are in but there is obviously the g30 550 aswell but in pre LCI models , looks like it was not available for right hand drive markets

I3LaZeN · 03-28-2022, 11:23 AM

I'd go for the G30 540i as its a newer look as mentioned. The features updated is worth it to me. In terms of power, not much needed to get the 540 to 550 power.

Im also a bit biased as I own a g30 so yea lol.

Got any pics of your two options?

Joe-BMW33 · 03-28-2022, 11:42 AM

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Originally Posted by I3LaZeN

In terms of power, not much needed to get the 540 to 550 power.

and not much needed to get the M550 to M5 power

H_T · 03-28-2022, 12:34 PM

Although I have a G30 m550, between the 2 options I would go for the G30 even with the warranty. I don't want to be down in the case of an engine event on the older n63's and worry about dealing with the warranty.

I think this is the 540 model without the "mild hybrid" complexity.

BKPark · 03-28-2022, 12:44 PM

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Originally Posted by I3LaZeN

I'd go for the G30 540i as its a newer look as mentioned. The features updated is worth it to me. In terms of power, not much needed to get the 540 to 550 power.

Im also a bit biased as I own a g30 so yea lol.

Got any pics of your two options?

https://www.carmax.com/car/21759365
https://www.carmax.com/car/21753034
Here are the cars i have been considering

Kriz2fer · 03-28-2022, 04:54 PM

Wouldn’t even consider a f10 way to old. The older g30 are looking dated now. Get the newest car you can afford.

BKPark · 03-28-2022, 05:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Kriz2fer

Wouldn’t even consider a f10 way to old. The older g30 are looking dated now. Get the newest car you can afford.

what would you recommend? my budget is 43k

Joe-BMW33 · 03-28-2022, 05:18 PM

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Originally Posted by BKPark

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Originally Posted by Kriz2fer

Wouldn't even consider a f10 way to old. The older g30 are looking dated now. Get the newest car you can afford.

what would you recommend? my budget is 43k

Stick with the G30 540 search. You can definitely score a '17 Sport for that budget. Maybe an '18.

Cabbage · 03-28-2022, 06:37 PM

Skip the G30 540i because it has the M stripped grille…

In all seriousness, I would say go for the G30 540i because of its lower mileage as well as the new features and feel. I have a 2011 F10 Pre-LCI 535xi before going to the 2021 G30 LCI M550xi, and I noticed the superb increases in quality and technology. I have a friend who owns a 2019 G30 Pre-LCI, and the 6 cylinder is super smooth, with honestly a good amount of power. You can drive that thing like a brute, and still have a fun time.

Edit: I just spun the car around and noticed that it said 540iM. It had an M badge after 540i…

ezaircon4jc · 03-28-2022, 06:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Cabbage

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Edit: I just spun the car around and noticed that it said 540iM. It had an M badge after 540i…

Who would do that? At least put it where it "belongs" for an M-Sport, before the model designation.

Joe-BMW33 · 03-28-2022, 07:53 PM

Yep, the prior owner of that 540 was definitely a tacky cheese ball. Good god.

BKPark · 03-28-2022, 08:05 PM

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Originally Posted by BKPark

what would you recommend? my budget is 43k

yeah, I am leaning to G30

BKPark · 03-28-2022, 08:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cabbage

Skip the G30 540i because it has the M stripped grille…

In all seriousness, I would say go for the G30 540i because of its lower mileage as well as the new features and feel. I have a 2011 F10 Pre-LCI 535xi before going to the 2021 G30 LCI M550xi, and I noticed the superb increases in quality and technology. I have a friend who owns a 2019 G30 Pre-LCI, and the 6 cylinder is super smooth, with honestly a good amount of power. You can drive that thing like a brute, and still have a fun time.

Edit: I just spun the car around and noticed that it said 540iM. It had an M badge after 540i…

If I purchased the car I will remove the badge and grill, or should I just skip it? I like the car because it's on my budget with the third party warranty.

Cabbage · 03-28-2022, 08:19 PM

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Originally Posted by BKPark

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cabbage

Skip the G30 540i because it has the M stripped grille…

In all seriousness, I would say go for the G30 540i because of its lower mileage as well as the new features and feel. I have a 2011 F10 Pre-LCI 535xi before going to the 2021 G30 LCI M550xi, and I noticed the superb increases in quality and technology. I have a friend who owns a 2019 G30 Pre-LCI, and the 6 cylinder is super smooth, with honestly a good amount of power. You can drive that thing like a brute, and still have a fun time.

Edit: I just spun the car around and noticed that it said 540iM. It had an M badge after 540i…

If I purchased the car I will remove the badge and grill, or should I just skip it? I like the car because it's on my budget with the third party warranty.

PLEASE remove it! It shouldn't be much of a hassle. Shouldn't take more than a couple minutes.

BKPark · 03-28-2022, 08:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Cabbage

PLEASE remove it! It shouldn't be much of a hassle. Shouldn't take more than a couple minutes.

Lmao Yea I will delete it, but I am really scared that the previous owner abused the car. the badge and grill are a red flag

Cabbage · 03-28-2022, 08:50 PM

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Originally Posted by BKPark

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cabbage

PLEASE remove it! It shouldn't be much of a hassle. Shouldn't take more than a couple minutes.

Lmao Yea I will delete it, but I am really scared that the previous owner abused the car. the badge and grill are a red flag

You could buy a car health monitor. It plugs into the OBD port and tells you every little piece of information about the car's health.

H_T · 03-28-2022, 08:57 PM

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Originally Posted by BKPark

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cabbage

PLEASE remove it! It shouldn't be much of a hassle. Shouldn't take more than a couple minutes.

Lmao Yea I will delete it, but I am really scared that the previous owner abused the car. the badge and grill are a red flag

I was thinking the same exact thing when I saw the pics, skip both cars and keep looking, expand the search area you have a chance at scoring a better deal.

NGT2 · 03-28-2022, 09:02 PM

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Originally Posted by BKPark

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cabbage

PLEASE remove it! It shouldn't be much of a hassle. Shouldn't take more than a couple minutes.

Lmao Yea I will delete it, but I am really scared that the previous owner abused the car. the badge and grill are a red flag

My thought exactly

NGT2 · 03-28-2022, 09:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cabbage

Quote:

Originally Posted by BKPark

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cabbage

PLEASE remove it! It shouldn't be much of a hassle. Shouldn't take more than a couple minutes.

Lmao Yea I will delete it, but I am really scared that the previous owner abused the car. the badge and grill are a red flag

You could buy a car health monitor. It plugs into the OBD port and tells you every little piece of information about the car's health.

Please elaborate…

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BKPark New Member 6 Rep 20 Posts Drives: 2011 128i Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: IL iTrader: (0)	F10 550I LCI or 2017 G30 540I Hello, I have been debating purchasing between 2017 G30 540i Msport package and 2016 F10 550i Fully optioned with the 3rd party warranty. which one would you guys recommend? both cars have 52-54K miles. Any advice would be appreciated! Last edited by BKPark; 03-28-2022 at 08:33 AM..
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Joe-BMW33 Major General 7338 Rep 6,749 Posts Drives: '18 M550i\|'21 X5\|'03 540i Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: Boston iTrader: (1) Garage List 2013 VW Tiguan [0.00] 2015 Infiniti QX60 [0.00] 2021 BMW X5 [0.00] 2003 BMW 540i [0.00] 2018 BMW M550 [10.00]	As much as I loved my F10, the G30 is far superior in terms of fit, finish and technology. The interior quality of the G30 is head and shoulders above the F10. Plus, the F10 is looking dated. In a year or so, the F10 will be two generations behind. I had a 535xi, but you may want to do some homework on the N63 in the 2016. If it is a TU2 then you are probably OK (I think it is), but the N63TU was very problematic. The only way I would consider the F10 550i is if it was a 6 speed, which is rare. __________________ 2018 M550ix\|Carbon Black\|Dinan Modifications\|2003 540i\|Jet Black\|M-Sport\|2021 X5 Mineral White Prior BMW's: 1987 325e\|1993 740i\|1998 740il\|2001 530i\|2002 745li\|2007 750li\|2006 750li\|2001 530i\|2012 535xi\|
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AP Major General 2783 Rep 5,095 Posts Drives: G30 M550 Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Whilst I've not owned a f10 550, I did have a f10 530d and now have a g30 540ixdrive Echo comments that the g30 is a better car. Difficult to put my finger on any one thing but everything just feels that bit better. Looks wise I think the g30 is a better looking car even if it's regarded as an evolution of the f10 Not sure what market you are in but there is obviously the g30 550 aswell but in pre LCI models , looks like it was not available for right hand drive markets
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I3LaZeN Lieutenant 505 Rep 501 Posts Drives: BMW G30 540i Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: NY iTrader: (0)	I'd go for the G30 540i as its a newer look as mentioned. The features updated is worth it to me. In terms of power, not much needed to get the 540 to 550 power. Im also a bit biased as I own a g30 so yea lol. Got any pics of your two options?
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H_T Second Lieutenant 152 Rep 287 Posts Drives: 2021 m550i Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: Florida iTrader: (0) Garage List 2021 BMW m550i [0.00]	Although I have a G30 m550, between the 2 options I would go for the G30 even with the warranty. I don't want to be down in the case of an engine event on the older n63's and worry about dealing with the warranty. I think this is the 540 model without the "mild hybrid" complexity.
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Cabbage Lieutenant 626 Rep 587 Posts Drives: 2021 BMW M550i xDrive Sedan Join Date: Dec 2020 Location: New York iTrader: (0) Garage List 2024 BMW 540i xDriv ... [10.00]	Skip the G30 540i because it has the M stripped grille… In all seriousness, I would say go for the G30 540i because of its lower mileage as well as the new features and feel. I have a 2011 F10 Pre-LCI 535xi before going to the 2021 G30 LCI M550xi, and I noticed the superb increases in quality and technology. I have a friend who owns a 2019 G30 Pre-LCI, and the 6 cylinder is super smooth, with honestly a good amount of power. You can drive that thing like a brute, and still have a fun time. Edit: I just spun the car around and noticed that it said 540iM. It had an M badge after 540i… __________________ 2024 BMW 540i xDrive Sedan (G60) (Carbon Black Metallic/Black Veganza)
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