Where to from here?

[RAArmstrong]

So... Last year I sold my E60 530d. Replaced it with an E90 320d. While the 320d is a great car it left me feeling a bit empty and it lacked what I really wanted from a car. Space and power. Effortless power.

So I traded the 320d for a W211 E320 CDI in the hopes that it would satisfy the need.

Really good car. However this exact example seems to be a bit of a lemon so I'm working with the dealer to either fix it or take it back. Either way I no longer want the car and will part ways with it.

So now I'm trying to figure out what next... I'm not really ready to go down the SUV/x5 route.

My heart is still pretty set on a 5er however 530d's are scarce. I'm not shopping in the F10 bracket right now... So I'm leaning towards a 550i right now

So if you were me... What next... I actually want something thats not a diesel for a change. I've only ever owned diesels. I want space and I want power. Consumption is not of a huge consideration as my current commute is fairly easy going...

Keen to see the thoughts here

 

[S1NGH 911]

Sorry to hear about your woes with the Merc.....

Given your budget and not being restricted to a tractor, I would get the 550i

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[Budleigh]

So youre looking for another E60? If you've had an E60, they're a known quantity. I've had my 550i for 2 years, and other than the routine BMW renewals that you'd expect, it's been trouble-free. So much so that it almost lacks a bit of character compared to the older cars. The fuel consumption isn't something I ever think about because it's so smooth and syrupy and wonderfully fast that I would struggle to move to a tractor (but I'm biased).

I think the F10 is a bit meh in comparison, even though it's an objective improvement in most ways (engine aside in the 550i). Wouldn't know what to replace mine with.

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[SylisM]

Sorry to hear about your woes with the Merc.....

Given your budget and not being restricted to a tractor, I would get the 550i

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[Nikhil]

550i in Msport trim

 

[RAArmstrong]

550i in Msport trim

I know your bias already :roflol::roflol:

Definitely think the 550 is the way to go

 

[AshG108]

550i in M-sport trim for sure, you in a good space to do it, YOLO bro :smilebounce:

 

[Wes]

Well, since you need a break from diesels and you are still young (relatively - it's Rob after all), why not an ///M?

 

[frs1]

You must try the f25 X3, either the 3.0d or the 3.5i, you will not regret, look at their specs, awesome, a really nice not to compact SUV. Same power as the X5 but about 350kg lighter.
Meet me somewhere and drive the car, I had 4 x 3.0d "X-drives"

 

[RAArmstrong]

You must try the f25 X3, either the 3.0d or the 3.5i, you will not regret, look at their specs, awesome, a really nice not to compact SUV. Same power as the X5 but about 350kg lighter.
Meet me somewhere and drive the car, I had 4 x 3.0d "X-drives"

I don't deny that they're epic cars. But right now I don't want to spend more than 200k... So that rules them out

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[nirvash]

My vote for what your asking also goes to the 550i, with the budget you mentioned you can get a very nice one and have enough for maintenance,
Petrol etc and have a huge smile on your face, do it!!

 

[MikeR]

mgwaiting: your first mistake - 530d to 320d :dunnoanymore: :thumbdo:

look at this baby - take it for a test drive -- https://www.bmwfanatics.co.za/showthread.php?tid=84979

you will be very surprised what these guys are capable of and the drive is awesome. :fencelook:

 

[Twinz]

You said it 550i :thumbs: in E or Feseries.

I was driven in the eseries and was impressed with the comfort, space and effortless power. The Feseries 550i i drove and wanted one really bad afterwards...so much power there.

My only issue was they big cars (or feel big)...

 

[RAArmstrong]

mgwaiting: your first mistake - 530d to 320d :dunnoanymore: :thumbdo:

look at this baby - take it for a test drive -- https://www.bmwfanatics.co.za/showthread.php?tid=84979

you will be very surprised what these guys are capable of and the drive is awesome. :fencelook:

Yeah no it was a mistake. Not to knock the 3er... Its a hugely entertaining drive from a cornering/handling perspective. She's light on her feet and nimble but not what I'm wanting....

As much as a V12 7er is an epic idea. I really cant handle the styling of the pre facelift E65

 

[AdiS]

Seems you have a consensus


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[msm]

Throwing this out there for your consideration - a 4th Gen Lexus GS350. Prices are around R250k+ though, which might just be over your budget, but no turbos, so you should save in the long run.

 

[cOlDFuSiOn]

I think that 760li is a great bargain just to own a V12 and park it in one of the garages raise:

I think to the main question though, 550i should be nice what about a 645i or 650i?

Personally I would buy an X5! 4.8is :thumbs:

 

[maleven-GP]

I think that 760li is a great bargain just to own a V12 and park it in one of the garages raise:

I think to the main question though, 550i should be nice what about a 645i or 650i?

Personally I would buy an X5! 4.8is

I'm with you on the 650i.. not so popular and the prices have dropped significantly.. unless the 550i is Msport!!

 

[RAArmstrong]

6er isnt an option. 4 doors is a must

 

[Dewald Basson]

E39 540i, dooooo ieeettt