Sold my Z Got a M5

ImportConvert · 12-31-2010, 10:28 AM

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Originally Posted by tranceformer

is it really that bad with luxury cars? i never owned one so i really don't know for sure just how much it costs?

BMW service treats you like a king, but it is very expensive for them to touch the car. The parts don't cost a whole ton (well, some of them don't, and some do...), but the labor is killer.

Red__Zed · 12-31-2010, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by tranceformer

is it really that bad with luxury cars? i never owned one so i really don't know for sure just how much it costs?

Minor services are what will kill you. It's not terrible if you take the car in for normal things, but the kind of people that can't do 5 minute procedures on their own will feel it the most.

Labor rates are usually 10-15% higher per hour than non-premium brands, which isn't really that awful...it is just really apparent when you have a 5 minute job and they charge you the 1.5 hour minimum.

PR370z · 12-31-2010, 12:08 PM

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Originally Posted by zmyride

He is. Wait 6 months or until his 1st BMW service, and he will be back here again.

I do ALL my car maintenance myself, I dont trust no one with my cars specially this one. I plan on gettiing the BMW DIS scanner to t/shoot and fix everything myself. Here in PR if you take this car for service at the dealer is like asking to get raped!

jakoye · 12-31-2010, 10:36 AM

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Originally Posted by mick

nice but i thought people who approach middle age would want a 2 seater sports car

Ding, ding, ding!

You are correct, sir!

RCZ · 12-30-2010, 03:17 PM

Nice car, no torque, but nice

PR370z · 12-30-2010, 04:24 PM

Thanks guys, I really enjoy this car, as far as it not having torque, its good enough for me this thing will do 170 MPH (limited) really quick. When you pass 100 mph its when it gets really fast.

ImportConvert · 12-30-2010, 08:21 PM

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Originally Posted by PR370z

Thanks guys, I really enjoy this car, as far as it not having torque, its good enough for me this thing will do 170 MPH (limited) really quick. When you pass 100 mph its when it gets really fast.

I 100% agree. I raced one in my WS6 and was about even with it until I hit 4th gear, then it motored off and left my arse. Was about at 100 when the pull began, lol

Gratz!

PapoZalsa · 12-30-2010, 08:59 PM

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Originally Posted by ImportConvert

I 100% agree. I raced one in my WS6 and was about even with it until I hit 4th gear, then it motored off and left my arse. Was about at 100 when the pull began, lol

Gratz!

No street racing conversation allowed, forum rules.

Red__Zed · 12-30-2010, 09:08 PM

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Originally Posted by PapoZalsa

No racing conversation allowed, forum rules.

clearly it was on a track

ImportConvert · 12-30-2010, 09:48 PM

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Originally Posted by PapoZalsa

No street racing conversation allowed, forum rules.

I never said where it occured, but since you force the issue, clearly a drag strip.

ImportConvert · 09-26-2011, 10:10 AM

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Originally Posted by PR370z

Thanks guys, I really enjoy this car, as far as it not having torque, its good enough for me this thing will do 170 MPH (limited) really quick. When you pass 100 mph its when it gets really fast.

Having raced one when I drove a slow car, I can agree. 3rd gear I was not impressed. 4th gear (about when I hit 100 and shifted)...DAMN! He LEFT!

Congrats! They are absurd cars in every way.

c41006 · 12-30-2010, 04:31 PM

Congrats man glad you took my advice ( you may not remember me giving it to you but just know you took it )

PapoZalsa · 12-30-2010, 07:23 PM

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Originally Posted by PR370z

Just wanted to say farewell to you guys. During the time I had my Z a lot of you were a lo t of help. Im almost a my middle age and wanted to get a car I liked completely. I was able to purchase a 2008 BMW M5 (a beast), and this car suits me in every way. Its fast, comfortable, spacious, and has every luxury imaginable.

I bet Fortuño got your a$s in taxes! Congrats

Waiz · 12-30-2010, 11:49 PM

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Originally Posted by PapoZalsa

I bet Fortuño got your a$s in taxes! Congrats

+1 on Pixxors

OP was trying to trade his Z for a IS-F so I'm not surprised although slightly disappointed that he sold his Z.

kgreen · 12-30-2010, 07:31 PM

damnit i wish i could find something like that

12-30-2010, 04:24 PM	#6 (permalink)
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