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    Nice - ping him again and let him know that we're a mixed bunch and would welcome him (and his cars) I think the price is reasonable considering the condition and it is/will be a special interest vehicle in the same way a m535i e28 is. Do agree that original wheels, some ACS or Style 37 M-parallels would suit better.
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    @Barryn that engine bay rivals yours
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    http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.aspx?id=1290962923 154KMs, $9K - current owner has had it since 1998! Looks like it has been looked after super well. This needs to go to a good home.Wonder if it is a member's car? Owner's name is Don.... - Engine M30 blueprinted to original spec at 145,000 miles Engine reconditioned , All components from http://www.mahle.com/ HPC coating ( Engine cover, manifold, Oil filter housing, water-pump housing) M5 18" wheels Infinity Component Ref 5.25" 50.7 rear and front Speakers Alarm
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    Looks beaut - GLWS!
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    Love the colour! Hope it goes to a good home. [Pics added]
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    I feel so stupid. I could have put one of those badges on the 545i and had instant M5. Why did I have to make it so complicated?
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    Not sure. I like it on the black E60 - unsure on silver. Hmmm...prob good.
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    Welcome - man that must have been frustrating! And the 4 pipes must have been an aftermarket exhaust right? Glad you are OK after getting punted by a truck!!
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    Sounds like a long weekend job I'm expecting it to be *much* shinier than ever when I see it!!!
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    All's fair eh Congrats on your purchase. FYI - road trip to Ngawi this Sunday, and coffee meet Saturday 22nd April. Hope you can make one or both. Have tagged you on both conversations.
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    Hi all - having just acquired @treone's awesome E60 M5 I'm wondering about the best place to get a bonkers vehicle like this serviced. I've been a loyal customer of Driscoll Motors on Walter Street for longer than I care to remember. They're a good bunch and service all makes and models including plenty of euros (inc this M5 BTW - and some AMGs) - but a specialist they are not. By default I'll keep going there and another bonus is that they are familiar with Autosure/Vero and have made sure my policies are being used when they can/should. They have done a solid job with my E53 X5 and E60 545i - only thing that they couldn't sort was troubleshooting/replacing the iDrive on the E60 and they don't have the BMW detail module for the AutoLogic code scanner (provides some more detailed explanation of the codes). So - interested in your thoughts and recommendations - what (if anything) would I gain by switching and using somebody like Page European etc? Cheers, Pete
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    Congrats on the job! Reckon we set up a coffee/beer meet for the 22nd/23rd April.
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    Damn Just not good. Another classic bites the dust.
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    Beaut! GLWS
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    That's a bit 'o data! Stacks up very well doesn't it
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    I only checked in with BMW NZ re airbag recalls - and it was all clear This is still my favourite pic of the 545i:
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    That really is a beaut. I don't think E39s get any better than that without stepping into an M5. Really hope that goes to a forum member - especially a Welly one ? GLWS!
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    Dominos is right Super glad it has gone to a good home after pouring in $$ to get it (mostly) the way it should be. After zooming around in it with Richard I had to go drive the M5 (just before midnight ) to remind myself why I had changed. I agree re being careful with the DD - maybe go for the OEM MSport flavour as that should be a known good combination.
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    I just ordered a new key for my E60 M5 From Winger (formerly Jeff Gray) BMW today - $445 from Germany and coded to the vehicle. More than I like to pay for what is quite a basic thing - but not as bad as some other brands/dealers by the looks of things.
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    Hellbm E39 M5

    TermiPeteNZ replied to HELLBM's topic in Showroom

    Beautiful! Agree colour and interior rock.
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    Wow - I missed this thread Bit slow... Owning both an E60 545i non-MSport Dynamic Drive, and an E53 4.4i SportPac on 20" massive wheels (rears are 315s!) here's what I think: I mostly do urban driving with bits of motorway and occasional longer trips 545i is somewhat more fuel efficient at ~14l/100KM and on long distance has averaged <10. X5 urban sits around 17l/100KM and when mixed with some longer distance sits around 15 545i is much faster and handles much better X5 goes pretty damned well and handles well too - all things considered. My brother who has a Toyota Vanguard (stretched RAV 4) thought it was epic by comparison - as you would hope of course. the X5 has a standard quad exhaust that sounds great while the 545i is quiet and refined and needs RPMs to bring out the beautiful sound it can make. Just replaced the front tyres on the X5 275/40x20 RH06 at $400 per corner - decent Hankooks My kids like the M5 most, then the X5, then the 545i. Driving experience is M5>545i>X5. Both vehicles are very safe and great for long distance driving. The E53 X5 was tops safety wise in the Aussie Monash University safety research. The reason I'd go to an E70 would be 7-seat flexibility - and I'd want a MSport. - Pete
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    The white would look amazing brand new but it just can't say that way Filth happens.
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    Love these in blue and looks great with M6 wheels - but I think the white interiors look better with the wood trim rather than the silver/alu. Always seem to be a good spread of performance vehicles on the mainland http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.aspx?id=1279490922 $31K 119KMs NZ GPS HUD Has had clutch done and SMG actuator replaced Modified exhaust
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    Welcome and congrats on the purchase John! Love the colour combination ... super keen to drive an E39 and compare it to my E60 Enjoy!!!!
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    I hadn't looked at the DTMs - and yes they do look good Yes the M5 was a very good deal - the seller has a number of performance vehicles and other priorities came up so it made sense for him. As he has also explained on the other thread he is also planning for his next experience and an E39 M5 looks like candidate #1 I totally wrestled with the purchase - 'Sensible Pete' vs 'Live life like you meant it Pete' Guess who won!!!
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