[PatrickC23]

Doing a search online this came up - I believe it was originated by a member here - AGS. I think this was back when there was confusion on the BMWUSA site with configurations (comfort access, ceramic brakes etc)

"Just so everyone is aware, the keyless start "half" of the Comfort Access we are familiar with on the E60 is now standard on all cars. It's a safety issue - peoples knees hitting the key in an accident. I confirmed this with the sales manager at my dealer. So what the Comfort Access option now gets you is the keyless entry "half" of the package."

Is this the case? If so, if you DO NOT get exec package, can you still drive without the key in ignition?