2014 M5 European Delivery

dave7002 · 07-05-2014, 03:25 PM

Just back from a June 27th delivery. Picked up the new M5, my first, and had a fantastic trip. Enjoyed with my wife and 11 year old son, who perhaps enjoyed the delivery process more than I did. If anyone out there questions the value of the European Delivery, I would highly recommend. Thanks to Al Ennes at United BMW for his great assist. We even took two laps around the delivery floor of the Welt before driving down the circular departure drive!

After flying into Paris, taking the TGV to Munich and delivery, and then on to Austria, Venice, Lake Como, Lake Lucerne, and finally Zurich for the drop-off and return to Atlanta from Zurich. Wonderful 11 days, 9 nights of driving the M5. In total 1265 km, and can't wait for it to arrive. My 2012 740i was waiting at the airport, and it seems so simple and plain compared to the M5.

Here are a few photos of our trip.

elitex · 07-05-2014, 04:58 PM

Very nice! Congrats.

Axelf · 07-05-2014, 05:23 PM

looks like you got a good run out in your new beast........ congrats and enjoy the car....

PhilT3 · 07-05-2014, 05:36 PM

Congrats bud! I took delivery 3 days after you.
We flew into Munich, delivery, Salzburg, Murnau, Lindau, Lucerne... Now hitting Strasbourg... Then onto the 'Ring and then drop off in Frankfurt on the 10th and fly out on the 11th.
The wait for redelivery is going to be BRUTAL. My daily driver is a 2012 Infiniti M37x. It was my wife's, but she needed to take my X5 for her job so I am stuck with a very feminine Infiniti. Oh well... First-world problems I guess! Lol

bimmer-boy · 07-05-2014, 07:01 PM

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Originally Posted by PhilT3

Congrats bud! I took delivery 3 days after you.
We flew into Munich, delivery, Salzburg, Murnau, Lindau, Lucerne... Now hitting Strasbourg... Then onto the 'Ring and then drop off in Frankfurt on the 10th and fly out on the 11th.
The wait for redelivery is going to be BRUTAL. My daily driver is a 2012 Infiniti M37x. It was my wife's, but she needed to take my X5 for her job so I am stuck with a very feminine Infiniti. Oh well... First-world problems I guess! Lol

Congrats to you both!

What colour is that? Space grey?

K900 NY · 07-05-2014, 08:45 PM

Congrats. Great spec.

ED is an awesome experience. And the car is really special.

I picked up my MCB M5 on June 2. I went for the Sakhir Orange interior. It arrived in NY last Wednesday. Waiting for it to go thru customs and USDA inspection, then VPC. (I also have a little damage that needs to be fixed).

The redelivery wait is excruciating, but ultimately, rewarding (I expect/ hope/ pray).

dave7002 · 07-05-2014, 08:52 PM

Nice color combo. June 2-July 5, not bad at all. Enjoy!

Bluehorseshoe · 07-05-2014, 09:06 PM

Congrats to you both. Space Gray is a classy color Phil.

RPiM5 · 07-05-2014, 09:28 PM

Congrats to the OP and all you guys. Glad to hear about some people taking delivery of an M5 for a change. Lol!

M6-Coupe · 07-05-2014, 09:33 PM

Congrats guys

pochesq · 07-05-2014, 09:36 PM

Enjoy!

stealth.pilot · 07-05-2014, 09:53 PM

Congratulations. Monte Carlo Blue is still one of my all time favorites. The color really epitomizes the spirit of BMW Motorsport in my opinion.

K900 NY · 07-05-2014, 10:05 PM

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Originally Posted by dave7002

Nice color combo. June 2-July 5, not bad at all. Enjoy!

Do you think you'll get on the MV Integrity or the MV Torrens? Should put your M Fumpf in Brunswick July 23 or July 27. Zurich seems to be one of the drop offs that expedite transport to Bremerhaven......

Spinny02 · 07-06-2014, 12:11 AM

Looking good and congrats on your purchase.

dave7002 · 07-06-2014, 03:12 AM

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Originally Posted by K900 NY

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Originally Posted by dave7002

Nice color combo. June 2-July 5, not bad at all. Enjoy!

Do you think you'll get on the MV Integrity or the MV Torrens? Should put your M Fumpf in Brunswick July 23 or July 27. Zurich seems to be one of the drop offs that expedite transport to Bremerhaven......

Unknown. Haven't done any research as yet but either would be good. Zurich drop was very smooth.

dave7002 · 07-06-2014, 07:22 AM

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Originally Posted by stealth.pilot

Congratulations. Monte Carlo Blue is still one of my all time favorites. The color really epitomizes the spirit of BMW Motorsport in my opinion.

Thanks for your earlier post on your trip. It was inspiring.

dave7002 · 07-06-2014, 07:28 AM

A few more photos from the trip and for those on the fence regarding European Delivery. BTW the full leather is a must!

PhilT3 · 07-06-2014, 05:46 PM

Agreed on the Full Leather. It's important for me so the car doesn't feel like a 528 inside.

M5KRZI · 07-06-2014, 06:25 PM

congrats guys!! wishing you both a speedy re delivery!!

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variable229 · 07-09-2014, 03:00 AM

Do you know if there was a place to store your luggage or baby car seat at the BMW Welt? My delivery was scheduled for 2pm, but I wanted to tour the factory and museum without hauling my baby car seat around.

M6-Coupe · 07-09-2014, 03:04 AM

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Originally Posted by PhilT3

Agreed on the Full Leather. It's important for me so the car doesn't feel like a 528 inside.

Agreed. The best money you can spend!

krispykreme · 07-09-2014, 06:00 AM

Full leather is good when is brand new.

To keep it looking pristine is pain the ass.

I had it on E60. But learned my lesson. I really don't have the time nor desire to put leather protectant once every 2 weeks.

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dave7002 Private 9 Rep 51 Posts Drives: 2014 M5 Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Birmingham, AL iTrader: (0)	2014 M5 European Delivery Just back from a June 27th delivery. Picked up the new M5, my first, and had a fantastic trip. Enjoyed with my wife and 11 year old son, who perhaps enjoyed the delivery process more than I did. If anyone out there questions the value of the European Delivery, I would highly recommend. Thanks to Al Ennes at United BMW for his great assist. We even took two laps around the delivery floor of the Welt before driving down the circular departure drive! After flying into Paris, taking the TGV to Munich and delivery, and then on to Austria, Venice, Lake Como, Lake Lucerne, and finally Zurich for the drop-off and return to Atlanta from Zurich. Wonderful 11 days, 9 nights of driving the M5. In total 1265 km, and can't wait for it to arrive. My 2012 740i was waiting at the airport, and it seems so simple and plain compared to the M5. Here are a few photos of our trip. Attached Images
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PhilT3 6'0 / 250lb 136 Rep 1,797 Posts Drives: 2014 M5 Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: NW Philly Suburb iTrader: (0)	Congrats bud! I took delivery 3 days after you. We flew into Munich, delivery, Salzburg, Murnau, Lindau, Lucerne... Now hitting Strasbourg... Then onto the 'Ring and then drop off in Frankfurt on the 10th and fly out on the 11th. The wait for redelivery is going to be BRUTAL. My daily driver is a 2012 Infiniti M37x. It was my wife's, but she needed to take my X5 for her job so I am stuck with a very feminine Infiniti. Oh well... First-world problems I guess! Lol Attached Images __________________ Build: '14 M5 - Space Gray / Full Sakhir Orange / Alum Trace / Black 343's / Exec / Driver Assist / LED Mods: SunTek CXP tint - Vinyl-wrapped door handle chrome - Macht Schnell 12mm spacers - Pedalhaus pedals - iND Cosmetic Package - Polished 90mm exh tips - Coded by v12 - 21" HRE S107's polished lip/black center
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dave7002 Private 9 Rep 51 Posts Drives: 2014 M5 Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Birmingham, AL iTrader: (0)	A few more photos from the trip and for those on the fence regarding European Delivery. BTW the full leather is a must! Attached Images
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PhilT3 6'0 / 250lb 136 Rep 1,797 Posts Drives: 2014 M5 Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: NW Philly Suburb iTrader: (0)	Agreed on the Full Leather. It's important for me so the car doesn't feel like a 528 inside. __________________ Build: '14 M5 - Space Gray / Full Sakhir Orange / Alum Trace / Black 343's / Exec / Driver Assist / LED Mods: SunTek CXP tint - Vinyl-wrapped door handle chrome - Macht Schnell 12mm spacers - Pedalhaus pedals - iND Cosmetic Package - Polished 90mm exh tips - Coded by v12 - 21" HRE S107's polished lip/black center
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variable229 Private First Class 23 Rep 161 Posts Drives: M5 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Southern California iTrader: (0)	Do you know if there was a place to store your luggage or baby car seat at the BMW Welt? My delivery was scheduled for 2pm, but I wanted to tour the factory and museum without hauling my baby car seat around.
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