What would you do if you lived in New England

Rohardi · 08-30-2012, 07:46 PM

I am debating what to do in the spring. I have 2 ideas and I was looking for some input. Things to consider. I will only have one car so it will be a daily driver. I also live in New England so I will be driving in the snow.

Option 1 order a 2013 M5 for Euro delivery in the spring drive it year round.

Option 2 Order a 2013 550 M-Sport Xdrive and a 2013 Ducati 1199 Panigale S. The 550 will be great for New England and bike will be the go fast toy. Not that the 550 is slow by any means.But the bike will sit in the garage all winter and not be used.

Opinions????

perez515 · 08-30-2012, 08:14 PM

I've ordered my M5 and it'll be here in two - three weeks...but I also have a Ducati 1198. I think you could have the M5 and the Panigale, I plan on a Panigale as well...but next year. I want to get next year's model so they have time to work out the kinks.

bobblehead · 08-30-2012, 08:52 PM

M5.

Just stay home and chill out on those really big snowy days ...

Bmill · 08-30-2012, 09:31 PM

This will be my third M5. All have been driven 364 days a year. Maybe one day a year it is a issue with the right snow tires.

Did I mention it is really cold, snowy and icy in Minnesota?

MMC2489 · 08-31-2012, 06:18 AM

Get the M5 and a P.O.S. Subaru for the snowy days. Most of the car guys I know have a "Winter Beater".

727jbh · 08-31-2012, 06:33 AM

Get the M5 and move to Florida.

Rohardi · 08-31-2012, 12:27 PM

I think my GF would rather I get the M5.

mwlmd · 08-31-2012, 12:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rohardi

I am debating what to do in the spring. I have 2 ideas and I was looking for some input. Things to consider. I will only have one car so it will be a daily driver. I also live in New England so I will be driving in the snow.

Option 1 order a 2013 M5 for Euro delivery in the spring drive it year round.

Option 2 Order a 2013 550 M-Sport Xdrive and a 2013 Ducati 1199 Panigale S. The 550 will be great for New England and bike will be the go fast toy. Not that the 550 is slow by any means.But the bike will sit in the garage all winter and not be used.

Opinions????

If you are seriously considering an M5 get it. If you don't you will beat yourself up every time you see one on the street. And when you pull up beside one in your 550 you will be green with envy. The M5 driver will look at you and know you wished you had an M5. Just sayin.

People that buy 550s are usually not in the market for an M5 (unless it isn't available). They just don't care.

johntomferg · 08-31-2012, 01:06 PM

When I read the heading for the thread, I didn't see the option 'move.'

Seriously though, if having all four wheels connected to the drivetrain is important to you, perhaps an Alpina B7? At the end of the day, it won't be much more...

ddk632 · 08-31-2012, 01:12 PM

OP, You didn't mention if you already have a bike, or if you are new to riding, etc. You also didn't mention if this is due to financial reasons or some other reason, so I'm assuming financial as cost of 550i and a Panigale is reasonably similar to just one M5. If I am wrong here I do apologize in advance.

I'd say if you already have a bike, get the M5, then new bike when you can.

If you don't have a bike, and you are an experienced rider, get the M5, and then the 1199 Panigale S when you can. Alternatively, you can sell something (children, assets, etc.) and get the M5 and the 1199 Panigale S at the same time. Seriously though since winter is coming up I'd get the M5 and by spring time figure out how to also get the 1199, seeing as you are in New England and won't use your bike much over the coming months.

If you don't have a bike, and you have not ever owned a bike, get the M5, and a used Ninja 250. Anymore on this topic would be off-topic so I stop here.

Bottom line - if I were you I would want the M5 and the 1199. Not a 550i M Sport, and that's a long-term decision that will haunt me. If it were *me* I cannot tolerate being bikeless (get withdrawal symptoms) and therefore I'd get the M5 and the 1199 Panigale S, and just eat it somewhere else.

You can even finance the 1199 and really it should not be too difficult to cut back $100/week spending somewhere to make the payment a wash. If it's not a financial issue I can't comment

LAKEOM5 · 08-31-2012, 01:36 PM

Owning a motorcycle is nuts. Everyone crashes eventually. My wife's uncle killed himself 3 months ago.

There are safer ways to feel alive and free.

vladberca · 08-31-2012, 01:43 PM

M5 for sure: exclusive and very fast!

Rohardi · 08-31-2012, 02:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ddk632

OP, You didn't mention if you already have a bike, or if you are new to riding, etc. You also didn't mention if this is due to financial reasons or some other reason, so I'm assuming financial as cost of 550i and a Panigale is reasonably similar to just one M5. If I am wrong here I do apologize in advance.

I'd say if you already have a bike, get the M5, then new bike when you can.

If you don't have a bike, and you are an experienced rider, get the M5, and then the 1199 Panigale S when you can. Alternatively, you can sell something (children, assets, etc.) and get the M5 and the 1199 Panigale S at the same time. Seriously though since winter is coming up I'd get the M5 and by spring time figure out how to also get the 1199, seeing as you are in New England and won't use your bike much over the coming months.

If you don't have a bike, and you have not ever owned a bike, get the M5, and a used Ninja 250. Anymore on this topic would be off-topic so I stop here.

Bottom line - if I were you I would want the M5 and the 1199. Not a 550i M Sport, and that's a long-term decision that will haunt me. If it were *me* I cannot tolerate being bikeless (get withdrawal symptoms) and therefore I'd get the M5 and the 1199 Panigale S, and just eat it somewhere else.

You can even finance the 1199 and really it should not be too difficult to cut back $100/week spending somewhere to make the payment a wash. If it's not a financial issue I can't comment

My GF said I could do one plan or the other. The combo of the 550 and the Ducati would be about the same as the M5 give or take a little. I havenr had a bike in a few years. My old bike was a GSXR1000. I hate all these first world problems....

mwlmd · 08-31-2012, 02:14 PM

Your GF said?!?!?!

Wow that brings up a whole new off-topic discussion!!!

perez515 · 08-31-2012, 02:21 PM

Since the GF is buying, just get the M5. I'm assuming she's buying since she's dictating to you how to spend "the [your]" money. But seriously, if you've achieved an M5 level of income, surely you could come up with M5+Panigale financing.

B-1Pilot · 08-31-2012, 02:26 PM

Get a BMW bike...

ddk632 · 08-31-2012, 02:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Rohardi

My GF said I could do one plan or the other. The combo of the 550 and the Ducati would be about the same as the M5 give or take a little. I havenr had a bike in a few years. My old bike was a GSXR1000. I hate all these first world problems....

Ah - not financial - can't help there.

I have a Diavel ... before that had a K1200R. I made sure I had a bike "grandfathered in" before getting married. I wasn't doing track days so now if I want to start that up again, or get another track bike, I get "well you weren't doing that before we were married and I didn't sign up for that" from the wife. As the British would say, Bollocks!

So if I had to do it over again I would have grandfathered in the track days, too! Just sayin' after 3 years of marriage that's what I would have done. But hey we're all different and if you're willing to give up one or the other, it's your choice. If it were my situation I'd grandfather in the bike and then work the wife (GF in your case) on getting an M5 next time the car topic comes up. Also bikes are high up on my list of must-haves so I'm going ahead and voting option 2.

I am deciding between a Panamera GTS and an M5 right now / over the next few months. My Diavel stays, though. M5 is a LOT cheaper than my comparable Panny GTS build, so that's the main thing drawing me to it vs. the Panny; both are amazing cars though.

Rohardi · 08-31-2012, 04:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mwlmd

Your GF said?!?!?!

Wow that brings up a whole new off-topic discussion!!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by perez515

Since the GF is buying, just get the M5. I'm assuming she's buying since she's dictating to you how to spend "the [your]" money. But seriously, if you've achieved an M5 level of income, surely you could come up with M5+Panigale financing.

Right now, my GF and I are living in a nice loft/mill apartment. we only have parking for 2 cars though. I'd love to get a beater for the winter, but we would have no place to put it. She's in nursing school and we are buying a house when she finishes, so she's making sure I don't go too overboard with toys. I also have a watch habit with a list of things I'm planning on acquiring... She keeps me in line

M-POWERED- · 08-31-2012, 05:44 PM

X5M???

Rohardi · 08-31-2012, 06:20 PM

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Originally Posted by m-power-

X5M???

lol no

MrFukengruven · 09-01-2012, 12:08 AM

Get the M5. You will not regret it.

M-POWERED- · 09-01-2012, 10:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Rohardi

lol no

why? I drove x6m in cold snowy russian winter and it was nice

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Rohardi Lieutenant 19 Rep 505 Posts Drives: 2014 Q50S Hybrid Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Rhode Island iTrader: (0)	What would you do if you lived in New England I am debating what to do in the spring. I have 2 ideas and I was looking for some input. Things to consider. I will only have one car so it will be a daily driver. I also live in New England so I will be driving in the snow. Option 1 order a 2013 M5 for Euro delivery in the spring drive it year round. Option 2 Order a 2013 550 M-Sport Xdrive and a 2013 Ducati 1199 Panigale S. The 550 will be great for New England and bike will be the go fast toy. Not that the 550 is slow by any means.But the bike will sit in the garage all winter and not be used. Opinions????
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perez515 New Member 0 Rep 25 Posts Drives: 2011 Toyota Tacoma Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Houston, TX iTrader: (0)	I've ordered my M5 and it'll be here in two - three weeks...but I also have a Ducati 1198. I think you could have the M5 and the Panigale, I plan on a Panigale as well...but next year. I want to get next year's model so they have time to work out the kinks. __________________ 13 F10 M5 Space Gray/Black, Exec, B&O, 20's, 6M
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Bmill E39, E60 and now F10 12 Rep 133 Posts Drives: F10 M5 Thriple Black Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Minnesota iTrader: (0)	This will be my third M5. All have been driven 364 days a year. Maybe one day a year it is a issue with the right snow tires. Did I mention it is really cold, snowy and icy in Minnesota?
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MMC2489 New Member 0 Rep 20 Posts Drives: 2011 1M Coupe Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Osterville, MA iTrader: (0)	Get the M5 and a P.O.S. Subaru for the snowy days. Most of the car guys I know have a "Winter Beater".
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727jbh Lieutenant 16 Rep 593 Posts Drives: 2020 M8 GC Donington Grey Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: North Florida iTrader: (0)	Get the M5 and move to Florida.
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johntomferg Captain 120 Rep 852 Posts Drives: Formerly drove a 13 F10 M5 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Columbia, TN iTrader: (1)	When I read the heading for the thread, I didn't see the option 'move.' Seriously though, if having all four wheels connected to the drivetrain is important to you, perhaps an Alpina B7? At the end of the day, it won't be much more...
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ddk632 Chief Senior Executive Managing VP of Orange Sales 585 Rep 2,581 Posts Drives: 17 BMW F87 M2 6MT MG HBDGR ! Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Aventura, FL iTrader: (2)	OP, You didn't mention if you already have a bike, or if you are new to riding, etc. You also didn't mention if this is due to financial reasons or some other reason, so I'm assuming financial as cost of 550i and a Panigale is reasonably similar to just one M5. If I am wrong here I do apologize in advance. I'd say if you already have a bike, get the M5, then new bike when you can. If you don't have a bike, and you are an experienced rider, get the M5, and then the 1199 Panigale S when you can. Alternatively, you can sell something (children, assets, etc.) and get the M5 and the 1199 Panigale S at the same time. Seriously though since winter is coming up I'd get the M5 and by spring time figure out how to also get the 1199, seeing as you are in New England and won't use your bike much over the coming months. If you don't have a bike, and you have not ever owned a bike, get the M5, and a used Ninja 250. Anymore on this topic would be off-topic so I stop here. Bottom line - if I were you I would want the M5 and the 1199. Not a 550i M Sport, and that's a long-term decision that will haunt me. If it were me I cannot tolerate being bikeless (get withdrawal symptoms) and therefore I'd get the M5 and the 1199 Panigale S, and just eat it somewhere else. You can even finance the 1199 and really it should not be too difficult to cut back $100/week spending somewhere to make the payment a wash. If it's not a financial issue I can't comment
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LAKEOM5 Second Lieutenant 21 Rep 289 Posts Drives: 2013 M5 Black Sapphire Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Lake Oswego, Oregon iTrader: (0)	Owning a motorcycle is nuts. Everyone crashes eventually. My wife's uncle killed himself 3 months ago. There are safer ways to feel alive and free.
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vladberca Major General 763 Rep 5,561 Posts Drives: '18 octavia 2.0 tdi dsg Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Craiova iTrader: (0)	M5 for sure: exclusive and very fast!
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perez515 New Member 0 Rep 25 Posts Drives: 2011 Toyota Tacoma Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Houston, TX iTrader: (0)	Since the GF is buying, just get the M5. I'm assuming she's buying since she's dictating to you how to spend "the [your]" money. But seriously, if you've achieved an M5 level of income, surely you could come up with M5+Panigale financing. __________________ 13 F10 M5 Space Gray/Black, Exec, B&O, 20's, 6M
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