10-27-2019, 11:15 PM | #1 |
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Is M5 a good choice for my next car?
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I'm a newbie in this forum. I own a e90 328i. And I like it so much. Right now I'm thinking to change a better car My requirement is 4 door Sedan. And my budget is around $60,000. So I think M5 is a good choice? I know BMW is pretty good at inline 6 engine. But I'm not sure if V8 is like inline reliable. I read F10 M5 articles for almost 1 year. I know BMW's V8 is not that reliable as inline 6. So could any one give me some advices about this choice. Cause I don't want spend all my time in mechanic shop... Thanks |
10-28-2019, 12:57 AM | #2 |
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Quick answer is yes, it's a good car. Make sure it's been properly serviced. And with your budget, you should definitely get an extended warranty for that extra piece of mind
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The M5 is great. Massive HP & TQ. Total luxury + performance in one package. But a few things to keep in mind if you do take the plunge: 1) Try to get a '14 or later year model after the refresh. The earlier versions tend to burn oil. I had a '13 and added 1 quart monthly. The turbos also broke. Never tracked it. It was a semi-weekend car. 2) Get an extended warranty. Fixing the turbos on my '13 would have cost $20K. Repairing anything is expensive. Warranty saved me. 3) Insurance will be considerably more expensive with a V8 motor car. Check w/ your provider to get an estimate. 4) Try to test drive one to see if you're okay with the larger size. The car will be less nimble around corners than a 3 series. Maneuvering in and out of traffic on a freeway though isn't hard. Good luck! |
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10-28-2019, 11:35 AM | #5 |
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Thanks your advices! The N63/S63 engine has 3 upgrades. The latest one is 2016. After that S63 engine is pretty similar to F90 M5's engine. I agree with you that M5 is a car with performance and luxury. And the price is lower than E63 AMG. For the extend warranty, do you have any good suggestions? I heard there are two kind extend warranty. One is only protect your power train another is protect your whole car.
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What's Covered? In general : The Certified Pre-Owned BMW Limited Warranty is designed to protect owners from defects in materials and workmanship on covered parts and components. The broad coverage includes the parts and systems listed below except where specifically noted in the 'Not Covered' section of The Certified Pre-Owned BMW Protection Plan Consumer Information Statement (available for examination at your BMW center) Engine Automatic/Manual Transmission Front Suspension Rear Suspension Steering Brakes ABS Brake System Electrical Air Conditioning/Heating System Cooling System Interior/Exterior Fuel System Final Drive Assembly, Propeller Shaft What's Not Covered? Upkeep Items Maintenance; engine, transmission, and body adjustments; wheel alignment, balancing or rotation; wiper blade inserts; engine drive belts; spark plugs; filters; fuses; all batteries; all hoses and clamps (except air conditioning and power steering); oils, lubricants, fluids, refrigerants and coolants (except as required in the course of a covered repair); brake pads and rotors; brake shoes and drums; manual transmission clutch assemblies; suspension dampers (shock absorbers/strut elements); exhaust systems; tires. Wear and Tear All wear and tear items as defined in The Certified Pre-Owned BMW Protection Plan Consumer Information Statement (including all suspension parts and components). Body and Interior Paint; glass; headlamps; bulbs (except instrumentation); mirrors; lenses; body and chassis; body seals and gaskets; interior and exterior trim, moldings, and fasteners; upholstery, headliner, carpeting, floor and trunk mats; convertible top (all components except electronics); air or water leaks; wind or body noises; wheels; damage due to rust, corrosion, or contamination, except as covered by the BMW New Vehicle Rust and Corrosion Perforation Warranty. Accessories Radio/cassette player, telephone, navigation system, CD changer, or any components of those systems; non-original equipment parts, components or accessories. |
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