Hello.
It's official. I just ordered a 540i.
- Black Sapphire
- M Sport Design
- Executive Tier
- 19" 664M with all-season run flats
- Black Dakota Leather with Blue Stitching
- Fineline Ridge Wood Trim
- Diving Assistance Plus Package
- Parking Assitance Package
- M Sport Brakes
- Leather Dashboard
- Harmon Kardon Surround System
I'm coming from an M3, so I'd imagine there will be a period of adjustment for me. I always wanted an M3. Definitely the best car I ever had, but I feel like I got that out of my system now.
I always wanted a 5 series sedan too. I want my new car to be more luxurious oriented. However, I decided to go with M Sport Design and M Sport Brakes to ease the transition from the M3.
I kept to my budget. I decided to sacrifice Xdrive in order to get M Sport. If I could survive PA winters with an M3, I'm pretty sure I can manage without xDrive. Plus, I can always use my wife's SUV if the weather is really bad anyway.
I went with Black Sapphire. When I started my career back in the mid 80s, I really wanted a black BMW (3 or 5 series). I couldn't afford one back then of course. Ironically, this will be my 5th BMW and never had a black one before. So that's the story behind my choice of colors.
MSRP=$72,320 (includes destination & handling)
Got 8% off of MSRP plus $2k loyalty rebate.
Car should arrive in mid March.