I couldn't resist sharing pictures of my new "gentlemen's" hot rod. This car is insane!!!
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I couldn't resist sharing pictures of my new "gentlemen's" hot rod. This car is insane!!!
My Build Thread: http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/showt...ter-Build-9754
(Most viewed Roadster build thread on this forum!)
Delivered: 6/17/2017
First Start: 12/30/2017
Completed: 12/7/2019
Legal: 1/30/2020
Member of the Mile-Hi Cobra Club
Dave's Cobra YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbk...npK1UZHj4R-bYQ
Agora 1:8 Scale Cobra Build: https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/show...l-Build-Thread
Nice car. The M series are nice driving machines, the only issue I have with them is they are expensive to maintain outside warranty.
Kyle
Complete Kit pickup 09/05/2015, 351w, QF680, 3.55, 3-Link, 15" Halibrands with MT's, Painted Viking blue with Wimbledon white stripes on 03/15/2017. Sold in 08/2018 and totally regret it.
Ferris Said It Best:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0wALArd2rvo
Nice Ride Papa Dave, Nice Ride!
My Build Thread: http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/showt...ter-Build-9754
(Most viewed Roadster build thread on this forum!)
Delivered: 6/17/2017
First Start: 12/30/2017
Completed: 12/7/2019
Legal: 1/30/2020
Member of the Mile-Hi Cobra Club
Dave's Cobra YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbk...npK1UZHj4R-bYQ
Agora 1:8 Scale Cobra Build: https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/show...l-Build-Thread
My Build Thread: http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/showt...ter-Build-9754
(Most viewed Roadster build thread on this forum!)
Delivered: 6/17/2017
First Start: 12/30/2017
Completed: 12/7/2019
Legal: 1/30/2020
Member of the Mile-Hi Cobra Club
Dave's Cobra YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbk...npK1UZHj4R-bYQ
Agora 1:8 Scale Cobra Build: https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/show...l-Build-Thread
'33 Hotrod, #1047 Gen 1, delivered on 2/27/18, go cart on 9/24/18.
LS3 w/Gearstar Level 3 4L65e Tranny, Yank converter, Lokar shifter, Electric PS, Vintage AC/Heat/Def, 8.8" 3.55
TorqThrust II Wheels w/Toyo Proxy T1 Sport Tires, F 235/45ZR17 R 295/35ZR18
Garage Built, Driveway Painted.
Although the M550i is not a true "M" car, the balance of luxury and performance is very well done. This is my 3rd BMW and I have to say I've not had any reliability issues in nearly 8 years of ownership. Also, buying CPO is a great way to enjoy a used BMW. I have three and a half years (unlimited mileage) of warranty coverage remaining on this car. This one was a special order by the original owner and it has nearly every option available as well as some nice a-la-carte options like carbon fiber mirror and spoiler, Napa leather, staggered wheels, M rocker detail, etc. Put this thing in Sport mode, and it's a raging beast. Put is in comfort mode and it's an elegant luxury sedan. Looking under the hood and under the car, it is obvious that none of the 22,000 miles this car has were spent in the rain or snow. It literally looks brand new from top to bottom.
Last edited by Papa; 07-06-2020 at 08:42 AM.
My Build Thread: http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/showt...ter-Build-9754
(Most viewed Roadster build thread on this forum!)
Delivered: 6/17/2017
First Start: 12/30/2017
Completed: 12/7/2019
Legal: 1/30/2020
Member of the Mile-Hi Cobra Club
Dave's Cobra YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbk...npK1UZHj4R-bYQ
Agora 1:8 Scale Cobra Build: https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/show...l-Build-Thread
Congrats! I've had one for 2.5 years and still love it. As you say, Comfort mode is lazy mode and Sport Plus is a lot of fun. My only complaint is the car is heavy and feels heavy, not very agile but then a 5 series isn't intended to be a sports car. I added numerous bits of M parts including wheels, carbon fiber splitter and other CF parts, along with black bits to remove the Cerium Grey. Also added a ACS exhaust that sounds so much better than the stock bimmer one.
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As for reliability, I had a 645 w/6 spd manual for 11 years with absolutely no issues whatsoever just standard maintenance. Some of the true M cars have issues I know, buddy had an M6 that was a pain in the pocket book.
Gen 1 '33 Hot Rod #1104
347 with Holley Sniper & Hyperspark, TKO600, IRS, 245/40R18 & 315/30R18, DRL, Digital Guard Dog keyless Ignition
My Build Thread: http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/showt...ter-Build-9754
(Most viewed Roadster build thread on this forum!)
Delivered: 6/17/2017
First Start: 12/30/2017
Completed: 12/7/2019
Legal: 1/30/2020
Member of the Mile-Hi Cobra Club
Dave's Cobra YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbk...npK1UZHj4R-bYQ
Agora 1:8 Scale Cobra Build: https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/show...l-Build-Thread
You must be looking at Dinan exhausts.
I bought headers from a company in Europe ($2K) and a dual tip Vibrant stainless muffler.
'33 Hotrod, #1047 Gen 1, delivered on 2/27/18, go cart on 9/24/18.
LS3 w/Gearstar Level 3 4L65e Tranny, Yank converter, Lokar shifter, Electric PS, Vintage AC/Heat/Def, 8.8" 3.55
TorqThrust II Wheels w/Toyo Proxy T1 Sport Tires, F 235/45ZR17 R 295/35ZR18
Garage Built, Driveway Painted.
Love it. I have had dozens of cars, but haven't had a single BMW.
I have on of those gentleman's hot rods, just the Audi version. It corners like a miata and has 560hp/500ft lbs !
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Last edited by TrevorP; 07-11-2020 at 10:03 AM.
FFR3842, 363ci/600hp, AFR225's, Wilwood 6/4 piston Superlites, Koni DAs, Magnesium bellhousing and Tilton Triple disk clutch, GF5R dog ringed 5 speed, 3link, VPM sway bars, Hoosier A7s, CCW forged wheels, wings, undertray, diffuser
Great car! I love the style of the interior.