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You've already got a spouse; you don't need ask about your finances. Frankly, I don't give a s--- how you paid for it. Not my business. That's one hell of a sweet car. I hope you like it! I've ridden in a co-worker's 530xi wagon, and it's an incredibly nice car. What sort of transmission does yours come with?
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« Reply #21 on: September 19, 2007, 11:51:57 am » |
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Alpine White - kinda like Icing on the BMW Cake.  Sounds like a very sweet car. Can't wait to see it here. |
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« Reply #22 on: September 19, 2007, 11:52:55 am » |
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I doubt anybody knows besides his buddy, his wife, and himself. But the real big news is, he's owned 11 previous BMW's....I haven't owned 11 vehicles regardless of make.
You will, I have not the slightest doubt - if you live to be as OLD as Ovr.   Let's see, 13 years of owning cars, and in that time, I've had/have 10 vehicles. Assuming I can keep this pace up (0.77 cars per year), when I reach 60, I would have gone througn an additional 22 cars, bringing my total to a paltry 32 cars. |
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« Reply #23 on: September 19, 2007, 11:59:48 am » |
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Congrats on the fancy new ride! |
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« Reply #24 on: September 19, 2007, 12:00:21 pm » |
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« Reply #25 on: September 19, 2007, 12:01:06 pm » |
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Thats an über bimmer. Very very nicely equipped.
Somehow, I read Alpine White as Alpina, that'd be cool.
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« Reply #26 on: September 19, 2007, 12:01:54 pm » |
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I doubt anybody knows besides his buddy, his wife, and himself. But the real big news is, he's owned 11 previous BMW's....I haven't owned 11 vehicles regardless of make.
You will, I have not the slightest doubt - if you live to be as OLD as Ovr. Let's see, 13 years of owning cars, and in that time, I've had/have 10 vehicles. Assuming I can keep this pace up (0.77 cars per year), when I reach 60, I would have gone througn an additional 22 cars, bringing my total to a paltry 32 cars. Yep, won't make it at that rate, I'm 63 so 47 years since 16 and Car #55 is ordered - that's 1.17/yr by my math.....need to pick up the pace there, MD. OTOH, maybe you'd like your marriage to last, and your children to have a college fund...   |
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« Reply #27 on: September 19, 2007, 12:04:18 pm » |
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You've already got a spouse; you don't need ask about your finances. Frankly, I don't give a s--- how you paid for it. Not my business.
That's one hell of a sweet car. I hope you like it! I've ridden in a co-worker's 530xi wagon, and it's an incredibly nice car.
What sort of transmission does yours come with?
Sorry, forgot to mention -  I'm getting the Steptronic 6 speed auto with "Drive" and "Sport" modes. Can shift the Sport mode manually but no paddles on the xi. |
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« Reply #28 on: September 19, 2007, 12:07:27 pm » |
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« Reply #29 on: September 19, 2007, 12:08:33 pm » |
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No Euro delivery?
Not this time, but would be very fun to do.... Should also mention current BMWs come with 4yrs/80Ks of scheduled maintenance included in the purchase price. That is the warranty period, and additional can be bought up to the expiry of that time, and I may do that, given the nature of the beast. Will it be Toyota reliable? Nope. Will it be more fun to drive? YEP. |
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« Reply #30 on: September 19, 2007, 12:23:32 pm » |
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Wow! Very nice - congrats! The 535 seems like a better choice than the 7xx, anyway. As nice as it is, the 7-series strikes me as a bit of an old man's car. You're not there yet, right ovr? Maybe for your next BMW. |
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« Reply #31 on: September 19, 2007, 01:20:00 pm » |
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« Reply #32 on: September 19, 2007, 01:28:37 pm » |
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Awesome, congrats! Can't wait to see pics of this one! |
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« Reply #33 on: September 19, 2007, 01:32:44 pm » |
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What a journey you have taken us on Ovr. Through the years you always seem to amaze and also inspire a little envy too, I might add. This change is very nice. I think you are really going to enjoy this car and I'm sure we will also enjoy your log while you do. I'm not a fan of white cars, but I'll put up with yours, only because you are far enough away that I won't see how dirty it gets! Yesterday I was beside the same car in black and thought how nice it was - very classy. Years ago I wanted to go for a 540 and should have. Hindsight and all and now with retirement coming soon, I may not get the chance - which means your adventures help ease the pain. Good on you and hopefully she comes before Christmas.  |
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« Reply #34 on: September 19, 2007, 01:45:36 pm » |
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What a journey you have taken us on Ovr. Through the years you always seem to amaze and also inspire a little envy too, I might add. This change is very nice. I think you are really going to enjoy this car and I'm sure we will also enjoy your log while you do. I'm not a fan of white cars, but I'll put up with yours, only because you are far enough away that I won't see how dirty it gets! Yesterday I was beside the same car in black and thought how nice it was - very classy. Years ago I wanted to go for a 540 and should have. Hindsight and all and now with retirement coming soon, I may not get the chance - which means youir adventures help ease the pain. Good on you and hopefully she comes before Christmas. Sorry about the envy thing - I'm not trying to do that at all. This whole deal would never have occurred at all without my friend. He made it happen for me, and I am very grateful to him.  |
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« Reply #35 on: September 19, 2007, 01:52:49 pm » |
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No Euro delivery?
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« Reply #37 on: September 19, 2007, 02:01:00 pm » |
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Don't things happen in threes? TV, BMW....?? Congrats and I love the colour choice also. If we won the lotto I think I would replace the 6-wgn with the 535xiT...I can just imagine how great that car drives on the hwy. Can't wait for the pics and drive reports. |
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« Reply #38 on: September 19, 2007, 02:01:21 pm » |
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So I missed by a "T" oh well. Good on you....I'd love a five-er but no way could I justify one with just the low mileage and no commuting. Lots of  but no  with the xi |
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