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My dad is going to be buying a BMW in the near future, but isnt much of a car guy in terms of luxury cars. He is looking for something in the $40,000-$70,000 range for BMW's, since our neighbor got one, and my dad feels like showing off his "big dick car" or at least wants one.

I have heard the M3's are pretty hot, anyone have any info on the more luxurious ones?
 
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Get an M3. They are pretty sweet. My cousin use to have one he sold it once he got marry so he can down a house with it. Poor guy.
 
In the $40-70K range, your dad should be considering something in the 5 Series. On the low end is the 525i (MSRP: $41,995; 2.5L, 6 cyl.); on the other end is the 545i (MSRP: $56,495; 4.4L, 8 cyl.), and the middle is filled by the 530i (MSRP: $46,095; 3.0L, 6 cyl.).

He should do some research online before heading to any dealership. There's lots of auto sites, but one I'm partial to is Edmunds.com. This was one of the sites I checked before I went to my dealer.
 
why a bmw? among the premier luxury cars, i believe they consistently rate near the bottom of the list

i would suggest he check out the relevant issues of the latest popular car mags before making the commitment
 
I like the new 6 series, it's a sports car, unlike the 5 and 7 which are more sedans.

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[quote name='cag1000']i have a 2003 325i
should have gotten and M3
in that range i'd get an m5[/quote]

Was the insurance expensive on it? I'm planning to get a M3 or M5 when my insurance rate become lower.
 
[quote name='andrew333']why a bmw? among the premier luxury cars, i believe they consistently rate near the bottom of the list

i would suggest he check out the relevant issues of the latest popular car mags before making the commitment[/quote]

Why BMW? Because the BMW is a true drivers car. Everything about the BMW is built for the drive so that you can enjoy it. You get a MB to roll around in, you get a BMW to DRIVE it hard. Like you stole it. Like I drive mine constantly.

If he's not much of a driver, then I'd say a 5 or 7 is good. If he's not a driving enthusiast do NOT get an M3. The M3 is a balls out sports car, and from the way it sounds he doesn't want that. The same goes for the M5, as it's only a manual. The new one coming out will probaly be above the price limit and is only available in a 7 speed SMG which is a horrible transmission.

If he wants to get an SUV, the 4.8is X5 is amazing. Since it's basically a 5 series platform, it will handle just about as well as any 5 series. It's got plently of power to boot, too. Don't expect to take it off-road though, as it performs rather badly in extreme off-roading(who takes their SUV off-roading anyways?).

The 6 isn't a sports car, it's what I like to call a "Rich Man's Coupe". It looks nice and all... but It's not exactly a sports car. You drive the car to tell everyone you've made it. There's not much room in the back seats, even though it's a huge car. Reminds me of my moms XJS. The back seats are for insurance purposes only. The new active steering on it makes the car more like a simulator when driving. It's almost as if you're playing a video game when you drive it. You're not exactly sure when it's going to break traction and if it will. In a BMW, you ought to be able to know when it's near its limit.

Cag1000, unless you like to race your car then the M3 would be wasted. Everyone I've talked to(myself included) that has driven one agree it's too fast for the normal person. Expect huge insurance rates on the ///M Powered beast.

BMW. Sheer Driving Pleasure.
 
I love the series 7 cars especially the 745s. Also try to upgrade it to a the m style/don't remember what its title is but it comes out ot be 745m. The ms have IMo a much more stylish interior with even mroe bells and whistles.
 
[quote name='hiccupleftovers']I love the series 7 cars especially the 745s. Also try to upgrade it to a the m style/don't remember what its title is but it comes out ot be 745m. The ms have IMo a much more stylish interior with even mroe bells and whistles.[/quote]

The 7 series aren't M cars. M is for BMWs Race cars. Cars that are all about pushing it to the limits of power and handling. They take the best platform (3,5,6 Series) and add just the right amount of power to make it a winner. The 7's have an L version which is long wheelbase or luxury (can't remember, it's been used for both in the past).

[quote name='pimp_daddy_smurf']good lord, buy a shaq-fuing lexus if your gonna spend that much. atleast get a nissan Z, now those are nice AND cheap for how nice they are.[/quote]
Sure, get a lexus if all you want is a plushed up toyota. And if you like the rice lights. My friend owns a 2003 Blue Nissan 350Z Roadster, and he regrets buying it. The thing isn't made that well, and an M3 destroys it.
 
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