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[quote=Anonymous]I have owned an Audi and several BMWs. I wouldn’t hesitate to purchase another BMW. The turbocharged engines used in cure t models are among the best engineered and produced on an assembly line (B46, B58, S58). The current Toyota Supra is for all intents and purposes a BMW Z4. If it’s good enough for Toyota …

Today’s BMWs are leaps and bounds ahead of what the company was producing a decade ago. The iDrive information/multimedia system is well executed as nd integrates well with Apple CarPlay and Android. Almost every

BMW is available in rear wheel drive should that be your preference. You typically also can order it with or without run flat tires and/or summer or all-season tires. Essentially you can order your BMW to be built according to your own needs and specifications using available packages and options (including unique paint colors and leather available through the Individual program) and pick it up at the Performance Center in South Carolina. Unfortunately European Delivery has been discontinued. You can track your BMW every step of the way from the point assembly begins through the arrival of the ship at port. Bear in mind that your dealer will stock what it thinks will be the best combination of features based on its available allocations.

BMWs have had their share of issues, plastic radiator parts, cracked charge pipes, VANOS timing systems. My 1996 328 is still a joy to drive.

Stay on top of maintenance. Change fluids and filters. Parts and Maintenance can be more pricey if using a specialist. But I can get my oil changed for $79 at the local dealership.

While 5 series (5er) is geared more to comfort than performance it’s no slouch in terms of the latter. You may want to consider a 530e to take advantage of HOV restrictions, the hybrid tax rebate and fuel savings on short distance trips. Compare it against the X5 45e which has a six cylinder plug in hybrid (PHEV).

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