Good-Bye TL SH-AWD..
06-17-2010, 12:37 AM
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Three Wheelin'
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Good-Bye TL SH-AWD..
So,
I went into my local BMW dealer today to finalize my order for a 2011 535iX (choosing color, options, etc.) to take delivery in the fall. Well right there in the lot was a fully decked-out, super shiny 2011 550i. I was very curious about it so I requested a test-drive....20 minutes later: DAMN IT, I was SMITTEN! Needless to say, I came home tonight with a 550i!
So my 2+ year love affair with my 4G TL came to an end.
I came home late tonight from the dealership so I couldn't take any pictures.....however, I will post some pics tomorrow in the daylight.
Here's a few quick tidbits about it:
-exterior: graphite (dark gray)
-interior: Oyster (ivory)
-drivetrain: 8 cyl. 400 hp/450 ft-lb
-8-sp sport automatic
-Sports package: 19" wheels/per. tires/sport steering wheel/sport seats/paddle shifters
-Cold Weather Package: heated steering wheel, heated F/R seats, headlight washers
-Navigation w/40G hard drive and I-Pod adapter
-premium surround sound system--awesome!
-Dynamic Handling Package: adjustable dampers (Normal/Comfort/Sport/Sport+)
-Rear-View, Top View, Side View Cameras
-HUD display
-ventilated seats
-rear/side sun shades
Sticker price: $71K
My sales agent gave me a $3K discount for being long-time customer.
My lease is $925/month for 36 months
My short driving impression so far:
This car is a FRICKIN DREAM!
--Takes off like a Lear Jet, rides like a Bentley, corners like it's velcro'ed to the road!
--This is my 6th BMW in the last 12 years and it's hands-down the best!!
I went into my local BMW dealer today to finalize my order for a 2011 535iX (choosing color, options, etc.) to take delivery in the fall. Well right there in the lot was a fully decked-out, super shiny 2011 550i. I was very curious about it so I requested a test-drive....20 minutes later: DAMN IT, I was SMITTEN! Needless to say, I came home tonight with a 550i!
So my 2+ year love affair with my 4G TL came to an end.
I came home late tonight from the dealership so I couldn't take any pictures.....however, I will post some pics tomorrow in the daylight.
Here's a few quick tidbits about it:
-exterior: graphite (dark gray)
-interior: Oyster (ivory)
-drivetrain: 8 cyl. 400 hp/450 ft-lb
-8-sp sport automatic
-Sports package: 19" wheels/per. tires/sport steering wheel/sport seats/paddle shifters
-Cold Weather Package: heated steering wheel, heated F/R seats, headlight washers
-Navigation w/40G hard drive and I-Pod adapter
-premium surround sound system--awesome!
-Dynamic Handling Package: adjustable dampers (Normal/Comfort/Sport/Sport+)
-Rear-View, Top View, Side View Cameras
-HUD display
-ventilated seats
-rear/side sun shades
Sticker price: $71K
My sales agent gave me a $3K discount for being long-time customer.
My lease is $925/month for 36 months
My short driving impression so far:
This car is a FRICKIN DREAM!
--Takes off like a Lear Jet, rides like a Bentley, corners like it's velcro'ed to the road!
--This is my 6th BMW in the last 12 years and it's hands-down the best!!
06-17-2010, 12:55 AM
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Congrats on your pick up! Use it in good health.
Put anything down to get your payment where it's at or no?
Put anything down to get your payment where it's at or no?
06-17-2010, 01:58 AM
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Three Wheelin'
Thread Starter
There's a lot of "senseless" stuff you do in life. One of my best friends easily spends a grand every month on golf accessories and club fees. Life is short. Enjoy it while you're still vertical.
06-17-2010, 02:17 AM
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Congrats Pete and we cant wait to see the pics. I saw a 2011 535i this weekend at the dealer and was in awe. The options and drivetrain you mentioned on your vehicle.........well lets just say here in Canada people pay that much a month for a lot less car.....Enjoy.
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06-17-2010, 06:03 AM
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Suzuka Master
Pete,
Damn nice ride, you barely put any miles on your car and I thought for sure I would be out of my AWD before you, but best of luck!
06-17-2010, 06:43 AM
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Congrats on the upgrade Pete.
06-17-2010, 06:47 AM
#12
Three Wheelin'
Thread Starter
Yes, $900+/month is a lot for a car payment. I don't deny that. But for a car of this caliber, content and thrills to offer, I feel it's worth every penny once I get behind the wheel. Besides, it's fairly common to pay $900/month just to lease a monthly parking space in downtown Chicago!
In case I forget later, I want to say that it's been great being a member of Acurazine. Thank you! As a long-time Roadfly BMW forum member, I didn't know what to expect a couple years ago when I joined, but you guys have been great! My forum "pals," KeithL, YetiTL, venom550pm, Blackura_NY, CleanCL, cp3117, princelybug, Buckvegas, et al.......I'll miss you guys! I loved sharing info. with you guys and thank you for your support when I needed help with my TL. Looks like I'm headed back to my 'ol Roadfly board soon, but I'll take a peak here once in while to see what you guys are up to. 
I'm headed off to work now, but I'll try to snap a few pics of my new ride during my lunch break.
In case I forget later, I want to say that it's been great being a member of Acurazine. Thank you!
As a long-time Roadfly BMW forum member, I didn't know what to expect a couple years ago when I joined, but you guys have been great! My forum "pals," KeithL, YetiTL, venom550pm, Blackura_NY, CleanCL, cp3117, princelybug, Buckvegas, et al.......I'll miss you guys! I loved sharing info. with you guys and thank you for your support when I needed help with my TL. Looks like I'm headed back to my 'ol Roadfly board soon, but I'll take a peak here once in while to see what you guys are up to. I'm headed off to work now, but I'll try to snap a few pics of my new ride during my lunch break.
06-17-2010, 08:19 AM
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The rich stay richer by not blowing their money wherever, but by still trying to find bargain and sales where they can. The ones that blow their money end up like Mr.T lol.
Either way, if youre happy with your decision, which I can tell you are, then I am happy for you. I just hate to see someone leave the Acura family
06-17-2010, 08:49 AM
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I hope your job allows you to deduct some of that lease payment. Whether you can afford it or not, you loose money on a lease if you're going to keep the car for more then 2-3 years.
I was never quite sure why you didn't buy a Bimmer from the start. Good luck.
I was never quite sure why you didn't buy a Bimmer from the start. Good luck.
06-17-2010, 09:11 AM
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06-17-2010, 09:37 AM
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06-17-2010, 09:48 AM
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i am not knocking is his choice of vehicle by any means. I am however knocking the way the vehicle was acquired. I honestly dont understand the lease option. Why not just purchase the vehicle?
06-17-2010, 11:58 AM
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I can't say that i would ever drop that kind of payment personally, but congrats to you pete. Now GET THOSE PICS UP!
BTW, Are we starting to see a trend here or what?
06-17-2010, 02:29 PM
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Gorgeous car, Pete. I wouldn't mind an update post after the winter to let me know how she handled with snow tires. Good luck!
06-17-2010, 03:32 PM
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Yea I also would like updates here somehow about how the car rides over time, especially after the winter.
I don't know what car I'll be looking at in 2-3 years but the 5 will definitely in the running.
I don't know what car I'll be looking at in 2-3 years but the 5 will definitely in the running.
06-17-2010, 04:27 PM
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Congrats PeteTL or should I write Pete550i?
Enjoy your ride, enjoy the nice summer and life in general! What you chose is an awesome choice. One of my bro friend leased a 550i in late 2009 early 2010 and he fell in love with it.
To fellow posters: BTW, I'm in Canada and a TL SH-AWD cost me close to a grand a month to buy the car over 5 years...
You lucky americans should enjoy the great prices you get compared to us, poor canadians...
Enjoy your ride, enjoy the nice summer and life in general! What you chose is an awesome choice. One of my bro friend leased a 550i in late 2009 early 2010 and he fell in love with it.
To fellow posters: BTW, I'm in Canada and a TL SH-AWD cost me close to a grand a month to buy the car over 5 years...
You lucky americans should enjoy the great prices you get compared to us, poor canadians...
06-17-2010, 07:22 PM
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2010 TL AWD 6MT: New King
Congratz Pete! Very nice choice!
When you get a chance and have settled in with your new 550i after a few weeks, post an update on your daily driving experience and how it compares, er.... compared to the 4G TL (ie. cabin comfort for driver and passengers, driver's footwell space, power, driving dynamics, how it handles bumps/imperfections in the road, real life MPG, utility).
When you get a chance and have settled in with your new 550i after a few weeks, post an update on your daily driving experience and how it compares, er.... compared to the 4G TL (ie. cabin comfort for driver and passengers, driver's footwell space, power, driving dynamics, how it handles bumps/imperfections in the road, real life MPG, utility).
06-17-2010, 07:38 PM
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Congrats PeteTL or should I write Pete550i?
Enjoy your ride, enjoy the nice summer and life in general! What you chose is an awesome choice. One of my bro friend leased a 550i in late 2009 early 2010 and he fell in love with it.
To fellow posters: BTW, I'm in Canada and a TL SH-AWD cost me close to a grand a month to buy the car over 5 years...
You lucky americans should enjoy the great prices you get compared to us, poor canadians...
Enjoy your ride, enjoy the nice summer and life in general! What you chose is an awesome choice. One of my bro friend leased a 550i in late 2009 early 2010 and he fell in love with it.
To fellow posters: BTW, I'm in Canada and a TL SH-AWD cost me close to a grand a month to buy the car over 5 years...
You lucky americans should enjoy the great prices you get compared to us, poor canadians...
Either way, I saw the pics the OP posted of his car and its beautiful, I would give my first born for that car lol...... not really but ya know.
06-17-2010, 07:47 PM
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06-17-2010, 08:04 PM
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06-17-2010, 08:08 PM
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We're on par or close to the US dollar right now..0,9719 $ USD/ 1 $ CDN so as you can see, we pay 30-40 % more if we include sales taxes (Québec got 12,87 % sale tax right now...going up 1% in January 2011)...