Canadian Driver - First Drive: First Drive: 2008 BMW 5-Series

Merc1 · 05-22-2007, 01:51 AM

The M5 is not your average family sedan. Actually, none of these cars 5 Series cars are, but the M5 possesses a different order of performance. With 500-hp under foot, the M5's turbine-like engine can literally shove you back in your seat and pin you there while accelerating, and it tracks around corners like a two-seat sports car. Its quad exhaust is a perfect finishing touch.

More general observations: The BMW i-Drive driver interface is still a pain to use. BMW executives finally admitted in Monterey that it "still needs work" and promise an all-new generation with the release of the next all-new BMW (likely the CS, shown in Shanghai). Maybe they'll design some decent cupholders as well.

All the 5 Series cars are exceedingly quiet. Except for tire noise on rough surfaces, there's virtually no wind noise at speed, even when it's windy outside.

BMW still makes the most beautiful wheels in the industry.

In a strong crosswind, the 5 Series cars are unaffected. You can see trees being pushed around and the dust swirling, but the cars drive straight and true.

Finally, all the 5 Series cars are superb handling machines. Where many companies market their products on image and hype, BMW's commitment to performance-oriented vehicles is absolutely supported by the product on the ground.

Like California, I guess, if you're in the market for this class of car, the 2008 5 Series line-up has something for everyone.

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Tycoon · 05-22-2007, 03:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Merc1

Finally, all the 5 Series cars are superb handling machines. Where many companies market their products on image and hype, BMW's commitment to performance-oriented vehicles is absolutely supported by the product on the ground.

Thanks, Marcus!

Merc1 · 05-22-2007, 03:51 AM

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Originally Posted by TycoonGTR

Thanks, Marcus!

Yep and it is true. When I read that I knew you hardcore BMW guys would love that particular comment.

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Tycoon · 05-22-2007, 04:09 AM

Just like you've said: It's true! And that's why i love that paragraph...

Matt · 05-25-2007, 05:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Merc1

Yep and it is true. When I read that I knew you hardcore BMW guys would love that particular comment.

M

haha, not even marcus-a stonch benz fan can hate on BMW any more...

ill take a 535i...
i drove the 550i-and i appreciate the power out put of my moms 335i over the V8-

Merc1 · 05-25-2007, 05:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Matt

haha, not even marcus-a stonch benz fan can hate on BMW any more...

Never, ever hated BMW, in fact they have traditionally been my #2 choice until Audi got all slick and suave. Now years after than 2002 7-Series shocker there are again some BMWs on favorites list.

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BMW_Dude · 05-25-2007, 05:56 PM

They seemed to like the F/Led 5er!

BTW, why does America get the 535i while Europe still gets the 540i, I would have said Amercians would prefer V8s!

klier · 05-25-2007, 06:49 PM

Hey, thanks for the review man. I was hoping to read some north American reviews about the 3.0 TT in the 5er though

It sucks we don't have that amazing engine in this car and we're stuck with a heavy and thirsty V8 nobody wants....

All the V8s will surely be the 4.8i

Matt · 05-25-2007, 06:57 PM

heres a little eye candy for this thread....

klier · 05-25-2007, 07:03 PM

I vote damn H-O-T!

The facelift made this gen 5er perfect

Nothing more to add or change to this design.

05-22-2007, 01:51 AM	#1
Merc1 Contributor Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Aurora IL USA Posts: 7,272 Thanks: 1,561 Thanked 2,270 Times in 1,044 Posts	Canadian Driver - First Drive: First Drive: 2008 BMW 5-Series The M5 is not your average family sedan. Actually, none of these cars 5 Series cars are, but the M5 possesses a different order of performance. With 500-hp under foot, the M5's turbine-like engine can literally shove you back in your seat and pin you there while accelerating, and it tracks around corners like a two-seat sports car. Its quad exhaust is a perfect finishing touch. More general observations: The BMW i-Drive driver interface is still a pain to use. BMW executives finally admitted in Monterey that it "still needs work" and promise an all-new generation with the release of the next all-new BMW (likely the CS, shown in Shanghai). Maybe they'll design some decent cupholders as well. All the 5 Series cars are exceedingly quiet. Except for tire noise on rough surfaces, there's virtually no wind noise at speed, even when it's windy outside. BMW still makes the most beautiful wheels in the industry. In a strong crosswind, the 5 Series cars are unaffected. You can see trees being pushed around and the dust swirling, but the cars drive straight and true. Finally, all the 5 Series cars are superb handling machines. Where many companies market their products on image and hype, BMW's commitment to performance-oriented vehicles is absolutely supported by the product on the ground. Like California, I guess, if you're in the market for this class of car, the 2008 5 Series line-up has something for everyone. - ONLY REGISTERED AND ACTIVATED USERS CAN SEE ALL LINKS - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER M

05-22-2007, 04:09 AM	#4
Tycoon Contributor Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 12,811 Thanks: 3,263 Thanked 3,647 Times in 1,986 Posts	Re: Canadian Driver - First Drive: First Drive: 2008 BMW 5-Series Just like you've said: It's true! And that's why i love that paragraph...

05-25-2007, 05:56 PM	#7
BMW_Dude Aficionado Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: England Posts: 4,472 Thanks: 368 Thanked 495 Times in 283 Posts	Re: Canadian Driver - First Drive: First Drive: 2008 BMW 5-Series They seemed to like the F/Led 5er! BTW, why does America get the 535i while Europe still gets the 540i, I would have said Amercians would prefer V8s!

05-25-2007, 06:49 PM	#8
klier Devotee Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Netherlands Posts: 3,173 Thanks: 1,006 Thanked 294 Times in 179 Posts	Re: Canadian Driver - First Drive: First Drive: 2008 BMW 5-Series Hey, thanks for the review man. I was hoping to read some north American reviews about the 3.0 TT in the 5er though It sucks we don't have that amazing engine in this car and we're stuck with a heavy and thirsty V8 nobody wants.... All the V8s will surely be the 4.8i

05-25-2007, 06:57 PM	#9
Matt Devotee Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Los Angeles, California Posts: 2,957 Thanks: 270 Thanked 128 Times in 90 Posts	Re: Canadian Driver - First Drive: First Drive: 2008 BMW 5-Series heres a little eye candy for this thread....

05-25-2007, 07:03 PM	#10
klier Devotee Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Netherlands Posts: 3,173 Thanks: 1,006 Thanked 294 Times in 179 Posts	Re: Canadian Driver - First Drive: First Drive: 2008 BMW 5-Series I vote damn H-O-T! The facelift made this gen 5er perfect Nothing more to add or change to this design.

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