random musings... rs6, e39 m5, or 550i
11-09-2008, 09:11 PM
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I would try to mix in a 545i or 550i. They're probably going to be less expensive in terms of repair
Good luck, E39 M5s are sweet. Although, they're aging these days.
11-09-2008, 09:36 PM
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Not to argue,
But truthfully i think the 645 and 650 are more comparable to the S5 than a 335i. The 335 seems more sporty, but with a bland plastic interior. The S5 is more comfortable and feels like a sporty GT car, with the 650 as heavier and serves only as a GT cruiser.
11-09-2008, 11:07 PM
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yeah, and starters require motor removal on the rs6 :)
the searches I did were nationwide, which might explain the differences I saw. 535xi was much more into the $45k+ range.
11-10-2008, 06:22 AM
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kinda sorta. being in it vs a b5 is a pretty big difference
IMHO. I'm sure the RS6 is bigger, and AWD, and Audi. Yeah... it's just that
a) I'm not a huge fan of the C5 appearance, although the RS6 looks much meaner
b) repair costs scare me
So I'll keep an eyeball open for RS6'es with warranty
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a) I'm not a huge fan of the C5 appearance, although the RS6 looks much meaner
b) repair costs scare me
So I'll keep an eyeball open for RS6'es with warranty
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11-10-2008, 09:42 AM
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If you are going to get a 550i, it must be an '07+ with sport, 19"s, aero kit, and logic7. RS4?
the '06s are nice but the wheels suck. logic7 is a must on those cars.
for your price range, i'd seriously look at an RS4. it's a little bigger than your B5, will be relatively low-maintenance, can be had for mid-$40s, and offers all (or more) in performance.
for your price range, i'd seriously look at an RS4. it's a little bigger than your B5, will be relatively low-maintenance, can be had for mid-$40s, and offers all (or more) in performance.