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Old 02-06-12, 12:39 PM
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Default C&D BMW 535i sport (long term wrapup)

http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/...ad-test-review

to sum it up:

-soft wheels
-destroys tires
-"horrific steering"
-heavier and slower than previous 535i
-lazy throttle response
-HVAC display broke
-cup holder broke
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so they loved it then.
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Originally Posted by bitkahuna
so they loved it then.
It's C&D's definition of success
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Surprised to read such a bad review on a new BMW. My last BMW was a 330, I loved the ride but hated the reliability. Since then 2 of my friends got 535s and they have been trouble free.
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Old 02-06-12, 11:42 PM
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BMW lost me when they made the 3, 5, and 7 all look alike.
Next.
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2 wheels bent? seriously? that's crazy!
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Originally Posted by KillaIS250
2 wheels bent? seriously? that's crazy!
Isn't c&d in michigan? If so, not surprising!
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Old 02-07-12, 06:48 AM
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My in-law own a '09 535 and it has not give them any issue. I love the look of the new 5. Very surprise of all the issues in this review.
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Originally Posted by KillaIS250
2 wheels bent? seriously? that's crazy!
nope, more than that...read the article...replaced 2 wheels and repaired 4 wheels.
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Old 02-07-12, 07:08 AM
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Sounded like my review. Very nice cruiser, basically a baby 7 and not nearly as athletic as the E60. Maybe with the 6 series 4 door coming that will drive more like older 5 series models.

Funny to see how they missed creature comforts we all are kind of used too now. I guess we all have become wussies
 
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The previous 535 wasn't athletic at all either. At least the new one looks good inside and out.

The effing soft alloy oversized wheels on ALL cars are ridiculous.
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I find it hilarious how quiet it is with the reviews saying how soft its become.
 
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After having driven one myself....the 535i is underwhelming to the point of puzzling.
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