[jukkha156]

Hi Guys,

It is a bit of a poverty spec order but I was wondering if you can kindly give me feedback for finer details and options.

I am currently going for:

530 E M SPORT, (with the standard silver 19's)
Blue stone Metallic,
Fine wood trim finline ridge with Cognac dakota leather
Adaptive Headlights
Spilt fold seats
Loud speaker System
sun protection glass
powered tailgate and
bmw display key

would anyone pick anything in replacement of these options above? ie gesture control for display key? (keeping the cost equivalents in consideration)

are the colour combos okay?

am i going to regret not getting VDC?

Anything else to consider?

many thanks for all your help in advance

[alfiemoon13]

I've ordered the following spec:
M Sport
Bluestone Metallic
Ivory Nappa Leather
Burled Walnut Trim
Comfort Seats
Parking Assistant +
Comfort Access
Exterior Folding Mirrors
Adaptive LED Headlights
Headlight Wash
High Beam Assistant
Enhanced Bluetooth with wireless charging
Loudspeakers - BMW Enhanced
WiFi Hotspot
Powered Boot lid
Ambient Air
Massage Front Seats
Seat Ventilation
Soft Close Doors
Split folding rear seats
Steering Wheel Heating
Sun Blinds Side & Rear
Display Key
Variable Damper Control
Sun Protection Glass

This will be my 14th BMW since my first one in 1982. I've known my local dealer for donkeys years. This is the first time I've ever ordered an M Sport spec, I did it because I wanted nappa leather & ventilated seats. My dealer insists that I need VDC because I'm used to softer suspension, my current car being a 'luxury' spec. Personally, if I was on a limited budget I'd lose the loud speaker system & the display key & go for the VDC. I only ordered the display key because of the Parking Assistant +. You say it's a 'poverty' spec you're ordering but it's still a beautiful car. I think the Bluestone Metallic is a stunning colour. I've had all sorts of colours over the years but this Bluestone looks the business, that's probably why BMW have used it in all their publicity for the 5 series. I hope you enjoy your new car.

[jukkha156]

Thanks Alfie, for your feedback. Loving your spec.

Hope to see photos of your car very soon.

[diinky]

Originally Posted by jukkha156

Hi Guys,

It is a bit of a poverty spec order but I was wondering if you can kindly give me feedback for finer details and options.

I am currently going for:

530 E M SPORT, (with the standard silver 19's)
Blue stone Metallic,
Fine wood trim finline ridge with Cognac dakota leather
Adaptive Headlights
Spilt fold seats
Loud speaker System
sun protection glass
powered tailgate and
bmw display key

would anyone pick anything in replacement of these options above? ie gesture control for display key? (keeping the cost equivalents in consideration)

are the colour combos okay?

am i going to regret not getting VDC?

Anything else to consider?

many thanks for all your help in advance

Hi
Nice spec, what made you go for the 530e? Im thinking of one.
Did your dealer offer a discount and whats your delivery date?

[BiGFather]

Originally Posted by jukkha156

Hi Guys,

It is a bit of a poverty spec order but I was wondering if you can kindly give me feedback for finer details and options.

I am currently going for:

530 E M SPORT, (with the standard silver 19's)
Blue stone Metallic,
Fine wood trim finline ridge with Cognac dakota leather
Adaptive Headlights
Spilt fold seats
Loud speaker System
sun protection glass
powered tailgate and
bmw display key

would anyone pick anything in replacement of these options above? ie gesture control for display key? (keeping the cost equivalents in consideration)

are the colour combos okay?

am i going to regret not getting VDC?

Anything else to consider?

many thanks for all your help in advance

Hi, you are in similar position like me. Bluestone + Cognac. Not so many people has it. I want it with pianoblack but try to watch this video, this guy has bluestone + cognac but the silver one instead of yours or piano : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XQMa6QLwZ0g

[robfen]

if it was me I'd lose the privacy glass and display key and even the better speakers
for the vdc..I think it might be handy with the extra battery weight!

[jukkha156]

Originally Posted by diinky

Hi
Nice spec, what made you go for the 530e? Im thinking of one.
Did your dealer offer a discount and whats your delivery date?

Thanks, as a company car driver, it made a lot of sense to go for plug in. The April laws in the UK are really going to penalise diesels. I am coming from an Audi A6 Avant ultra which is a great car but lease ends in July. Audi have dropped the ball in terms of plug in options. Ideally I would have preferred an estate for practical reasons but it was down to the 530E and E350e mercedes.

I went to the launch of the G30, 5 series and loved it. I have had to negotiate quite hard with the dealers (Manchester area) and lease companies but eventually got to where we wanted. However I have had to lease it for 4 years to get a better deal. Is yours a company car?

I haven't officially ordered yet but will be doing this week. Hoping for the July delivery!

[jukkha156]

Originally Posted by BiGFather

Hi, you are in similar position like me. Bluestone + Cognac. Not so many people has it. I want it with pianoblack but try to watch this video, this guy has bluestone + cognac but the silver one instead of yours or piano : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XQMa6QLwZ0g

Brilliant thanks for sharing this

[jukkha156]

Originally Posted by robfen

if it was me I'd lose the privacy glass and display key and even the better speakers
for the vdc..I think it might be handy with the extra battery weight!

Thanks, based on yours and others feedback, i will get the VDC and lose the display key and speakers.

Are the standard speakers decent? I have Bose in my black edition Audi and they were very good.

I will have the 5 series for 4 years so don't want to regret this decision

[diinky]

Originally Posted by jukkha156

Thanks, as a company car driver, it made a lot of sense to go for plug in. The April laws in the UK are really going to penalise diesels. I am coming from an Audi A6 Avant ultra which is a great car but lease ends in July. Audi have dropped the ball in terms of plug in options. Ideally I would have preferred an estate for practical reasons but it was down to the 530E and E350e mercedes.

I went to the launch of the G30, 5 series and loved it. I have had to negotiate quite hard with the dealers (Manchester area) and lease companies but eventually got to where we wanted. However I have had to lease it for 4 years to get a better deal. Is yours a company car?

I haven't officially ordered yet but will be doing this week. Hoping for the July delivery!

yes it will be a company car. As you say the tax laws are crippling and this will only cost me about £150 per month in co car tax. How many miles do you drive a year? I drive about 26k. I presume you will be charging it every day?
I have a quotefor about 16.5% discount plus the government incentive of 2.5k towards it.
I will not be bothering with the VDC as im happy with the existing M Sport suspension on my current 5 series and this new one is apparently slightly softer which suits me. I had an Audi A5 S Line before and the suspension was hard compared to my 5 series.

[jukkha156]

Originally Posted by diinky

yes it will be a company car. As you say the tax laws are crippling and this will only cost me about £150 per month in co car tax. How many miles do you drive a year? I drive about 26k. I presume you will be charging it every day?
I have a quotefor about 16.5% discount plus the government incentive of 2.5k towards it.
I will not be bothering with the VDC as im happy with the existing M Sport suspension on my current 5 series and this new one is apparently slightly softer which suits me. I had an Audi A5 S Line before and the suspension was hard compared to my 5 series.

Hi Dinky, I drive 15,000 miles a year. on a 3 + 47 the company will be paying in the region of £530 per month based on options above.

What options are you looking to get including car colour etc. Yes looking to charge from home and work. My commute is 20 miles one way.

[Chuckyarla]

Originally Posted by jukkha156

Thanks, based on yours and others feedback, i will get the VDC and lose the display key and speakers.

Are the standard speakers decent? I have Bose in my black edition Audi and they were very good.

I will have the 5 series for 4 years so don't want to regret this decision

In the UK and here the standard sound system is very basic indeed. If you like your sound I think you should keep the HiFi speakers.

[jukkha156]

Originally Posted by Chuckyarla

In the UK and here the standard sound system is very basic indeed. If you like your sound I think you should keep the HiFi speakers.

thanks Chuck.

aah decisions decisions. What if i do away with sun protect. I may as well get that done after market?

[morellomax]

I would ditch sun protect. Went from an F10 with it to one without it and don't miss it at all, in fact prefer not to have it when parking/reversing in poor light.

[morellomax]

.... and you're based in Manchester, right ?

[jukkha156]

Originally Posted by morellomax

.... and you're based in Manchester, right ?

Thanks Morellomax, ref Sun protect.

It's just the kids (5 and 3) will be in the back most weekends.

Yes Manchester are you? Or are you thinking we only get rain so don't need sun protect hahahaha.

I am now also thinking of going for Bluestone with Ivory white dakota with blured walnut trim. Is this the better matching exterior/interor?

However I still really like the Cognac though!

AND will the white be hard to look after with 2 toddlers!

Not that they mess the current car up too much. (apart from kicking the seats).

[nickyhaan]

Originally Posted by jukkha156

Hi Guys,

It is a bit of a poverty spec order but I was wondering if you can kindly give me feedback for finer details and options.

I am currently going for:

530 E M SPORT, (with the standard silver 19's)
Blue stone Metallic,
Fine wood trim finline ridge with Cognac dakota leather
Adaptive Headlights
Spilt fold seats
Loud speaker System
sun protection glass
powered tailgate and
bmw display key

would anyone pick anything in replacement of these options above? ie gesture control for display key? (keeping the cost equivalents in consideration)

are the colour combos okay?

am i going to regret not getting VDC?

Anything else to consider?

many thanks for all your help in advance

got the exact same color combo on my car though i got the fineline cove instead, got my car last month and still love my choice ..

[BiGFather]

Morning guys. As I typed in my thread - if you post photos I will be really happy and it will also help others :-) thanks!

[jedpause]

Originally Posted by jukkha156

Hi Guys,

Am i going to regret not getting VDC?

Anything else to consider?

many thanks for all your help in advance

Yes, VDC I would very strongly suggest, top item !
Standard lights are absolutley fine, very bright, suggest High Beam assist if you do, cheap option...
Anti-Dazzle, folding side mirrors
Advanced Speaker system
(Sun Protection glass looks cool, not critical)

My 2 cents worth with 2 models and mistakes made

[jukkha156]

Originally Posted by jedpause

Yes, VDC I would very strongly suggest, top item !
Standard lights are absolutley fine, very bright, suggest High Beam assist if you do, cheap option...
Anti-Dazzle, folding side mirrors
Advanced Speaker system
(Sun Protection glass looks cool, not critical)

My 2 cents worth with 2 models and mistakes made

Thanks Jed for feedback.

I just seen your car, it looks stunning. I see you have the adapative lights and they look very good indeed.

I have a question about your wheels? They are 18" and not 19" M sport, also a different design? Did you specify 18's?

btw your blue interior looks stunning.

[jedpause]

Originally Posted by jukkha156

Thanks Jed for feedback.

I just seen your car, it looks stunning. I see you have the adapative lights and they look very good indeed.

I have a question about your wheels? They are 18" and not 19" M sport, also a different design? Did you specify 18's?

btw your blue interior looks stunning.

Actually, these are the standard lights, not the adaptive, Icon lights. Seriously bright even compared to Xenon (my first pictures are here https://goo.gl/photos/vkEL8aVLf88r5rRv8)

Again 18" M Sport 662M wheels...on purpose; I was going to order M Sport Plus pack with 19" rims, but decided against it, bumpier ride even with VDC, but more important a real b*tch to keep clean, so many facets... my 18" rims are a breeze to clean, only 5 spoke pairs per wheel

[jukkha156]

Originally Posted by jedpause

Actually, these are the standard lights, not the adaptive, Icon lights. Seriously bright even compared to Xenon (my first pictures are here https://goo.gl/photos/vkEL8aVLf88r5rRv8)

Again 18" M Sport 662M wheels...on purpose; I was going to order M Sport Plus pack with 19" rims, but decided against it, bumpier ride even with VDC, but more important a real b*tch to keep clean, so many facets... my 18" rims are a breeze to clean, only 5 spoke pairs per wheel

thanks again Jed. So if they are the standard lights (which look absolutely great, i have seen the iconic Adaptive LED lights, but what do the Adapative lights look like then?) any links anyone?

thanks again,
Anil