[Jon D]

Ordered my 535d M Sport on Thursday 12th August and got it today
Left Aberdeen at noon and did a gentle 50 miles at varying speeds, whilst keeping it below 2,500 RPM - obviously loads more where that came from, but I'm not going to start opening up until I've done at least 1,000 miles.
Car now washed, dried and in the garage ready for an early morning start with the 'Werkstat'; wheels coming off too for a coating of 'Poorboys' sealant - pictures to follow when I'm done.
Naturally I can't give any detailed opinions after such a short journey on a typically 'driech' Scottish day, but I'm very impressed so far and having driven over a good selection of surfaces, I'm extremely glad that I went for the adaptive drive - significant and very noticeable differences between the modes.
Comfort seats excellent too with side bolsters as good as those on my E92; trouble is that there's so many adjustments - it'll take me a while to get it 'just right'.
More later...

[dgmc]

Originally Posted by Jon D

Ordered my 535d M Sport on Thursday 12th August and got it today
Left Aberdeen at noon and did a gentle 50 miles at varying speeds, whilst keeping it below 2,500 RPM - obviously loads more where that came from, but I'm not going to start opening up until I've done at least 1,000 miles.
Car now washed, dried and in the garage ready for an early morning start with the 'Werkstat'; wheels coming off too for a coating of 'Poorboys' sealant - pictures to follow when I'm done.
Naturally I can't give any detailed opinions after such a short journey on a typically 'driech' Scottish day, but I'm very impressed so far and having driven over a good selection of surfaces, I'm extremely glad that I went for the adaptive drive - significant and very noticeable differences between the modes.
Comfort seats excellent too with side bolsters as good as those on my E92; trouble is that there's so many adjustments - it'll take me a while to get it 'just right'.
More later...

Excellent. Looking forward to the pictures. I'm hoping to order a 530d auto in next week or so but very keen to hear your comparison of handling vs your previous 330d M Sport. I'm planning changing from a 320d Edition M Sport and hoping for similar handling (albeit expect some drop off due to extra weight/size) but a much improved ride. Interested to hear that there is a good difference in the modes.

Congrats on your motor!!

David

[Jon D]

Originally Posted by dgmc

Excellent. Looking forward to the pictures. I'm hoping to order a 530d auto in next week or so but very keen to hear your comparison of handling vs your previous 330d M Sport. I'm planning changing from a 320d Edition M Sport and hoping for similar handling (albeit expect some drop off due to extra weight/size) but a much improved ride. Interested to hear that there is a good difference in the modes.

Congrats on your motor!!

David

If you're thinking of a 530d with auto, why not go the extra and get a 535d which comes with auto as standard. I'm sure you've done the sums, but I don't think there's all that much difference when you have both cars similarly configured.
Even though I'm taking it easy for for the first 1K miles, I can really feel the power difference.
Apart from that, there's also increased MPG - go on, you know it makes sense!

[dgmc]

Originally Posted by Jon D

If you're thinking of a 530d with auto, why not go the extra and get a 535d which comes with auto as standard. I'm sure you've done the sums, but I don't think there's all that much difference when you have both cars similarly configured.
Even though I'm taking it easy for for the first 1K miles, I can really feel the power difference.
Apart from that, there's also increased MPG - go on, you know it makes sense!

It still works out at £3500 of a difference to a 530d auto. Given I'm coming from a 320d, felt it would be good step up though I would use the performance. I'm a bit puzzled by the better mpg listed on BMW site!! I know that bigger engines can be more fuel efficient at times. A 535d would put price over £50k which is more than I would want to spend.

What is you mpg listing after your 50mile trip? What wheel size do you have - 19s?

[SDRX]

Congratulations, I will hopefully be getting mine next week, even though i ordered 1 day before you!

A very good car, nicely equipped too. We urgently need pics of it !! Can't wait to see it !!!!


Well done, be proud !

[Jon D]

Originally Posted by dgmc

What is you mpg listing after your 50mile trip? What wheel size do you have - 19s?

TBH I didn't look at the trip computer and I won't be paying it serious heed until the engine's loosened up - then I'll start comparing it with brim-to-brim checks to establish accuracy and monitor it thereafter.
I have the standard M Sport 18's mainly because I didn't like the look of the optional 19's, I'll see how I go, but might upgrade to the 281 style 'V' spoke 19" or even 20" after the forthcoming Scottish winter!

[Jon D]

Originally Posted by SDRX

Congratulations, I will hopefully be getting mine next week, even though i ordered 1 day before you!

A very good car, nicely equipped too. We urgently need pics of it !! Can't wait to see it !!!!


Well done, be proud !

Thanks; if my short trip today is anything to go by, you have a lot to look forward to.
Pics just as soon as it's all nice and shiny.
Cheers,
Jon D.

[SDRX]

did you opt for BMW Clean and Protect?

[Jon D]

Originally Posted by SDRX

did you opt for BMW Clean and Protect?

Absolutely not - check for opinions on this at: http://www.detailingworld.co.uk/forum/index.php and other similar forums. The consensus is that it's a rip-off, especially if you're prepared to polish the car yourself.
This was confirmed by several local paint finishers and detailers, especially Polished Bliss at Kintore - they know what they're talking about, give friendly advice and don't try to flog you the most expensive stuff on the shelf; have a look at their site: http://www.polishedbliss.co.uk/

[grimlock]

congrats!

Ive always wondered what diesels felt like, we dont get them here in Hong Kong, esp the 535d -it has crazy torque! can u feel all the power?
anyways, enjoy!

[rsyed]

Originally Posted by Jon D

Pics just as soon as it's all nice and shiny.

considering you are from scotland, we could be up for a loooooong wait

congrats on your car - it is a screamer

[Jon D]

Originally Posted by rsyed

considering you are from scotland, we could be up for a loooooong wait

Ah, the wonders of EU bureaucracy
Dingolfling to Aberdeen is 2,050 Km plus getting over or under the Channel, whereas Dingolfling to Vienna is a simple road trip of 370 Km.
Makes perfect sense to me - thank you Strasbourg

[smanoj77]

Congrats on the car!!
I'm sure you'll fall even more in love with your baby the more you drive it.
Waiting for nice weather up there on scotland before you take the pics?? dude we need pics sometime this year.
I agree there is no point looking at mileage so early. It takes a few hundred miles before the engine settles down on a decent mileage.
Enjoy tour new ride.

[Kalle]

Congrats Jon D!!
535D is a fantastic car with a monster engine.
I smile every time i move the trottle

Kalle

[bm323]

Originally Posted by Jon D

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how is adaptive drive's sport mode compared to the M-sport suspension?