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      12-03-2010, 03:22 PM   #22
ipso_facto
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Drives: F10 520d M Sport (Sports Auto)
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Originally Posted by MySport View Post
Hi, my question really is directed to ipso facto. I have a M-Sport 520d on order. I also have gone for the sports auto box.
But living in Kent, and having to deal with the weather we've had over the last week, I'd really like to know what it's like in the snow?
Are you able to lock it into a higher gear and pull away? Can you stop it changing up or down while driving?
Be pleased to hear from anyone who has had experience with this setup.
Sorry I can't answer that one: I've only left the house on foot since Monday evening!! Personally speaking, I wouldn't take a rear wheel drive car onto icy roads unless it was a genuine emergency. Even then, I'd seek any other alternative first.

I'd post this one as a dedicated topic if you want to get some response on these questions.

I would have seriously considered the xdrive if that were an option for UK spec 5's, but it is not currently - what a shame!

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