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      05-20-2010, 02:37 PM   #1
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F10 550i sports transmission

I am about to order F10 550i ED.
I need to make a selection between steprtonic 8 speed and sports transmission.
There are mixed information confuse me:
BMW configurator says "6" speed sports automatic,
My CA says difference between two is only with or without paddle shift,
BMW overview and european brochure says 8 speed sports automatic.

Can anyone tell which story is correct for US model?
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      05-20-2010, 03:01 PM   #2
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Both the Steptronic and the Sports Automatic are 8-speeds. Only the Manual transmission is a 6-speed.
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      05-20-2010, 03:05 PM   #3
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The new available sport automatic transmission receives a unique shifter design and F-1 inspired shifter paddles on the steering wheel, which allow for faster up and down shifter and throttle blipping.

Also included in the sports automatic transmission is a special sport mode that enable "super fast" gearshifts for quick and responsive power.

Benefits:
* fast and sporty shifting
* instantaneous power
* quick acceleration
* occupies less space in the console allowing room for an extra storage tray


So ... I believe its a 500 dollar option which in the scheme of things is minuscule.
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      05-21-2010, 10:46 AM   #4
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Thanks all,

I decided to choose sport auto based on your feedback.

I am going to place an order tonight, DE pick up date was set as July 26th. My son lives in Germany so I plan to take him to a maiden drive.
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