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Hi Krell, I have ordered very similar
520d MSport Imperial blue Xirallic
Oyster/Black Dakota leather
Media Package - BMW Professional
Sport Automatic transmission
USB interface
Front seat heating
Folding & dimming exterior mirrors
Professional loudspeaker system
Speed limit display
Split-folding rear seats
- I've had an E61 in the past, this is the compromise and you can easily get bikes in etc
For company car driver in the UK the 520d is an absolute no-brainer, incredible value for money both on leasing rates and taxation. Yes, the E60 520d is a bit feeble below 1700rpm, but with auto in sport mode it is not an issue.
MSport package - after adding what for me are some key extras to the SE, you end up with a small difference to getting the MSport
- 18" alloys (the E60 19s are too prone to kerb damage in real life)
- M suspension, I really like the handling (at least on E60) and probably wouldn't use VDC adjustment on a daily basis
- Sports seats are much more supportive than the standard ones
- Slightly smaller steering wheel actually makes a big difference
- Anthracite headliner, not essential but fits much better to Oyster/Black
Comfort access - for me it's a luxury item given that the only difference now is you don't need to press the key to open the car.
Ambient lighting - I would have ordered it, but you then get stupid chrome strips on the door handles to match the MSport shadowline trim !
DAB digital radio - I decided not to bother, FM is better quality in many cases and won't be switched off for a long time. I mainly listen to MP3s on a USB HDD.
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