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Originally Posted by BimmerGuyFL

The 550i I test drove on Saturday did have the Sports Package and Dynamic Handling package as well. I switched on the drive between Normal, to Comfort, then Sport, and Sport +. I honestly didn't feel too much of a difference in the shocks as far as being a lot softer or a lot firmer. When in Sport or Sport + all it seems to do is make the steering a bit sharper with no extra heft built into it and make the transmission more responsive as well as the throttle. The hard edge ride quality that was present in the E60 models is completely gone. Now the 5-series is more of a refined high-speed cruiser than it ever was before.

The 535i I test drove did NOT have the sports package. I felt this setup and engine was more suited for those that are accustomed to driving a 5-series as it felt more natural and agile being about 300 pounds lighter than the 550i.

I'll be VERY curious to try it. I had one E34 and three E39s (see signature below), then a 335i coupe, then the M3. With the E39M5, you knew you were trying to get 4,000 pounds to change direction. I love the tossability of the Threes, but I'm really seduced by the features and looks of the F10.