Re: 528e auto transmission; don't bother with chip!

[Stephen Carlisle <scarl1847@xxxxxxx>]

Ron,

I really do like the car, very much.  I went to a  Mercedes dealer looking
for a Mercedes, but the salesman talked me into the BMW.  I was looking for
a comfortable car, primarily;   I was uncomfortable driving my Corolla for
extended periods of time.  This BMW must have been owned by the legendary
little old man and lady, because it is in nearly mint condition and had only
61,000 miles on it.  It has as much power as I need for the driving that I
do.  It handles extremely well and has all the luxury-car features that I
wanted.  It cruises on the highway very comfortably at what I consider high
speeds.  I plan to own it for as long as it lasts, which I am told will be
quite awhile.

Steve C.

Ron Buchalski wrote:

> Stephen,
>
> The important question is:  do YOU like the car?
>
> I've owned an '85 318i since 1988.  It's not a quick car.  But, with
> some suspension improvements (Bilstein Sports, Eibach Pro-Kit,
> Suspension Techniques), some good tires (Yoko A-509, 205-60R14), a
> Jacobs ignition, a good state of tune, and a good stereo, make the car
> plenty of fun for daily commuting.  When the drive is 100 miles per day,
> a fun car that gets 30+ mpg is a great deal.
>
> I just don't challenge Chevy Cavaliers to stoplight racing.
>
> -rb
>

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