Re: NEED HELP 540i vs 540iA

[George.Ax@xxxxxxx]

>Hi,
>
>I'm a new subscriber to the bmw digest and I am beseeching the list for
>some advice.  I'm 53, live in a populated area of central PA and am
>bored with my current vehicles including a '98 M-B E320.  I am seeking
>new adventures with a fun sport sedan.  I have driven the 540i with 6
>speed and find it amazing as a total performance vehicle.
>Unfortunately, I have been told that the 6 speed may be tough to drive
>in congested traffic conditions and I'm concerned that it will become
>tedious to drive over time.  I have not had the opportunity to drive the
>Steptronic as no regional dealer has one in stock at the moment.  Any
>comments regarding either automatic version of the 540iA would be
>greatly appreciated particularly with reference to the 540i 6 speed in
>terms of a mid-life crisis fun vehicle.
>
>Thanks in advance.
>
>Paul T. Collura


The 540i isn't a mid-life crisis fun vehicle ...
the M5 is a mid-life crisis fun vehicle!
Come on, REALLY live a little.  It's only $69K+
Besides, it will settle your stick vs auto debate once and for all!

o/______\o    AxMan
(oo_OO_oo)   '88 535i
[]o----o[]   125K miles, sharked on Thanksgiving!

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