Re: BMW: Real-world performance failure (long) (archive)

I have never seen such a lot of responses to a posting in my time of following this discussion group. So I need to start off by saying that, based on the Marketing Development Measurements that BMWs competitors use, BMW IS easily out done by others.
But that Blue Medallion means something of value to those who own it (Not the Yuppies or wannabes).
It means a machine that is (As discussed before) Balanced. And what does "Balance" mean?
I have a 1992 535I. 5 speed, 6 cyl, 4 door sedan. I recently had all the bushings and Guibo replaced. Shocks are still stock. Springs are still stock. It has 107K miles on it and it is the most HONEST driving car I have ever owned. And I have owned a few in my 34 years of licenced driving experience. Having driven my friends 430 I miss the feeling of a Clutch. Having driven my other friends Z-1, I understand accelleration, but not ride. And the Jag 30 is nice, but somehow the guages and instruments just don't fit where I want to see them.
And that is the issue here. This car (The e-28 has better visibility, but worse electrics) is the best Compromise of what *I* want in a sedan. If you know what I mean, then I don't have to explain. It is like Viking Boats. Once you have it, you don't have to explain it. It just IS.

I know. This discussion lacks "Factual market Data" for discussion. SO I guess I just will be quiet, and smile all during the drive home.

Jim McDonald

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