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      05-23-2014, 07:48 AM   #1
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Saying goodbye ...

Hi all. After more than 32k miles, I parted company with my M Sport yesterday. Some of you know we had a strained relationship from the start. Most of the issues were with BMW, but I had my share of frustrations with the car as well. It was time to move on. I will probably poke my head in here from time-to-time to see what's going on, but I don't want to be a disruption, so I'll keep future posts outside this thread to a minimum.

I will be listing a few parts for sale in the classifieds when I can get organized and snap a few pictures. Specifically:

17" winter wheel/tire package
Staggered 18" Conti DSW's
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Please send me a PM if you're interested in any of the parts, or just keep watching the classifieds for the formal listings.

Thanks to everyone ... it's been fun!
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      05-23-2014, 08:42 AM   #2
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Good to have had you around. Mind sharing what you got?
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      05-23-2014, 09:03 AM   #3
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Good to have had you around. Mind sharing what you got?
Not at all ... Touareg TDI R Line. It wasn't even on my list, but I was just blown away by it when I drove it.
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Good to have had you around. Mind sharing what you got?
Not at all ... Touareg TDI R Line. It wasn't even on my list, but I was just blown away by it when I drove it.
Very cool. Their new TDi is impressive. You certainly found yourself a lot more luxury. Congratulations.
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      05-23-2014, 11:13 AM   #5
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Not at all ... Touareg TDI R Line. It wasn't even on my list, but I was just blown away by it when I drove it.
I hope your Touareg experience turns out better than mine. Unfortunately - I learned that VW is a crappy company when it comes to customer support.
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      05-23-2014, 11:22 AM   #6
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I hope your Touareg experience turns out better than mine. Unfortunately - I learned that VW is a crappy company when it comes to customer support.
So I've heard. But I heard that about Audi, too, and our Q5 has been absolutely fantastic. I don't want to turn this into a BMW bashing thread, so I'll just say my BMW experience has been less than ideal and leave it at that.
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      05-23-2014, 11:25 AM   #7
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Our experience with Audi has been quite positive, but that's been true of the Bimmer thus far as well. We shall see.
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      05-23-2014, 01:35 PM   #8
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PM sent.
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      05-24-2014, 10:06 AM   #9
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A couple pics of the X1's replacement ...
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      05-26-2014, 11:54 AM   #10
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Nice looking ride!
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Very cool. Their new TDi is impressive. You certainly found yourself a lot more luxury. Congratulations.
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Nice looking ride!
Thanks guys. I always thought they were a little bland, but the R Line adds just enough visual pop to make it stand out. But what surprises me the most is how much I like driving it.
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      05-27-2014, 11:33 AM   #12
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I agree. Look nice in the R-Line. I didn't even know that this version of the SUV existed. I'll have to keep on eye on this and will follow up with you as my wife will be looking for a SUV in this size category in 2 years.
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I agree. Look nice in the R-Line. I didn't even know that this version of the SUV existed. I'll have to keep on eye on this and will follow up with you as my wife will be looking for a SUV in this size category in 2 years.
Same situation...looking at a Highlander or maybe something German again
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Same situation...looking at a Highlander or maybe something German again
You thinking of getting rid of your X1? Do you miss your Audi at all? My wife still loves her Q5, but I will tell you the Touareg absolutely blows the Q5 out of the water. It's not quite as sporty, but in all other aspects there's simply no comparison.

I actually like the looks of the Highlander, and in general I don't like Toyotas. I couldn't bring myself to take one for a test drive though. I took a long look at the Grand Cherokee, too, and was actually close to pulling the trigger on one until I drove the Touareg. The Touareg is so much more refined it seemed worth spending a little more. (Plus, I had a bad test drive experience in the GC. Really bad!)
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So I've heard. But I heard that about Audi, too, and our Q5 has been absolutely fantastic. I don't want to turn this into a BMW bashing thread, so I'll just say my BMW experience has been less than ideal and leave it at that.
Most experiences with brands revolve around individual dealership treatments vs the brand itself. Which in a way is a shame because dealership treatment can make or break a customer relationship. Good luck with your new vehicle.
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Winters and spacers claimed. DWS's listed in classifieds. Link

I still have the OEM chrome and black kidney grilles, and tan Weathertech front liners. Will consider any offers for pick up.
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