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      09-26-2010, 07:27 PM   #1
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2008 M3 out and in 2011 550xi M-Sport order

I just placed my order for a 2011 550xi yesterday. Some may consider me crazy, but I got out of my 2008 M3 Convertible lease 13 months early to do so. Living in Minnesota doesn't allow for much sense to have a car sit idle for around 5 months of the year. Besides, the low miles and great condition of my M3 allowed me to essentially come out even after the buy out. I did need to make the concession of compensating for the thin tread on the wheels, but I felt that was justifiable given the wear and tear put on them (with great joy). Until my 550xi arrives, I'll be using my 2010 Range Rover Sport Supercharged.

Here are the specs on my 550xi:
Alpine White
Oyster/Black Nappa Leather
M-Sport Package (Anthracite Wood Trim)
Cold Weather Package
Premium Package 2
Comfort Access Keyless Entry

Any comments or thoughts would be appreciated on the order. I understand I have a brief amount of time to modify.

One last thought, I was considering holding out for the 2011 M5, but justified by not dealing with the likelyhood of a price tag nearing 6 digits. I also thought of the possibility of entering into the new M3 once they arrive for model year 2012.
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      09-26-2010, 08:45 PM   #2
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I just did the exact same thing. Totally different beast, but you'll be happy at the end. I also had a 2008 m3 convertible, got out of the lease 14 months early, just couldn't have it sit all winter. I absolutely love my 550i.
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I just did the exact same thing. Totally different beast, but you'll be happy at the end. I also had a 2008 m3 convertible, got out of the lease 14 months early, just couldn't have it sit all winter. I absolutely love my 550i.
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I just did the exact same thing. I just got out of the lease for my 2008 M3 convertible 14 mths early and got a 2011 550i. Totally different beast, but absolutely amazing. No regrets at all, no question, a more practical decision. Get all the toys!!
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      10-03-2010, 11:16 PM   #5
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Good to hear there are like-minded guys out there.

Yes, I did modify my 550xi order and got a few more "toys." I added the Convenience Package (instead of just the comfort access key), shift paddles, smart-phone integration and side/top view cameras to the build I had originally created. I contemplated Nappa leather, but figured I would restrain myself just a bit.

The car ended up in week 44 production, but I won't be able to get it until December. Perhaps there will be better money factor and residual value numbers during the holidays.

Did you have any problems getting out of your lease early?
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