BMW 530i KILL!
03-25-2003, 12:46 PM
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Wow, this has got to be a first! A cocky TLS owner! I mean you would expect it from us BMW owners, but not one of you guys! (Thats why I still come here instead of BMW forums - talk about attitude and ego).
I love it how you comapre the TLS to ONLY the M5, S4, and E55 (and other ultra expensive super sport sedans). 1) Those cars will have you seeing their tailights any day, 2) Add some twisties and its even worse. Do you like to lose? Cause you would lose against ANY of those cars.
Why don't you consider racing cars that are more of a driver's challenge, aka cars in the same class and also involving some turns. Because we all know, mashing on the gas and steering in a straight line is harder than rocket science.
neojin
I love it how you comapre the TLS to ONLY the M5, S4, and E55 (and other ultra expensive super sport sedans). 1) Those cars will have you seeing their tailights any day, 2) Add some twisties and its even worse. Do you like to lose? Cause you would lose against ANY of those cars.
Why don't you consider racing cars that are more of a driver's challenge, aka cars in the same class and also involving some turns. Because we all know, mashing on the gas and steering in a straight line is harder than rocket science.
neojin
03-25-2003, 12:56 PM
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2fasttls is funny! I would love to see you race ray's car! Neojin, maybe you should see if there are any 540-6s interested in racing 2fasttls in jersey.
I love my car but agree with neo that the TLS does not compare to an M(anything) or E55! Stock, auto S4 maybe...but only in a straight line.
What mods do you have 2fast?
I love my car but agree with neo that the TLS does not compare to an M(anything) or E55! Stock, auto S4 maybe...but only in a straight line.
What mods do you have 2fast?
03-25-2003, 01:07 PM
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2fasttls....your call...I'll be at PArk Ave with my car regardless if you change your mind...and you are right...it would be a waste of time and gas for you.
03-25-2003, 02:57 PM
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ahem... this thread is so long that i am sure i must have posted earlier on, however, after reading some late comments I feel compelled to note that unlike mentioned here before, the TLS aint hitting no ceiling at 120. At that speed it actually changes VTEC configurations (in 4th) and really starts to haul azz. ( :wow: stock).
Is the 540 limited in speed also, or are those only the punnie 3 series? 'cause if it is....
BTW with all of you familiar with the turnpike heading north in South Florida (miami-dade/broward), Right after the Calder race track toll booth (beginning of turnpike extension) there is a nice little left sweeping curve with a short exit and countered with the on ramp at the end... 100 mph in 3rd... pulling out strong... If our stock tires are chit then I can't wait to get on some serious rubber, 'cause the car impressed me with the lateral force it was excerting.
M cars are a-w-s-o-m-e (but for the money -yes it is a real factor- the tl-s is a-w-s-o-m-e too)
Is the 540 limited in speed also, or are those only the punnie 3 series? 'cause if it is....
BTW with all of you familiar with the turnpike heading north in South Florida (miami-dade/broward), Right after the Calder race track toll booth (beginning of turnpike extension) there is a nice little left sweeping curve with a short exit and countered with the on ramp at the end... 100 mph in 3rd... pulling out strong... If our stock tires are chit then I can't wait to get on some serious rubber, 'cause the car impressed me with the lateral force it was excerting.
M cars are a-w-s-o-m-e (but for the money -yes it is a real factor- the tl-s is a-w-s-o-m-e too)
03-25-2003, 03:36 PM
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lover and fighter
LOL...I didn't say the TL-S wouldn't exceed 120mph, I said it hits a wall at around 120mph...From 120 to 130 something takes as long as a Eurovan does to hit 60! Forfreakinever!
I don't think any TL-S owner (except maybe 2fast) is gonna claim the TL-S pulls on anything at 120 and above--even with mods like mine...:flamer:
I don't think any TL-S owner (except maybe 2fast) is gonna claim the TL-S pulls on anything at 120 and above--even with mods like mine...:flamer:
03-26-2003, 12:18 AM
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Originally posted by 2fasttls
R.khan I really dont wanna waste my time and gas if it isn't a S4......sorry
R.khan I really dont wanna waste my time and gas if it isn't a S4......sorry
When you run a high 12, low 13 at over 105 mph...let me know..
Edit...forgot to mention that Ray has the exact same hardware I do
03-26-2003, 06:51 AM
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Hmm....I have an A4 and I don't waste my time on S4's...much less TLS's. Yeah, that GT-28 under my hood is the main reason why...
03-26-2003, 09:32 AM
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Yup...Gotta love the streets of J-ville. There are like 9,000 Monte Carlos and Taurus owners with the whole replica Nascar theme going on. I figure on the highway when they are drafting behind me at 65mph and make that .249 second lane change to the left to slingshot around me, I have no chance at all and don't even bother hitting the s/s to try to keep up...
03-26-2003, 09:40 AM
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people like that are the reason I've been staying ouit of the left lane unless I need to pass. but even then so, like you say then come right up on your and draft a bit until they wan to go left to pass you. When people see your car is modded, they all seem to want a piece. And very few people handle losing well.
03-26-2003, 09:44 AM
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still a Masshole
Losing...whats that feel like?
Originally posted by Ray_Khan
When people see your car is modded, they all seem to want a piece. And very few people handle losing well.
When people see your car is modded, they all seem to want a piece. And very few people handle losing well.
03-26-2003, 09:46 AM
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lover and fighter
'cuz he heard about the stickers...
I bet if he slaps a big 'ol "3" on the back window, "VTEC Inside" on the sides and a 36" Neuspeed on the front that A4 is getting owN3D...
I hate losing to anything that looks like a Nascar but those Taurus and Montes just have way too much for me...
I bet if he slaps a big 'ol "3" on the back window, "VTEC Inside" on the sides and a 36" Neuspeed on the front that A4 is getting owN3D...
I hate losing to anything that looks like a Nascar but those Taurus and Montes just have way too much for me...
03-27-2003, 05:11 PM
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I am not knocking or picking on the Bimmers, but the encounter that I had with a 540i was not good for the bimmer. I killed a 540 and dont get me wrong, I believe that the 540 is a better car but as far as performance with bimmers, you should be prepared to send big bucks for an M3 or M5 if you want performance like our Type S.... anything in between is worthless getting. After all its a rich man's car .....lol
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