I own a 98 540i, and previously a 3 series. I was gearing up for a fun ED trip and a new 550i. Went to the dealer.
Loved the 550i... but, (like every car mag incl. car and driver) the idrive is just the worst invention in the history of bmw. OK, i know you guys will defend it, but truth be told, it sucks.
I think it is basically a deal breaker. When, oh when, will BMW give up on this and admit it is a MISTAKE! It ruins the car for me. REally. A shame considering the 550i is perfect otherwise. I don't care about "getting used to it"... I am not into "getting used to it"! It really really really is not a good thing! Geez! ARRGH. Frustrated and confused... and now looking around... E series, M45, maybe a cayman... but please, no more idrive in future BMWs! I am pleading! stop it!
Loved the 550i... but, (like every car mag incl. car and driver) the idrive is just the worst invention in the history of bmw. OK, i know you guys will defend it, but truth be told, it sucks.
I think it is basically a deal breaker. When, oh when, will BMW give up on this and admit it is a MISTAKE! It ruins the car for me. REally. A shame considering the 550i is perfect otherwise. I don't care about "getting used to it"... I am not into "getting used to it"! It really really really is not a good thing! Geez! ARRGH. Frustrated and confused... and now looking around... E series, M45, maybe a cayman... but please, no more idrive in future BMWs! I am pleading! stop it!