S300L W221 vs 730Li?
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wobbles
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Re: S300L W221 vs 730Li?
The present S300L also has adjustable rear seats - no massage function, just electronic adjustment. The 730Li only has the normal seats at the back.
S300L no GPS, 730Li has inbuilt GPS. S300L don't have integral active steering, 730Li has IAS as standard, and although I don't like IAS per se, it is a life saver for car parking because the car is so fcuking long!!!
My info might be a bit outdated on this, but the time I was checking (end 2010/early 2011) out my E65 replacement, the S300L didn't have reverse camera - only parktronic sensors. The 730Li had reverse camera + guidance + park distance sensors.
The S300L has keypad for you to key in the phone number to call (bluetoothing your mobile phone), 730Li only has that idrive controller for you to spin until siao.
730Li also comes with PML's unique 7PP+ membership - free car spa, free yacht hire, chauffeur usage twice a year, pick up and drop off servicing etc - all for first 3 years of ownership. S300L got zip all in this department.
I decided on the F02 ultimately because my previous E65 also allowed me to enjoy the lifestyle benefits - and we made use of the yacht hire, chauffeur service etc on more than one occasion.
Good luck to your friend!
Happy new year!
The present S300L also has adjustable rear seats - no massage function, just electronic adjustment. The 730Li only has the normal seats at the back.
S300L no GPS, 730Li has inbuilt GPS. S300L don't have integral active steering, 730Li has IAS as standard, and although I don't like IAS per se, it is a life saver for car parking because the car is so fcuking long!!!
My info might be a bit outdated on this, but the time I was checking (end 2010/early 2011) out my E65 replacement, the S300L didn't have reverse camera - only parktronic sensors. The 730Li had reverse camera + guidance + park distance sensors.
The S300L has keypad for you to key in the phone number to call (bluetoothing your mobile phone), 730Li only has that idrive controller for you to spin until siao.
730Li also comes with PML's unique 7PP+ membership - free car spa, free yacht hire, chauffeur usage twice a year, pick up and drop off servicing etc - all for first 3 years of ownership. S300L got zip all in this department.
I decided on the F02 ultimately because my previous E65 also allowed me to enjoy the lifestyle benefits - and we made use of the yacht hire, chauffeur service etc on more than one occasion.
Good luck to your friend!
Happy new year!
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wobbles
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Re: S300L W221 vs 730Li?
Oh, I forgot to add (otherwise, all the brothers will be rushing in here to comment) - 730Li still has that creamy, silky smooth, world famous strawberries & cream with sugar frosting N52B30 IL6 engine. Hehehhe. Truth be told, it is a lot smoother than the V6 in the S300L.
And a couple of other facts: new 730Lis (as in the latest batch) also comes optioned with back window side electronic roller shades. My 730Li only has the roller shade for the rear window. Also, all 7ers have automatic 4 zone air con control - including individual climate control Left & Right for the back passengers. The 7ers also come with BMW factory sun-protection glazing for all windows - and if you add your favourite tint to it, it's super cooling.
S300L only has 2 zone control & only has air vent outlets for the passengers @ the back. But S300L got analogue clock - wife say a bit more high class than digital clock on Bimmer. Win some, lose some, I guess.
Sorry for being so lor soh, but I was also faced with a similar dilemma when making my replacement choice for the E65 a year ago (Jan 2011). We were considering the 740Li, S350L, S300L or 730Li. In the end, after weighing the pros & cons, we decided on the 7ers, but then the HPFP issue more or less settled us on the 730Li. Never regretted it - drives like a luxobarge should - wafts lazily on the roads, plenty of pulling power in a linear, predictable fashion, never seems rushed & the insulation is really superb.
We were reminded of just how well insulated the 7er was, over New Year's Eve, because we were carrying durians home & the car stank. So, I switched off the air-con, opened up the sunroof & downed the windows. FCUK, the roads are noisy!!! We've totally forgotten how cosseted & cocooned we've been, in the 730Li
And if your friend don't mind 'pre-registered' 730Li, there are specials going on at PML - saw the ad over the weekend. Apparently can save up to $39,000 and still get free hotel room stay! Listed retail is $355,800 for the 730Li, about $3K more than the S300L - but can nego a bit, I'm sure!
Good luck again, and I'll shut up now.
Oh, I forgot to add (otherwise, all the brothers will be rushing in here to comment) - 730Li still has that creamy, silky smooth, world famous strawberries & cream with sugar frosting N52B30 IL6 engine. Hehehhe. Truth be told, it is a lot smoother than the V6 in the S300L.
And a couple of other facts: new 730Lis (as in the latest batch) also comes optioned with back window side electronic roller shades. My 730Li only has the roller shade for the rear window. Also, all 7ers have automatic 4 zone air con control - including individual climate control Left & Right for the back passengers. The 7ers also come with BMW factory sun-protection glazing for all windows - and if you add your favourite tint to it, it's super cooling.
S300L only has 2 zone control & only has air vent outlets for the passengers @ the back. But S300L got analogue clock - wife say a bit more high class than digital clock on Bimmer. Win some, lose some, I guess.
Sorry for being so lor soh, but I was also faced with a similar dilemma when making my replacement choice for the E65 a year ago (Jan 2011). We were considering the 740Li, S350L, S300L or 730Li. In the end, after weighing the pros & cons, we decided on the 7ers, but then the HPFP issue more or less settled us on the 730Li. Never regretted it - drives like a luxobarge should - wafts lazily on the roads, plenty of pulling power in a linear, predictable fashion, never seems rushed & the insulation is really superb.
We were reminded of just how well insulated the 7er was, over New Year's Eve, because we were carrying durians home & the car stank. So, I switched off the air-con, opened up the sunroof & downed the windows. FCUK, the roads are noisy!!! We've totally forgotten how cosseted & cocooned we've been, in the 730Li
And if your friend don't mind 'pre-registered' 730Li, there are specials going on at PML - saw the ad over the weekend. Apparently can save up to $39,000 and still get free hotel room stay! Listed retail is $355,800 for the 730Li, about $3K more than the S300L - but can nego a bit, I'm sure!
Good luck again, and I'll shut up now.
Hublot
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Re: S300L W221 vs 730Li?
Thks again bro Wobbles
I thk his main concerns would be the completely new model S coming in 2012/2013 or the facelifted 730Li F02 in term of its resale value.
Other than that He told me he really likes the comfortable S300L.
What is yr take?
Thks again bro Wobbles
I thk his main concerns would be the completely new model S coming in 2012/2013 or the facelifted 730Li F02 in term of its resale value.
Other than that He told me he really likes the comfortable S300L.
What is yr take?
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Re: S300L W221 vs 730Li?
Truth be told, altho I say BMW very strawberry n will sleep inside one, I think the S Class looks better than the old 7er...n spit at BMW tat time. But tat all changed when F1/2 arrived. Now I spit at S Class and Sherman cuz he has the old 7er
Truth be told, altho I say BMW very strawberry n will sleep inside one, I think the S Class looks better than the old 7er...n spit at BMW tat time. But tat all changed when F1/2 arrived. Now I spit at S Class and Sherman cuz he has the old 7er
wobbles
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Re: S300L W221 vs 730Li?
No worries, bro Hublot. My opinion is that once the new S comes out, the old one will look dated - fast. I also fell prey to the same feeling with my E65. I got a brand new E65 near the end of its life-cycle (2008). A year later, the F02 came out (2009/2010). Less than a year after the F02's hit the road, I buay tahan already, and went shopping at PML. I ended up trading in a 2 year old E65 with about 12K on the clock.
Unless your friend is really not bothered about his car looking old & dated (although it's a brand new car), then, go for the S300L if he's being driven around. Got the electric adjustable seats @ the back - shiok leh.
If he's not being chauffeured, but he drives, he'll find the S300L sluggish off the line & the V6 is a little short of grunt compared to the venerable IL6, IMHO.
My family (apart from me) are all Merc drivers (C, E, S - you name it, they've owned it) - so, I do have a bit of experience with both marques. After I defected to the Roundel Camp, frankly, I've never looked back.
Maybe he should wait for the new S to be released - but then, the S300L will take at least 1/2 a year to a year later to appear on the roads. Usually they release the big-engined capacities first, then only filter down to the base models. Having said that, the new E launch deviated from set precedent by launching the E200 & E250 @ the same time as the E300 & E350 - smart move, IMHO. Maybe the new S will follow the convention?
Happy New Year again!
No worries, bro Hublot. My opinion is that once the new S comes out, the old one will look dated - fast. I also fell prey to the same feeling with my E65. I got a brand new E65 near the end of its life-cycle (2008). A year later, the F02 came out (2009/2010). Less than a year after the F02's hit the road, I buay tahan already, and went shopping at PML. I ended up trading in a 2 year old E65 with about 12K on the clock.
Unless your friend is really not bothered about his car looking old & dated (although it's a brand new car), then, go for the S300L if he's being driven around. Got the electric adjustable seats @ the back - shiok leh.
If he's not being chauffeured, but he drives, he'll find the S300L sluggish off the line & the V6 is a little short of grunt compared to the venerable IL6, IMHO.
My family (apart from me) are all Merc drivers (C, E, S - you name it, they've owned it) - so, I do have a bit of experience with both marques. After I defected to the Roundel Camp, frankly, I've never looked back.
Maybe he should wait for the new S to be released - but then, the S300L will take at least 1/2 a year to a year later to appear on the roads. Usually they release the big-engined capacities first, then only filter down to the base models. Having said that, the new E launch deviated from set precedent by launching the E200 & E250 @ the same time as the E300 & E350 - smart move, IMHO. Maybe the new S will follow the convention?
Happy New Year again!
wobbles
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Re: S300L W221 vs 730Li?
+1 what bro MW said. Present S class looks nicer than old E65/66. However, I personally feel the S class is ALSO a fugly piece of slapped on styling. WTF issit with the rabbit hutch boot cover? That's so old-school Bangle. Want to copy also not to that extent mah. Fugly. Really Fugly.
F02, now that's a sleek piece of metal, IMHO... hehehe. I have to say that mah, since I'm driving one now.
Of course, when my F13 comes in, I will also say "mmm... F13, now that's a beautiful piece of work", hahahahaha.
MW;724371 said:
+1 what bro MW said. Present S class looks nicer than old E65/66. However, I personally feel the S class is ALSO a fugly piece of slapped on styling. WTF issit with the rabbit hutch boot cover? That's so old-school Bangle. Want to copy also not to that extent mah. Fugly. Really Fugly.
F02, now that's a sleek piece of metal, IMHO... hehehe. I have to say that mah, since I'm driving one now.
Of course, when my F13 comes in, I will also say "mmm... F13, now that's a beautiful piece of work", hahahahaha.
Re: S300L W221 vs 730Li?
I will try my best to join this week..at the moment 80% should be able to make it..NNB still in pain and cannot even jog...
I will try my best to join this week..at the moment 80% should be able to make it..NNB still in pain and cannot even jog...
wobbles;724449 said:Hahaha. Tks bro zorro. Will you be joining us for the game this Thursday? I dunwan to be the only old fogey there hahahah. F02 is for wife's needs mah. She used to be from Merc camp... 640 is my wet dream come true
wobbles
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Re: S300L W221 vs 730Li?
Bro Hublot, white in brown or black interior is also damn swee. White will make the 7er look damn big and imposing, perfect for the towkay
I think 730Li in Asian markets will still retain strawberry N52. N55 reserved for 740Li - if they swap the N54 out, that is. Right now, the 740Li pre-face lift is still running N54 engines, IIRC.
Bro Hublot, white in brown or black interior is also damn swee. White will make the 7er look damn big and imposing, perfect for the towkay
I think 730Li in Asian markets will still retain strawberry N52. N55 reserved for 740Li - if they swap the N54 out, that is. Right now, the 740Li pre-face lift is still running N54 engines, IIRC.
