"Ramone Cila" > wrote in message
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> AutoWeek does a test/report on the 545 in this weeks issue and says it
> remains the "king of mid-sized performance sedans". It is a "Peerless
> Performer" according to them. It is "Still The Champ". And the article
> goes
> on to accurately describe the driving experience in the car.
>
> And they still don't like the looks so much. Though they did seem to agree
> the i-drive falls into line after becoming accustomed to it.
>
> All in all exactly what a BMW should be: unequaled in performance yet
> quirky and eccentric in all other areas.
>
> Really, this is the best and most accurate review of the car I have seen
> to
> date from ANY American publication. Unlike other US rags these guys really
> do "get" the car and what it is about. You can do that and still dislike
> the
> looks.
>
It's a fair review. A good review. As far as what "they' think about the
looks, I'd have to say that that point is debatable. The beauty or lack
thereof is purely a matter of individual preference.