3 extras to retrofit on a used BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo
The discontinued BWM 5 Series Gran Turismo provides those with penchant for oddball luxury vehicles with a relatively affordable premium product based on solid underpinnings with potent engine options. We have a look at 3 extras to retrofit on a used Gran Turismo.
In 2010 BMW launched one of its quirkier products, the 5 Series Grand Turismo (F07), which despite wearing the 5 Series badge, is more like the F01-generation 7 Series and E70 X5 models in terms of its dimensions. If you can handle its rather ungainly exterior appearance, there may just be a practical, comfortable, and relatively affordable pre-owned BMW offering in a 5 Series GT.
Its range of four and six-cylinder diesel engines as well as potent six and eight-cylinder turbocharged petrol engines all paired with an 8-speed automatic gearbox mean that the Grand Turismo line-up has an engine to suit most needs and requirements. Its respectable level of standard equipment, seating for five along with 500-litres of boot space, which can extend to 650-litres with the rear seats pushed forward make this a practical luxury car that can be bought for less than some budget hatchbacks. Here are 3 extras to retrofit to a GT, should you take the plunge.
With a standard 5-year/100 000km MotorPlan, even the newest 5 Series GT models locally, which were registered in 2016, will soon be out of their respective maintenance plans.
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These optional extras are all high-quality products, however, we must insist that you please consult with a dealership or approved BMW fitment centre before going ahead with the installation.
1.Thule Force XT L
At R 16 999, the Thule Force XT XL is certainly not cheap, however, it will endow your 5 Series with an additional 500-litres of loading space that mounts conveniently top the roof of the vehicle. For more information visit: Thule Force.
2.Aftermarket warranty
Being a large luxury vehicle, out of warranty repair bills can be exorbitant, so we feel that an extended warranty is worth your while with a product such as this. We checked out what a warranty plan for a 2015 BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo 520d with approximately 100 000km on the odometer with an average yearly mileage of 20 000 would cost. The quote received from MotorHappy was R353 per month and would cover the engine, gearbox, suspension, and a variety of other components. There is peace of mind to be had with aftermarket warranties, despite the associated costs, ensuring that your monthly transport costs remain predictable. For more information visit: MotorHappy.
3.Connectivity upgrade
A company called BimmerTech that operates out of Europe offer a variety of software and plug-and-play upgrades to BMW products with older iDrive infotainment systems. The obvious benefit is the potential to add functionality from the newer BMW products to your older vehicle. For more information visit: BimmerTech.
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