Dave 
2005 BMW 5 Series Sedan 545i 4dr Sedan (4.4L 8cyl 6M)
Solid Performer
 I traded an '04 Mercedes e500 for the 545 and am happy with the decision.  The 545 is sportier, a bit quicker and grippier on the roads.  I have to say, I think the Benz has a few things over my 545 - interior and exterior design primarilly, though the "Banglisms" (designer) on this car are growing on me...  