baldmike73

I am looking at purchasing an 04 E55 with Pano roof and am looking for any reasons that would sway my decision. Just looking for honest opinions.

Thanks
Mike

CCIE

I have an 05 with the Pano roof and love it. I dont like the look of a non black E55 with the pano roof however. It looks like a two-tone car. The black (paint code 040) matches the roof nicely.

rflow306

I think its one of the best options offered. Very happy with mine.

adx

Definitely go with a pano roof. As far as having a pano with a non-black E55, it actually looks good with my brilliant silver E55.

Rock

I ordered the pano roof option just because I love what it does for the appearance of the E55.

Vic55

Love mine too, the black contrast on my silver car adds to the black wheels IMO. There are some light creaks when going up and down uneven driveways though- nothing that would sway my vote though....

Not the best pics but I hope they help...

Rock

Vic:

When you are ready to sell those wheels PM me.

chem0

brilliant silver + pano roof = the sex!

WayneE

Another white car with Pano here. I love it and do not think the black roof detracts from the car's appearance at all.

DJE55

Best option by far.

adx

My pano was squeaking so I brought it to the dealership and all they did was lubricated it and no more squeak.

AWDman

what about wind noise at speed with it open or does the spoiler take care of that?

Vic55

Same as the factory sunroof. Very limited noise.

Vic55

I am always looking for better wheels but at 20lbs I dont think I can get a better wheel that is lighter and looks better (19's).

What wheels are you running? The unsprung weight savings really shows during acceleration.

baldmike73

Alos build date of 9/03 with in service date of 9/30/03. Any issues with early 04's? Will also be purchasing the extended warranty.

Thanks in advance.
I am chomping at the bit to get this car but want to do my homework first.

Mike

vixapphire

the pano is where it's at, fer shurr. i would've optioned it into my '55 wagon had it been available, but it's a sedan-only option. i think it makes the interior of the car feel even better than it already does, even from the front seats.

pas

I have it and wouldn't get it again. It allows a lot more heat in the car than a solid roof car, a big deal in a warm climate. The opening is really no different than a regular sunroof, all you really gain is a window in the roof for your occasional back seat passengers. I'm not a sunroof user the noise annoys me. If your someone who uses a regular sunroof a lot then get it but if it just to have it or to have a black roof with a silver car I wouldn't bother. My car is silver and it does look cool, but I won't get one again. just my 2 cents and it looks like i'm the only one who thinks its not worth it.

I just noticed you were looking at an 04 not a new car if it has the solar panels I would get it but if not I wouldn't. I think the 04's have solar panels, 05's do not.

Rock

Vic:

I still have the stock 18s. I was looking at BBS LMs(25lbs) but your competition wheels look so good and at 20lbs I am sure they do wonders for performance. I don't know what they cost but I bet it's $$$$$$$$$$$.

dragonAMG

That looks hot my friend!!! Very sexy!

Archi

Another white with pano, love the contrast especially with my black HRE's. Get it, you wont regret it.

Torquey55

Love the Pano...nothing but compliments from anyone who has seen it or sat in the back seat!

WayneE

Do you have pics of your car online?

baldmike73

Pulling the trigger on the car. I have an appt to purchase the car on Sat. afternoon. Took the deposit. good to go

Stats on car:
04 - 16K on the clock
tektite grey with charcoal interior, and black birdseye
pano roof, keyless go, nav, changer, heated seats, bi-xenons, rear sunshade, and dynamic seats.
Can't wait to get behind the wheel of this beast!

Archi

No, but I have been meaning to...guess I'd better get off my *** and do it

YYZ-E55

Amen!



- Ryan