Couldn't quite find the answer on previous posts.
Been eye-ing the 550, trying to figure out if I want the sports pkg. Almost all 5s at dealers have the sports pkg, love the look. But I've seen some complaints on tramline and bumpiness of the 18 inch runflats, and harshness of the sports suspension. My question is are there any who regret having it or any who regret not getting it? Anyone very happy with his decision to not get it? I'll do some test drive, but don't know if a short drive will be enough to make the decision. I'm looking for a responsive car but appreciate relaxed one hand driving at times, and something the wife, who is certainly not a speed racer, can also enjoy.
Another question, can one get a CD changer, without the premium sound pkg (OEM or not)?
thanks to all
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If I lived in a warm weather state I probably would have gotten the sport package. Winter concerns were the primary reason I didn't go with it. I think you'll realize during a short test drive that the sport package has very little, if any, drawbacks for you.
Also, yes, it is possible to get a CD changer without getting premium sound.  Premium sound is awesome however, and I highly recommend it!
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I have only owned one BMW without a sports package and really regretted buying it. My current E60 has the sports package with dynamic handling. I find on rutted roads that the car does wander or pull towards the ruts. To me it is not a problem as I have grwon accustomed to this given the low profile tires on the SP.
Mine is one of the few cars that came with Goodyear RFT tires. They are particualrly stiff but handle well. I personally prefer the stiffer ride with the handling as I feel it enhances the driving experinece.
Test drive both SP and non SP cars and see which ride you like better. Remember that active steering (if you are considering that option) will change the feel of pulling while going over the ruts.
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No regrets here whatsoever. This is my second BMW with sport package--love it, highly recommended. Ride is not harsh--active roll stabilization is great for comfortable ride on straights, and minimizing body roll on twisties. Here's some info on ARS (also called Dynamic Drive).
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All 3 of my bimmers have had SP....... Love it! The RFs are stiff and do provide a rough ride. I'll probably not go with RFs when I replace them.
I couldn't imagine having a bimmer without that superior handling that the SP provides.
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thanks all for your responses.
Seems like everyone so far either love it or regret not getting it. Are there no non-sport-pkg BMWer who love it?
I'm scratching my head trying to have a reasonable configuration and the sport-pkg appeared to be something that one coming from MB may not necessarily want.
The other 2 options I'm debating are navigation and premium sound 
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