Fellow Bimmer fans:

This just in.......I snuck a copy out from my local dealership. I don't have a scanner, so here goes:

"MY 2007 5 Series Pricing Update

The bulletin 07-05-01 dated 1/19/06 announced the product changes for the MY07 5 Series that starts production in March '06. We are pleased to announce that in addition to the new features outlined in the bulletin, all MY 07 5 Series now include 4 years of BMW Assist Safety Plan services instead of 1 year;this represents a value of $720 based on the yearly renewal charge of $240. This change was done as part of the Premium Strategy and our ongoing commitment to have a better relationship with our customers. Customers will no longer have to give credit card information upon delivery of their new MY07 5 Series. In addition, BMW assist includes TeleService allowing BMW centers to strengthen the relationship with your customers through an enhanced service experience.

THE MSRP FOR THE MY07 5 SERIES WILL BE EFFECTIVE MARCH 1ST, 2006:

MSRP
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Model MY06 MY07 Change
525i $42,500 $43,500 $1000
525xi $44,700 $45,700 $1000
530i $46,800 $47,500 $700
530xi $49,000 $49,700 $700
550i $57,400 $58,500 $1100
530xi Wagon $51,400 $52,100 $700

OPTIONS
HD Radio (SA653) $500
Night Vision (SA611, requires NAV & Cold Weather Pack.)$2200

Sport Package -
(now includes 20-way Multi-contour seats, a $1200 value & Sport steering wheel on all models)
Model MY06 MY07 Change
525i $2000 $2500 $500
525xi $700 $1300 $600
530i $2300 $2800 $500
530xi $700 $1300 $600
550i $2300 $2800 $500
530xi Wagon $700 $1300 $600

The retail & wholesale pricing sheets will be posted on bmwcenternet today."
End Bulletin

The bulletin mentions no rebadging, nor does it mention any horsepower numbers or engine displacements.


Happy shopping!