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VSaks, looks like this message of yours was posted a while ago...but did you buy the
02 X5 you were looking for?
thx
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The X5 depicted did have full body color bumpers, however, unlike the X3 without the optional body cladding.
My dealer claims the X3 gets the 255HP engine. Also claims that the X3 will get the full body color bumpers too and an "upgrade" to the interior ("something like, making the premium/sport interior the 'standard' interior and having an upgrade also available" -- i.e., movin' on up.)
I didn't ask about the X5's upcoming features and options, but the dealer said the new X5 will have the look of a 110+% [scale] X3 since the X3 represents the "newest" look of the SAV family. The dealer is on BMW's dealer council and is a frequent visitor to BMW in Munich.
This may or may not make his statements have more credibility -- and I certainly don't think he would intentionally mislead.
He did say that his personal vehicle was a maxed out, body cladded, X3, because it was "bigger" than the X5. He quickly added that the X5 got the tax break, and that the X5 3.0's were very popular for that reason. He did venture too that he thought the X5 with the 3.0 was under-engined.
If I stepped back about 15 feet, squinted my eyes and put a finger in one ear, perhaps some of his statements would lead one to conclude that the X5 gets the 255HP 3.0 -- I sure hope so. The current 225HP 3.0 is "on the edge" even in the X3 -- unless you have the stick shift version.
Take this with or without a grain of salt.
Also take a look at the X5 in Car and Driver and tell me if you hadn't seen the caption you wouldn't swear it was an X3.
Drive it like you live. :shades:
Anyone has any insight?
http://www.bmwusa.com/vehicles/X5/30i/warranty.htm
http://www.bmwusa.com/vehicles/X5/30i/programs.htm?PanelID=4
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Can anyone tell me if they think it is a good idea to buy the extended warranty at this price? What is your experience with a 2001 X5? Any help from knowledgeable people would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Don
Thanks!
hope it helps
Any insights would be appreciated.
I looked at all the other SUV's out there and none have the performance that I found in the X5 and was considering moving down to a sedan (7 series) but before I do was wondering if the newer x5's have a more comfortable feel to them than the 2003 an if the comfort seats are that much better than the standard leather?
The luxury seats in the 7 series are just phenomenal, too bad they are not offered in the X5!
Any insights or views on either vehicle would be most helpful. :confuse:
I am hoping to get people's experiences with X5's(3.0) and Gas Mileage on Highways. It would ultimately be a commuter car for me and I am on a budget. I spend 95% of my time on the highway.
Car anyone help me with real expectations for highways mileage.
Thanks,
KA
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2022 Wrangler Sahara 4Xe, 2023 Toyota Tacoma SR 4WD
so i have in the past owned 94 and also 97 740i. i have just ordered my frist x54.4i white/truffel sp,prem,cold pakg,and nav. belive it or not i didentt even test drive the truck.just figured it would be awsom just like my other bmw. can anybody tell what to expect out of this sav.
thanks for your input
Thank you
i have just picked up my new x5.as have posted befor i wanted to know what to expect from this sav.well let me just say that this sav is just out of this world. i mean it has just blow me me away .in every aspect of this sav is by far the most exciting bmw i have owned .and i have is the past owned a 94 and 97 740i.i sold the 97 befor taking ownership of the x5.there is nothing that is a disappointment and i mean nuthing .i am just in haven.the handaling ,breaking ,streeing,and relay fast. just beyond my widest .i am soooooooo happy with this x5 that i think i on a cloud 9 .thanks
I want to install snow tires and was interested in getting 17 inch wheels. Does anyone know if the 4.4 Sport can take 17 inch wheels?
I wasn't sure if the brake rotors/calipers, etc were different for the 4.4 Sport from the 3.0 - which comes with 17 inch wheels standard.
Thanks -
Thanks
Hans
2005 X5 3.0
Personally, I use both the dealer and an independent BMW mechanic. I'll go to the dealer for any scheduled maintenance since it is free. But I also change my oil every 7500 miles and I take it the independent mechanic for that.
Stacy
This is way above the dealer's technical expertise and I can not find a BMW technical contact anywhere.
Also found out that the IPOD adapter doesn't work with the premium sound sytem. It also works in the same port as the 6 disc changer, so it's one or the other if you don't have premium sound (which makes sense I guess - if you use the IPOD you don't need a 6 disc changer).
So - if you want to use your IPOD - don't buy premium sound. An IPOD is of course way cheaper - premium sound is $1200 and definitely not worth the money considering the speaker package you get.
You might have an amplifier problem. I would insist that the dealer replace the amp - and if that doesn't work - replace both the amp and CD player until it works. It is supposed to work. Make sure they consult a BMW NA tech if the dealer service techs can't get it work.
However - lusting is a sin ! (grin) It sometimes causes you to leap too early. If you're at all inclined to leap, secondary to lust -I'd suggest you not pre-order - really do your research - and not hand over cash until you get to see, touch, feel and test drive - test drive - test drive !
Also the inner ring of steering wheel where the cruise buttons are, is wearing down to the silver base material, just about where thumbs rest, poor qualiaty material me thinks.Anybody else with similar problem
Thanks!!
This is not a story, I've been driving it for a month.