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      12-22-2012, 10:50 AM   #17
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Drives: '12 535i Msport/'13 X5///M
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Originally Posted by alistair
I think there's a couple of factors at play here.

1. If you love the color, you should obviously consider it again. If you were ordering your "dream car" (and the X5M is a pretty spendy car), what color would you get?

2. What about the interior and options of the car that's "on the lot" - is that what you'd get?

3. Factor in the "year end pricing" you'll likely get on the lot version. Is that worth the compromise (if there is one?)

The Monte Carlo blue / silverstone ii car I just got was the *exact* spec I'd have ordered a custom car in (color and everything) save the pointless rear entertainment system. I also got a reasonable deal as the dealer was trying to close out the year, and had had this on their lot for a while.

For me, it's the interior that makes or breaks the car - it's what you spend most time looking at. Personally I think the lighter colors are more "luxurious" feeling, but they're a nightmare to keep clean.... the trims on the X5M are (mostly) unique to it, so that's also a factor of you want to feel "different".

-Alistair
Dude, you put it right on point there. This one on the lot MSRPs for $98k+ but the SA is going with $93k and $2750 in instant rebates. He said these specials are ending in December so I guess he's telling the truth? The specs are exactly what I wanted and the black Merino leather interior as well. I love Alpine white anyway so I guess you're right. It just seems too perfect and coincidental to pass up! Thanks for the words of wisdom brother!
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