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      01-02-2009, 02:59 AM   #1
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I'm new to this forum and just wanted to introduce myself. I was also wondering if you guys could help me out. I will be placing my order for an X6 soon and i was wondering what some of the options are that every X6 should have based on your oppinion and experience. thank for your help and great forum!!
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      01-02-2009, 05:02 AM   #2
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here is a list of stuff i my self find necessary though i don't have most of these ~_~

exterior :
21" style 215 wheels
shadow line
comfort access <<< a must
auto open/close for tailgate

interior :
comfort seats (vented and heated)
Logic 7 audio system <<< a must
USB interface
Backup cam and PDC <<< a must
full leather dash

mechanics :
active steering
adaptive drive
x6 50i

hope that helped
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      01-02-2009, 05:04 AM   #3
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welcome!

well its hard to say what you never gonna need...it depends on you.

however i will recommend adaptive drive,active steering and seat heaters as must have!
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      01-02-2009, 01:37 PM   #4
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here is a list of stuff i my self find necessary though i don't have most of these ~_~

exterior :
21" style 215 wheels
shadow line
comfort access <<< a must
auto open/close for tailgate

interior :
comfort seats (vented and heated)
Logic 7 audio system <<< a must
USB interface
Backup cam and PDC <<< a must
full leather dash

mechanics :
active steering
adaptive drive
x6 50i

hope that helped
+1 agree, I didn't order comfort access but do have auto tailgate.
whether you should get the 35i or the 50i will no doubt generate a lot of comments. The 50i is a new engine and is still getting the kinks worked out as all of us "early adopters" can attest to but is fun to drive. the 35i is a tried and true engine at this point.

Whatever you get with whatever options you will love this car.
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      01-02-2009, 02:32 PM   #5
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I'd be sure to get the sport package with 20" rims, comfort access, backup camera, and maybe the rear climate package (I like the dark glass). The premium package also has some components that might be appreciated long term, such as adjustable cargo anchors. Congrats & enjoy!
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      01-02-2009, 02:50 PM   #6
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Thanks for your help guys!! right nowthe decision is between a loaded 35i or a 50i with a few options since i dont wanna go too crazy $$$ wise... as far as heated seats go i live in texas and i have them on my car right now and never ever youse them.... but i heard that they help the resale value.
These are my top pics for options right now -
-Sports Package
-Rear Climate Package
-Active steering
-Running Boards
-HD radio
-BMW Assist
-Rearview Camera

al of this in a 50i/Jet Black/chateau nevada leather

what you guys think??? Too many descisions!!! haha
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      01-02-2009, 04:07 PM   #7
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Thanks for your help guys!! right nowthe decision is between a loaded 35i or a 50i with a few options since i dont wanna go too crazy $$$ wise... as far as heated seats go i live in texas and i have them on my car right now and never ever youse them.... but i heard that they help the resale value.
These are my top pics for options right now -
-Sports Package
-Rear Climate Package
-Active steering
-Running Boards
-HD radio
-BMW Assist
-Rearview Camera

al of this in a 50i/Jet Black/chateau nevada leather

what you guys think??? Too many descisions!!! haha

I have the sport package (always get this). I don't know about the heated seats (have them but I live in California so don't use much) but I love the ventilated seats( I go to Arizona and Nevada a lot in the summer).
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adaptive drive is must have...yesterday i drove one x6 without AD and there is a big diffrence!..it gets you so good driving feeling!
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In the US Adaptive Drive comes as part of the Sports Package, so that is OK as you have said you want that - and no BMW should be bought without the Sports Package IMHO. I would not recommend running boards on the X6 (see comments on other threads). Premium Sound package is fantastic and will also help when it comes to resale time. 20" wheels are also a good option - especially so if you don't have to swap them out for snow & ice tires in the winter.

Enjoy the challenge of trying to spec it out!

Cheers, Anteater
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Don't forget heads up display, especially if u intend to travel on road trips.
Adaptive lights too if u travel at night.
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      01-03-2009, 03:35 PM   #11
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thanks again for all the great help...i was doing some research on the active steering and since i get the adaptive drive in the sports package is the active steering really necessary?? i heard that you loose the feel for the road... also does the car come with the blootooth or do i have to get bmw assist for that???
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thanks again for all the great help...i was doing some research on the active steering and since i get the adaptive drive in the sports package is the active steering really necessary?? i heard that you loose the feel for the road... also does the car come with the blootooth or do i have to get bmw assist for that???

Active steering seems to be one of those subjective things, I like the fact that it gets tighter at higher speeds but that's me. for bluetooth you have to get bmw assist well in the US anyway.
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thanks again for all the great help...i was doing some research on the active steering and since i get the adaptive drive in the sports package is the active steering really necessary?? i heard that you loose the feel for the road... also does the car come with the blootooth or do i have to get bmw assist for that???
I don't have active steering and I'm really happy with the 'feel' of the standard set-up on the X6. Unfortunately in the US you have to buy the Premium Package or BMW Assist separately to get the Bluetooth capabilities - which are really high quality for the phone connectivity at least.

Cheers, Anteater
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Running boards are sometimes annoying,when car is dirty,but since i am 1.92m tall i have no problems with dirty pants.

About Active steering,yes it is diffrent feeling,and i like it...however,today i drove more sportier way with SPORT OPTION on Adaptive drive...so steering became much more harder.like without active steering...so you can get what you want!
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so I decided on the premium and the sport packages not so sure about the adaptive drive yet.... as far as the the running boards go I went to the dealer to test drive one and I saw what you guys meant with the dirty back of the legs, so I decided not to get them. Can any one help me with the iDrive?? when is the x6 gonna get the new iDrive system i saw videos of it and its way cool.... any help would be greatly appreciated!!
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      01-12-2009, 02:03 AM   #16
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Running boards are sometimes annoying,when car is dirty,but since i am 1.92m tall i have no problems with dirty pants.

About Active steering,yes it is diffrent feeling,and i like it...however,today i drove more sportier way with SPORT OPTION on Adaptive drive...so steering became much more harder.like without active steering...so you can get what you want!
Hehe, I am 1,93 m so running boards don't bother my pants.
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so I decided on the premium and the sport packages not so sure about the adaptive drive yet.... as far as the the running boards go I went to the dealer to test drive one and I saw what you guys meant with the dirty back of the legs, so I decided not to get them. Can any one help me with the iDrive?? when is the x6 gonna get the new iDrive system i saw videos of it and its way cool.... any help would be greatly appreciated!!
i meant i wasnt sure about active steering... oops!
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Am I blind or are we from the same place:P haha.. Order the Premium sound package..
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      01-12-2009, 09:49 AM   #19
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Am I blind or are we from the same place:P haha.. Order the Premium sound package..
Looks like your not blind haha... Where
In kosove are you from?
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I live in prishtina..but i'm from Klina...
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