About to bring home a 2010 X5M

Michael_s · 07-18-2011, 07:34 PM

Hello all-

Long time BMW owner with many M cars under my belt. The deal is basically done for a 2010 pre-owned X5M. I'm trading in my 2011 X5 35i Sport. Obviously I like the X5 but I find the 35i to be really lacking in power. Initial tip-in is really bad before the turbo provides boost and in some situations has been really dangerous (i.e. pulling into another lane and the car is thinking which gear coupled with no boost = slooooow). Not looking for a debate on the 35i as it's a really nice car but I am a power junky.

Anyway, I searched for a bit and what I am really looking for is some updated information on the 2010 X5M. Price is right, miles are low and I got an excellent trade number (msrp on my 35i was 63k, paid under 60k and 1 year later trade is 54k).

Are they any lingering fist model problems with the 2010's. Service history looks good (other than squeeling brakes complaint).

Thanks in advance for thoughts, experiences and opinions.

needspeed · 07-18-2011, 08:04 PM

I have a 10 and it has run perfect since the day I bought it new 27K miles ago.....Good Luck.......Steve

baby huey · 07-19-2011, 06:31 AM

Ditto on Needspeed. 9000 miles on mine and so far it is flawless. There was one recall by BMW to replace a wiring harness for the side lights - make sure that's done.

Michael_s · 07-19-2011, 08:06 AM

Thanks for the feedback. I will check for the recall.

E53is · 07-19-2011, 08:19 PM

theres an update for door sounds too.

there is a major problem with a few Ms that have the " power reduced mode " issue..

jlee · 07-19-2011, 08:34 PM

I just picked up my 2010 X5M and put a 1,000 miles on it so far. Love it

Except for the fact that I fill it up twice as often as my X5 35D

Jeff

treky11 · 07-19-2011, 08:57 PM

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Originally Posted by E53is

theres an update for door sounds too.

there is a major problem with a few Ms that have the " power reduced mode " issue..

What is the update for the door sounds?

I only ask because i did notice some odd sound when washing my x5M this weekend and I had the stereo playing. there was a bit of vibration sound i notice from the outside, i didnt hear it inside thought.

treky11 · 07-19-2011, 08:58 PM

I have had no other issues with mine, although I only have 1000 miles it. I picked up mine 6 weeks ago, was a pre-owned at a dealer with 145 miles on it.

Love it!

T Dot · 07-19-2011, 11:11 PM

I am quite enjoying mine!! I too bought a slightly used 2010 X5M just last week. I am admittedly still figuring it out & learning how to drive it. The power feels endless & I feel as though I am doing it a disservice driving it through city streets. I need more open road...

The M button is just heavenly!!

07-18-2011, 07:34 PM	#1
Michael_s Second Lieutenant 54 Rep 254 Posts Drives: 2013 991 C4S Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: NNJ iTrader: (0)	About to bring home a 2010 X5M - opinions needed Hello all- Long time BMW owner with many M cars under my belt. The deal is basically done for a 2010 pre-owned X5M. I'm trading in my 2011 X5 35i Sport. Obviously I like the X5 but I find the 35i to be really lacking in power. Initial tip-in is really bad before the turbo provides boost and in some situations has been really dangerous (i.e. pulling into another lane and the car is thinking which gear coupled with no boost = slooooow). Not looking for a debate on the 35i as it's a really nice car but I am a power junky. Anyway, I searched for a bit and what I am really looking for is some updated information on the 2010 X5M. Price is right, miles are low and I got an excellent trade number (msrp on my 35i was 63k, paid under 60k and 1 year later trade is 54k). Are they any lingering fist model problems with the 2010's. Service history looks good (other than squeeling brakes complaint). Thanks in advance for thoughts, experiences and opinions.
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needspeed First Lieutenant 10 Rep 319 Posts Drives: 10 X5 M/05 F430/12 CTS-V Coupe Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Middle of nowhere IOWA iTrader: (0)	I have a 10 and it has run perfect since the day I bought it new 27K miles ago.....Good Luck.......Steve __________________ 10 BMW X5 M Silverstone w/Black on Black interior - Loaded 12 CTS-V Coupe Thunder Gray - Loaded 13 Ford GT500 (650HP Priceless!!!!) as soon as can be delivered 05 F430 F1 - Giallo 08 BMW M3 Interlagos Blue Metallic - DCT (Traded) Last edited by needspeed; 07-19-2011 at 02:34 PM..
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baby huey Private First Class 8 Rep 123 Posts Drives: 2013 X5M Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Rhode Island iTrader: (0)	2010 X5M Ditto on Needspeed. 9000 miles on mine and so far it is flawless. There was one recall by BMW to replace a wiring harness for the side lights - make sure that's done.
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Michael_s Second Lieutenant 54 Rep 254 Posts Drives: 2013 991 C4S Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: NNJ iTrader: (0)	Thanks for the feedback. I will check for the recall.
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E53is New Member 2 Rep 23 Posts Drives: 11'X5M.03'X5 4.6is,05'viper Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: US/Deutschland iTrader: (0)	theres an update for door sounds too. there is a major problem with a few Ms that have the " power reduced mode " issue.. __________________ -2011 BMW X5 M -2003 BMW X5 4.6is -2005 srt10 Dodge Viper, 2010 MV Agusta F4
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jlee Captain 168 Rep 773 Posts Drives: M2CS+GTS Targa+RRS SVR Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Washington DC iTrader: (1)	I just picked up my 2010 X5M and put a 1,000 miles on it so far. Love it Except for the fact that I fill it up twice as often as my X5 35D Jeff
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treky11 Private First Class 9 Rep 104 Posts Drives: 2011 panamera Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: NJ iTrader: (0)	I have had no other issues with mine, although I only have 1000 miles it. I picked up mine 6 weeks ago, was a pre-owned at a dealer with 145 miles on it. Love it!
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07-19-2011, 11:11 PM	#9
T Dot New Member 4 Rep 12 Posts Drives: 2010 X5M Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0)	I am quite enjoying mine!! I too bought a slightly used 2010 X5M just last week. I am admittedly still figuring it out & learning how to drive it. The power feels endless & I feel as though I am doing it a disservice driving it through city streets. I need more open road... The M button is just heavenly!!
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