buying a 2005 X5 4.8 but need advices

samer110 · 03-28-2010, 01:23 PM

Hi there,

This is my first post and most probably won't be last as long as I purchase the X5 I'm looking at. I am about to close the deal with a guy who has an Imola Red E53 X5 4.8 but I wanted to know what regular issues appear all the time? What should I look out for that is a major issue with them? I think you guys have an idea what kind of info I am looking for, I need to make sure I check all the known issues and problems with them before I go ahead and close this deal.

Thanks
Sam

pmeloche · 03-28-2010, 03:56 PM

Both X5 I've had had O2 sensors replaced at one point. Other than that, they have run perfectly. The 4.8i is thirsty.

ChilliWilli · 03-28-2010, 05:55 PM

2005 would be the sporty 4.8iS...there's a considerable performance difference between the 4.8iS (2004-2006) and 4.8i (2007-2010). The most common issues are the intermediate levers and self leveling suspension. I believe the intermediate lever issue was addressed beginning with late 2005 and 2006 models. I suggest you get a thorough inspection by a dealer and no one else before you purchase.

Do a search on the xoutpost website...lot's of owner feedback and resolve to read through.

You're in for a treat in the 4.8iS...It was the most powerful and sporty X5 till the release of the X5M (and upcoming X5 50i). BMW's 0-60 time was 5.9 seconds...Lot's of power/torque and you don't see as many of them on the roads as you do other X5's. The 4.8iS is rare.

samer110 · 03-28-2010, 09:17 PM

The car has about 75,000miles, FSH from the dealer, seems quite clean when I drove it but I'm quite sure there is always an issue with them X5's...I will have it fully inspected at the dealer and see what kind of report comes out of it, hopefully no major issues...

Thanks for the help guys, will keep you posted

bmwnorge · 03-29-2010, 03:39 AM

i would stay away from the 4.8i with that many miles unless you budget in a few thousand bucks for maintenance/repairs. good thing is that DIY oil change for this car is relatively easy.

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samer110 Private 10 Rep 72 Posts Drives: 2010 Monte Carlo Blue X5M Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Dubai iTrader: (1)	buying a 2005 X5 4.8 but need advices Hi there, This is my first post and most probably won't be last as long as I purchase the X5 I'm looking at. I am about to close the deal with a guy who has an Imola Red E53 X5 4.8 but I wanted to know what regular issues appear all the time? What should I look out for that is a major issue with them? I think you guys have an idea what kind of info I am looking for, I need to make sure I check all the known issues and problems with them before I go ahead and close this deal. Thanks Sam
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pmeloche Lieutenant Colonel 24 Rep 1,604 Posts Drives: 2013 F25 X3 xDrive35i Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Montréal, Canada iTrader: (0)	Both X5 I've had had O2 sensors replaced at one point. Other than that, they have run perfectly. The 4.8i is thirsty. __________________ Patrice 2013 F25 X3 xDrive35i Vermillion Red
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ChilliWilli Chillin' like a villain 2 Rep 50 Posts Drives: Like i stole it Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: International member iTrader: (0)	2005 would be the sporty 4.8iS...there's a considerable performance difference between the 4.8iS (2004-2006) and 4.8i (2007-2010). The most common issues are the intermediate levers and self leveling suspension. I believe the intermediate lever issue was addressed beginning with late 2005 and 2006 models. I suggest you get a thorough inspection by a dealer and no one else before you purchase. Do a search on the xoutpost website...lot's of owner feedback and resolve to read through. You're in for a treat in the 4.8iS...It was the most powerful and sporty X5 till the release of the X5M (and upcoming X5 50i). BMW's 0-60 time was 5.9 seconds...Lot's of power/torque and you don't see as many of them on the roads as you do other X5's. The 4.8iS is rare. Last edited by ChilliWilli; 03-28-2010 at 06:02 PM..
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samer110 Private 10 Rep 72 Posts Drives: 2010 Monte Carlo Blue X5M Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Dubai iTrader: (1)	The car has about 75,000miles, FSH from the dealer, seems quite clean when I drove it but I'm quite sure there is always an issue with them X5's...I will have it fully inspected at the dealer and see what kind of report comes out of it, hopefully no major issues... Thanks for the help guys, will keep you posted
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bmwnorge Enlisted Member 6 Rep 40 Posts Drives: E70 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Canada iTrader: (0)	i would stay away from the 4.8i with that many miles unless you budget in a few thousand bucks for maintenance/repairs. good thing is that DIY oil change for this car is relatively easy.
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