New owner

hashmanx · 11-16-2013, 07:45 PM

I've been a longtime lurker and although not new to the brand (previously owned a 2007 328i), this is my first X5 and first SUV for that matter. I've learned a lot from this forum and would like to share my experiences.

When the time came to turn in my 2010 G37x at lease end I decided to move up to an SUV. I test drove the new MDX but could not justify paying that much for a FWD based AWD SUV. Was never a fan of Audi and MB so didn’t even bother test driving them. Porsche was too much $ so stayed away from that as well and always kept coming back to the X5.

My two main requirements were having the third row and the M-sport package. I quickly realized that finding an X5 with these as well as other must have options for me like CA, comfort seats etc. in the color of my choice (blue) was next to impossible. I didn’t want a diesel and was mostly looking for a 35i without giving much thought to the V8 variant.

I really wanted to get the F15 but it wasn’t out then and I couldn’t wait that long so started looking for pre-owned E70’s. Four months ago I came across a 2012 X5 50i at the local dealer. It was blue with 13K miles on it and was loaded to the gills with an original MSRP of $77.5K. The only options it didn’t have were the 3rd row and the M-sport pack. Since I had never driven a 50i before I decided to take it for a spin.

It took just one test drive to make me forget about the 3rd row and the M-Sport package and I decided to go ahead with the purchase. I never thought I’d pay $50K+ for a used vehicle but it felt worth it.

So far I’ve put 7K miles on it in four months and have loved every single one of it. As for mods, I plan on upgrading the wheels and suspension in the near future -topics for future posts. Here are some iPhone pics I took at the time of delivery. Would appreciate any feedback/suggestions.

nachilus · 11-16-2013, 08:46 PM

Very Nice!!

Welcome....

Singh97 · 11-16-2013, 08:51 PM

very nice combination indeed. Leather dash and aluminum trim is so rare. I was not able to find this combination my self. You just need some performance black grills, a set of 20's and fender flares.

rennis · 11-16-2013, 09:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Singh97

very nice combination indeed. Leather dash and aluminum trim is so rare. I was not able to find this combination my self. You just need some performance black grills, a set of 20's and fender flares.

Everything I was going to say!

nice purchase.

hashmanx · 11-17-2013, 08:15 AM

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Originally Posted by nachilus

Very Nice!!

Welcome....

Thanks!

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Originally Posted by Singh97

very nice combination indeed. Leather dash and aluminum trim is so rare. I was not able to find this combination my self. You just need some performance black grills, a set of 20's and fender flares.

I didn't realize this at the time of purchase but you are right this is a rare combo. There are not many out there with the leather dash and the ones that I did come across, had the wood trim.

Want 22" wheels but the choices are very limited so I might just go with 20's.

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Originally Posted by rennis

Everything I was going to say!

nice purchase.

Thanks!

P1 · 11-17-2013, 09:56 AM

Very nice! My father's previous E70 was the same colour and I loved it. Question: I can see it does not have the M Sport, but does it have a Sport package? I see a regular Sport steering wheel but no 20s and fender flares...

hashmanx · 11-17-2013, 11:38 AM

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Originally Posted by P1et

Very nice! My father's previous E70 was the same colour and I loved it. Question: I can see it does not have the M Sport, but does it have a Sport package? I see a regular Sport steering wheel but no 20s and fender flares...

It has the "Sport Activity Package". The non-sport X5's had a beige headliner and this has an anthracite one, along with the regular sport steering. I'm not sure what other options are included in the regular SAV package. Here's a pic of the window sticker.

I like the black headliner but with black seats the interior looks very dark. Glad it has the alum trim to break up the monotony

bmw_4.8_e70 · 11-17-2013, 02:18 PM

I have a brand new m steering wheel for the e70 if you are interested, looks great i just upgraded my 2010 with the m wheel, the leather wheel feels great, if you are interested please tx me at 3476040212 $550 shipped msrp $1000+

finnbmw · 11-17-2013, 02:44 PM

If you take up on bmw 4.8 e70's offer, I would be interested in your steering wheel. I live in Atlanta.

Congratulations on your new X5, looks great!

hashmanx · 11-17-2013, 03:26 PM

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Originally Posted by bmw_4.8_e70

I have a brand new m steering wheel for the e70 if you are interested, looks great i just upgraded my 2010 with the m wheel, the leather wheel feels great, if you are interested please tx me at 3476040212 $550 shipped msrp $1000+

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Originally Posted by finnbmw

If you take up on bmw 4.8 e70's offer, I would be interested in your steering wheel. I live in Atlanta.

Congratulations on your new X5, looks great!

Thanks for the offer but my steering wheel is heated and the M version I believe is not. Not that I use it much but it's a nice feature to have.

finnbmw, why don't you get bmw_4.8_e70's wheel? It'll be a major step up from a regular one if you have that.

finnbmw · 11-17-2013, 03:32 PM

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Originally Posted by hashmanx

Thanks for the offer but my steering wheel is heated and the M version I believe is not. Not that I use it much but it's a nice feature to have.

finnbmw, why don't you get bmw_4.8_e70's wheel? It'll be a major step up from a regular one if you have that.

I am not interested in the m wheel for the same reason, mine has heated steering wheel feature as well. Love it on those cold mornings!

my2012_X5-50i · 01-02-2014, 09:29 AM

hashmanx:

Yours and mine (just purchased on 12/30/13) are twins except mine has the 3rd row seating.

Cheers!

info@trinityautosport · 01-02-2014, 01:29 PM

welcome =)

X2Board · 01-02-2014, 04:12 PM

Nice color! I have the same interior on the M and I think it's the cat's tits! Tint the front windows to match the rear, and it will really set off the exterior.

hashmanx · 01-02-2014, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by my2012_X5-50i

hashmanx:

Yours and mine (just purchased on 12/30/13) are twins except mine has the 3rd row seating.

Please post pics of your beast.

Cheers!

Lucky you! I searched coast to coast for this vehicle with the 3rd row but had to 'settle' for this

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Originally Posted by nerwyll@trinityautosport

welcome =)

Thanks!

Brian425 · 01-02-2014, 07:55 PM

20% tint in the front matches the back nicely.

Nice color. I have a '12 X5 50i also.

my2012_X5-50i · 01-02-2014, 08:28 PM

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Originally Posted by X2Board

Nice color! I have the same interior on the M and I think it's the cat's tits! Tint the front windows to match the rear, and it will really set off the exterior.

I'll consider it. Thanks!

my2012_X5-50i · 01-02-2014, 08:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Brian425

20% tint in the front matches the back nicely.

Nice color. I have a '12 X5 50i also.

Nice rims. Are they 20's?

Brian425 · 01-02-2014, 11:33 PM

Yes, they are 20s. They are non run flats. The ride is fine.

RllyDrvrIX · 01-05-2014, 07:12 PM

Welcome!

Diesel X5 · 01-05-2014, 09:48 PM

Welcome! Nice ride,I also have the heated steering wheel and it's bin great this winter.

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hashmanx Private First Class 40 Rep 139 Posts Drives: BMWs Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: USAp iTrader: (1)	New owner - 2012 X5 I've been a longtime lurker and although not new to the brand (previously owned a 2007 328i), this is my first X5 and first SUV for that matter. I've learned a lot from this forum and would like to share my experiences. When the time came to turn in my 2010 G37x at lease end I decided to move up to an SUV. I test drove the new MDX but could not justify paying that much for a FWD based AWD SUV. Was never a fan of Audi and MB so didn’t even bother test driving them. Porsche was too much $ so stayed away from that as well and always kept coming back to the X5. My two main requirements were having the third row and the M-sport package. I quickly realized that finding an X5 with these as well as other must have options for me like CA, comfort seats etc. in the color of my choice (blue) was next to impossible. I didn’t want a diesel and was mostly looking for a 35i without giving much thought to the V8 variant. I really wanted to get the F15 but it wasn’t out then and I couldn’t wait that long so started looking for pre-owned E70’s. Four months ago I came across a 2012 X5 50i at the local dealer. It was blue with 13K miles on it and was loaded to the gills with an original MSRP of $77.5K. The only options it didn’t have were the 3rd row and the M-sport pack. Since I had never driven a 50i before I decided to take it for a spin. It took just one test drive to make me forget about the 3rd row and the M-Sport package and I decided to go ahead with the purchase. I never thought I’d pay $50K+ for a used vehicle but it felt worth it. So far I’ve put 7K miles on it in four months and have loved every single one of it. As for mods, I plan on upgrading the wheels and suspension in the near future -topics for future posts. Here are some iPhone pics I took at the time of delivery. Would appreciate any feedback/suggestions. Attached Images Last edited by hashmanx; 12-29-2014 at 11:45 PM..
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X2Board Lieutenant Colonel 444 Rep 1,643 Posts Drives: I'm back, bitches! '13 E92 ZCP Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Wake Forest, NC iTrader: (1)	Nice color! I have the same interior on the M and I think it's the cat's tits! Tint the front windows to match the rear, and it will really set off the exterior. __________________ 2013 Jerez Black/Black E92 ZCP DCT - I'm back!! 2014 Guards Red 991 C2S 7MT - Gone. 2015 YMB/SS F80 M3 6sp - Gone 2011 Sapphire Black/Black E70 X5 M - Gone. 2010 Jerez Black/Black E90 M3 DCT -Gone- Last edited by X2Board; 01-02-2014 at 08:13 PM..
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Brian425 Private First Class 11 Rep 102 Posts Drives: 2012 BMW X5 50i Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Brooklyn, NY iTrader: (0)	20% tint in the front matches the back nicely. Nice color. I have a '12 X5 50i also. Attached Images
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Brian425 Private First Class 11 Rep 102 Posts Drives: 2012 BMW X5 50i Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Brooklyn, NY iTrader: (0)	Yes, they are 20s. They are non run flats. The ride is fine.
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