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Originally Posted by Kristophe
My E53 was originally the wife's for about a year and she was torn between the E53 and a Volvo XC90 that the dealer had. We went to test drive them and help in her decision. I drove the XC90 first and its was OK, drove smooth with a spacious interior. When I drove the E53 (my first time to drive a BMW, ever) I was amazed at its solid feel, excellent handling, and braking; a true SAV. It had 129,000 miles but was evident the PO(s) took very good care of her. We had it checked out by an Indy and decided on the E53. I'm glad we did. The XC90 basically is a Volvo car made to look like an SUV IMHO. The E53 on the other hand, is a ground-up SAV with the unique BMW sportiness incorporated in a wonderfully balanced vehicle that is really fun to drive. And it being a '01, many people are shocked it is almost 15 years old often thinking likely around '09 or so.
I'm not overly crazy for the E70 look. The E53, to me, has the more sleek classic BMW style.
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ha, that's cool. Another Oklahoman on the board, AND my wife also drives a volvo XC90. Neither of us like it.
My E53 I've had for a year. I really like the aggressive looks of the E70 4.8i, but my E53 is paid off and I can't justify paying $$$ just to trade up for something newer