Most of the 'regulars' know my cost of ownership has not been high (purchased new). Regardless, I think the cost of ownership should be balanced with the reasons you liked the X5. It should be weighed againt the purchase price and cost of ownership of a vehicle that will deliver as much or more of what you liked about the X5. At 116,000 miles I suspect I will experience more of the costs that others have incurred. I have been looking at buying something different for several months, something over 700HP. I, for one, can't find anything I think I would like as much as what I have. Even if I did I can only imagine it would be in addition to rather than in place of.

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X5 4.6 2002 Black Sap, Black interior. 2013 X5M Melbourne Red, Bamboo interior
Dallas