MMM, me thinks you might try an I6 motor setup this time. The V8's are problematic. More complaints, issues than an I6 ever sees. My O1-I6 has 250K and going strong on all original components, except the D.vanos seals and general maintenance. Test them both back in the day, I6 rules, besides, where are you driving 120mph. My X still clips above the 80 mark flawlessly. Best advice, newer may look better, but older is easier to fix, especially the I6. Did I mention the trans/transfer case, rear end all orig. Yeah, I6 over the big 8 anyday for me. Good luck finding the pot of gold.

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X5 3.0 AUTO -2001 - 238,000 miles