Sometimes all these forum chats make me laugh.
I have an advice for all of you: wait a few more weeks, then go to your dealer, check the car in person, and DRIVE IT.
E70 so much better than E53 . in every asspect. Driving the car will wash all the doubts away.
And for those who do not like "ugly black plastic" bumpers: wait till E70 Aerodynamic body kit comes out (soon!), and you will forget about E53 instantly. To get an idea: compare 2004 X3 with X3 featuring Aerodynamic body kit:

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