Hi all and greetings from downunder

I have been checking out the forums regularly for the last couple of months and so far I am very impressed by not only the level of detail but the massive resource of information here. In fact I was the one guiding the dealer into what options are available because of the info from this site.


I have just traded in my 02 X5 4.4i Sport for the E70 4.8i.

I have ordered the following: Can't wait to get into it... It is due for production in in May 07 with delivery in July 07.
4.8i, Silver / Black Leather / Titanium Trim, 20", Sports Pack, SunRoof, 3rd Row Seats, rear blinds (for the kiddies).
I have only seen the E70 at the recent motor show, they are due to begin delivery in Australia this month, so I am keen to see the colour combinations especially Black.
The 4.8i comes fairly well optioned here as compared with the US.
I have been tossing up whether to get the HUD and Adaptive Drive. These are very expensive options in Australia. HUD $2500.00 AUD and AD $6,500.00 AUD. Can anyone tell me categorically if these are actually worth the coin?
I also hear that a motorised tailgate is due for production by the end of the year.

I hope I can make some valuable contributions to the forum..