Unlike Cheney, I had a hard time pulling the trigger. Three months reading too many helpful opinions on both sides for nearly every option, but I finally widdled down the list. Many thanks to all for the insight.

4.8 Sterling Gray Ext / Nappa Black Int / Dark Burl Trim
Premium, Sport, Technology, Cold Weather Packages
Comfort Seats / 20" 214s
Comfort Access / 3rd Row / Auto Tailgate / iPod

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2008 X5 4.8 | Space Gray | Black Nappa | Dark Burl | Premium | Sport | Tech | Cold Weather | Comfort Seats | Comfort Access | 3rd Row | iPod | 20" Y | Auto Tailgate | Rear Climate

Fun with the X5: http://youtube.com/watch?v=vC33J-zMR78 and http://youtube.com/watch?v=_P_pu5TVW-4