Suprisingly there are not many X5 available in Atlanta, especially 07's. You might find them here and there but not in the color combo I want and with the "right" options. I suspect we will see alot more in the coming months as they come off lease, but unfortunately i need to buy now. The price reduction in the fall should be substantial.

I'm leaning towards the 4.8. Its is a BMW after all and it would bother me knowing my vehicle was underpowered. I drive a 330i and every time i get a loaner I feel like I have to mash the accelerator to get the car moving!! Also, this 4.8's added feature set may offset, at least partially, the recent lack of desirability for v-8s, when i go to sell years from now.