Don't see what you have against Bangle, wasn't it him that designed the original E53?

I like the GT concept, it is just that at this time in my life I want something smaller and lighter, not bigger and heavier. As an alternative to the 535 Touring, it makes sense to me. The front end looks good, and is what we will see on the next generation 5.

I also like the X1, seems the right size and gets good reports on handling. As a replacement for our current X3 in a few years, it is the most likely target.

No need to worry about the X4, it was cancelled.

You can put down the newer BMW models, but sales figures over the past three years suggest they know what they are doing. Maybe you just aren't their target market anymore?

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2007 X3 3.0si, 6 MT, Premium, White

Retired:
2008 535i, 6 MT, M Sport, Premium, Space Grey
2003 X5 3.0 Steptronic, Premium, Titanium Silver
2002 325xi 5 MT, Steel Grey
2004 Z4 3.0 Premium, Sport, SMG, Maldives Blue