Is this the best bumper protection other than an actual bar? I have been avoiding bringing my X to the city when I know I have to park but it is inevitable... the parallel parking where people play bumper cars. I only plan to have it on when parked of course. At least the rear aero kit will be protected somewhat... assuming it reaches that far down because it hangs from straps... that's my other question... does it work with a split tailgate? Anyone with experience, even with another vehicle just as tall and works similarly?

My other SUV has a grill guard and the rear has a rear tire on a swing. Best protection ever.

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'08 X5 3.0si - Alpine White / Saddle Brown interior
Specs: Sport Pkg, Premium Pkg, Tech Pkg, Comfort Access, Aero Kit, Style 433 staggered 20s on Conti DWS
Mods: Carbon 35 tint, LED angel eyes, GP Thunder 7500k fogs, H&R 20mm/25mm spacers, clear reflectors, gunsmoke-tinted taillights
Coded: Digital speedo, windows/sunroof/tailgate close via keyfob

X5 pics at Flickr