I bought mine in Oct last year and bought the protection (I have the 20"s). I paid $1,100 (Beverly Hills BMW). Literally, the first 10 minutes I drove it (I was on the way to my dealer to get it put in the system there) I picked up 2 nails in the rears. Dealer replaced both on the spot for $550 each--3 weeks later had another one they replaced. So I am already ahead--and it's a 5 year warranty. The 20"s are so wide and soft they pick up everything in the road.

C'mon, ard, I know you are just waiting to chime on this topic ha.

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2008 X5 4.8
Jet Black/Black Nevada/Dark Burl Walnut
Adaptive Drive
Premium Pack
Tech Pack
Climate Pack
Sport Pack
20" Wheel Option
Premium Sound
Sirius Satellite
Rear DVD Entertainment
Multi-Contour Seats
Comfort Access
3rd Row Seat
Heated Front Seats
Running Boards
3M VentureShield Paint Protection Film