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Originally Posted by XCUSM5
1) The wheels will fit
2) The Snowflakes will stick out more on any X5 without 20" Sport Package because they will lack the extended fender flares
What he is saying is kind of true but kind of a lie. They will fit on any X5 no matter what package. BMW dealers tend to not install 20" on vehicles that don't come with the 20" Sport Package because they do not have the "appropriate" fender flares. In their world and on their computers "they don't fit". When dealers are going to upgrade a non-20" Sport Package vehicle it requires the extended fender flares. This, to the dealer, is a big deal and by the book.
The rear wheels will nudge out just the slightest touch past the fender flare. Doesn't look bad. Some won't necessarily like that look. It looks beefy. Should it have the correct fender flares? Probably. But not necessary.
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I am rarely one to defend a car salesman, car dealer, or service department. However, BMW cannot legally modify and sell you a vehicle that does not conform to state and federal motor vehicle regulations. If a wheel/tire package sticks out beyond the bodywork, they do not fit.
Of course, the wider wheel arches can be added, but the salesman probably knows that list price for the parts, plus labor at their shop rate, would be a deal-breaker.