Originally Posted by AtlX

Good input. Thanks. Driving to the dealership this morning, the transmission issue got worse, so agree with all comments that enough is enough. I'm awaiting the diagnosis, but preparing for word that a new transmission is needed plus an extended stay in service.

I was planning to lease an F10 next spring when the current lease expires, but this really mucks up the timing since they are not yet available here. I had talked my wife out of an ML550 and into the upcoming X5, but may need to reconsider depending on how this gets resolved.