Official X5 ///M Press Release and Pics(updated post 51)

[JT///MC]

Looks like there will be a lot of ppl running up the price of used 128s and probably forcing the stealer to swap those out for the fugly stock X5M rims.

[LeMansX5]

Hartge wheels.

[E53is]

style 128 looks pretty good but then again it reminds of the 4.6.

Just the uneventful rims and the missing roof rack bothers me on the X5 M . i understand why but still...( hope they are options! the video x5m does have a rack line however idk) time will tell ....the back on x6 in my opion is horrible.. M or not its a giant Banglized mess.....

by the way my dealer is taking orders on the x5m now ( i didnt check on the 6) but yeah they are and its just about 90k usd. im no.2 on the list. i was told they dont expect to see more than 3 all year. they also told me this years ago on the 4.6is and it was true as the sold only 3 the year i got mine. So if you want one and can make it happen go to local dealer and get on the list. If they dont know about the trucks ,show them this site or the bmw site to clue them in . a few months ago i asked (knowing it was coming) and they had no clue .they knew when the press stuff was released...hope that helps

time to give my 4.6is a rest ... hello to all by the way i would be new to this forum. it looks very nice.

oh by the way to say something about the 4.6is, at six years old now my dealer said they would give me 30k for it . they said its one of there most highly desirable bmws they want for resale...i gave them a laugh and a big No....long live the 4.6is

take care..

[bmwman3241]

Could someone do the 215's in black or gray and/or the current 20" M sport wheels. I think those are the only 2 BMW wheels worth being on the car other than the X5M wheels.

[chilliwilli]

Originally Posted by E53is

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oh by the way to say something about the 4.6is, at six years old now my dealer said they would give me 30k for it . they said its one of there most highly desirable bmws they want for resale...i gave them a laugh and a big No....long live the 4.6is

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30K? This certainly cannot be a US dealer, can it? I was offered 15K & 18K by two different dealers in the US

Oh and welcome aboard

[LeMansX5]

Originally Posted by chilliwilli

30K? This certainly cannot be a US dealer, can it? I was offered 15K & 18K by two different dealers in the US

Oh and welcome aboard

30k for 4.6 is lot of money. Jump to it.

[LeMansX5]

Release from this morning:

BMW X5 M AND X6 M U.S. PRICING ANNOUNCED
04/27/2009

The latest models from BMW’s M Division arrive in U.S. Dealers this Fall.

Woodcliff Lake, NJ - April 27, 2009... On the occasion of the world debut of the BMW X5 M at the Shanghai International Auto Show, BMW today announced U.S. retail pricing for both the X5 M and the X6 M. The X6 M was unveiled for the first time at the New York International Auto Show on April 8th. When the X5 M and X6 M go on sale this fall as 2010 model vehicles, they will retail for $86,225 and $89,725 respectively (including $825 Destination & Handling).

Both the BMW X5 M and X6 M feature a new reverse flow V8 engine with patented twin-turbo technology. The lag-eliminating Cylinder-bank Comprehensive Manifold (CCM) enables the engine to produce 555 horsepower and accelerate both models from 0 to 60mph in 4.5 seconds. At BMW M, “the chassis must always be more powerful than the engine.” The X5 M and X6 M exploit the limits of physics through their reworked Integrated Chassis Management systems to provide maximum road-holding without conceding to harsh ride characteristics.

Power is delivered through an M derivative of BMW’s xDrive all-wheel drive, allowing M typical throttle-steering. At the rear axle is BMW’s revolutionary Dynamic Performance Control, tailored by BMW M to ensure near-perfect distribution of power. Four M-characteristic tailpipes emerge from the aerodynamic diffuser in the rear. Enormous brakes round out the package, providing confidence under all conditions.

The modern, sustainable legacy of BMW M began in 1985 when engineers placed the snarling, race-bred inline-6 engine from the M1 supercar into the production BMW 5 Series sedan, reworked the suspension and brakes, and created BMW’s first M5. The M5 redefined the capabilities of a sedan with levels of power, precision, and linear control never before imaginable. Ever since, the craftsmen at BMW M have been focused on finding new ways to expand the performance boundaries using existing BMW models as a basis.

[Tom G.]

I was able to see these in person during my trip to Shanghai last week, here are some quick shots from my iPhone:



















And some of the 5-series Gran Turismo:







Enjoy!

[LeMansX5]

Thanks for pics, Tom. What do you think of 5GT after seeing in person?

[Tom G.]

Originally Posted by LeMansX5

Thanks for pics, Tom. What do you think of 5GT after seeing in person?

Tough to say as I didn't get much time with the GT. Here's another quick shot of the rear entertainment system: