What's a reasonable number for the 4.8is? (see Post

[panchosouth]

So- A few months back I started looking for another Cayenne Turbo (08-10 Generation) which I have had both the GTS and Turbo variant.

I've had an '02 4.6is and a '06 4.8is (also a 2012 X5M - stonking fast, but with a fuel consumption that would make the Vikings in Valhalla sing songs of lament) - traded the 02 on a Cayenne Turbo and totaled the 4.8is 24 hours after putting a new (to me) engine in it (loooong, unhappy story).

Whilst looking for the Cayenne TT, I indulged in a wee bit of 4.8is Porn. And here we are.

About three weeks ago on carguru a 06, 4.8is with 64K showed up - black on white looked good. When sorting through the pictures, I spotted the DINAN tips! Oh my! Then the candy box showed two DINAN stickers on the fan shroud and I could see a DINAN cold-box peeking out in the corner of the photo. Double oh my. On the phone I went.

Blah-Blah, can you get it to the nearest BMW dealer for a full PPI. Sure can. Jump ahead three days. Selling dealer sends me a message, can you contact the service manager. Ahhh. Well, I thought, here comes the bad. But wait! There's more!

SM: " I'm actually the tech that prepped this 4.8is for the Owner of this dealership! It was his personal vehicle...!" Heart goes pitty-patter, waiting for the other shoe to drop. "How's the X5, I ask, waiting for the worklist a mile long. Compression crap, motive gear garbage, yada-yada. "Tires" comes the reply. "Sorry" I say? "Tires. They were new in 2009." "Blink". "That's it??". "Yep. Best 4.8is I've seen in a very long time. As in when they were still being sold new". " "Uhhhhhh". (At this point I'm tapping a frenzied message to the selling dealer to hit my card for a deposit). "So, can you tell me about the DINAN installed kit?" "Sure, we did that too!" (Axle-back exhaust, cold air intake, throttle body, Stage Three Tune...(that last part was confirmed with DINAN when I called them for some other kit, which by the way, is guaranteed for life of vehicle, and they're going to re-flash it, I only have to pay the tech time). As you might imagine, I'm now already sweating and hopping from foot-to-foot waiting for deposit confirmation from selling dealer).

So check went out, and now it's mine. It's still with BMW Cincinnati North, having the following done:

Full fluid service front to back. Wasn't required, but I like to start with a clean slate.
New Tires (Conti DDWS 06,) alignment etc.
ECS 20mm Wheel Spacers, x 4.
LED Angel Eye bulb set (ECS)
LED Rear Taillights and corner signal (Ebay)
XTRONS Android 11 Head Unit with backup Camera
DINAN air filter, Pedal Cover Kit, and Signature Floor Mats (They actually had a set sitting on a shelf!) Score! DINAN Badge.
Custom Steering Wheel, heated, from Exclusive (hope to see it shortly)
Exact-Fit ECS Stainless Steel Brake Lines.
ECS Kidney Grille Set, Matte Black
Detailing
Window Tint.
New Key cut.
I might have them go at the belts too. Not sure at this point because the tab is getting up there.

I'm going to be back in the US in about 10 days, and hopefully it will have been shipped to the house where my wife will immediately claim ownership by default.

Some pics below. As soon as I have the finished product, I'll post some.

[panchosouth]

her stable mate. Also my wife's unless it needs servicing.

[panchosouth]

Pitter Patter Photos.

PS - Yes, the M Badge will be removed.

[Themoog]

Good find. How do you rate the X5 against the cayenne? I've had an 03 4.5s but I prefer my 01 4.4

[panchosouth]

Completely different animal. The Cayenne is just a grunty, planted beast.

I've been wanting another one, preferably a 09-10 Turbo S, with a pano-roof, PDCC, two-tone interior, keyless go.....If the right one comes along I'm afraid the X5 may have to go. But until that time....

[Happy]

You’re about to be X’edout..! As in, an X5 that it maxed out.! LoL..

Nice find! It’s good to see an E53 that shows well!


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[panchosouth]

Originally Posted by Happy

You’re about to be X’edout..! As in, an X5 that it maxed out.! LoL..

Nice find! It’s good to see an E53 that shows well!


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ReVELaTiON 22:21

Speaking of grunty beasts! How many hay eaters is that pushing??

[Happy]

Originally Posted by panchosouth

Speaking of grunty beasts! How many hay eaters is that pushing??

About 460 at the fly. The 4.10 diff’s with the manual gearbox have that E53 zippin right along.


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[panchosouth]

Originally Posted by Happy

About 460 at the fly. The 4.10 diff’s with the manual gearbox have that E53 zippin right along.


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Manual gearbox?? Do tell!

[Happy]

Originally Posted by panchosouth

Manual gearbox?? Do tell!

There were a few thousand 5 speed and 6 speed SAV’s manufactured. I believe Porsche had a manual version as well.

I have the last of the original build 5 speed E53’s. The transfer case I was told would support the high horsepower output better than the newer x-drive setup. So that ruled out the 6 speed builds. A member here on the forum also suggested from his experience, that the 5 speed is a very durable gearbox. I am not sure about the 6.

I have upgraded the flywheel to an ultra light weight 8lb UUC type, with an 8 puck Kevlar clutch. The clutch pedal feels super light, with great grab! It makes shifting a breeze. The shift linkage has been modified as well with their DSSR, so it’s super tight like an E46 M3.

Fun fact: The DSSR is a prototype, and only one was produced, and only fits the original build E53.


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