My New X5 4.6 pics and vids, Also some Questions

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Hey Everyone,

I did already start a post that I had bought an X5 4.6. I had it shipped from Florida and purchased the car on the internet, only saw pictures and talked to the seller. Shipping was an issue, but I finally got the X5.

I will also confess up front that I am a mod junkie and stock just isn't god enough. Don't worry as everything I do is in taste and most likely has some performance benefit. In fact I have had the car all of 3 days and already have installed the K&N Panel filter, soon to be a Dinan intake and some all weather floor mats that a bought from a member here.

Just got the car registered, personal plate, paid the sales tax , and got it smogged.


I am posting some pics for comments and a couple of video's that maybe a few of you technical guys can help out with. OK enough talk.














Now for the videos with questions. This video is of the engine at idle. To me it sounds like something is out of adjustment, maybe its normal, but my 745 doesn't make this noise at idle.

YouTube - BMW X5 4

This video is of the exhaust. Its all stock, but it sounds sick to me, not sick in a good way. Does this sound normal?

YouTube - BMW X5 Stock exhaust 4

Next mod is the xpipe. This will be going on later this week. I do plan on taking it to my local indy dealer this week as well and just have them look it over. Any suggestions on what to look for in a good indy dealer?

Thanks guys and girls for any feedback. I look forward to learning and sharing here in the X5world.