X5 off-road prowess (?) - Page 5

X5downunder · #1 10-21-2005, 07:19 PM

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Originally Posted by dan_fitz

It looks like they did not load properly, downunder. I would love to see them, tho.

Just click on the link. It work for me. If you have pop-up block on, you need to turn it off. Hope it helps.
QT

DinanX5 · #2 10-21-2005, 08:50 PM

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Originally Posted by X5downunder

Just click on the link. It work for me. If you have pop-up block on, you need to turn it off. Hope it helps.
QT

Didn't work for me, either... even w/ pop-up blocker disabled

I would def. like to see the pics too, though - this has been an awesome thread!

X5downunder · #3 10-22-2005, 08:29 AM

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Originally Posted by DinanX5

Didn't work for me, either... even w/ pop-up blocker disabled

I would def. like to see the pics too, though - this has been an awesome thread!

Would you mind telling me how to add pics to the message? Thanks.

DE05 LSF · #4 10-22-2005, 10:52 AM

Click the insert image icon, looks like a mountain.

Type or paste the address in, (important thing is the [/IMG] quotes).

If it's an X5world gallery item, paste the BB Image Code anywhere in the post, you don't need insert image. (BB image code is found at the bottom of the uploaded image).

Bill K · #5 10-20-2005, 02:19 PM

I have my doubts about the new LR Discovery. First off, the rear ground clearance seems lower. Also, FORD has a tendancy to make good cars into bad cars. I think they are stressing "marketability" which means less offroad, more onroad. Take a look at Volvo. Its a crying shame what they did to them. Excellent cars down the pooper. have you seen recent reliability reports on Volvo's? Enough to make you cry. But I have strayed (very) far from the original topic. My mistake.
By the way: the V8 on the LR is a killer regarding gas consumption. I forsee these things fading away with gas prices being what they are.

RuppX5 · #6 10-20-2005, 03:13 PM

Bill, just to clarify, the 2004 Discovery is the old solid axle truck. The new LR3 is the vehicle you are referring to, I'm assuming. I've attached a pic of the 2004 Discovery. The 2004 Discovery is the BMW revamp of the old series one Discovery. The LR3 is the Ford inspired Honda Element crossed with an Explorer. I agree with you regarding how they are looking to marketability as opposed to sticking with a certain brand strategy. The LR3 is a compromise vehicle IMHO. It has independent suspension and a long wheelbase. It will never be able to compete with the X5 in terms of street driving and also loses a lot of off-road ability.

I do disagree with you that gas prices will hurt LR sales. Being expensive SUVs ($45-$80K) I doubt that gas prices will influence their target market's buying decisions. It might hurt the lower priced SUVs such as the Explorer, etc.

BMWLOVER · #7 07-30-2009, 11:32 PM

Thanks for the bump LeMansX5! It was an interesting read

X Foomph · #8 07-31-2009, 04:42 AM

Agreed, nice bump.
For those who'd like to read up a bit more on off roading try these: Offroading and Drove on the beach today with no problems
I remember seeing an insane video of an X5 in a rally that nearly rolled. The X was moving at a high rate of knots as well. Can't find it at the moment. I'll have another look tomorrow.

LeMansX5 · #9 07-31-2009, 07:28 AM

^^ This video has been posted umpteen times here...Enjoy. DSC in action.

Weasel · #10 07-31-2009, 08:29 AM

I still love that one, especially the guy running away. Looks like he's ready to dive off the cliff if necessary!

I'm sure that driver was praying to the gods of DSC and X-drive, and it worked!