Looking to purchase a 2006 X5...

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Originally Posted by N S

If you're going to buy from a dealer, buy CPO. If you're going to buy private party, I'd want around $5k less than what the dealer is willing to give you. Looks like BMW is still offering 0.9% financing on 2006 X5s as well.

With that said, you should expect to pay $1k more for the CPO than the equivalent private party going value. (I know this doesn't make sense based on what I stated above, however the reasoning is you'll have to really barter down the private party value to get that kind of a discount)

Also, I noticed your in Fremont, you may want to consider driving up to Pleasanton to check their inventory. I found them more willing to deal than Fremont. Just my experience however.

I agree with this post.

0.9 is AWESOME financing. Use it while you can!

Agree with the majority that it's CPO or bust. It's so nice not to worry and drive a variety of Bimmers while your is in service!

If you are not too pressed to buy I might continue my search. Dealers are looking to move cars and there is a decent selection of E53's around.

Also, regarding the non-issue of 2004/2005/2006 MY X5 as they are the same car, the original in-service date is what determines how long your CPO will last so pay attention to that date when buying. You could, however, find a 2005 that has an in-service date VERY close to that of a 2006 so forget the model year but look to the in-service date.

We just got a 2006 3.0 CPO loaded with NAV and all, 38k on the clock with brand new rubber for $26k. Oh and that 0.9%!!!!!

Good luck!