Hello from a new member and some questions to start off

[psymon]

Hey All,
Just wanted to say hello and you guys have a great forum here for X owners. I have been lurking for a while and decided it was time to join.

I am actually picking up my new to my X5 next week ( 05 4.4 sport) and just had a question to start off.

The X5 has the upgraded sport 19" staggered setup currently. I was already thinking about a winter setup. What is the smallest size rim I can get? are 17"s too small for the sport?

[MINIz guy]

17" rims will fit fine.

[anerbe]

17" non-sport OEM wheels will work best. Thinner the better. Square setup will also help with rotation (if you agree with rotations).

[mrbmwx5]

17'' rims with snow tires will make your X5 run like Mountain Goat

[motordavid]

Originally Posted by mrbmwx5

17'' rims with snow tires will make your X5 run like Mountain Goat

...oem 17s don't look catchy, but if you are running in serious
snow/winter conditions in CT, you will love what they do for you/your X.

They come up here for sale, on occasion, and are not pricey, as few
seem to want the 17 "look"; but, can not be beaten for winter grip
and go, imo.
GL,mD

[psymon]

perfect. I will keep my eyes open for the 17" oem wheels.

One more question for you guys.
The X5 is CPO but I am buying from private party so I have 2 more years of coverage.
Do you guys think the extended Maintenance package is worth the ~$1900. Brakes were just done along with some belts etc. We don't put alot of miles on our cars so I doubt it would need brakes in the next 2 years. Only thing it will need it the Inspection II. What do you guys think? Are there other maintenance items that can come up in the 4.4 between 45K - 65K miles?

[motordavid]

psymon, based on your description of what's been "done" and the miles you intend
to drive, I would personally take a pass on the Ext Maint.: brake pads/rotors seem
to be the main "deal" of Ext Maint. An "inspection" list is available here and any
decent Indy can do it more thoroughly/less expensive, imo, if you really want one
done. Welcome to the Board and,
GL,mD

[anerbe]

Originally Posted by psymon

perfect. I will keep my eyes open for the 17" oem wheels.

One more question for you guys.
The X5 is CPO but I am buying from private party so I have 2 more years of coverage.
Do you guys think the extended Maintenance package is worth the ~$1900. Brakes were just done along with some belts etc. We don't put alot of miles on our cars so I doubt it would need brakes in the next 2 years. Only thing it will need it the Inspection II. What do you guys think? Are there other maintenance items that can come up in the 4.4 between 45K - 65K miles?

Look in this thread as a starter:

http://www.xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-foru...2-service.html

I personally did not find it worth it. You can source parts cheaper. However, if you really plan to have a full brake job within the extended maintenance frame, the price between covering it yourself vs. Extended maintenance is very close.

I see it this way. if you don't mind doing a bit of research finding an indy and souring your parts, don't buy it. if you are more "no hassle", buy it. It's a great program none-the-less.

[RichiRich]

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Let the Modding BegiN!!


Rich

[mrbmwx5]

Originally Posted by richirich

!!!!

Let the Modding BegiN!!


Rich

Rich ...... I think he live next door to you too.... LOL