M3 to X5

[zilverz]

Originally Posted by Bill Valley

No way. I have been in an X for 3 years now and I truly miss my modified Saab turbo. Of course that 4.4 probably moves pretty good.

I miss the BOOST on my previous 300ZX Twin Turbo... running 650HP!

[j944]

Originally Posted by anerbe

coming from a M3 coupe, you'll miss it, but there's something to a relaxed ride and less worry when hitting bumps/potholes.

I swear I would tense up and cringe whenever I see any break in the concrete. Having the car lowered, not having any issues with 19" BBS RGR's made me a believer in premium wheel companies.

I was shaking my head agreeing while reading

[c4racer]

Originally Posted by Bill Valley

No way. I have been in an X for 3 years now and I truly miss my modified Saab turbo. Of course that 4.4 probably moves pretty good.

could have got a 4.6is if you wanted closer to M car type of performance. I've owned a few M's - E36 M3 and E39 M5, and the 4.6is shares some of that DNA for sure. It is not quite the drivers car that an M3 or M5 is, but it is damn good and just short of amazing for an SUV.

[DooD]

Welcome!

The X is my first BMW...i am hoping in the next couple years to pick up a e46 M3.

[JCAPX5]

Congrats man! You'll love the X5 and I'm sure one day circle back to an m-car.

It's funny, I have an E46 M3 and the X and you see which boards I'm posting on....

Go figure.

Enjoy the X5 it's such a blast to drive!

[stickrod]

I couldn't agree with JCAPX5 more. I also have a e46 M3. I was really surprised how much I enjoy driving the X around. I don't freak out with every bump and curb I approach. The X is a tank.

[bmwmmn]

Welcome, you shall enjoy your time on this board. A lot of pleasant folks here with a lot of info.

[anerbe]

Originally Posted by bmwmmn

Welcome, you shall enjoy your time on this board. A lot of pleasant folks here with a lot of info.

I agree 100%. This board is still what the M3forum was a few years ago. Great information with a hint of sarcasm. Just right.

[fmk]

Congrats! You will miss the e46 but given the choice these days I drive my x over my m. If anybody is looking for an e46 let me know. . Lol... I don't even bother with m3forum anymore. Xoupost is where it's at

[Bunyan]

Yeah, I miss the M but I'm a big guy 6'6" and I've been looking forward to the extra room in the X.
Besides, I was able to enjoy the car on the Autobahn for a few years and was really able to drive the car as it's meant to be driven. There's a stretch of Autobahn heading towards Munich that's slightly down hill and I almost got her up to 170mph. She's just a dream to drive on the Autobahn. Simply a great handling car.
I also drove an X 3.0 over there for a few years and always thought it was a bit underpowered for the Autobahn. That's why I had to go with the 4.4 over here. Now I'm on a mission to find me some 20" wheels to beef it up a bit.
Not sure if I want to go with reps or OEM's. I just want a wheel that will be "flush" with the wheel flares. I love the 214's.

Oh yeah, by the way I've been enjoying reading through some of these threads. There seems to be a good atmosphere here on the board.