Newbie questions

[nicknick1]

Hi:

Really enjoying all the things I am learning about my X( 2002 X5 4.4i), I get it tomorrow. Everyone on here is very helpful and knowledgable.Michelle particularly has been very helpful

A couple questions I hope you can help with

1) What are sport seats and what they fit in my X?
2) Would the M steering wheel fit my X even though I have the squared wheel
3) Are angeleyes from customangeleyes worth it?

Thanks again guys

nicknick

[Bavarian]

First of all, welcome! :welcome:

Sport seats are more adjustable than the standard seats. They offer a stiffer bucket shape and are able to keep you in place better during cornering. Not everyone likes them, but some people are die-hard over them.

You can only get sport seats if your X5 is equipped with the Sport Package. They are also retrofittable at an astronautical cost.

The M Steering Wheel can be retrofitted in your X5, but you will need to purchase a new round airbag since the current rectangular won't fit. That will however double your cost for this mod.

Adding angel eyes is a completely subjective thing. Some people like it, others like not to imitate the 2004+ X5s (I'm one of them). If an angel eyes kit is installed properly it has a very nice effect.

[ChristopherM3]

Very well said.................

[nicknick1]

Originally Posted by Bavarian

First of all, welcome! :welcome:

Sport seats are more adjustable than the standard seats. They offer a stiffer bucket shape and are able to keep you in place better during cornering. Not everyone likes them, but some people are die-hard over them.

You can only get sport seats if your X5 is equipped with the Sport Package. They are also retrofittable at an astronautical cost.

The M Steering Wheel can be retrofitted in your X5, but you will need to purchase a new round airbag since the current rectangular won't fit. That will however double your cost for this mod.

Adding angel eyes is a completely subjective thing. Some people like it, others like not to imitate the 2004+ X5s (I'm one of them). If an angel eyes kit is installed properly it has a very nice effect.

Thanks Bavarian


How do I tell if I have the sport package? She has a ski bag and DSP, does that help?

Good point on the angel eyes

Sounds like we have very similar X's Is the activity package same as the sport package?

[vinuneuro]

:xoutpost: The square steering wheel is an indication, among other ones, that your X does not have the sport package. You can as many others have done, install the M3 or M5 steering wheel for that great feel.

[Fr0zty]

so how much would teh total cost for the m/// wheel??? (wheel + airbag)

[CanadianX5]

Hey Nicknick1 ,
Im in Calgary too, where did you get your snow and ice tires and how much did ya pay for them.
Im sliding all over the place right now with the factory ones.

Red 2001 4.4 w/sport pkg / NAV / DSP and factory 19" wheels

[Zulu95]

I would have thought being up where you are a heated wheel retro would be nice. I did it for my wife and she just loves it on these cold NE mornings!

[CanadianX5]

I hate the look of the heated wheel.
Not worth it.( IMOP )
Up here its all about car starters.

[LeMansX5]

Originally Posted by Zulu95

I would have thought being up where you are a heated wheel retro would be nice. I did it for my wife and she just loves it on these cold NE mornings!

Did you do on a sports wheel?