Ready To Buy - Your Thoughts

[BUCKBEAK]

Have test driven the MB GL 450 & 320CDI, Audi Q7, Acura MDX, Lexus 350 & X5.
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We were blown away by the X5.
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I liked the MDX and for the money it leaves a good impression - but not in the same class as the X5. The MB 320CDI get excellent mileage and solid ride - but just dosen't connect to the road nor excite.
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So my wife and I are sold. This will be our first BMW. I currently drive a
VW Passat 1.8T and purchased it for the same reasons we liked the X5. (A poor man's 325i).
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We are looking at a Space Grey 3.0si, Prem Package, NAV, Heated F/Seats, Black Nevada, 3rd Row with the Roof.
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Sould we expect to pay MSRP?

Thoughts Appreciated.

[trueX5er]

Congrats! You should expect to pay 1500-2000 below MSRP

[xnsf]

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I completely agree with you...the MDX is not in the same class as the X5...don't know why people keep comparing them

consider your options when you're paying somewhat over invoice

[rufusdedog]

Without much effort I was able to get 1500 over invoice for a 3.0 with a good deal of package options. That was just after Christmas for a custom build and I received it one month later. Dec and Jan are reputed to be slow months for dealers.

[vinuneuro]

Get Sport Package too.

[siga4ever]

Get sports package, and you can negotiate with the dealer, I got 3K off mine.

[Michelle]

:xoutpost:

You won't be sorry you went with the X5!!

Make sure you post pictures once you buy it!

[Steve Germany]

The Sports package brings the X5 to a new level. The ride is IMPROVED over the std suspension. Amazing.

[xnsf]

Originally Posted by Steve Germany

The Sports package brings the X5 to a new level. The ride is IMPROVED over the std suspension. Amazing.

good to hear that...what's a BMW without amazing performance...