5.0 is one awesome truck!

[jhb]

Dropped of my 2004 4.4 with 106k miles and picked up my new 2012 X5 50 with 4 miles! What a ride. This thing is awsome!

I never drove the 50 when I was negotiating. But when I showed up to pick it up and started it up, wow, what a symphony! The engine sound really is impressive.

I got the sport activity and love the sport wheel and paddle shifters. It looks awesome with the 19" wheels too.

I ordered:
Premium, Sport activity with 20 way seats, cold weather, 3rd row seats.

I look forward to driving this truck. Its quickness and speed defies it's heft. I found myself a few times having to brake harder than I anticipated as the thing gets up and going so well you forget its still a large truck and needs some space to stop!

My only note of caution: not sure this will be the best thing to own out of warranty. Every time I touch the truck or a button, I can hear some motor or servo doing something. Lots of toys, but would hate to be on the hook if they start breaking.

But for now, who cares, this thing is so fun!