Question about Aero Kit

[mikeygaga0713]

When I order my x5 I would like it to have a "sporty" appearance, I have heard that the Aero kit is the best way to do this. Now I am leasing the car so do I tell BMW that I want this and they do this for me or is it something after-market I have to get? Also I am afraid that if it is after-market it might cause some kind of damage to my car or void something because I am leasing and not buying.

[canamx5]

Originally Posted by mikeygaga0713

When I order my x5 I would like it to have a "sporty" appearance, I have heard that the Aero kit is the best way to do this. Now I am leasing the car so do I tell BMW that I want this and they do this for me or is it something after-market I have to get? Also I am afraid that if it is after-market it might cause some kind of damage to my car or void something because I am leasing and not buying.

It's a dealer installed kit. It will not damage the car and will only increase the value.... good thing for BMW... not so much for you financially since you will be returning the car to them. I thought it was worth it! I couldn't stand the cheap looking bumpers. It will not void anything. You could also go for the upcoming ///M sport kit, but it will cost you plenty more and since you are leasing... maybe not such a good idea. It's your money, do what you want with it. BTW, I love the look of my X5 with the kit.

http://www.xoutpost.com/x5-e70-forum/...ics-e70-k.html

[mikeygaga0713]

your x5 looks great with the kit. Did you lease too? How much should it increase my payments? Am thinking of getting an alpine white x5 with AK,Does the AK include the titanium grill and running boards? thanks for answering.

[canamx5]

Originally Posted by mikeygaga0713

your x5 looks great with the kit. Did you lease too? How much should it increase my payments? Am thinking of getting an alpine white x5 with AK,Does the AK include the titanium grill and running boards? thanks for answering.

Thanks! I am leasing and paid cash for the kit. The grill comes standard on the 4.8i and the boards are an option. ($300.00) Do a search, a member recently posted pics of a white E70 with A-K. Good luck!

[mikeygaga0713]

Am just curious, what do you play on doing with the kit after you return the lease, take it off and sell it?

[PeteM]

Originally Posted by mikeygaga0713

Am just curious, what do you play on doing with the kit after you return the lease, take it off and sell it?

You wouldnt want to do that based on the manner of fixing and bonding to the existing bumpers. Best to keep them on.

[mikeygaga0713]

Thats the problem that I have, I am going to spend 2 gs on a Aero Kit and then basically just "give" it to BMW when I turn in my lease?

[PeteM]

Originally Posted by mikeygaga0713

Thats the problem that I have, I am going to spend 2 gs on a Aero Kit and then basically just "give" it to BMW when I turn in my lease?

In the UK you can add the Aero kit onto the overall purchase price when you order the car can you not do that in the US?

If you do take it off the bumper will be damaged and require repair if thats possible.

The choice is yours mate, would the Aerokit give any uplift to the residual at the end of the lease. How long is the lease?

[X5FX]

Originally Posted by canamx5

You could also go for the upcoming ///M sport kit

Can you tell us more about this kit?

I was going to add the Aero Kit, but was told it cant be added because I already have the hitch...I would really like to add the Aero kit.

[canamx5]

Originally Posted by X5FX

Can you tell us more about this kit?

I was going to add the Aero Kit, but was told it cant be added because I already have the hitch...I would really like to add the Aero kit.

I think the X5 pictured in the accessories brochure had the hitch... not 100% sure tough? X5FX, I'm not sure if you want to know about the aero kit or the ///M sport kit? In the case of the ///M, I don't know anymore that has been posted here. If it's the aero kit you are wondering about... ask away.
What would you like to know?