Opinions needed, Colors/Options for 35d

[twssas]

Thanks for all the input. I think I would like the sand/beige interior, but don't know how well that will mesh with space grey. Don't want too much of a contrast.....and even though I make all my trips to dealer....still haven't seen that particular color combo. I see lots of Platinum Bronze/Sand Biege, and various external colors with black interior. Wish they still have light grey...but it is not to be.......

Think I will stick with just the heated seat option.....still undecided on the premium sound option.

Any thoughts on the 19" vs 18", and the shiny shadowline trim vs. the matte/black rubber finish?

Again, thanks to all for your advice.

[Penguin]

Originally Posted by twssas

I think I would like the sand/beige interior, but don't know how well that will mesh with space grey. Don't want too much of a contrast.....and even though I make all my trips to dealer....still haven't seen that particular color combo.

The vehicle used for the model in the X5 brochure is Space Gray with Sand Beige, so BMW thinks it goes well.

I have a Space Gray with Sand Beige and like the color combo. The only thing I would change is the wood trim... I went back and forth between the walnut (dark, but nice grain) and light poplar (good color, but didn't like the grain). I ended-up with the Walnut and wish I had gone for the Light Poplar, as the Walnut is just too dark and doesn't give much of a "wood" effect except in bright sunlight.

Basically, the walnut is so dark it sort of blends in with the black dash, giving a two-tone effect to the interior. With the light poplar, you get more of a two-tone with a wood trim transition between the light and dark tones.

But, in the end, it is all personal taste.

[AzNMpower32]

I never have understood cars that are silver or gray with a beige interior. It looks wrong even in the BMW brochure.

I think everyone gets Space Gray, but if you must do so, then I'd suggest Black leather with aluminium trim. Titanium Silver is a nice hue for the exterior.

I'd skip Smartphone integration, I would order Sport Activity Package. Prevents too many colours inside since it has the anthracite headliner. The Aluminium trim will break it up.

I would skip the Premium sound unless you're an audiophile. Money can be better spent on the ZAP.