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Old 02-12-2011, 06:18 PM
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Welcome to the forum. Im actually out in LA now with a chevy suv. I cant wait to get back home to my X5.
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I am in the same boat lads! Bought a 2008 x5 4.8, with whole shebang! Can't seem to get enough of it, and neither can the wifey.
Just love it. And totally aggree on the sport option but I probably couldn't do without the premium sound and iPod connect either.
So lovely! Bimmers are for drivers while Lexus are for passengers!
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Welcome, and congrats!
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Congrats on the purchase!

You can still get the Sport look (exterior at least), by getting the arched fender flares and a set of 214's in the aftermarket. Swap out the current tires and put winter rubber on it for snow duty!
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But absolutely try before you buy. There is a penalty in ride quality.
If I wanted to ride on a cloud, and feel like I was navigating a yacht, I would be driving an Escalade or a Navigator. BMW's beg for performance oriented driving.
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If I wanted to ride on a cloud, and feel like I was navigating a yacht, I would be driving an Escalade or a Navigator. BMW's beg for performance oriented driving.
An X5 MSport on 19s is certainly no cloud and I don't want that either but I test drove an X5 MSport with 20s and it was noticeably more firm. I already have super firm with the Z4 so the X5 is a welcomed difference.

PS: I partake in the performance oriented driving with the X5 almost daily. Especially given any opportunity on an on ramp or twisty road.
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Congrats on the purchase!

You can still get the Sport look (exterior at least), by getting the arched fender flares and a set of 214's in the aftermarket. Swap out the current tires and put winter rubber on it for snow duty!
I think I can buy 214s from BMW for a "paltry" 6 grand....shoot me now..where can I find em AM on the cheap.....love that idea (inclusive of fender flares) but then not sure how nice it'll look in winter with the non staggered 19s installed. hmmmm
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Welcome to the party. BMW= Drivers Wanted!
haha I'd even say it like this: Nissan says drivers wanted, because all real drivers choose BMWs


OP, welcome! And if I may be so bold, I highly recommend you trade that G35 for a 335. Sure, it is more expensive, but you will know what you're paying for when you're driving it. Just be sure to get it with all the toys
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Congrats! Excellent decision. Welcome to one of the best boards online

Consider getting the replica 20's that are from the x6m. They look great and are available on ebay. A few members here have done them and they look great. Also you can get away with no flares I believe on these wheels. I too do not like the idea of wearing my winter shoes with flares....
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