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09-09-2014, 01:38 PM
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Seems like most of the issues were sorted by '11-'12 and most of the issues are with the 4.8 V8. I'd go with a 3.5i or 35d.
I think you should go for it. It would be unique and you wouldn't see another on the road!
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09-09-2014, 02:28 PM
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That's for sure, it would be unique. I ordered my Tahoe for the same reason, it's bright red - what Chevrolet calls Victory Red - and it's available by special order for the whopping price of....ready for this?.....$275. I added Z71 wheels, badges and running boards and it's very unique. I just wish it was more fun to drive like my old X5!
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09-09-2014, 07:51 PM
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PlastiDip......
This is the stuff. dipyourcar.com
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09-09-2014, 09:17 PM
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Stop agonizing yourself and buy another Imola Red e53 for about half of what it would cost you to buy an e70 and repaint .... Then use the $6K to ... (whatever).
Here are 3 examples of Imola Red e53 X5's for sale: 1. BMW 2006 X5 4.8is Red 2. 2004 BMW X5 4.8is Imola Red 3. 2006 BMW X5 4.4i Sport !!!!
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09-10-2014, 07:11 AM
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I do like the newer '11 and later models that have the 35i engine rather than the older non turbo 3.0 models like I had. I'm keeping my eye open for an '05 or '06 model with the 4.4 engine in Imola Red, if I find another one without a ton of miles on it and a good service history I'll probably jump on it.
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09-10-2014, 07:25 AM
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Basora, the 4.4 down in VA Beach looks intriguing. It has the engine I want, unfortunately it's a black interior and I don't want that but I could live with it. It has 105K miles which is more than I wanted, but as you say with the money I'd be saving it might be worth the risk. I could put away a couple thousand for an emergency "fix my bmw" fund just in case it decides to start falling apart on me, lol
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09-10-2014, 10:27 AM
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What about this one right next door in VA?
It does have black interior but the miles are lower - Cars for Sale: 2006 BMW X5 4.8is in Yorktown, VA 23693: Sport Utility Details - 380064221 - AutoTrader.com
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09-10-2014, 10:49 AM
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Great engine and good features/options ... a bit pricey.
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09-10-2014, 11:14 AM
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It's a nice looking car - and basically Yorktown is very close to VA Beach where the other one is located. But it has the 4.8 engine and I'm trying to stick with the 4.4.
I like the idea of a newer '11 or later model but I have to admit, buying an older E53 model for far less money is appealing. Decisions. Saw another nice 4.4 model as well, but it's in California. A bit too far away to be practical. I'd have to fly out there and drive home and heck, that would take several days. It'd be fun if I was retired but sadly, I'm still working for a living
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