My take on the X6

[Low Note]

Originally Posted by cmyX5go

I don't multi task. When I'm driving, I'm driving. No cell phone, no blackberry, no food, no drink, no makeup. Nothing but eyes on the road. I don't need to look at my speedo. I found the HUD to be distracting, where my eyes traveled to the display and took my focus off the road.

That's why they are options. Some like the features. some don't.

You are absolutely correct. That's why they make chocolate and vanilla...and even strawberry. Since I'm used to playing in an orchestra with one eye on the conductor and one eye on the music, the heads up doesn't both me. But I can understand how it could be distracting for someone not used to having to focus on two different planes at the same time. I did get one option that I probably won't use...the $150 phone integration. I don't have an I-phone or blackberry yet, so it won't help with my two year old Razr3. Since I'm on T-mobile, I can't do an I-phone. I don't even like to talk on the phone hands free when I'm driving, so what was I thinking when I decided on this option (?). At least it will only cost me less than a buck a month in a lease.

[LeMansX5]

Originally Posted by cmyX5go

The HUD also annoyed me. Skipped that option too.

What's annoying about the HUD?

[Low Note]

A lot of people have trouble focusing on the heads up display, which is very close to the driver, and maintain proper distance vision on the road ahead at the same time. I don't have that problem, because since I've played in a symphony orchestra for the past 40 years, I've been able to train my eyes to focus on the music 2 feet in front of me and the conductor on the podium, about 40 feet away. Also, if you wear bi-focal or progressive eyeglasses, this can present a problem with heads up.

[cmyX6go]

Originally Posted by LeMansX5

What's annoying about the HUD?

I find it distracting. My eyes kept getting drawn to it. I imagine that I would get used to it, my test drive was relatively short but I didn't see a need for the option. You know me, I'm not one for bells and whistles. Do you remember how long it took me to stop hyperventilating over all the new gadgets in the E70.

I guess it's like when SG drove my X and the spot mirrors on my side views made him crazy. You see something that feels like it shouldn't be there.

[LeMansX5]

Originally Posted by cmyX5go

I find it distracting. My eyes kept getting drawn to it. I imagine that I would get used to it, my test drive was relatively short but I didn't see a need for the option. You know me, I'm not one for bells and whistles. Do you remember how long it took me to stop hyperventilating over all the new gadgets in the E70.

I guess it's like when SG drove my X and the spot mirrors on my side views made him crazy. You see something that feels like it shouldn't be there.

I like it and think its a very good safety feature and shows directions and your speed right in front of you.

[Low Note]

Originally Posted by LeMansX5

I like it and think its a very good safety feature and shows directions and your speed right in front of you.

Hi LeMansX5,
I ordered the heads up display in my X6 which is now in production because it was recommended by several other BMW owners. Once rented a Cadillac with heads up and it turned out to be pretty cool. Since I have become used to using a captive navigation system, I am hoping that the heads up will prevent me from having to divert my eyes away from the road. With the aggressive way people drive around the DC area, one cannot afford to look away from the traffic even for a second.

[ravenheart]

Hey all - finally got around to taking some pictures of our winter shoes. They've been on for a few weeks now, but as always getting around to snapping some pics took awhile

Our biggest need was to have true snow tires as we have several trips this winter where snow removal is marginal at best, and no salting is allowed. So what we ended up getting are Vredestein Wintrac Extreme on 19x8.5 Beyern Multi. Its one of the combos our dealer (Motorwerks) is pushing. Installed with TPMS and tax it came to ~$3600.

As you can see in the pictures they have already seen good use and they really have been very good in the snow. Handlingwise on dry roads there is a bit of a jelly effect when turning, but nothing too bad.

On a side note - it is possible to fit the stock 20's in the back of the X6 with the seats down.

Anyways - here is some pics - that last one is a bonus, because it was part of the same picture series

[LeMansX5]

Originally Posted by ravenheart

Hey all - finally got around to taking some pictures of our winter shoes. They've been on for a few weeks now, but as always getting around to snapping some pics took awhile

Our biggest need was to have true snow tires as we have several trips this winter where snow removal is marginal at best, and no salting is allowed. So what we ended up getting are Vredestein Wintrac Extreme on 19x8.5 Beyern Multi. Its one of the combos our dealer (Motorwerks) is pushing. Installed with TPMS and tax it came to ~$3600.

As you can see in the pictures they have already seen good use and they really have been very good in the snow. Handlingwise on dry roads there is a bit of a jelly effect when turning, but nothing too bad.

On a side note - it is possible to fit the stock 20's in the back of the X6 with the seats down.

Anyways - here is some pics - that last one is a bonus, because it was part of the same picture series

Quite a dough for winter shows.

Not sure if you can fit 20" in back with seats down. X5 takes only 3 20" wheels vertical. The fourth one you have to put on rear seats folded.

Take a pic if they fit and let us know.

[ravenheart]

Originally Posted by LeMansX5

Not sure if you can fit 20" in back with seats down. X5 takes only 3 20" wheels vertical. The fourth one you have to put on rear seats folded.

Take a pic if they fit and let us know.

We managed to get them in - 2 was flat on the floor and 2 was slanted on top of them. I did not get a picture of it