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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-12-2015, 10:42 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,738
Posted By PUZZ
I was forced out of my car due to a tranny issue....

I was forced out of my car due to a tranny issue. Ended up with a CPO 2013 Audi Q7. Larger and more comfortable than the X5 and fit and finish seems better too. Not as quick, but this my wife's...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-02-2014, 11:28 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 15,939
Posted By PUZZ
If so, it couldn't behave more differently. This...

If so, it couldn't behave more differently. This is an 8 speed vs the 6 speed that was in the X5. Shifts up and down are as smooth as silk - something I could never say about my old car even when...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-02-2014, 09:44 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 15,939
Posted By PUZZ
Same thing happened to me last month which was...

Same thing happened to me last month which was only 3 weeks after having valves replaced!!

BMW NA offered to cover 60 percent of the estimated $7600 total job cost for a new tranny. I appealed...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-29-2014, 04:08 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,634
Posted By PUZZ
Valves last month. Now it needs a new tranny!

Unreal set of circumstances. Brought the car for a vibration issue when shifting. Thought it was related to the recently completed valve job. SA called to tell me I need a new transmission. ...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-27-2014, 05:55 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,323
Posted By PUZZ
Valve Job Part II and E70 replacement

So after getting my car back after the valve replacement I had to return after 18 hours to have an O2 sensor and the catalytic converter replaced. It didn't cost me anything as it was related to the...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-16-2014, 10:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 12,314
Posted By PUZZ
Valve Seals Replaced at 63,000 mi

Just got my '08 4.8 back after 2 weeks at the dealer. Complete valve seal replacement at only 63k miles. Had to take the engine out of the car! The bright side is that BMW covered 85% of the est....
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-09-2014, 05:27 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,536
Posted By PUZZ
I had the same issue at 55,000 miles and my...

I had the same issue at 55,000 miles and my service department went to BMW on my behalf and I was able to get the repair covered as goodwill. They covered 50% on a separate repair for my wife's e61...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-29-2013, 08:57 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,329
Posted By PUZZ
My warranty expired in May 2012 so I was a year...

My warranty expired in May 2012 so I was a year plus out of warranty.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-28-2013, 11:14 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,329
Posted By PUZZ
I had this same issue at 54,000 miles. BMW ended...

I had this same issue at 54,000 miles. BMW ended up covering the repair which had been estimated at $2100. I recommend asking your service advisor to check with BMW.
Forum: X5 (F15) Forum 07-25-2013, 10:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,339
Posted By PUZZ
Right now. M-sport looks a lot better in the...

Right now. M-sport looks a lot better in the "Build Viewer" than anything I've seen thus far. That said, still not sure I'm going for it.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-16-2013, 02:28 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,959
Posted By PUZZ
Smile [QUOTE=95wildtt;945358]Gonna stay with my 2008...

[QUOTE=95wildtt;945358]Gonna stay with my 2008 E70 until the wheels fall off... :dunno:

I may end up doing the same thing! I only put 10k miles/yr on the car (currently 52,000 miles). Can't...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-06-2013, 11:17 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,959
Posted By PUZZ
Next SUV?

With seemingly more negative vs positive comments surrounding the new f15, what are people thinking for the next vehicle assuming you'll be in the market in the next year or two? I'm thinking...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-05-2013, 08:04 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 6,872
Posted By PUZZ
Had the same issue only the water came in through...

Had the same issue only the water came in through the front interior light near the rear view mirror. The sunroof drains were clogged up. Dealer blew them out and water tested when it was in for a...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-30-2013, 09:28 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,469
Posted By PUZZ
So that's just a dummy bulb in there?

So that's just a dummy bulb in there?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-29-2013, 11:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,469
Posted By PUZZ
OK, really dumb question...

Sorry about this, but what are the 2 inner most headlights for? It's clear that there is a bulb of some sort in there, but it never turns on. Meanwhile those smaller lights on my wife's 5er seem to...
Forum: X5 (F15) Forum 03-08-2013, 11:31 AM
Replies: 503
Views: 251,502
Posted By PUZZ
Certainly looks better than the brown die cast...

Certainly looks better than the brown die cast model that's been floating around. Can't wait to see in person. Will this be unveiled at the New York Auto show?
Forum: X5 (F15) Forum 03-07-2013, 10:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,449
Posted By PUZZ
Will the F15 get debuted at the NYC auto show? I...

Will the F15 get debuted at the NYC auto show? I had heard Geneva, but apparently that was not the case.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-01-2013, 03:41 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,199
Posted By PUZZ
2014 X5 Debut?

Any word on whether BMW will debut the new X5 in New York?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-04-2012, 09:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,395
Posted By PUZZ
Help Needed: I need a new wheel!

Wife crunched my rear 214 wheel today as she avoided a dog darting into the road. Any advice on a good place to find an OEM wheel? I know there are many on eBay, but I'm not sure what I'm getting...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-11-2012, 09:41 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,953
Posted By PUZZ
My car has only been in for scheduled maintenance...

My car has only been in for scheduled maintenance as called for by the service interval indicator. Just brought it in a few weeks ago for oil, filters, brake flush, etc. Everything is up to date...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-10-2012, 09:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,953
Posted By PUZZ
Extended Maintenance Plan

has anyone purchased the extended service plan covering scheduled maintenance? It's approx $2,500 for a 2 yr extension from the new car plan. My 08 comes off warranty and the service plan next...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-13-2011, 01:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,774
Posted By PUZZ
I actually do have 19's with all seasons that...

I actually do have 19's with all seasons that I've used in the winter. I purchased the DWS's this past spring and was just curious if they would be suitable vs. having to go through the trouble of a...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-13-2011, 11:10 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,774
Posted By PUZZ
Conti DWS in Winter / Snow

Anyone with 20inch Conti's on 214 wheels considering running them this winter or had experience with them in winter / snow?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-17-2011, 10:18 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,382
Posted By PUZZ
iPhone 4 Bluetooth issue

Hi there, I just got a new iPhone and paired it with my X5. The pairing seemed to work fine, however the audio doesn't play through the car speakers. When I place a call the iPhone asks me to pick...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-27-2011, 02:52 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,825
Posted By PUZZ
Is there any cure to the SAT Preset issue yet?

My dealer said a couple of weeks approx. a month ago, but I haven't seen anything yet.
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