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Hi there,

just want to drop you a line. I am a newbie and I just bought a 2005 4.4i brand spanking new directly from BMW Canada.

The truck is silver with dakota black leather interior with whole bunch of options.

I didn't like the style 83 wheels so I had them put winter tires on them and install a set of 20" Cross Spoke 177.

At the same time there will be installing a pair of Invision headrest dvd systems.

I will have the X5 on Monday. I was wondering if it would look strange if I add the rear 4.8is valence on the rear bumber and instead of replacing the whole front bumber for the 4.8is version I would install the the underride front skid plate (painted silver).

Anyway look forward the get the truck.

:welcome: and congrats! Use search and you may find an X5 similar to what you are going for. Post pics when you get it.

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..especially with the 177s ;)

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welcome....i think the rear valence + decorative skid plate should look fine. The silver should balance it out.

Welcome to X5world!

So, what is the story with buying a brand new 2005 model, presumably never licensed? Why direct from BMW, and not a dealer? If it is old stock, are they changing all the fluids prior to delivering it to you (especially the brake fluid, which is already due for a change?)

I was going to ask the same thing. Get a clarification on the vehicle's in-service date. It could have been placed in service as early as Q4 2004.

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The 177's are gorgeous wheels and not that many X5's have them so you'll stand out. As far as the 4.8is spoilers, I say get the front too. The decorative front skid plate is not that visible from the side and that is the view that looks most unbalanced with just the rear piece. Just my $0.02 but get the whole kit or none at all.

You will enjoy your Invision system. I've got the Revolution II setup in my X5. Very trick system and Invision is very supportive of us. Their BMW sales manager is a member here and posts regularly.