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I noticed that a lot of the folks that picked the 2006 4.8is did so with the caveat that it should be CPO. I have to second that. I honestly don't know if I would risk an eBay non-CPO with that big of a cash outlay.

At the very least you should get the VIN# and get the service history from BMW. It should be in their database. That way you can see if it's been serviced on a regular basis, as well as check for show-stoppper problems (engine, tranny).

There's also another company where you can use the VIN# to check the accident history. I forget their website. It's a beast of a vehicle, but do your homework!

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Originally Posted by FSETH

It sounds like you have the sporty car thing covered with the M3, A4, and Boxter S in your garage. The new e70 without the sports package should be about the most comfortable ride you can get in an X5 so it may be a nice change for you. It should also give you more storage and passenger room over the e53 as well, BUT since you asked I would personally make the sport package a must have option if I were purchasing any X5. It doesn't seem to be a popular opinion here, but after seeing a few e70 sport packages on the road I think it is a beautiful looking car. It looks much more aggressive and purposful than the standard e70 model and easily as nice as a 4.6is or 4.8is. Just my 2 cents though.

I would agree with you on the 4.8i. If you like sporty, you need the sports package. If you're concerned about it looking too much "like another SUV on the road" (which I do NOT), then look at the Aero Kit... And add the 20" (or larger) wheels. I know, it all adds up... :(

Interesting point. I am about to purchase a used 2006 X5 from a private party. The X5 has less than 20K miles and still has the remainder of the factory warranty. I got it inspected by the local BMW dealer and it passed their point inspection (i was told it is the same as the inspection done for CPO). Is it possible to buy an extended warranty for the X5 if i am not the original owner?

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Originally Posted by StanF18

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Originally Posted by noworyz

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only the original owner can purchase the extended warranty. CPO is different and must be done by a dealership. but, the warranty is transferable

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Originally Posted by xnsf

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only the original owner can purchase the extended warranty. CPO is different and must be done by a dealership. but, the warranty is transferable

Hmmmm.... When I was shopping for the 2006 4.8is through ebay, my dealer said they would be very happy to sell me the extended warranty on it so long as the vehicle is still under the original warranty - roughly $2000.

Anyway, my X5 is ordered at 3% over invoice...

Black Sapphire
SADDLE BROWN interior
Dark Walnut trim

I would have waited and ordered the e70 with the new TBed V8. ITs gonna have some serious power.

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Originally Posted by STALKER

I would have waited and ordered the e70 with the new TBed V8. ITs gonna have some serious power.

Yeah, "TBD" is anyone's guess when it would arrive... I think I'll let others be the guineau pig for that...Then I'll purchase it once it's tried, tested and true... Further, I would assume it's going to cost a heck of a lot more than the $56,387 we spent on the current V8...