You should buy Ciscos truck, here's why:

Enthusiast owned... we know the maintenance requirements, we know how to diagnose problems, and we know how to DIY repairs.

Mods... You can pay $.10 on the dollar for mods, versus buying a stock X.

Local and priced fairly. Go get it!

it is not 2002... or the front end was wrecked and then replaced with facelifted parts...

car looks good but I'm not a fan of the interior color

Confusion on the mpg is probably from the BMW published figures, which are EPA test figures. Trouble is, they are not real world. On a dyno you don't worry about weight, and the test is the same, so the acceleration rate is the same (very slow). In the real world, you use the power of the V8, and pay for it at the pump. Many claim they have the same mpg, but bottom line is that they don't, when it hits your wallet.

If that isn't important, fine. I would drive a 3.0 and decide if it works for you. Personally, I wouldn't have the V8. I do understand people wanting the sound of the V8, or the badge, or the acceleration. Just shouldn't justify the decision by assuming that mileage is the same, and that repair costs are the same.

+1 for a 3.0i. Its not the fastest on it's feet...but adequate for day to day. Unless you can find a 4.4 or 4.8 thats been meticulously maintained; with their increasing age and (more often than not), neglect... I would recommend to stay away from the V8's. People erroneously conclude that because they can get a 4.8is nowadays relatively cheap, and operate it with a limited budget that they'll be ok. The reality of it is, is that unless you understand the complexity of models like the 4.8 and are prepared to fully commit to the associated repairs/costs (whether you're the DIY type or not); you're more than likely going to end up disappointed.

Don't get me wrong the 4.8is is a monster and the sound it makes coupled with the power under the right foot is intoxicating...just be prepared for some pretty hefty repair bills that are often associated with it. :thumbup:

I believe you could actually order the 2-axle air susp. with a 3.0/4.4. I'm positive a member here has a 3.0i with it.....but for the life of me, I cant recall who it is! That being said though, the majority of non-4.8is X's will have only the self-levelling rear.

Me i said this : love the V8...everytime i start the engine, she put a smile in my face....to me we should have some budget for repairs ...especially a 10year old car...if you are ok to spend unplanned $$ ...thus, go for it :) life is short ...Enjoy !

quoting oneself is sooo lame!!!!

attached is a build sheet for the one in the craigslist - the car is indeed 2002 model, 3.0i... i got the VIN for that car...

steering wheel was regular, could have been changed to sport version, i don't think it has sport package but the cold package is there for sure... the car has shadowline but it does not show sport package - things may have gotten changed... also, the description says topaz blue, but maybe my monitor is off - it looks black on my screen... fine wood trim doesn't check out either but it could have been replaced with aluminum trim...

main thing, the front fenders, hood, the headlights are from facelifted model, not from 2002 model...

either somebody did an excellent job converting appearance of a 2002 3.0i model into 4.8iS model, including badging, the fender flares, or the car on the pic is not the car offered for sale... or, there are multiple cars and the seller gave wrong vin....

BMW style 57 wheels are 17" - i don't think this car had sport package from the factory...

BMW wheel rim style 57

Nice research, TerminatorX5. As edparks said, RUN

What do you guys think of this car

2006 BMW X5 3.0i, $12,995 - Cars.com