haha that's funny. :bustingup

Which dealership? I have to check this out!

I did the same thing...traded my X5 after less than a year for an M3. I also really liked the X5 but just didn't love it (nor did I enjoy washing it), yet I still worried that I'd regret selling it. That turned out not to be an issue at all. I LOVE my M3!!

To the OP, good luck with the M5.

I can't give up my M3 but wanted the X5. So I just sold my wife's car and bought her the X5. Now I have the best of both worlds.

I think the X5 is fantastic but comparing it with M3s and M5s is apples and oranges. These vehicles are in completely different categories.

Just an update...I had a ton of responses and quick payments. Thank you to all. I'm sure you will be happy with everything. That being said I still have a few good things left.

- Front and Rear Carbon Fiber Roundels (the rear was custom) $40+ shipping

- BMW WeatherTech Digital Fit Floor Mats (Black) $75+ shipping

- H&R Rear 25mm spacers that were never mounted. They are brand new in the box. $100+ shipping ($150+ ship on any website)

- Extended Fender Flares SOLD
- Matte Black Grilles SOLD
- GP Thunder Angel Eye bulbs SOLD
- White Side Reflectors - SOLD
- BMW Trunk Liner - SOLD
- BMW OEM 21" 128 Wheels with Tires. SOLD

That's the way to go.

And I agree...they are completely different animals. I had a 2004 E46 330i and a 2006 E90 330i, then thought I was ready to move to a larger/higher vehicle and bought the X5. I really did like it and thought it was a beautiful vehicle (search for my thread where I posted pics) but I started to get the itch to get back into a car. Then I made the "mistake" of test driving the M3 and I was immediately sold. I plan to be an X5 owner again someday...hopefully it will be my wife's car and I will be driving an M! :D

will the spacers fit a 2002 4.6is? anyone know?

Sorry spacers are sold. They wouldn't fit anyway.

Haha I wonder how many people have accidentally test drove an m3 and drove away with a devilish grin and white knuckles. I have intentionally avoided test driving an m until I know I am ready to buy one! I wouldnt be able to walk away, i just know it. Congrats on your m5 hope it suits you well:thumbup:

It was at Irvine BMW. In Dec. with their holiday promotion ($2500) So the total deal was $17,500 off. Interlagos Blue / Silverstone Perforated Leather / Aluminum trim / Fully Loaded / $102,300 sticker price.

Wife walk-in at the WRONG time, I almost pull the trigger...