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BMW X5
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2003 x5 3.0 or 4.4 to replace my 1996 landcrusier
Hello all, this is my first post here. I've been looking at the BMW x5 for a few years now... I bought a 1996 landcruiser a few years ago. However my 4 wheeling days are over.... I've really built up the truck and I'm done. I've had bmws in the past and I know that they need matienance regularly. I'm planning on spending about $18k. I live in colorado so I ... Read More
BMW X5 Maintenance and Repair
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Re: 2003 X5 3.0 how do you change antifeeze [shawn54]
can I use the brand that is marked "for all cars" Use BMW coolant ONLY.
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2003 X5 3.0 how do you change antifeeze
I would like to change the antifreeze in my bmw , can anybody help can I use the brand that is marked "for all cars"
BMW X5 Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: Made the plunge !! [autocrazy]
Congratulations on getting your X5. I got my 2003 Certified pre-owned 325i back in 2005. The free maintenance was good till 2007. I extended it for two more years till 2009. You won't get all the benefits for the extension. You will have to pay a minimum amount whenever your car is in the dealership for maintenance although you don't have to pay anything that has to do with warranty. Also, ... Read More
BMW X5 Diesel Reliability
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Re: BMW X5 Diesel Reliability [sjthomas]
I have had two diesel BMWs (2009 and 2011 X5 35d) and I've had a total of seven X5s of various trim levels since 2001. I've had zero mechanical or warranty problems with any X5 since 2003. The diesels have been completely reliable. If you buy a diesel x5, I recommend the 2011 instead of a left-over 2010 for several reasons (even though the drive trains are essentially the same.) - ... Read More
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BMW X5 Diesel Reliability
I am still debating regarding getting a diesel. It is tempting with all the current rebate offers from BMW and feds. Can anyone comment on the reliability of BMW diesels? I currently drive a 2003 325i and hence I am biased for an X5. Wife wants an MDX because of the value but I don't get that kick in an MDX as I got in an X5 when I test drove ... Read More
BMW X5 Maintenance and Repair
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Valley pan gasket and the list goes on
Having given our 2003 4.4i X5 to our son Jan 2009, 58K...no problems to really speak of over the time we had it. Thought it would be a great vehicle for him for several years! NOT! He has had to replace linkages $1800, rotors (4th time for those...rest were under warranty when we had it) $1500, tires..due to the linkage problem, the wear was uneven, $1200. Now, a valley pan gasket ... Read More
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Re: 2003 X5 - Dangerous stalling [timo2533]
I was at the dealership waiting for my X3 and the person next to me was waiting for his X5. He said that he had bought it brand new about two years ago for over $60,000 and he said it was in for service on average once a month. He was done with BMW. I am done with BMW. That makes three of us.
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BMW X5 Battery Replacement
We have a 2003 BMW X5 which has been somewhat of a great car, but is no longer under warranty. I am hearing horror stories about the cost of replacing the car's battery. Can anyone shed some light on the cost of battery replacement and the location/access available to the battery?
2007 BMW X5
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Re: 2007 X5 Battery Drain [dianeg]
I've had many BMW's. You are not experiencing something out of the ordinary for a BMW. BMW's, and many other late model luxury type cars, continue to operate a lot of electronics (alarm, motion detectors, some ventilation, etc) even when the car is turned off. A week is not uncommon before the battery is run down, maybe not dead, but rundown (especially in cold/winter climates.) Can't speak for the Range Rover. ... Read More
BMW X5 Maintenance and Repair
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2003 X5 - Dangerous stalling
I made the mistake of buying a used 2003 BMW X5 from Carmax in Feb. 2007, with the extended warranty for $1,800. Since having the car, it has stalled in traffic about 13 times, massively shakes when the brakes are applied, and the transmission is slipping. Carmax said they fixed the rotors only to have the car shake again after 5 months. About two weeks ago, with my two year old ... Read More
BMW X5 Reliability Concerns
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TRANS.FAIL-SAFE PROG on BMX X5 2001 year
my 2001 X5 4.4 is now started to exhibit these symptons also. I foun d the recall email from 6/14/2001, I called the BMW hotline at 1800-831-1117 they said my VIn number was not involved in this recall. I purchased this vehicvle in April 2003. Does anyone know if the BMW hotline is given my a true story or is it they just dont want to cover the reapir. the origila ... Read More
Acura MDX vs BMW X5
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BMW X5...vs Land Cruiser?
Sorry but there isn't much activity on the "regular" X5 forum (not since last December!), so I thought I might get an answer here. I've always owned large SUV's. My current one is a Yukon that I bought new in 2000 and has been very reliable and trouble-free, even with 150K miles on it. I'm itchy to buy a new (used) SUV and the X5 intrigues me. My wife drove one ... Read More
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Re: May '07 Car and Driver Comparison [love2driveinct]
We considered another XC90 but kept it as a fourth choice behind the MDX, X5 and Q7. Do not misunderstand me; the XC90 is a good vehicle. In my opinion, it has a classic exterior design, great V8 engine, good cargo capacity, and the general sense that if you were in an accident, you and your passengers would survive. It also has been very reliable. While others have had problems, mine ... Read More
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Close your eyes- you may thinks it is a BMW
Just bought my wife a 2008 MDX Tech/Ent and we love it. I have owned BMW's over the past 12 years including my current 2003 M3 convertible BLK/RED interior and I truly think that the MDX drives like a European car/suv. It is indeed a fair comparison to the X5, we bought the MDX b/c of price and repairs down the road. And the fact that the cargo space is far ... Read More
BMW X5 Maintenance and Repair
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Nav Screen wont turn on - 03 x5
Hi, I notice this morning that my Nav screen won't turn on. The radio controls seems to work but there is no screen whatsoever. When I turn off the car and restart it, I noticed that there is a quick flash on the screen but that was it. The BMW logo didn't even appear like it usually does. I have a 2003 X5 4.4 and have never had a problem with ... Read More
BMW X5 Lease Questions
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Re: Just Starting Out [twinspeed]
Greetings twinspeed. The selling price that you were quoted for the X5 that you are interested in appears to be around $2,000 over dealer invoice plus the dealer is marking up BMW Financial Services' acquisition fee by $200. I am not intimately familiar with what the market is like for this truck right now, but there is still some room there. Make sure to stop by the following discussion to see ... Read More
BMW X5 Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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2003 BMW X5 32k miles, $29k
Hello: I have the chance to buy out a lease on a BMW 4.4i X5 for $29,000 (plus sales tax). It is in very very good condition, one owner. 32k miles, no dings/scratches. It does not have the premium package ( standard cd player and speakers) It does have the winter package. I cannot think of any other info to post in asking for help. The nearest BMW dealer has a ... Read More
BMW X5 Lease Questions
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New Lease Programs X5 3.0?
Hey Car Man, know if BMW has come out with any new lease programs for the X% 3.0? My lease is up on my 2003 X5 and I am weary of getting into another one with prices pushing 900MO. If not, I'll have to find an alternative pronto
BMW X5 Cold Temp Problems
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BMW X5 Oil Separator = $25,000 Repair
2003 BMW X5 with 69K miles. 19K out of warranty and no extended warranty. February 9, I'm driving my usual route to work and the engine hydro-locks and stalls (along with the steering column), before I finally bring it off on a side street to a safe stop. Car is towed to my usual BMW Certified dealer and is diagnosed with a faulty oil separator, about $1,500. I authorize. BMW service ... Read More
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BMW Oil Separator failure in cold weather
My 2003 X5 with 31,000 miles just broke down on the highway in PA (two weeks after being serviced and coming out of the 4year/50 M warranty). The engine hyrdolocked and would not turnover. When I called roadside assistance, nobody answered the phone to help. The failure was identified as a bad oil separation value. This part was covered under the 2 year extended warranty, but the dealer is requiring I ... Read More
BMW X5 Maintenance and Repair
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BMW Extended Warranty
I am also very interested in this question. I have a 2003 X5 3.0 with only about 29K miles on it. Warranty expires in December of 2006. 1) What extended warranty options are there 2) Are they negotiable - What's a good price 3) Do they really cover everything that the factory warranty covers, or am I gonna start getting raked over the dealer coals Thanks!
BMW X5 Reliability Concerns
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Re: BMW: Reliability Concerns [div2]
between a new model x3 and a 2003 x5 4.4 which do you think would handle better?
2007 BMW X5
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Re: Worth Considering [sp5183]
As a current LR3 owner, I would STRONGLY discourage you against getting the LR3. Land Rover consistently ranks at the bottom of quality studies. We have an LR3 and it is in the shop right now. It was in the shop 3 weeks ago and before that it was in the shop. Since we've had the vehicle, there hasn't been 60 days where it hasn't been in the shop for something. ... Read More
BMW X3
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Re: I won't repeat the post. . . but the true is the true...!!! [driver100]
http://www.greenvilleonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20060729/BUSINESS/607- 290308 BMW could move X3 production to Greer Demand for SUV has automaker weighing options, according to reports Published: Saturday, July 29, 2006 - 6:00 am By Jenny Munro STAFF WRITER jmunro@greenvillenews.com BMW could move production of its X3 SUV to the Greer assembly plant within four years, a European trade publication reports. Automotive News Europe reports that the German automaker is considering a couple of scenarios when it launches ... Read More
BMW X5 Maintenance and Repair
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Re: Trickle charger
I put my 2003 530 (E39) in storage every winter and drive a 2001 X5 (4.4). I use a BMW (trickle) Charger which plugs into the 110v wall outlet and the 12v socket in the dash. After three winters of use, I have never had a dead battery and it always starts the first time in the sprine. I highly recommend this charger which I purchased from my BMW dealer. It ... Read More
Volvo XC90 vs MB M Class vs Acura MDX vs Lexus RX 350 vs BMW X5 vs Cadillac SRX
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BMW X-5 4.4 or Volvo XC90 v8?
Currently have a 2000 TLC and a 2003 540i - wife drives the BMer and now wants something more practical for hauling the baby and the dogs around in. We live in Central Ohio - i.e snow for 4 months of the year, so AWD is the thing she is looking for. Previously looked at the 1st Gen X5 back in 2000, but went with the TLC - have since driven ... Read More
BMW X5
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Re: X5 Leak??? [burrsr]
If it's under warranty (since it's 2003 with 18k miles, it's probably still the original factory warranty), then just take it to your BMW Center and they'll take care of it....
Volvo XC90 vs MB M Class vs Acura MDX vs Lexus RX 350 vs BMW X5 vs Cadillac SRX
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Merc is it
Test drove the MDX and pick up was very dissapointing as well quality of interior and seat comfort. Not a big step up from my minivan (in fact after having driven one don't know why anyone would pony up that kid of cash when the minivan is so similar but then again I don't care about people seeing me driving a minivan as some do). Struck out a again. Will say ... Read More
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X5 and Ody vs MDX
#940 of 940 X5 3.0 by safeperfsnowsu Jul 11, 2005 (11:21 pm) Is the MDX for me? I live in Boston and have a 2 hr total commute each day across town. Lots of twits and turns and zipping in to traffic at rotaries and when a spot opens up on big traffic roads. Lots of people cutting you off on the rotaries too and cutting in front of you in ... Read More
BMW X5 Maintenance and Repair
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Re: Rear window regulator [hilo1]
I'm with BMW of North America, LLC and read about your disappointment with your window regulators. Please be assured that we do everything in our power to consistently improve the quality of our BMWs and our BMW original parts. Here's some information on the new window regulators you have installed in your X5: All BMW authorized parts and accessories are warranted against defects in materials or workmanship for the balance of ... Read More
BMW X5 Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Help with purchase re:03 X5 3.0
What is good deal on following: 2003 BMW X5 3.0 13249 miles Premium Package Cold Weather Package Xenon Headlights Woodgrain Light Green Metallic Paint Not a CPO; original warranty and maintenance till 9/07. Dealer says it cost them $5,000 to have them CPO, but would be half ($2,500) if I do directly through BMW, says I can do anytime before the warranty runs out. Is this true? Car was purchased ... Read More
BMW X3 vs Subaru Forester XT vs Infiniti FX 35 vs Toyota RAV4
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Subaru Sales
If this brand is so hot and the cars are as great as we are led to believe on this website than why are the sales flat. March 2004 17,606 verses March 2003 17,614. I remember the comments at the end of January when BMW had one down month that several of you and you know who you are said BMW was dropping fast and they had lost it. Using the ... Read More
BMW X3
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m5x3
Nice to hear someone is happy with their choice and not getting harrassed by some BMW hater. I also got the Terracotta interior with Jet Black exterior and some guy harrassed me about my gray carpet. I now assume mine will have black carpet since yours does. I also got a pretty loaded one with premium, sport, Y spoke wheels, Xenon, heated seats, premium stereo. I have a 2003 M3 and ... Read More
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My 9th BMW
My X3 will be my 9th BMW since 1995. Regarding the gray interior of the X3 I can tell you that my X5 that I am trading had the silver interior and I will never do a silver interior again. Dirt and wear shows on the seats, carpet, and especially in the back where you carry things. My 2001 330cic also had the silver interior and it showed dirt and the ... Read More
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Navigation System and Sirrus Radio
I ordered An X3 3.0 with a sticker of $46 with most options except the navigation system. I have a 2002 M3 convertible and a 2003 M3 coupe. I do not like the navigation system in my M3 and rarily use it, it malfunctioned and the entire unit was replaced under warranty. Maybe its my generation but I though it was a little difficult or maybe its just hard to shift ... Read More
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My X3 Is already built
Ordered a loaded X3 3.0 in late November and it was built last week and will be here in 3 weeks. I got the sport, premium Pkg, better wheels, xenon, premium stereo, heated seats etc with a $46 sticker. I am probably not the typical X3 targeted buyer since I own a 2002M3 convertible and a 2003 M3 coupe and I am trading in my 2001 X5 with 45,000 miles. For ... Read More
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X3 versus other SUVs
Like many of you, I was very interested in the X3 after seeing the vehicle at last years auto shows. My wife's last two cars were BMW 330's. She currently has a 2003 model. I expected to buy an X3 when they arrived but did some comparisons against other capable SUVs. First I compared it to the X5. Like others have said there is only a $3K difference between an X5 ... Read More
BMW X5 Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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lovephoto
I received a similar email from the internet sales manager at Allison BMW. It applied only to in-stock vehicles (except M's). They only had X5 3.0's in stock and 2003 4.4's. I think that deal expired. I ended up ordering a 2004 4.4 from a dealership that gave me a little discount off MSRP.
Volvo XC90 vs MB M Class vs Acura MDX vs Lexus RX 350 vs BMW X5 vs Cadillac SRX
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smwls8 - Benz vs. MDX
Good morning. Like you I had a Benz C-Class (1994 C280), it was a great little car. Since that time I have gone back and forth between Benzes and BMW's and my wife has driven a couple of Grand Cherokees. I currently drive a 2003 MB E500 and a 2001 BMW 330Ci convertible for the rare sunny days. 6 months ago we wanted to replace our 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee because ... Read More
BMW X5
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JACK , one more time please
Jack, if I read you right, it seems that the MY 2000 and 2001 are to be avoided. Further, if you buy a CPO you can 1) save the initial first year hit on depreciation and 2) get a longer warranty than on a brand new car that has not been exactly trouble free (at least initially). So, wouldn't the smart thing to do to buy a 2002 CPO and pass ... Read More
Volvo XC90 vs MB M Class vs Acura MDX vs Lexus RX 350 vs BMW X5 vs Cadillac SRX
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maxhonda99
It all in here, in the Edmunds site. I will even find the link for you. The standard equipment list is public information, so there is really no disputes about it. I actually almost bought a X5 six months ago, did a lot of research on its pricing and equipment list among other things, I finally decided I couldn't or shouldn't afford one. To get a X5 with just the very ... Read More
BMW X5
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CD Changer, DSP, And Nav
I just ordered a 2003 3.0 X5, with DSP and nav (with other options). I want to install a CD changer other than the BMW changer for a number of reasons: 1) Cost. There are some others out there which cost less (Alpine CHA-S634) 2) It doesn't play MP3s I also don't want to install a CD changer that plays through a radio station. Has anyone been down this road? What ... Read More
Volvo XC90 vs MB M Class vs Acura MDX vs Lexus RX 350 vs BMW X5 vs Cadillac SRX
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Need decision and price help on 2003 Acura MDX and 2003 BMW X5
What's the lowest offer I should make for these SUV's? In your experience, is one superior to the other? I drove both and would be happy with either one even though I do like the navigation system and DVD player in the MDX. Will greatly appreciate any feedback as purchase will be made within next 2 days. Thanks! Lidia
BMW X5
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X5 v. the 03 Discovery
I own a 2000 528 and I love BWM engines, performance and everything BMW stands for, but the X5 feels like a poor job of what all BMW stand for, yes is probably the fastest SUV out on the market but that is all you get with the X5, So I opted for a Discovery 2003 with 217 HP. a V8, 4WD all the time, double transmission, leather, double cargo space ... Read More
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end of year deals!
I just purchased a 2002 x5 3.o premium,climate,cold pkg.,auto, xenon. msrp $47,270. I paid $45,000 got free mats and 2.9% finance rate from bmw (special rate just started 11/1) I also got about $1500 more for my trade than I could get from any other dealer. So far I found one map light doesn't work but the ride is incompareable. If you want one buy a 2002 now. In a few ... Read More
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2002/2003 X5 and Pricing
I'm curious, on new - what are people out there paying below MSRP? $1500, $2000, $500.00? Today I had a BMW rep offer to throw in the Spartenburg experience if I purchased new vs. CPO, as he has no CPO on the lot! Anyone done the Spart thing, and is it worth it? He flies me down, I do the thing, and drive my vehicle home!
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2002 3.0i Under Invoice <
> OK, after some research in the Central/South Florida area, there is no way that I can get invoice price let alone under invoice on any 2002 3.0 X5 eventhough the 2003's are on the lot. Best I can do is 1500 above invoice. One dealer even had 7 2002 X5's and wouldn't deal even without a trade-in, and I even was going through BMW Financial services. I think some people on ... Read More
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2003 BMW X5 4.4
tinlittle What makes you think I was expecting anything? I posted something that was relevent to the forum. Just maybe someone out there could have purchased a similar or exact setup, couldn't there be, huh?? Just maybe someone could have just came back from a dealership, saw my post, and decided to share his/her packages/pricing with me. A forum is about sharing similar experiences. Obviously you have nothing to share.
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Negotiating now on an '03 4.4
Got a few questions for everyone... hopefully they won't be annoyingly simple. 1. Tax and tags... are taxes a given? I'm an idiot living in DE where there are no sales tax, but looking to purchase the X5 in PA... perhaps sales tax on vehicles are separate from normal sales tax? 2. As I understand it, BMW doesn't have a holdback. Given that I don't have the invoice pricing info for ... Read More
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2003 BMW X5 4.4
sbadge, when you ask people around here if you have a good deal. Do you expect only someone orderred soemthing exactly like yours to comment or do you expect people to calculate the invoice and MSRP of the car you described by themselves.
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2003 BMW X5 4.4
Couldn't tell you what kind of deal you got unless we know the MSRP.
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2003 BMW X5 4.4
Just ordered a new 03 BMW X5 4.4. The 2003 model now has DVD based Navigation, and standard Head Protection System for the rear passengers. Previously you can not order Adjustable Ride Height with the Sport Package. Now you can. Also if you order the black interior, you now get a true black, not the grayish black. Otherwise, everything remains the same. The quote I got for the 4.4 is $58,400. ... Read More
Volvo XC90 vs MB M Class vs Acura MDX vs Lexus RX 350 vs BMW X5 vs Cadillac SRX
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maransm
Let's take the top three .. 1. Safety I think the best in your list of vehicles are the M-class and the upcoming XC90. The MDX is no slouch, however. It comes down to refining what you mean about safety -- do you want a vehicle that should be "very safe", or do you want a vehicle that is as safe as possible in the price range? If absolute safety is ... Read More
BMW X5
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X5 reliability
My wife has a 2001 X5 with 20,000 miles on it. The AC/Heater adjustment wheel on the dash had to be replaced, the door handles replaced due to peeling, the plastic sleeves for the steering column that squeals when returning to the preset driving position are still on order and the most troublesome was the front end had to be rebuilt ball joints, bushings. BMW indicated they've had numerous premature front ... Read More
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BMW X3
My apologies for this not being about the X5, but I see nowhere else to post this question. Does anyone know when the X3 will be available? Some of the auto publications suggest that it will be available in 2003. I called the sales manager of my local dealer and he said that it would not be available for 5 yrs.
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Re: Lease Terms
jcs10: Those lease figures sound sort of high. That is too much to spend on an X5 (or any reasonably priced car for that matter) If this is, in fact, the best deal you can find, it may be because X5's are at a premium right now. So, you might want to consider going less on the options, and perhaps look into the multiple security deposits program from BMW. Another option ... Read More
Volvo XC90 vs MB M Class vs Acura MDX vs Lexus RX 350 vs BMW X5 vs Cadillac SRX
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X5 Follow-up to rickover & sjbette
Rick - i would also like to get any details on the $1K rebate from the BMW club. Not sure I went to the appropriate website. Any assistance would be appreciated! sjbette - here are my recent experiences on the "negotiation front". We originally pursued one of those "no-haggle" discounts from a club (AAA, Cosco, etc.). This discount is a paltry $1K for the 3.0 and an insulting $500 for the ... Read More
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