Hello again all,

Well after looking at getting the wife an x5 we`ve, as per normal, done a complete about turn as they just weren`t as good as I thought they were going to be. I think I had unreasonable expectations really.

We`ve bought 2 cars instead, a Mercedes A200 cdi for the wife and a ...

Hello Condor,

Thanks for taking an interest. The seats were indeed very comfortable.

I think what were suffering from a little bit is going backwards in BMW cabin and dash technology and architecture. We had a lovely M6 convertible and there`s no doubt the E53 is from a previous generation.

I`m ...

Going to have a look at this one next week. Seems very strong money though, can someone give me an idea as to where I should pitch?

http://www.ready2retail.co.uk/bmw-x5-x5 ... le-2003923

edited for better link

Hello All,

An update after I went to see the X5 4.8is I linked to.

Suffice to say I wont be going any further with the purchase. Just not the right one for me. If anyone wants any further information then please PM me, although I`m not sure I can do that yet as i`m such a new member?

My wife ...

Thanks Raj, I may be seeking your advice in the near future ref upgrades. I see you have yours chipped?

Hopefully going to look at car tomorrow, fingers crossed Mrs is up to it.

Very much looking forward to it. Just a quick question, how quickly do the side bolsters wear? Look pretty bad on the ...

Hello Don,

Thanks for the welcome! It does look lovely (the x5) doesn`t it. Really want to go and have a look with my wife but she`s been pretty much in bed for the last week with a major resurgence of ME. Not a great Christmas!

I think I might just have to go ahead and hope she likes it.

It will ...

The RR is a nice specimen isn`t it. Not a fan of 996 911s, a face only a mother could love.
Also not a fan of black leather and it`s strong money for a 2002!

Hello All!

I`ve read the buyers guide, thanks for the insightful information. I am looking at buying a 2004 X5 4.8is Le Mans edition:
http://www.jamespaul.co.uk/bmw-x5-4.8is-le-mans-exclusive-edition-2460225

I`ve emailed the dealer for more info but obviously have all the xmas shenennigans with ...