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by Luigi_S
Thu Feb 15, 2018 10:38 pm
Forum: General X5 Forum (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: Stick on flared arches
Replies: 8
Views: 1972

Re: Stick on flared arches

Anyone purchased the aftermarket stick on arch kit off of ebay?
by Luigi_S
Wed Feb 14, 2018 7:00 am
Forum: General X5 Forum (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: Interior bulb upgrades
Replies: 3
Views: 1122

Interior bulb upgrades

Hi everyone, Has anyone upgraded the interior bulbs to LED type? Looking to change the dull looking original bulbs. Is there any downfalls in using LEDs for all the interior bulbs?
by Luigi_S
Tue Feb 13, 2018 7:40 pm
Forum: General X5 Forum (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: This Weekend Work - Rear Wiper Upgrade
Replies: 18
Views: 3652

Re: This Weekend Work - Rear Wiper Upgrade

Thanks ttr. I’ve ordered the same one as you off the bay- look forward to fitting it
by Luigi_S
Tue Feb 13, 2018 12:46 pm
Forum: General X5 Forum (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: This Weekend Work - Rear Wiper Upgrade
Replies: 18
Views: 3652

Re: This Weekend Work - Rear Wiper Upgrade

Do you think a genuine arm would last and clear better? or is it because it’s not designed for our e53 model?
When ordering a genuine item do I just ask for a e70 rear wiper arm and blade- and it will be a direct bolt on?
by Luigi_S
Mon Feb 12, 2018 9:48 pm
Forum: General X5 Forum (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: This Weekend Work - Rear Wiper Upgrade
Replies: 18
Views: 3652

Re: This Weekend Work - Rear Wiper Upgrade

is this the exact copy of the genuine e70 wiper? Been looking at a genuine item but it’s £50
by Luigi_S
Fri Feb 09, 2018 11:30 pm
Forum: General X5 Forum (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: Stick on flared arches
Replies: 8
Views: 1972

Re: Stick on flared arches

So can I not just buy the arches off a 4.8is with new clips and replace my normal arches on mine?
by Luigi_S
Tue Feb 06, 2018 11:36 pm
Forum: General X5 Forum (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: Stick on flared arches
Replies: 8
Views: 1972

Re: Stick on flared arches

Has anyone got a guide to fit?
by Luigi_S
Tue Feb 06, 2018 11:35 pm
Forum: How-To
Topic: Arch Extension fitting guide
Replies: 13
Views: 18927

Re: Arch Extension fitting guide

Anyone know how to get the photos working? I’m looking for some help in fitting my arches  :(
by Luigi_S
Sat Feb 03, 2018 9:43 pm
Forum: Buy and sell
Topic: OEM Nav, Digital TV Tuner, BM54 Amp, Widescreen Monitor and CD Changer
Replies: 5
Views: 1687

Re: OEM Nav, Digital TV Tuner, BM54 Amp, Widescreen Monitor and CD Changer

Would the tuner be plug in and play on my 2002 x5? Would I need new Ariels? Did the digital tv work ok? Sorry for all the newb questions
by Luigi_S
Sat Feb 03, 2018 9:41 pm
Forum: General X5 Forum (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: Stick on flared arches
Replies: 8
Views: 1972

Stick on flared arches

Hi everyone, looking for some opinions- my X5 has 20’s fitted and I would like to add the extended arches off the 4.8is- has anyone had any experience of the stick on type sold on eBay? Or should I just wait to find a proper set at an afordable price?
by Luigi_S
Sat Feb 03, 2018 9:38 pm
Forum: Buy and sell
Topic: Wanted e53 pre face lift front towing eye covers, flared arches
Replies: 1
Views: 782

Wanted e53 pre face lift front towing eye covers, flared arches

Looking for both front towing eye covers (black) also want to fit flared arches. Thanks
by Luigi_S
Tue Jan 16, 2018 6:47 am
Forum: General X5 Forum (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: Still life in the old dog?
Replies: 4
Views: 1690

Re: Still life in the old dog?

[quote="marinaman"] ive always bought high milers and if well serviced have never had major probs. if you can do stuff yourself then i find X5 quite easy to work on so far. ours has 145k on and still drives like a smooth limo to us anyway, best car i ever bought, just renewed insurance with Tesco ...
by Luigi_S
Mon Jan 15, 2018 10:10 pm
Forum: General X5 Forum (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: Still life in the old dog?
Replies: 4
Views: 1690

Still life in the old dog?

Hi everyone, I’ve ended up with a 2002 3.0i x5 after being traded in towards my 335i tourer. It has 125,000 miles with full history (Indy) very nice spec- say nav, tv in the headrests, 20” wheels etc my question is has it still got a few years left in her? will I be able to use it as my daily driver ...
by Luigi_S
Mon Jan 15, 2018 9:07 pm
Forum: New members section
Topic: Hello
Replies: 0
Views: 780

Hello

Hi guys, I’m a big bmw fan I’ve had various models from z4 to E46 m3- but after selling my 2006 335i tourer I have had a 2001 e53 x5 3.0i been given as part of the sale. I’m deciding if it’s going to be reliable enough to use everyday ::) The reason for selling my much loved tourer is to fund my wife ...