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The backup camera was optional until Model Year 2018 when the U.S. DOT mandated that it must be factory installed on all new vehicles (2018-on). Last edited by SCA; 08-19-2017 at 11:35 AM.. |
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This is my third BMW and my second 50i. When maintenance was "free" you kind of looked the other way when you took it in for maintenance. Now that you pay for it, and the depreciation is horrible on these vehicles, I'll probably go with something else. Don't know what yet though.
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I think so too, but hopefully it would be out sometime in 2018. This is one area where BMW needs to catchup.
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I'm on my second F15 35d - so yes, I'd buy another. Perfect for my needs and one of the most satisfying vehicles I've ever owned. Power, efficiency, comfort. The only downside is I need another vehicle for the race track.
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Buying my leased 35d now. Adding Racechip, new Bavaudio, maybe new springs and trying to get the seat cover off so I can add some cushioning/padding in the rump. Otherwise I think yes once I see the new model. Still mad that the options list bumps you into items you don't need/want etc... I guess we will find out in 2018 for me :-)
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I'm really mixed on this because I only have 39,000 miles on it and the warranty expires April 2018. |
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If you mean, "would you lease again" then my answer is yes. I just ordered a 2017 X5 xDrive35i that is virtually identical in specification to my 2015 xDrive35i. My 2015 X5 was perfect in terms of reliability, but it will be returned to the dealership at lease end soon. The 2017 X5 on order will be my 9th BMW. I am used to BMW's driver interface, so it makes sense to stay with BMW. Plus the staff in my local BMW service department are friends.
The X5 has the right ratio of sport and luxury when equipped with the dynamic handling package and multi-contour seats. I know the next X5 will be even better than the F15. Having said all this, I don't know if I would technically "own" any new BMW or for that matter Mercedes or Audi. There is so much technology packed into these automobiles that the risk of owning them out of warranty period seems too great. If I was buying a vehicle with the intent of keeping it for a while, I would look seriously at offerings from Toyota and Honda. Because I am leasing and getting a new vehicle every few years, this is not a concern. Last edited by CORTDD; 08-20-2017 at 09:18 PM.. |
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I looked into upgrading them myself for her. It very expensive because I would also have to wire in and add a transformer to each side . . . I've also read the after market LED's take a toll on your battery. ** Anyone know of a decent aftermarket LED install or Xenon kit for a 2012 toyota Highlander? ** And its the limited edition with not even Xenon . . . go figure. **Are the LED's for the HL foglights you installed just swapping out and popping in the new LED bulb.? ** On the back up camera . . . I couldn't believe the 2016 X5 did not come with a back up camera as standard equipment or you had to pay like $1500 or 2000 for the next package up that year to get a camera for a $60,000 MSRP vehicle. Luckily, since i bought mine used in feb/17 it had a camera and whatever that package upgrade was.. Otherwise, I would have passed since I trailer my boat. I figured it would be mandated at some point as standard equipment. The best part of a backup camera is it allows the assholes that use your bumper as a stop when parking to now see how close they are to your car instead of bouncing off your bumper. Just shows you how dump the government is not to require backup camera on "all" cars. When I back out of my driveway I can clearly see something someone walking a dog or pushing a baby carriage across my driveway while talking on their phone, of course. Last edited by expidia; 08-22-2017 at 07:06 AM.. |
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Thanks for all of your replies. The dealer has only moved about $500 off asking price so I respectfully thanked them for their time and moved on. It seems like a solid price but I have this complex when I buy a car where I want to feel like I'm "winning"
I wouldn't doubt if they contacted me this week and said we will meet your price. If I were a dealer, I would wait it out over the weekend to see if anyone buys and I'm only asking $1,500 under asking price. Not trying to seriously low ball or anything. With that said, I'm not in a hurry and our second daughter isn't expected until December so I have a few months. I will keep looking until the right deal comes along and will definitely check back in when I decide to buy. |
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Morimoto makes a solid set of HIDs for a real good price. Ran their bulbs in my AMG for years and their full hid ballast/bulb set in my projector fogs.
5000k will give you perfect color/output ratio. Highlander has never come with HIDs so don't feel bad. Even the brand new one is still halogen which is why we ultimately passed. Merely Principle for me that in 2017 you still are using Halogen you don't deserve my business.
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Google came up with tint world which is a franchise. Just happens to be the same shop I had both our cars done with a clear bra and they used the same material for the door edge guards. I'm having them install LED low beam kits in my Daughters two cars. Around $300 to 325 depending on the bulbs. I think the Highlander has projectors. 1 year warranty and I think the bulbs are either 30 or 50,000 bulb life hours. Damn, now that I think of it I hope he was not quoting me $325 per side! Update: checked back with them today. Quote was for both sides. Last edited by expidia; 08-22-2017 at 10:12 PM.. |
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I'm seriously considering going with another Audi next time around, instead of dealing with the BMW upcharge package BS. Last edited by expidia; 08-22-2017 at 06:46 AM.. |
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I probably wouldn't. Given that I have an SUV in order to make lugging things/people around easier, the X5 has a couple of ergonomic shortcomings that get in the way of this goal.
1.) Tailgate setup is unnecessary and when combined with a high lift over height of the rear hatch in general, makes loading/unloading things into the back a pain in the butt. 2.) Entry/exit is quite awkward (especially with the running boards). I have yet to find a graceful way to enter/exit the car at 6'2" and my SO truly hates it at 5'4". 3.) Lack of charging outlets for rear seat passengers. 4.) AC is subpar - why have an auto AC unit that requires manual intervention in order to adequately cool things down? 5.) V8 reliability...I know it's been much improved and I haven't yet had any significant issues but I definitely don't think I'll be owning this car outside of warranty. 6.) Rear seat space is surprisingly tight. Granted that other cars with more space in the back tend to be longer than the X5, but length isn't a big deal to me...I'd rather have backseats that can seat 3 teenagers comfortably. I'm not sure what I'd get but likely not the BMW. Probably something Japanese for the people hauler (they may be boring but they know ergonomics) and a fun german car on the side. |
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