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      12-02-2014, 06:12 AM   #23
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Thanks for all the information

Although I have not managed to test this for myself, I think all your comments have persuaded me to add this to my spec although the cost is starting to get quite high now
You'll love it .
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      12-02-2014, 06:22 AM   #24
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I hope so.

That addition has just pushed the car £75k +

Just looking through all the other options now
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Thanks for all the information

Although I have not managed to test this for myself, I think all your comments have persuaded me to add this to my spec although the cost is starting to get quite high now
You will love it! I just drove a loaner without it and the difference is substantial (not that the X5 isn't fun without it!)
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You will love it! I just drove a loaner without it and the difference is substantial (not that the X5 isn't fun without it!)
Well....next mod is definitely going to be my upgraded suspension especially after I read more comments on how different the DHP really is, lol.
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Well....next mod is definitely going to be my upgraded suspension especially after I read more comments on how different the DHP really is, lol.
Lets get your wrap done first and then you can come drive mine and see if it is worth it to you!
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Lets get your wrap done first and then you can come drive mine and see if it is worth it to you!
Haha, it's almost done. He got the carbon fiber yesterday evening and wrapped a lot of stuff today. He will finish the rest of it tonight and wait for it to dry. By Wednesday evening HOPEFULLY I will have the car back. HQ pictures might be on Thursday.

Thanks for the offer, lol! Unfortunately, I can't retrofit the DHP (way too expensive if I tried), so I'm getting a custom Accuair Air Suspension:



It will tighten up my suspension considerably with giving me ride height options much like BMW and Mercedes high-end upgraded suspensions provide. So it will be perfect for cornering, regular driving, and offroading.
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Haha, it's almost done. He got the carbon fiber yesterday evening and wrapped a lot of stuff today. He will finish the rest of it tonight and wait for it to dry. By Wednesday evening HOPEFULLY I will have the car back. HQ pictures might be on Thursday.

Thanks for the offer, lol! Unfortunately, I can't retrofit the DHP (way too expensive if I tried), so I'm getting a custom Accuair Air Suspension:



It will tighten up my suspension considerably with giving me ride height options much like BMW and Mercedes high-end upgraded suspensions provide. So it will be perfect for cornering, regular driving, and offroading.
What does this little system run? Looks awesome.
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What does this little system run? Looks awesome.
I think around $5-6k for the whole kit/air management system, but my friend has a hookup and can get it a little under $4k. It's pricey, but so was DHP. Suspension upgrades are def worth it. If I could go back and build mine, I would have and added DHP . I'm going this route because it's the only/best alternative, and my friend is licensed to install them.
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I think around $5-6k for the whole kit/air management system, but my friend has a hookup and can get it a little under $4k. It's pricey, but so was DHP. Suspension upgrades are def worth it. If I could go back and build mine, I would have and added DHP . I'm going this route because it's the only/best alternative, and my friend is licensed to install them.
Does this affect warranty?
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Does this affect warranty?
Not that I know of. Suspension mods are generally low risk from all the threads I have come across, but also, my friend said he isn't removing factory parts that would cause suspension to be void (I wasn't paying enough attention to remember what they parts were). I'll update on that when I find out more information.
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Have been now driving in winter and the car is very stable inexiting corners and handling in the corners. I would say the main issue is that it is so heavy that at high speeds and slippery roads it is sometimes a handful when going down slopes etc. I dont think the dhp would help that, as understeer due to weight is the issue and the weight is also an issue when braking on slippery surfaces. I think the only real advantage it might have is as it is high, the anti roll system might be helpful in some situations, but not sure it is worth the money atleast the speeds I drive a SUV. I wanted it, but due to 7 seats couldnt have it.
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This thread has good info about all of them: http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sho...=804054&page=2

I love how all other Marques are less comfortable even with Full air suspension... Looking at it with Bmw glasses perhaps...
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I think around $5-6k for the whole kit/air management system, but my friend has a hookup and can get it a little under $4k. It's pricey, but so was DHP. Suspension upgrades are def worth it. If I could go back and build mine, I would have and added DHP . I'm going this route because it's the only/best alternative, and my friend is licensed to install them.
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I hope so.

That addition has just pushed the car £75k +

Just looking through all the other options now
idgam What spec did you go for with your £75k budget - can't wait to find out
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Once the install is complete, I'll email you the full information. Accuair is custom building it for my F15, so they currently have my strut in their possession to get exact measurements. I'll do a full review on it as well.
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      01-12-2015, 09:14 AM   #38
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idgam What spec did you go for with your £75k budget - can't wait to find out
Here you go

X5 40D M Sport
Alpine White
469M Wheels
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Fineline Trim
Comfort Seats
Active Security Package
Driving Assistant Plus
Cold Weather Package
Connected Drive Package
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No Model Designation
Panoramic Roof
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4 Zone AC
Ceramic Controls
Comfort Seats Rear
Extended Storage
LED Lights (not too sure about this)
Adaptive Dynamic Suspension
Comfort Access
Multi Functional Display (Again might remove this)
Speed Limit Display
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Cant wait now. Delivery end of April

I have just been informed that it may not come till the end of May now. Why does it take them so long to deliver these X cars?
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Here you go

X5 40D M Sport
Alpine White
469M Wheels
Mocha Exclusive Nappa
Fineline Trim
Comfort Seats
Active Security Package
Driving Assistant Plus
Cold Weather Package
Connected Drive Package
Enhanced Bluetooth
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No Model Designation
Panoramic Roof
Sun Protect Glass
Towbar
4 Zone AC
Ceramic Controls
Comfort Seats Rear
Extended Storage
LED Lights (not too sure about this)
Adaptive Dynamic Suspension
Comfort Access
Multi Functional Display (Again might remove this)
Speed Limit Display
Surround Cameras

Cant wait now. Delivery end of April

I have just been informed that it may not come till the end of May now. Why does it take them so long to deliver these X cars?
You missed The Kitchen Sink

Nice spec!

No Auxiliary Heating? I would NOT be without it...even though we live in the South West..its a MUST HAVE IMO.

At least with the delay you won't have to worry about swapping out the Performance for Winter Tyres..had mine delivered in mid May from an order placed in February 2014; seems like our North American cousins get to benefit from 'buy now deliver a week Wednesday' from BMW NA; maybe its a like a Fast Food thing but for BMWs

You'll enjoy it when you get it guaranteed!
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Once the install is complete, I'll email you the full information. Accuair is custom building it for my F15, so they currently have my strut in their possession to get exact measurements. I'll do a full review on it as well.
Nice now they will have the ability to do future F15s!!
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Nice now they will have the ability to do future F15s!!
Lol, yeah .
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opasha looking at the chart, which would I have with 50i M-Sport + 3rd row seat w/ rear air suspension?
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opasha looking at the chart, which would I have with 50i M-Sport + 3rd row seat w/ rear air suspension?
You can get either just Dynamic Damper Control or M Suspension with Dynamic Damper (I beleive it gets included automatically). You cannot get DHP with third row seat.
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You missed The Kitchen Sink

Nice spec!

No Auxiliary Heating? I would NOT be without it...even though we live in the South West..its a MUST HAVE IMO.

At least with the delay you won't have to worry about swapping out the Performance for Winter Tyres..had mine delivered in mid May from an order placed in February 2014; seems like our North American cousins get to benefit from 'buy now deliver a week Wednesday' from BMW NA; maybe its a like a Fast Food thing but for BMWs

You'll enjoy it when you get it guaranteed!
I was actually going to retrofit the Kitchen Sink as my first mod, just not sure how to code the hot water, maybe Opasha has the answer

I did think about the Auxiliary Heating but did not think I would really need it. I have not had it on any other car but know you have me thinking. It would be nice to get into a warm car on a cold day. It would also be nice not to have to scrape the ice from the windscreen as the wife's Ford Fiesta has that function.

I still cant believe it takes 5 - 6 months for this car to be built and delivered
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