2016 X5 35d

rbilramz · 02-21-2016, 05:35 PM

I've been following this forum and Bimmerfest for about 6 months now as I searched for a new car. Once I decided on the X5 the forums gave me tons of great info about the various options. Plus, it's fun seeing all of the great pictures.

SHOUT OUT to Bimmerfest founder Jon Shafer! I live in the Bay Area which gives me access to 5 BMW dealers within 30 miles of my house. After working with all of them on a build for a 2015 X5 I decided to give Jon (BMW of Santa Barbara) a call and see what he could do. He was able to beat my best offer on a 2015 by over $1,000 AND IT WAS ON A CUSTOM ORDERED 2016! I don't want to give the specifics of my deal, but if you have the opportunity to purchase a car in Santa Barbara, its worth it. After more than a few back-and-forth emails about options I finally settled on my build.

Model:
16XI6 X5 xDrive 35d
Color:
A52 Space Gray Metallic
Upholstry:
LCSW Black Dakota Leather
Options:
ZMM M Sport
ZDA Driver Assistance Package
ZPP Premium Package
2PW 20" 469M wheels
417 Rear manual side window shades
4NC 3rd row seat + rear axle air suspension
5DL Surround view
688 Harman Kardon surround sound system

My order was officially placed on November 9th. As most of us know, the 2016 diesels we're delayed for re-certification (thanks VW). I knew I was going to have to wait a while for delivery, but I was willing to wait. When the certification finally came, Jon emailed me with a production number and estimated build date (3rd week of January). Throughout the entire process Jon was great keeping me in the loop as my car progressed along the various build stages. Production began January 21st and the car was delivered at BMW of Santa Barbara on February 9th.
Now this is where things got a little tricky. I wanted to have a few modifications done to my car, prior to picking it up. There were a few things that I new I wanted to do to the car, so I really wanted to pick the car up in that condition. For obvious reasons, BMW of Santa Barbara was hesitant to send the car off for modifications before it was purchased. We were able to pull off some paperwork magic (thanks again Jon!) and found a way to get it done. Long story short, the following modifications were made to my car prior to picking it up.

Replace the stock front kidney grills with the black ///M ones
Replace the stock front reflectors with painted ones
Replace the chrome X5 emblem on the rear with a black X5 emblem
Replace the chrome front & rear roundels with black ones
Add the euro ///M badges on the front fenders
Remove the xDrive35d badging from the two front doors
Replace the stock shifter cover with the ///M cover
Paint the exhaust tips gloss black
Do not install the front license plate holder
Replace the OWM Pirelli P Zero's with Conti DWS06 tires

The only thing I have left to do s tint the front windows and have Opti-Coat Pro coating installed.

So yesterday (February 20th) I flew in to Santa Barbara and met Jon in person to pick up my car. Man, it looks GOOD.

[IMG]http://i68.tinypic.com/sfjsba.jpg
The paperwork had already been done, so the pick-up process was a breeze. Jon walked me through the car and introduced me to a BMW [/IMG]
genius. Since I've been obsessed with the car for several months I thought I knew how everything worked. The genius did prove to be helpful in a few areas.

One of the best parts of buying the car n Santa Barbara was enjoying a sunny, Saturday afternoon drive back home.

On to the pictures!

Neuera09 · 02-21-2016, 05:49 PM

Nice. Congrats! Time to get a tint and paint protection film installed!

rbilramz · 02-21-2016, 06:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Neuera09

Nice. Congrats! Time to get a tint and paint protection film installed!

I can't decide if I want the film or not. I'm planning on Opti-Coat Pro, but haven't decided on the Xpel. Talk me in to it...

Neuera09 · 02-21-2016, 09:28 PM

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Originally Posted by rbilramz

I can't decide if I want the film or not. I'm planning on Opti-Coat Pro, but haven't decided on the Xpel. Talk me in to it...

Tell me more about your car. Is it a daily commute car? Or a weekend kinda of a thing. Is it parked outside or inside a garage? How about cost, do you a specific budget?

Joshualmarley · 02-21-2016, 10:14 PM

I'll post some pictures of our new one shortly but this is my 3rd car with Xpel. It is well worth it. Just did the front bumper, partial hood fenders and mirrors and rocker panels for 1100 bucks. You will appreciate it in a few months when it still looks new. Congrats on the beautiful ride!

rbilramz · 02-21-2016, 11:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Neuera09

Quote:

Originally Posted by rbilramz

I can't decide if I want the film or not. I'm planning on Opti-Coat Pro, but haven't decided on the Xpel. Talk me in to it...

Tell me more about your car. Is it a daily commute car? Or a weekend kinda of a thing. Is it parked outside or inside a garage? How about cost, do you a specific budget?

Daily driver. Garage parked.

Neuera09 · 02-22-2016, 12:27 AM

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Originally Posted by rbilramz

Daily driver. Garage parked.

I suggest opti coat and then film the front (full hood and bumper) side fenders and side mirrors. Shop around for the best deal.

MattBianco · 02-22-2016, 10:57 PM

I hope you had time to take the coastal route ..... Cambria to Carmel Highlands is gorgeous. As is G16.....and 154....Congratulations.

usual_suspect · 02-23-2016, 06:00 AM

Love it! Congratz!

I will get my new with almost the same spec later this spring! Can't wait!

bmwx3805 · 02-23-2016, 05:01 PM

how did you have the rear emblem painted ? was it removed or done on the car.

greentrbo95gst · 02-23-2016, 05:11 PM

Jon is awesome to work with via email as well. I have never met him, but attended multiple Bimmerfests and referred a coworker to him, who bought a 340i and F15 X5. Very happy. I will be buying my next one from him.

rbilramz · 02-23-2016, 11:46 PM

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Originally Posted by bmwx3805

how did you have the rear emblem painted ? was it removed or done on the car.

The rear badge, front & rear roundels, side euro ///m badges were all painted by IND. They do a GREAT job. Everything was then swapped after the car was at the dealer. The only thing painted on the car were the exhaust tips and they look AMAZING. Honestly, this is a must with the black M Sport trim

rbilramz · 02-23-2016, 11:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by greentrbo95gst

Jon is awesome to work with via email as well. I have never met him, but attended multiple Bimmerfests and referred a coworker to him, who bought a 340i and F15 X5. Very happy. I will be buying my next one from him.

Agreed. When my wife's lease is up next year I plan on buying from him again. His passion for BMW is contagious.

kanvas · 02-23-2016, 11:53 PM

Looking great my friend. I wish I lived in Norcal. I feel there are more scenic routes up there than down here in Socal.

Flying Ace · 02-24-2016, 01:36 AM

Pretty!

igom3 · 02-25-2016, 01:13 PM

Hey, you stole mine order minus 3rd row seat

Congratulations car look awesome! Can't wait for mine

rbilramz · 02-27-2016, 11:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by igom3

Hey, you stole mine order minus 3rd row seat

Congratulations car look awesome! Can't wait for mine

Nice! You'll love it. Getting the front windows tinted and Opti-Coat Pro on Tuesday

igom3 · 02-29-2016, 03:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rbilramz

Nice! You'll love it. Getting the front windows tinted and Opti-Coat Pro on Tuesday

Cool! Did you lease or purchase?

02-21-2016, 05:35 PM	#1
rbilramz Private 40 Rep 73 Posts Drives: 2016 X5 x35d Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Nor Cal iTrader: (0)	2016 X5 35d - finally took delivery! I've been following this forum and Bimmerfest for about 6 months now as I searched for a new car. Once I decided on the X5 the forums gave me tons of great info about the various options. Plus, it's fun seeing all of the great pictures. SHOUT OUT to Bimmerfest founder Jon Shafer! I live in the Bay Area which gives me access to 5 BMW dealers within 30 miles of my house. After working with all of them on a build for a 2015 X5 I decided to give Jon (BMW of Santa Barbara) a call and see what he could do. He was able to beat my best offer on a 2015 by over $1,000 AND IT WAS ON A CUSTOM ORDERED 2016! I don't want to give the specifics of my deal, but if you have the opportunity to purchase a car in Santa Barbara, its worth it. After more than a few back-and-forth emails about options I finally settled on my build. Model: 16XI6 X5 xDrive 35d Color: A52 Space Gray Metallic Upholstry: LCSW Black Dakota Leather Options: ZMM M Sport ZDA Driver Assistance Package ZPP Premium Package 2PW 20" 469M wheels 417 Rear manual side window shades 4NC 3rd row seat + rear axle air suspension 5DL Surround view 688 Harman Kardon surround sound system My order was officially placed on November 9th. As most of us know, the 2016 diesels we're delayed for re-certification (thanks VW). I knew I was going to have to wait a while for delivery, but I was willing to wait. When the certification finally came, Jon emailed me with a production number and estimated build date (3rd week of January). Throughout the entire process Jon was great keeping me in the loop as my car progressed along the various build stages. Production began January 21st and the car was delivered at BMW of Santa Barbara on February 9th. Now this is where things got a little tricky. I wanted to have a few modifications done to my car, prior to picking it up. There were a few things that I new I wanted to do to the car, so I really wanted to pick the car up in that condition. For obvious reasons, BMW of Santa Barbara was hesitant to send the car off for modifications before it was purchased. We were able to pull off some paperwork magic (thanks again Jon!) and found a way to get it done. Long story short, the following modifications were made to my car prior to picking it up. Replace the stock front kidney grills with the black ///M ones Replace the stock front reflectors with painted ones Replace the chrome X5 emblem on the rear with a black X5 emblem Replace the chrome front & rear roundels with black ones Add the euro ///M badges on the front fenders Remove the xDrive35d badging from the two front doors Replace the stock shifter cover with the ///M cover Paint the exhaust tips gloss black Do not install the front license plate holder Replace the OWM Pirelli P Zero's with Conti DWS06 tires The only thing I have left to do s tint the front windows and have Opti-Coat Pro coating installed. So yesterday (February 20th) I flew in to Santa Barbara and met Jon in person to pick up my car. Man, it looks GOOD. [IMG]http://i68.tinypic.com/sfjsba.jpg The paperwork had already been done, so the pick-up process was a breeze. Jon walked me through the car and introduced me to a BMW [/IMG] genius. Since I've been obsessed with the car for several months I thought I knew how everything worked. The genius did prove to be helpful in a few areas. One of the best parts of buying the car n Santa Barbara was enjoying a sunny, Saturday afternoon drive back home. On to the pictures!
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Joshualmarley Enlisted Member 6 Rep 35 Posts Drives: 2015 X5 35D M-Sport Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Houston,TX iTrader: (0)	I'll post some pictures of our new one shortly but this is my 3rd car with Xpel. It is well worth it. Just did the front bumper, partial hood fenders and mirrors and rocker panels for 1100 bucks. You will appreciate it in a few months when it still looks new. Congrats on the beautiful ride!
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