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[Bigb348]

Some nice rides Alan. Great pics

[atomic80]

Man..I'm noticing a recurring theme...you and your wheel fetish.

[Alan l.]

Originally Posted by atomic80

Man..I'm noticing a recurring theme...you and your wheel fetish.

I would say that my X5 is the first time I got wheels and extremely happy with them right off the bat. Unless they get wrecked I don't plan on changing those BBS SV's out.

Your list of previous/current rides is MUCH more interesting compared to mine

[atomic80]

Originally Posted by Alan l.

I would say that my X5 is the first time I got wheels and extremely happy with them right off the bat. Unless they get wrecked I don't plan on changing those BBS SV's out.

Your list of previous/current rides is MUCH more interesting compared to mine

You made a good choice...even I have to admit I found myself looking at getting those wheels. Wisdom prevailed in the end..I'm sticking with the set of wheels I have. The OEM 469's for winter tires and 599's for summer. No more "mods" for the X5 for a while..the next big one I want to get is the Dinan ECU since I want the extended warranty. The M rotors were the last thing to get for now with the new baby on the way!

And thanks! I have obviously always loved cars...I had a Lemans blue on Lemans blue E39 M5. I finally got BBS CH wheels towards the end before selling her because I loved the OEM wheels.

[Kzang]

I really like your E46.. you made that car look really unique.. I also like your space grey

[dubsesd]

killer rides Alan. great taste runs throughout the entire range

[Alan l.]

Thanks guys.

My E46 was my "show car". I use to travel to HIN shows all over the east coast with a BMW crew. Won a few awards but most importantly I met a lot of my current friends from experiences with that car. That front lip from ACS was like 3K and those little struts were like $500 a freaking pair! Had to go authentic then since reps weren't up to par yet back then and its frown upon at shows. I was crazier then lol. HRE's, BBKs all around, ASA supercharger kit, Schrick cams, Carbon hood, ACS everything. It was even featured on Performance BMW Magazine before. I have to see if I still have pics of that.

Alan

[Staszek]

Originally Posted by Alan l.

Thanks guys.

My E46 was my "show car". I use to travel to HIN shows all over the east coast with a BMW crew. Won a few awards but most importantly I met a lot of my current friends from experiences with that car. That front lip from ACS was like 3K and those little struts were like $500 a freaking pair! Had to go authentic then since reps weren't up to par yet back then and its frown upon at shows. I was crazier then lol. HRE's, BBKs all around, ASA supercharger kit, Schrick cams, Carbon hood, ACS everything. It was even featured on Performance BMW Magazine before. I have to see if I still have pics of that.

Alan

I remember it all, you were an inspiration for my 323i, except I didnt have the money to ball like you did

I still miss my 323i actually, Orient Blue is still one of my favorite colors and I wish they had it again on more models.

[DangerousTacos]

This is one sick X5! Very tastefully modded.

[Cattivo]

Originally Posted by Alan l.

I would say that my X5 is the first time I got wheels and extremely happy with them right off the bat. Unless they get wrecked I don't plan on changing those BBS SV's out.

Your list of previous/current rides is MUCH more interesting compared to mine

Great looking truck bro, after seeing those BBS SV's with the red/gold center caps on your truck...you left me no choice but to get myself a set

[M5Beast_NYC]

Great looking X5!! We just picked up our Mineral white X5 yesterday and loving it!

[Alan l.]

Looking good! I can't wait to take off my winters and slap my BBS SV's back on.

Alan

[NelsonLee]

[stewy604]

Originally Posted by Alan l.

Looking good! I can't wait to take off my winters and slap my BBS SV's back on.

Alan

I know the feeling...itching to get the steelies off my E82.

[aw305]

You think it is safe to put it back on by mid March? Or do you think the pot holes need to be repaired first?

[Stinkyxy]

Salt and sand is still around on the roads in March. We need some good rainfall to wash it all away.

I generally go with April.

It would be good to hear if other have done earlier without any issues.

[Alan l.]

The roads aren't too bad this year so if we don't get anymore snow i think mid march might be ok.

[Detailers Domain]

wow what a thread!

[EIGHTLUG]

A thread like this makes me want to purchase a set of aftermarket wheels. Perfectly executed modification, all around, Alan. Nice work.

[eddie269]

Hi Alan,

Great thread and I wanted to get your latest update on the reliability of the car. I haven't had a chance to go through every page here (yet). I found your original thread asking about X5 reliability rating.

So far, what I got is your went with the 6cyl over the 8cyl for that longevity reason.

I am in the market for a family SUV and I really want to stick with BMW. However, my last car (2011 335i couple) was ALWAYS in the shop. Out of warranty, it was a nightmare and I ended up trading it in for a Lexus.

Now I am in the market for a SUV, I really want to convince myself to go BMW again. But after the 335i and the poor ratings on JD Powers, I am hesitant.

[Stinkyxy]

Originally Posted by Alan l.

The roads aren't too bad this year so if we don't get anymore snow i think mid march might be ok.

Guess Mother Nature called you out on Sunday.

[Alan l.]

She did but lucky she went easy on us. Had maybe an inch of snow on the car but nothing accumulated on the ground