The X5M, by IND.

[IND-Distribution]

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BMW is widely recognized as the company that transformed the concept of the four door car. The menacing acceleration of the first M5 super sedan, the shockingly sporting character of the standard 3 series, and of course the incredible capability of the M3 have made BMW a company that has redefined automobiles for a generation.

In this same way, in 1999 BMW redefined the 4x4 truck segment with the launch of their brand new X5. BMW’s unique approach shattered contemporary ideas of what a truck should be, giving BMW fans something that was luxurious in its interior appointments, comfortable when used as a daily driver, and an absolute adventure to drive when compared to offerings from Rover, Jeep, and Mercedes. Nothing was similar, and yet suddenly, the rest of the car building world was forced to take note and catch up.

A decade after the release of the X5, BMW created their incredible X5M. This amazing machine has the absolute utility and comfort of an X5, with the otherworldly performance typically left to BMW’s sports sedans. Once again, BMW had changed everything.

With the release of the F85 X5M and the F86 X6M, BMW will once again work miracles to push the X5 further into uncharted territory. With even more power on tap, a beautiful interior, more dynamic suspension, and rumors of Nurburgring lap times that rival the E92 M3, the new X5M cars make this a great time to be an X5 fan.

IND's interpretation of the X5M strives to maintain the car's sense of luxury and composure, while adding M car touches that bring it's Motorsport derived character to the forefront. IND's X5M was enhanced with the following components:

ACS Lowering Kit

IND custom painted front grilles

IND custom painted side grilles

IND "black chrome" trunk badge

Eisenmann Race exhaust system

RKP rear diffuser

Motorsport Hardware Stud Conversion

Velos Solo V Forged Wheels
22x10.5 front / 22x12 rear
Brushed with double dark clear finish

Pirelli Scorpion tires
295/30/22 front
335/25/22 rear

[AwesomeM3]

Amazing photos! Looks awesome!!!

[luigimaster24]

Speechless!!

The thoughtful mods flow with the car soooo smoothly!!

[Defib]

Amazing!

[MSportDC]

Very nice guys. Beautiful.

[UrbanExtant]

Looks awesome, guys! You did a stellar job on this one.

[Alberta]

Beautiful !!

[C'sM3]

I had already decide on Long Beach Blue but this helps confirm that I made the right decision! I just got my Production number yesterday and IND's cosmetic package will be my first mod for sure.

[m5 guy]

These F85's are really starting to grow on me. Can't wait to see what's next!

[flexluis]

good job as always! would like to know why you went with 22" instead of 23,24" ? also why valos ? not HRE/BBS or any other top wheel company. what kinda of ECU upgrade will you be running with catless DP ? valos ?

[r33_RGSport]

@Ilia@IND , looks good.

[carlos@velosdesignwerks]

Truly admired I can only imagine in person!

[Auto]

Higher res 1080p?

[Yeineken]

Looks fantastic. But why are those tacky grills still a trend?

[eau_rouge]

Originally Posted by Yeineken

Looks fantastic. But why are those tacky grills still a trend?

Can't understand that trend either...I think the car looks perfect with the black kidneys without the M color stripes.

I seriously can't wait for the M2 in LBB.

[NickRac]

Can we get a video of the exhaust cold start + revs?

[mntbiker]

Just gorgeous! Amazing work.

[Omar@VelosDesignwerks]

Originally Posted by flexluis

good job as always! would like to know why you went with 22" instead of 23,24" ? also why valos ? not HRE/BBS or any other top wheel company. what kinda of ECU upgrade will you be running with catless DP ? valos ?

Hey Luis,

23" and 24" are indeed available in our 1pc Monoblock options. On the E70 and current X5/X6 platform we typically recommend to run a 22" setup because you are able to run a staggered tire size. Unfortunately top tire brands, i.e. Pirelli do not have 23" and 24" tires available in staggered sizes (due to the fact that 23" and 24" forgings / wheels are typically square.. 23x10(.5) / 24x10). We run 22",23" and 24" on many of our clients Range Rover platforms and even those larger sizes get mixed reviews from the Range Rover enthusiasts.

Personally I typically recommend 23/24" on Range Rovers and push the 21" or 22" setup for the X5/6M's. Something about that 12" rear wheel on the 335 tire flows well with the aggressive design of these SAV's. You also get a Forged wheel lighter than the factory option as well as a more aggressive yet classy look. As of Sept 2014 the other companies (who happen to be the companies who continue to set the standard) mentioned above do not offer solutions in the 23"/24" range with the exception of one design due to the simple fact that they do not consider it a "Performance Oriented" Solution.

I do agree with you though the possibility of a 23" setup is interesting and I am confident it would look really good for the enthusiasts looking to go that route.

Kudos to IND on another tasteful build and thank you for choosing to work with our team.



Best Regards,

[psuibmw]

[aveillez]

Great quality pictures. Great job. X5M looks great!

[F80NJM3]

That wheel gap tho Amazing pictures and awesome job on the car.

[EzequielR]