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Originally Posted by X5M50D
Great spec Simon 
I was so tempted to go space grey as well however my current Jag is dark grey/black so wanted a change. Seen the Carbon black on an X3 and really like the colour.
I'm really pushing the dealership to get my order pre 1st April as the VED car tax changes for all new cars and the hike in price is big  Anything registered pre 1st April cars retains the current tax rate.
Depending on cost I would be up for a specialist detailer prepare the car rather than BMW otherwise need to know good products that I could use myself.
Did you get a good deal on the new car?
Really can't wait for the new arrival - surprisingly haven't even test driven the M50 as there weren't any vehicles at the time but I have heard some really great reports on performance and driving ability.
I suspect both our cars will be on the same boat from USA if yours is due mid March.
Should meet up one day or even arrange a X5 forum meet if there are any other UK members here.
Cheers Greg |
Thanks Greg - very kind. I think we should arrange an little M50d Rally! Great idea.
Are you going for the full M performance body kit, stripes, grill etc??
I too wanted a delivery date pre April 1st. My build date is mid February. Shockingly unfair change of road fund licence rules from 1st April 2017 without much publicity... funny that! Seems purely about taxing people who are believed to be able to afford it, rather than dealing with the root cause.
I understand from my dealer that the key is for the car to be in the UK (Doncaster distribution) in order for the dealer to be able to register it, and not at your dealership. I'd still prefer to have the comfort of it being "physical" at the dealer to be sure, but a backup position perhaps? I'd be interested if your dealer takes this view too. Hope that helps.