BMW F15 X5 M Performance Parts Now Available For U.S.

wdimagineer · 03-06-2014, 09:40 AM

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Originally Posted by atomic80

Thanks for the clarification. I'm hoping that these brake systems are at least that much better than the stock non-M setup that's already on the 50i to make it worth upgrading to.

Better, yes. How much remains to be seen. I had higher expectations.

They also need to be coded and can only be installed at a BMW center for warranty purposes.

Bibendum · 03-06-2014, 02:19 PM

How hard to replace the grill? Think a do-it-yourself job?

wdimagineer · 03-06-2014, 03:18 PM

Super easy. Each kidney grille is 2 pieces. You first need to remove the outer ring (pops off) followed by the inside slats (also pops off). Use a trim removal tool or other nylon/black stick to remove so it doesn't mar/scratch the finish.

atomic80 · 03-07-2014, 07:07 AM

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Originally Posted by wdimagineer

Better, yes. How much remains to be seen. I had higher expectations.

They also need to be coded and can only be installed at a BMW center for warranty purposes.

Awesome...can you also post a picture of the rear calipers too? I'm wondering if they're also blue as well?

wdimagineer · 03-07-2014, 09:57 AM

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Originally Posted by atomic80

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Originally Posted by wdimagineer

Better, yes. How much remains to be seen. I had higher expectations.

They also need to be coded and can only be installed at a BMW center for warranty purposes.

Awesome...can you also post a picture of the rear calipers too? I'm wondering if they're also blue as well?

They're wrapped up awaiting my delivery. But yes, they are blue.

atomic80 · 03-07-2014, 01:25 PM

Thanks for pointing it out! Hope you get yours soon! I'm waiting for the brakes and will get them installed ASAP!

wdimagineer · 03-07-2014, 01:56 PM

Thanks. I'm starting to think BMW is shipping the car to me in pieces with all I have waiting for it. What are you driving?

atomic80 · 03-07-2014, 02:22 PM

I resisted ordering parts beforehand for that exact reason. I've ordered a bunch of parts before getting a car before and think it's better to see the car in person before deciding what to get. I only got rubber mats and a sunshade beforehand this time.

So far I've installed blacked out grille pieces, painted front and rear reflectors from iND. Will install the m brakes and pedal set. I think that's it for now. No plans to get the cf trim pieces, steering wheel, etc nor the 21" wheels.

I have a xDrive50i M Sport. Arrived last week. What are you getting and what parts have you gotten for yours?

wdimagineer · 03-07-2014, 02:45 PM

I'm waiting on a xDrive50i M Sport as well. Got grilles and reflectors from iND. Brakes. Lots of other tricks up my sleeve once it comes in.

Bibendum · 03-07-2014, 07:02 PM

Can't wait to see what you do with it. Did you keep the M5 or is it a replace with the X5?

wdimagineer · 03-07-2014, 07:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Bibendum

Can't wait to see what you do with it. Did you keep the M5 or is it a replace with the X5?

I sold the M5 over the summer to a fellow enthusiast on this forum. This replaces a Jeep SRT I had briefly. My Tesla replaced the M5 but I sold that after they raised their prices.

Bibendum · 03-07-2014, 09:54 PM

So what's your daily? Is the 5.0 gonna hold you or just an interim until the X5M?

wdimagineer · 03-07-2014, 10:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Bibendum

So what's your daily? Is the 5.0 gonna hold you or just an interim until the X5M?

It's planned to be an interim car. But might give it to my partner when the X5M comes out. I picked this platform since it's the most technologically advanced in the BMW lineup right now. I can't wait to see what they do with the X5M.

atomic80 · 03-08-2014, 07:40 PM

There's a picture of the X5M in the latest C&D magazine..and they're saying it'll possibly have 600 hp. Jesus...that's not a SUV. It's a rocket! My 12C has 625 hp so this X5M comes pretty close to that!

Kief · 03-12-2014, 12:05 PM

Anyone have prices for the MPPK and MPE?

atomic80 · 03-12-2014, 08:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Kief

Anyone have prices for the MPPK and MPE?

What are those?

wdimagineer · 03-12-2014, 08:13 PM

Haven't seen prices for the Performance Kit or Exhaust. Come to think of it, not sure I even have part numbers.

Kief · 03-13-2014, 06:07 AM

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Originally Posted by wdimagineer

Haven't seen prices for the Performance Kit or Exhaust. Come to think of it, not sure I even have part numbers.

Yeah, I have a PM into Evan @ Tischer BMW.
However, I really would like to know the prices when installed via VDC

kip1 · 03-21-2014, 07:44 PM

So more parts Are available, just ordered rear spoiler. They Said installation is 1 hour, Can that be right?

wdimagineer · 03-21-2014, 09:37 PM

It's a simple install. I can grab the instructions off of ASAP.

kip1 · 03-22-2014, 01:14 AM

Thanks!

atomic80 · 03-24-2014, 06:29 PM

Just got the ///M Brakes installed. I think the blue really looks good with Space Grey

Haven't had a chance to try them out fully yet but when I do I'll be sure to share my impressions with you folks.

Also had them install the ///M pedals too. Matches the BMW OEM rubber mats.

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wdimagineer Major 359 Rep 1,377 Posts Drives: 2015 X5 M Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: San Francisco, CA iTrader: (0)	I'm waiting on a xDrive50i M Sport as well. Got grilles and reflectors from iND. Brakes. Lots of other tricks up my sleeve once it comes in. __________________ Current: 2015 X5 M - Donington Grey/Mugello Red - DINANTRONICS Stage 2 + Free Flow Exhaust - Bimmerpost Featured! Past: Bimmerpost Featured 2014 X5 xDrive50i · 2014 Jeep SRT · 2013 Tesla Model S P85+ · Bimmerpost Featured 2013 F10 M5 · 2012 550 xDrive · 2011 M3 ZCP
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atomic80 Lieutenant 406 Rep 561 Posts Drives: 997TT Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Bellevue, WA iTrader: (0)	There's a picture of the X5M in the latest C&D magazine..and they're saying it'll possibly have 600 hp. Jesus...that's not a SUV. It's a rocket! My 12C has 625 hp so this X5M comes pretty close to that!
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