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      03-18-2019, 11:55 AM   #1
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On a whim: picked up a fully loaded X7 xdrive50i - what a car

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For a while now I've been reading about the X7 and have been tempted. I owned an X5 some years ago that I wasn't crazy about, before that had a 2002 M3 that I adored. This was my first BMW in a while.

Went to the dealer to have a look at them, walked in and saw there on the showroom floor a near fully loaded X7 xdrive50i with the M sport package and 22" wheels. I was blown away, and plunked down for a deposit on the spot. Picked the car up the next day.

It's configured with
- Carbon black exterior
- Tartufo leather interior
- M Sport package
- Premium package
- Executive package (with the laserlight headlights)
- Cold weather package
- 22" wheels
- leather dashboard
- trailer hitch (I'll never use this...)
- captain's chairs
- rear seat entertainment


Some pics below. First impressions after owning it for a week -- my goodness is it fast! It's also incredibly sporty, while at the same time being so smooth and luxurious on the road. I recall my X5 of a couple generations ago feeling very harsh on the road. And I had some concern that, with the 22" wheels here, it may be harsh. But it's incredible. Feels like the wheels are covered in foam mattresses... I don't know if that's the air suspension, or what, but man did BMW nail it.

It handles like a dream as well. And to top it all off, the interior is outrageously nice, as is the technology.

And lastly, I've seen all sorts of complaints online about the grill, but I don't get it. I think it's fantastic looking.

Overall the nicest car I've ever owned, and I have no doubt that when the reviews start trickling out, this thing is going to win all sorts of awards and accolades. What a car. Like I said, I believe BMW hit this one out of the park.
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      03-18-2019, 11:55 AM   #2
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Oh, and I'm already underway with an order for the black grill, black badging, and body colored front reflectors. Gonna look great I think.
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Wow, nice! Congrads!
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      03-18-2019, 12:01 PM   #4
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That is so freaking cool.
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      03-18-2019, 12:07 PM   #5
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I have exact same specs on mine minus Laser Headlights, which I am pissed about. Congrats man.
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Simply stunning!!!
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Congrats! Please share more photos of your X7. It's the best color combination IMO
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Congrats! So lucky to have gotten one of the few rare laser lights on an X7, especially since they're currently no longer available, likely until MY2020 according to my dealer's estimation.
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Congrats! Sat in one at my local dealer and was blown away by the interior as well, great design and quality! Also agree with you, I like the grill, and find that its pretty proportionate to the vehicle as a whole.
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Congrats! Saw the same car at a local dealer, looks even better in real life!
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Congrats man!
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Nice choice! Enjoy! Car looks amazing! I am from NY as well. What did the dealer say about mounting the front plate?
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Congrats!

Last Saturday, I stood in front of the exact same configuration at my local dealer. Pics simply don't do it justice!

It just looks stunning in carbon with the M Package!

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Nice choice! Enjoy! Car looks amazing! I am from NY as well. What did the dealer say about mounting the front plate?
The service guys finalizing the car for delivery asked if I wanted them to install the front plate. I asked what they would do -- they both shrugged and said "no way." So, figured I'd give it a whirl...
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Congrats man. You have seen, you have believed and you have acted. Great review. I love my X7 40i very well. I also feel like I am not driving on wheels as well. The X7 haters in this forum need to read about real life experiences like yours!
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The service guys finalizing the car for delivery asked if I wanted them to install the front plate. I asked what they would do -- they both shrugged and said "no way." So, figured I'd give it a whirl...
Hopefully it works out in the long run and the cops don't stop you for not having the front plate installed.
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The service guys finalizing the car for delivery asked if I wanted them to install the front plate. I asked what they would do -- they both shrugged and said "no way." So, figured I'd give it a whirl...
Hopefully it works out in the long run and the cops don't stop you for not having the front plate installed.
Congrats on the gorgeous ride. How about a few pictures of that great interior and those captains seats.
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