X5 sd Msport

Oli · 01-09-2012, 02:44 PM

Im going sensible, well half sensible. Porsche, ED30 and GTTDI are going to be replaced by one car, as above. Obviously I've had this engine in 335's, but what's it like in the X5, and any thoughts or comments on the car in general?

Oh and I'll be looking at 2009/2010 cars

willhollin · 01-09-2012, 03:01 PM

MisterS3 has the 40d, which I think is also for sale at the mo.

rogerxp · 01-09-2012, 03:18 PM

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Originally Posted by willhollin

MisterS3 has the 40d, which I think is also for sale at the mo.

...his is fully loaded apparently and quite new so might push it beyond budget, especially with the newer engine, but always worth a cheeky chat

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Oli · 01-09-2012, 03:42 PM

If I was going for the 40d I'd go for new, as I have direct terms with BMW with a nice big discount, but to be fair a 2009/10 will still be £10k or so cheaper, and do the same job. As long as it has warranty, and is fully loaded, I'll be happy.

davyk31 · 01-10-2012, 02:55 AM

I'm your man Oli, I have a 3.0sd M Sport, 2008 model and also an E92 335d so its easy to compare.

The X5 is a great vehicle, plenty of power but feels quite a bit slower than the E92 due to weight. Economy nothing special but if you gives it a few revs or keep the box in sport then it does shift well for its size.
Brilliant all rounder, the M Sports look really good. 20" wheels a must although they can cause chipping on the rear doors, rear arches and back part of side sills. BMW can be forced to repair this under warranty and also fit a clear 3M plastic cover, does solve the problem. New carsnow may be coming with the protection but 09/10 won't have it from factory.

Newer 40d is only very slightly faster, thinks its another 8bhp IIRC but the 8 speed auto box came in at that time which is silky smooth but not worth paying a lot more for.

Get plenty of toys, I looked for ages when I got mine as my previous X5 has almost everything and wanted the same again with low miles.

misterS3 · 01-10-2012, 02:15 PM

I'd disagree about the gearbox. The only thing i hated about my 335D was the gearbox. The 8 speed is much smoother and if they put it in the 335D they've got a winner

It's a heavy beast. Not good on diesel. I get about 5mpg less than i did with my 335D.

But it is an amazing car. In my spec at least. But i just don't use it enough to justify keeping it, and remember i have a fast datsun too!
Saying that i have a trip to John O Groats planned for Feb and will be doing 3 peaks challenge in Spring/Summer and i'll be taking the X5 (if i still have it)

Here's an old ad for my car. You can ignore the price

http://www.gumtree.com/p/cars-vans-m...ilver/92525784

Oli · 01-10-2012, 04:19 PM

Thanks people. Going to test drive one this week. Decided to definitely go for a 35sd, and get an extended warranty. Just need to sell my other cars first. Anyone want a 911........

marlie · 01-10-2012, 04:28 PM

my old chap is selling his in a month.. drop me a pm if your interested mate

Oli · 01-10-2012, 05:34 PM

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Originally Posted by marlie

my old chap is selling his in a month.. drop me a pm if your interested mate

Cheers. What's the details

davyk31 · 01-11-2012, 03:02 AM

Just a picky point but it will either be a 3.0sd if prior to late 2009 or 35d Xdrive if after that point. All the same engine, the 35d one, just a bit of a change to the 4 wheel drive system when it became labelled as Xdrive. In any research I did I couldn't really see what had changed so think it was just branding as the 4 wheel drives all became Xdrive whatever. I saved a bit of cash and went for an 08 3.0sd.

Look for electric boot release, big old heavy boot which opens quite high, this option suits well if your wife isn't that tall. Panoramic roof also worth searching out.

Oli · 01-11-2012, 02:11 PM

I will be looking at 2009. And will want all options and toys.

davyk31 · 01-11-2012, 03:37 PM

Xenons are not standard even on M Sport, just so you know to look out for them because when I was looking quite a lot of what seemed like well specced cars did not have them.

You may be surprised how hard it is to get a car with loads of extras, media pack, 20" wheels, reversing camera seems to be the kinda stock options people choose but things like electric boot, pano roof, comfort access, TV etc are expensive when new and therefore rarer. Keep searching though and they are there.

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willhollin Major General 268 Rep 9,915 Posts Drives: VW T5 Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Worcestershire iTrader: (1) Garage List 2007 BMW E92 330d SE [10.00] 2010 Transporter T5 ... [0.00]	MisterS3 has the 40d, which I think is also for sale at the mo. __________________
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Oli Campervan man 94 Rep 2,667 Posts Drives: RS3 and VW Kombi Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: here, there, everywhere...... iTrader: (1)	If I was going for the 40d I'd go for new, as I have direct terms with BMW with a nice big discount, but to be fair a 2009/10 will still be £10k or so cheaper, and do the same job. As long as it has warranty, and is fully loaded, I'll be happy. __________________ www.bmvs-camperhire.co.uk Genuine VW T5 California Rental
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davyk31 Major General 1042 Rep 6,946 Posts Drives: Macan GTS :-) & F40 M135i Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Northern Ireland iTrader: (0)	I'm your man Oli, I have a 3.0sd M Sport, 2008 model and also an E92 335d so its easy to compare. The X5 is a great vehicle, plenty of power but feels quite a bit slower than the E92 due to weight. Economy nothing special but if you gives it a few revs or keep the box in sport then it does shift well for its size. Brilliant all rounder, the M Sports look really good. 20" wheels a must although they can cause chipping on the rear doors, rear arches and back part of side sills. BMW can be forced to repair this under warranty and also fit a clear 3M plastic cover, does solve the problem. New carsnow may be coming with the protection but 09/10 won't have it from factory. Newer 40d is only very slightly faster, thinks its another 8bhp IIRC but the 8 speed auto box came in at that time which is silky smooth but not worth paying a lot more for. Get plenty of toys, I looked for ages when I got mine as my previous X5 has almost everything and wanted the same again with low miles.
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misterS3 Lieutenant Colonel 70 Rep 1,733 Posts Drives: X70 on the way Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Glasgow iTrader: (0)	I'd disagree about the gearbox. The only thing i hated about my 335D was the gearbox. The 8 speed is much smoother and if they put it in the 335D they've got a winner It's a heavy beast. Not good on diesel. I get about 5mpg less than i did with my 335D. But it is an amazing car. In my spec at least. But i just don't use it enough to justify keeping it, and remember i have a fast datsun too! Saying that i have a trip to John O Groats planned for Feb and will be doing 3 peaks challenge in Spring/Summer and i'll be taking the X5 (if i still have it) Here's an old ad for my car. You can ignore the price http://www.gumtree.com/p/cars-vans-m...ilver/92525784
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Oli Campervan man 94 Rep 2,667 Posts Drives: RS3 and VW Kombi Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: here, there, everywhere...... iTrader: (1)	Thanks people. Going to test drive one this week. Decided to definitely go for a 35sd, and get an extended warranty. Just need to sell my other cars first. Anyone want a 911........ __________________ www.bmvs-camperhire.co.uk Genuine VW T5 California Rental
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marlie Captain 338 Rep 807 Posts Drives: G21 M340i Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: UK iTrader: (1)	my old chap is selling his in a month.. drop me a pm if your interested mate __________________
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davyk31 Major General 1042 Rep 6,946 Posts Drives: Macan GTS :-) & F40 M135i Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Northern Ireland iTrader: (0)	Just a picky point but it will either be a 3.0sd if prior to late 2009 or 35d Xdrive if after that point. All the same engine, the 35d one, just a bit of a change to the 4 wheel drive system when it became labelled as Xdrive. In any research I did I couldn't really see what had changed so think it was just branding as the 4 wheel drives all became Xdrive whatever. I saved a bit of cash and went for an 08 3.0sd. Look for electric boot release, big old heavy boot which opens quite high, this option suits well if your wife isn't that tall. Panoramic roof also worth searching out.
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Oli Campervan man 94 Rep 2,667 Posts Drives: RS3 and VW Kombi Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: here, there, everywhere...... iTrader: (1)	I will be looking at 2009. And will want all options and toys. __________________ www.bmvs-camperhire.co.uk Genuine VW T5 California Rental
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davyk31 Major General 1042 Rep 6,946 Posts Drives: Macan GTS :-) & F40 M135i Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Northern Ireland iTrader: (0)	Xenons are not standard even on M Sport, just so you know to look out for them because when I was looking quite a lot of what seemed like well specced cars did not have them. You may be surprised how hard it is to get a car with loads of extras, media pack, 20" wheels, reversing camera seems to be the kinda stock options people choose but things like electric boot, pano roof, comfort access, TV etc are expensive when new and therefore rarer. Keep searching though and they are there.
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