[Kief]

Originally Posted by CLT_X5

Looks fantastic! Congrats and enjoy in good health.

Thank you
Here's an updated pic

[ILM_X5]

Originally Posted by Kief

Thank you
Here's an updated pic

I would go back to the black wheels. Personal preference and entirely subjective. Are you tinting your fronts? I had my dealer tint mine to state maximum, 35% here, and honestly I'm underwhelmed at the change in appearance.

[Kief]

Originally Posted by CLT_X5

I would go back to the black wheels. Personal preference and entirely subjective. Are you tinting your fronts? I had my dealer tint mine to state maximum, 35% here, and honestly I'm underwhelmed at the change in appearance.

Unexpectedly sold the black 612M (was going to use them for my winter setup, but accidentally found a buyer). I don't care for black wheels, particularly with BSM. Now a different exterior color, and black wheels can look very good. Besides, I ended up going with BMW's 611M Winter setup which is a dark orbit grey, to change up the look.

I wasn't planning on tinting the fronts. Same legal percentage here, so good knowing you aren't that impressed. It would have to match the rear to make a true change in appearance IMO

[ILM_X5]

Originally Posted by Kief

Unexpectedly sold the black 612M (was going to use them for my winter setup, but accidentally found a buyer). I don't care for black wheels, particularly with BSM. Now a different exterior color, and black wheels can look very good. Besides, I ended up going with BMW's 611M Winter setup which is a dark orbit grey, to change up the look.

I wasn't planning on tinting the fronts. Same legal percentage here, so good knowing you aren't that impressed. It would have to match the rear to make a true change in appearance IMO

Agreed on the "matching" look. That was what I was hoping to achieve. Not even close. I have the 1XB Orbit Grey 21" wheels on mine. They are definitely gray during the day but appear black at night.

You've got a sharp looking vehicle. Post if you decide to tint. I'm curious to see if it's more "matched" at 35% on a darker exterior. Below is mine for reference.

Edit: if and when I decide to scrape these and seek a legal tint exemption, I'll post. I just don't care to be unnecessarily pulled over.

[iconoclast]

Originally Posted by jiggz

A nicely equipped M50i will likely be $100K, or more I would think. I can fully option a current F15 50i on BMWUSA.com and get it above $100K if I check all the boxes.

Before I purchased the F85 I had heavily optioned F15 50i and the MSRP was $93,145 before destination and tax. Considering the X7 will be tipping the scales around $110k or so when optioned heavily as well I suspect the M50i will most likely be around $100k before destination,fees and taxes.

[AndroidRobot]

Originally Posted by iconoclast

Before I purchased the F85 I had heavily optioned F15 50i and the MSRP was $93,145 before destination and tax. Considering the X7 will be tipping the scales around $110k or so when optioned heavily as well I suspect the M50i will most likely be around $100k before destination,fees and taxes.

The regular 50i can easily got over $100K so are you suggesting there won't be a difference?

[iconoclast]

I was referring to the F15 50i and it's pricing since jiggz mentioned the difference in pricing between previous and upcoming.

[NOVA99]

At dealer this past week servicing wife's F15 and drove a $97K G05 while waiting. Asked GM about M50i (530hp) for 2020MY in X5 and X7 and he said there is mixed signals from BMW. He does not think it is coming to X models because they want to keep it more exclusive for higher products like 8/7 series. Anyone else hear if 530hp M50i coming in 2020? Hoping it happens for 2020 when I am ready to order X7 or X5...

[Ilyam5]

Originally Posted by NOVA99

At dealer this past week servicing wife's F15 and drove a $97K G05 while waiting. Asked GM about M50i (530hp) for 2020MY in X5 and X7 and he said there is mixed signals from BMW. He does not think it is coming to X models because they want to keep it more exclusive for higher products like 8/7 series. Anyone else hear if 530hp M50i coming in 2020? Hoping it happens for 2020 when I am ready to order X7 or X5...

He is pulling your leg trying to sell the car on the lot. July 2019 M50 will be out with 523 HP like all the V8s in BMW lineup

[MystroX5]

My dealer stated the time line is still undetermined for the M50i. BMW modified the current V8TT just for the new 50i so they might want more than one year of use out of it.
I am not really interested as the ride of my current 50i M-Sport is as sporting as I would ever want in a SUV. The M50i will probably be harsher. A full blown X5M will be way too hard of a ride and would be misarable driving to south Florida every year. I still need luxury with my muscle and that’s what the current 50i delivers. Look at it this way, we are getting 4.0-4.3 seconds 0-60mph. A Cayenne Turbo does it in 3.9 seconds. I am about .1 to .2 seconds slower with a much better ride. I am not loosing any sleep over any performance gains a X5M might have in comparison to a 50i M-Sport. Down the road, I am sure the V8TT 50i could be tuned to hypercar levels if the desire was there.

[Ilyam5]

Originally Posted by MystroX5

My dealer stated the time line is still undetermined for the M50i. BMW modified the current V8TT just for the new 50i so they might want more than one year of use out of it.
I am not really interested as the ride of my current 50i M-Sport is as sporting as I would ever want in a SUV. The M50i will probably be harsher. A full blown X5M will be way too hard of a ride and would be misarable driving to south Florida every year. I still need luxury with my muscle and that’s what the current 50i delivers. Look at it this way, we are getting 4.0-4.3 seconds 0-60mph. A Cayenne Turbo does it in 3.9 seconds. I am about .1 to .2 seconds slower with a much better ride. I am not loosing any sleep over any performance gains a X5M might have in comparison to a 50i M-Sport. Down the road, I am sure the V8TT 50i could be tuned to hypercar levels if the desire was there.

I'm kind of excited about M50 even though i love the current X5 50 that i have. By the time deliveries are out in Sep- Oct time frame - i have already enjoined almost a year of X5 current v8. So the next lease is definitely going to be M50 - i think it is going to be the best deal in high HP suvs. (just like 5 is right now)
I'm with you about full M x5. I do not believe in full M treatment for SUVs. Compromising on comfort and utility and not being able to track it - kills an M car for me. If i can not take it to the track - I'm not buying an M.
Im

[MystroX5]

I love full blown M cars but for my needs a performance SUV has got to be a road warrior. It will be interesting to see how hard the suspension is tweaked for the M50i. If it’s anything like the M40, it will be too harsh.
My dealer just got in a M5CS and has been inviting me down as “It has my name on it” they say. I probably shouldn’t go down and drive it. I am happy with my C4S but the power of the M5.

[Ilyam5]

Originally Posted by MystroX5

I love full blown M cars but for my needs a performance SUV has got to be a road warrior. It will be interesting to see how hard the suspension is tweaked for the M50i. If it’s anything like the M40, it will be too harsh.
My dealer just got in a M5CS and has been inviting me down as “It has my name on it” they say. I probably shouldn’t go down and drive it. I am happy with my C4S but the power of the M5.

I think you should definitely go drive it. Power is unreal in that car. Much better suited for 5 series vs X5. Plus on a big track like Waltkins glen and VIR - you will be running with some track prepared cars head to head. M5 is that good. Still heavy for true track duty but several days a year - you will have great fun and it is forgiving on everyday basis - much easier to live with vs M2 for example

[MystroX5]

Originally Posted by Ilyam5

I think you should definitely go drive it. Power is unreal in that car. Much better suited for 5 series vs X5. Plus on a big track like Waltkins glen and VIR - you will be running with some track prepared cars head to head. M5 is that good. Still heavy for true track duty but several days a year - you will have great fun and it is forgiving on everyday basis - much easier to live with vs M2 for example

I go to the Glen a lot with the Porsche club. 30 years of club Poccono and Glen track events. I like a true manual for my track cars. I am not doing them that much as it became a money pit with tires, brakes, etc...
If I went hard core track rat again, I would just go with a GT3 and leave it set up for track duties.
If I was consolidating my vehicles, the M5 would be at the top of my list. If the trunk was bigger, I wouldn’t need a X5 for trips but the reality is no trunk can swallow up my families luggage for a long vacation. One of the reasons I left my A8. Just bought the 50i M-Sport outright so the last thing I need is a M5 payment.

[NOVA99]

Originally Posted by Ilyam5

He is pulling your leg trying to sell the car on the lot. July 2019 M50 will be out with 523 HP like all the V8s in BMW lineup

Nah. He knows I was not buying it. I order them and still about 10 months out from lease maturing. The car on the lot was not my spec. Hadn't heard any recent news on M50 so just curious.

[Ilyam5]

Originally Posted by NOVA99

Nah. He knows I was not buying it. I order them and still about 10 months out from lease maturing. The car on the lot was not my spec. Hadn't heard any recent news on M50 so just curious.

there was a picture from SC floating around

[NOVA99]

Originally Posted by Ilyam5

there was a picture from SC floating around

Thanks. I saw that some time ago as well and figured it was a slam dunk but it had been pretty quiet, especially since the dealer told me it may not happen now. Only time will tell..

[SwedeJohanson]

Any thoughts?

I am also weighing a 2019/2020 lease. Need all-season tires. Since I lease I do not have a desire for a summer/winter set of tires/rims.

[Ilyam5]

Originally Posted by NOVA99

Thanks. I saw that some time ago as well and figured it was a slam dunk but it had been pretty quiet, especially since the dealer told me it may not happen now. Only time will tell..

I think people on this board have some good inside info. They have been spot on so far. I believe this info much more than i believe the dealers.

At least x5 v8 had a good run (10 months) until MY2020 replacement. Look at x7. Only allowed to be delivered on March 1 as MY2019. And in July being replaced with MY2020 with the new v8. Four (4) months!!! And this car really needs a v8. So,dealers might not be disclosing any MY2020 info since they have to sell this car for 4 months with 70 less HP

[scottjays]

I am eagerly anticipating the M50i. I cannot wait

[CRIPPLER]

Just saw this thread... have been talking to dealers about replacing my wife's 2015 X5 3.5 … took the 2019 X5 5.0i out for a test drive... was awesome... but if it appears there will be a M50i out in just a few months i think i will hold off... either get the M50i or perhaps there may be some great deals on the 2019 5.0i once the 2020 MY is released

[Kief]

Originally Posted by CRIPPLER

Just saw this thread... have been talking to dealers about replacing my wife's 2015 X5 3.5 … took the 2019 X5 5.0i out for a test drive... was awesome... but if it appears there will be a M50i out in just a few months i think i will hold off... either get the M50i or perhaps there may be some great deals on the 2019 5.0i once the 2020 MY is released

Hi Matt,
I saw you posted on my wall.
The M50i is going to happen based on everything read here and elsewhere, along with BMW's latest marketing strategy. Definitely hold off

Originally Posted by ynguldyn

May 2018[*]Both G05 X5 and G07 X7 xDrive50i will replace their launch version of N63 (456hp) with the same new 530hp engine and become X5/X7 M50i. Here's finally your explanation why they were sticking with "xDrive50i": "M50i" was reserved for the more powerful engine.

https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/ne...ply&p=14820299