Picking up my X5 today

ILM_X5 · 12-02-2018, 11:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Herdalum

Lol, I won't be ordering one of those, that's for sure. But I'm not sure what you mean about bmw branded, that's your tire that you showed the picture of. I don't think the fact that it also fits Porsche means anything.

So this is probably a personal pet peeve of mine. When I replaced the P Zeroes on my A6, I paid $50 more per tire for the "A0" Audi OEM branded sidewall. I'm sure the tires are probably the same, but something tells me that the OEM branding is a specific compound developed with the mfg in R&D.

****** · 12-02-2018, 11:24 AM

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Originally Posted by CLT_X5

So this is probably a personal pet peeve of mine. When I replaced the P Zeroes on my A6, I paid $50 more per tire for the "A0" Audi OEM branded sidewall. I'm sure the tires are probably the same, but something tells me that the OEM branding is a specific compound developed with the mfg in R&D.

AO was actually printed on the sidewall? That’s a new one on me. I’ve never heard of a branded BMW tire, though, and I’ve had six BMW’s....

ILM_X5 · 12-02-2018, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Herdalum

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Originally Posted by CLT_X5

So this is probably a personal pet peeve of mine. When I replaced the P Zeroes on my A6, I paid $50 more per tire for the "A0" Audi OEM branded sidewall. I'm sure the tires are probably the same, but something tells me that the OEM branding is a specific compound developed with the mfg in R&D.

AO was actually printed on the sidewall? That's a new one on me. I've never heard of a branded BMW tire, though, and I've had six BMW's....

Yes. Each application of a Pirelli tire for an OEM has specific branding on the sidewall, a la the "N0" Porsche branding on that tire rack screenshot.

****** · 12-02-2018, 11:31 AM

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Originally Posted by CLT_X5

Yes. Each application of a Pirelli tire for an OEM has specific branding on the sidewall, a la the "N0" Porsche branding on that tire rack screenshot.

Interesting...

jra0113 · 12-02-2018, 12:17 PM

Talked to my CA. They are going to reduce the price of the tire and wheel protection plan by the cost of the tire. I live in a new development that has a lot of construction ahead which means lots of nails. Add a wife that likes to curb check and it makes the tire and wheel protection well worth it. So much as a scratch on a wheel and they replace it.

ILM_X5 · 12-02-2018, 12:21 PM

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Originally Posted by jra0113

Talked to my CA. They are going to reduce the price of the tire and wheel protection plan by the cost of the tire. I live in a new development that has a lot of construction ahead which means lots of nails. Add a wife that likes to curb check and it makes the tire and wheel protection well worth it. So much as a scratch on a wheel and they replace it.

That's great news! New residential framed construction sites can be a royal pain in the...

desperad · 12-02-2018, 10:04 PM

looks great

jra0113 · 12-03-2018, 12:01 PM

Dealer can't get a new conti tire in for 3 days. Got a 5 series loaner so we will survive I guess

mynewx5 · 12-03-2018, 12:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Herdalum

Don’t plug it. If it’s a run flat conti will replace it free, too. Nearly all major tire companies will give you road hazard protection free for the first year of a new car. My last x had conti tires and they did that for me.

Good to know. I learn something on this forum every day!

bizfiend · 12-03-2018, 10:30 PM

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Originally Posted by jra0113

Brown metallic ash with crystal

What is that silver cup.
Is it an ashtray or cup in the cup holder in your picture.

bizfiend · 12-04-2018, 01:32 AM

Just picked this up tonight.

Carbon Black
G05 40i M-sport 22" 742M wheels
Air Suspension showing lowest height setting and sky lounge colors with matte wood trim and glass shifter.
And a free key protector as a gift.
It feels like driving on a cloud.

2019x5User · 12-04-2018, 02:09 AM

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Originally Posted by bizfiend

Just picked this up tonight.

Carbon Black
G05 40i M-sport 22" 742M wheels
Air Suspension showing lowest height setting and sky lounge colors with matte wood trim and glass shifter.
And a free key protector as a gift.
It feels like driving on a cloud.

Is sky lounge standard feature in US?

bizfiend · 12-04-2018, 02:31 AM

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Originally Posted by 2019x5User

Is sky lounge standard feature in US?

It's most likely not a standard feature.
I couldn't find it on your American site.
It might be included in one of the packages or called something else.
Or they'll show you how to add it at the dealership.

It's a $1000CAD option.

NoCompromise · 12-04-2018, 05:02 AM

She is a beauty.

I am not a fan of the crafted glass but you cannot argue that it adds even more drama at night.

Love the roof - it's the only one they let you buy at the moment in the UK!

jra0113 · 12-04-2018, 06:55 AM

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Originally Posted by bizfiend

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Originally Posted by 2019x5User

Is sky lounge standard feature in US?

It's most likely not a standard feature.
I couldn't find it on your American site.
It might be included in one of the packages or called something else.
Or they'll show you how to add it at the dealership.

It's a $1000CAD option.

Not avail in US unfortunately

jra0113 · 12-04-2018, 06:56 AM

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Originally Posted by bizfiend

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Originally Posted by jra0113

Brown metallic ash with crystal

What is that silver cup.
Is it an ashtray or cup in the cup holder in your picture.

Yep that's an ash tray lol beautiful car congrats!!!!

mynewx5 · 12-04-2018, 07:35 AM

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Originally Posted by bizfiend

Beautiful car, congrats. Anyone know which case will fit the G05 key? I'm assuming the 2018 X3 uses the same key FOB?

2019x5User · 12-04-2018, 09:25 AM

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Originally Posted by jra0113

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Originally Posted by bizfiend

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Originally Posted by 2019x5User

Is sky lounge standard feature in US?

It's most likely not a standard feature.
I couldn't find it on your American site.
It might be included in one of the packages or called something else.
Or they'll show you how to add it at the dealership.

It's a $1000CAD option.

Not avail in US unfortunately

Have idea why not available in US?

denniss · 12-04-2018, 09:28 AM

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Originally Posted by 2019x5User

Have idea why not available in US?

if i had to guess, to make room for x7

bizfiend · 12-04-2018, 09:31 AM

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Originally Posted by jra0113

Yep that's an ash tray lol beautiful car congrats!!!!

Prolly one of the classiest ashtrays ever.
And that really sucks how you got a nail in your tire right out the gate.
It's happened to me too this summer right after getting a set of brand new 4S for the m235i.
Both front tires got warps in them 1 week apart and about 1 week after getting them.
That's why I always get an extended warranty for new tires which is a life time warranty that they'll replace each tire for free for unrepairable damage. Warranty costs $16 CAD each tire.

But with a brand new BMW, your tires come with a one year warranty they should replace for free if it's not repairable.

My dealer told me to pop all 4 tires before the end of the first year to get all brand new tires.

I'll do that depending on if the tread is really worn.
Cause taking it to the dealer to get these changed takes so much time I don't know if it's really worth it.

mynewx5 · 12-04-2018, 09:37 AM

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Originally Posted by bizfiend

My dealer told me to pop all 4 tires before the end of the first year to get all brand new tires.

Funny, but it's a pro-rated warranty. At least it is in the US. You don't get a free new tire if it "pops" on the 364th day and there is barely any tread left. You get a credit based on how much tread is left on the tire.

bizfiend · 12-04-2018, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by mynewx5

Funny, but it's a pro-rated warranty. At least it is in the US. You don't get a free new tire if it "pops" on the 364th day and there is barely any tread left. You get a credit based on how much tread is left on the tire.

You don't wait till the last day to do it.

You do one tire at a time a month or two before.

If they charge you on the new tire by measuring the tread of the old tire I'll reconsider, it seems like a lot to go through to replace one year old tires when I'm changing them to winter tires for our 6 month winter.

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