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      08-14-2019, 05:07 PM   #45
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3MC - high gloss black roof rails looks to be standard on M50i in Canada
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      08-14-2019, 05:14 PM   #46
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I should also note that my CA told me to hold off on the first month of production for a custom build because there were certain features/options that would not be available. First month of production is usually to get basic spec' cars out to dealers as demo's.
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      08-14-2019, 05:18 PM   #47
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My garage photo does not have the roof rails. However my production week is not until the 3rd week of September.
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      08-14-2019, 05:28 PM   #48
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I should also note that my CA told me to hold off on the first month of production for a custom build because there were certain features/options that would not be available. First month of production is usually to get basic spec' cars out to dealers as demo's.
That is sometimes true for colors or options, but should not be true for standard equipment, and the 2020 40is are coming off the line with the rails, so there's an inconsistency there, as well.
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      08-14-2019, 10:21 PM   #49
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Noticed that myself - (3MC) Roof rails in High-gloss Shadowline should be standard. It doesn't list it on the build sheet though, even the ones I have on order have no mention of it and it's not a selectable option either.
Is there any mechanism for you to let the factory know they are screwing up and customers are noticing and not happy about it?
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      08-14-2019, 10:29 PM   #50
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Looks like no roof rails "feature" is exclusive to X5 M50i. Even the X7 M50i does not get this feature:

https://g07.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1643564
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      08-14-2019, 10:34 PM   #51
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OP, thanks for posting the video. Love this board because of people like you.

I wouldn’t touch the thing without the rails personally.
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Does anybody know if G05 roof rails can be installed without removing the headliner like prior generations? If yes, I would probably be ok just getting a commitment from my dealer to install after delivery. If removal of headliner is required, I will probably cancel my order soon. Not acceptable for one of BMW's most expensive models.
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      08-15-2019, 12:00 AM   #53
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I found the manager of quality for exterior parts at the factory on Linkedin.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/darlene-kessinger-8154559a

Wonder if she is the right person to look into this? Probably not, the more I think about it. She is probably a buyer and not too involved with production.
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      08-15-2019, 04:42 AM   #54
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Does anybody know if G05 roof rails can be installed without removing the headliner like prior generations? If yes, I would probably be ok just getting a commitment from my dealer to install after delivery. If removal of headliner is required, I will probably cancel my order soon. Not acceptable for one of BMW's most expensive models.
The headliner has to be dropped.
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      08-15-2019, 06:30 AM   #55
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Back in 2010, I custom ordered my 2011 X5d MSport w/out roof rails, and it looked killer!!
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Noticed that myself - (3MC) Roof rails in High-gloss Shadowline should be standard. It doesn't list it on the build sheet though, even the ones I have on order have no mention of it and it's not a selectable option either.
Is there any mechanism for you to let the factory know they are screwing up and customers are noticing and not happy about it?
I contacted my regional trainer who has connections with the factory and product planning. I'll let you guys know what I hear back from him.
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Any impressions on the ride, performance etc.?
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Any impressions on the ride, performance etc.?
Rides similar to the regular 50i MSport with adaptive M suspension, this one having the 22"s I noticed it being a bit firmer since we usually stock MSport X5s with 20"s being in New England. Power is strong, really comes alive around 3-4K. Up shifts have a nice crack in sport plus. It does sound better from the outside which I couldn't get in my video.
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Does anybody know if G05 roof rails can be installed without removing the headliner like prior generations? If yes, I would probably be ok just getting a commitment from my dealer to install after delivery. If removal of headliner is required, I will probably cancel my order soon. Not acceptable for one of BMW's most expensive models.
Must drop headliner. You do not want them to do this.

https://www.newtis.info/tisv2/a/en/g...rip/1VncxZXvfB
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I like the shadowline roof rails on my 50i M-Sport but would never ever use them for anything other than a styling element. Is this why everyone wants them on the M50i??

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Must drop headliner. You do not want them to do this.

https://www.newtis.info/tisv2/a/en/g...rip/1VncxZXvfB
God no.
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I like the shadowline roof rails on my 50i M-Sport but would never ever use them for anything other than a styling element. Is this why everyone wants them on the M50i??
Yes to styling. Just doesn't look complete without the rails!
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I like the shadowline roof rails on my 50i M-Sport but would never ever use them for anything other than a styling element. Is this why everyone wants them on the M50i??

I want them simply because I'm not getting the tow package and foresee the need to have a cargo carrier on top of the car for beach trips, etc.. If the M50i doesn't come with the rails, I may have to op for the tow package -which I despise b/c I think it really takes away from the look of the car from the rear.
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3MC - high gloss black roof rails looks to be standard on M50i in Canada
I just looked at some VINs for Canadian cars produced today. No roof rails.
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      08-15-2019, 10:19 AM   #65
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BMW of Darien just got one in....no Roof rails

https://www.bmwdarien.com/inventory/...ju4c05lle45348
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I was hoping this m50i would look more aggressive and so far this is not as appealing to me. Amazing how much roof rails can alter the visual.
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