Had an X5 3.0 for the day-really appreciate my 5er! (Squeeky brake
05-12-2007, 06:41 AM
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Was in for some service-had mentioned in another post I had squeeky brakes as did some otherse and sure enough as someone mentioned there was a sensor issue.
Replaced back brakes-pads and sensors on both side I believe. I know pads and sensors were done-not sure if other pieces as well. Anyway problem solved and braking great! I think I drove my car so hard the first 7k I ran my pads down since my braking feels perfect again.
Anyway there is one level before a "recall" here in hte usa on 07 5er brake sensors. Seems to be a problem so if yours is doing it take it in and get the fix.
Anyway was given an X5 3.0 which has the identical engine but weighs about 1500 pounds more. It even has the same gear ratios almost-drives a lot like a car for being an SUV. Pretty sweet ride. Solid acceleration and silky smooth driving, especially with the nex 08 steptroncs-LOVE the shifter (anyaone else have an 08 with that really SMOOTH and cool shifter??" Love the Park button!
Anyway felt good all day and fun to zip around in.
Got my 5er back and man I thought my power steering was screwed up (well actually didnt) but that is how much tighter the steering and just overall ride/suspension was on the sport 5. After cruising the freeways in the X5 and then the 5er-I barely felt like I was moving in the 5 at the same speeds. This grows on you quickly and you forget just how stable the 5 is and how great it feels on the road.
Power was better but when you go from an SUV to a "sporty car" there should be some huge ass difference-well I just continue to think the 530 WAS a very underpowered car. Totally am trading mine in 1.5 years at the end of the lease for a 535.
Anyway appreciqte the 5er nonetheless.
Oh gas mileage for spiritted X5 I6-9.7mph!! Compare same driving in a 5er-15-16mph. Man those tanks suck down gas. I guess that is what weight does!
Replaced back brakes-pads and sensors on both side I believe. I know pads and sensors were done-not sure if other pieces as well. Anyway problem solved and braking great! I think I drove my car so hard the first 7k I ran my pads down since my braking feels perfect again.
Anyway there is one level before a "recall" here in hte usa on 07 5er brake sensors. Seems to be a problem so if yours is doing it take it in and get the fix.
Anyway was given an X5 3.0 which has the identical engine but weighs about 1500 pounds more. It even has the same gear ratios almost-drives a lot like a car for being an SUV. Pretty sweet ride. Solid acceleration and silky smooth driving, especially with the nex 08 steptroncs-LOVE the shifter (anyaone else have an 08 with that really SMOOTH and cool shifter??" Love the Park button!
Anyway felt good all day and fun to zip around in.
Got my 5er back and man I thought my power steering was screwed up (well actually didnt) but that is how much tighter the steering and just overall ride/suspension was on the sport 5. After cruising the freeways in the X5 and then the 5er-I barely felt like I was moving in the 5 at the same speeds. This grows on you quickly and you forget just how stable the 5 is and how great it feels on the road.
Power was better but when you go from an SUV to a "sporty car" there should be some huge ass difference-well I just continue to think the 530 WAS a very underpowered car. Totally am trading mine in 1.5 years at the end of the lease for a 535.
Anyway appreciqte the 5er nonetheless.
Oh gas mileage for spiritted X5 I6-9.7mph!! Compare same driving in a 5er-15-16mph. Man those tanks suck down gas. I guess that is what weight does!
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I could go for the new X5 but with the 3.0d engine.
A small problem is the price, 81,500 ? basic + some 10,000 ? options.
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A small problem is the price, 81,500 ? basic + some 10,000 ? options.
All in all some $125,000
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Originally Posted by sleepyca31' post='423657' date='May 12 2007, 09:41 AM
Got my 5er back and man I thought my power steering was screwed up (well actually didnt) but that is how much tighter the steering and just overall ride/suspension was on the sport 5. After cruising the freeways in the X5 and then the 5er-I barely felt like I was moving in the 5 at the same speeds. This grows on you quickly and you forget just how stable the 5 is and how great it feels on the road.
Power was better but when you go from an SUV to a "sporty car" there should be some huge ass difference-well I just continue to think the 530 WAS a very underpowered car. Totally am trading mine in 1.5 years at the end of the lease for a 535.
Anyway appreciqte the 5er nonetheless.
Oh gas mileage for spiritted X5 I6-9.7mph!! Compare same driving in a 5er-15-16mph. Man those tanks suck down gas. I guess that is what weight does!
Power was better but when you go from an SUV to a "sporty car" there should be some huge ass difference-well I just continue to think the 530 WAS a very underpowered car. Totally am trading mine in 1.5 years at the end of the lease for a 535.
Anyway appreciqte the 5er nonetheless.
Oh gas mileage for spiritted X5 I6-9.7mph!! Compare same driving in a 5er-15-16mph. Man those tanks suck down gas. I guess that is what weight does!
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