BMW X5 (2000 - 2006) 3.0d Le Mans Blue Sport Edition 5d Auto (2006/56) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Flash, Footballer. Loaded with money
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
The wife and kids love it, wife poses about all the time. Parents think it resembles a tank sitting next to their c70.
Would you buy this car again and why?
This is my 3rd x5, and my 8th Bmw. Now that all the problems have been fixed, i am thorougly enjoying the car and i think i definitely would.
What are you likely to buy next?
Range Rover Audi Q7 Bmw X5
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
Yes
What price did you pay?
£42,995
When did you buy the car?
August 2006
Did you get a good deal and why?
Initially, for the amount of car i got, i thought i had got a very good deal, that is before the car started to go wrong.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Image, Prestige Badge, PERCEPTION of quality
What was the dealer like?
The dealers vere very arrogant but once they saw you were genuinely interested they were happy to help. They fixed all problems quickly without fail.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Absolutely amazing, outclasses all other 4x4`s on the road. Never ventured off road though, the wife uses it primarily for the school run.
What's it like to park?
High seating position means all round visibility and I can park in the tightest spaces.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Turbo Failed on m2 Indicatiors Malfunctioning Steering Wheel Jammed Alarm repeatedly went off
What's most practical about your car?
I like the cabin space, its well laid out and comfortable for every day driving.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
I like the 20inch wheels, very macho. Also, i like the ipod connector kit as i dont have to change cd`s constantly
