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LEDZEP · 05-10-2011, 12:01 PM

Ah.... the sweetness of black on black. Congrats cmilligan!! Aluminum with black/black is a nice choice too.

LEDZEP · 05-10-2011, 12:49 PM

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Originally Posted by PIEZON

Thank you LedZep! So how do you like it!? How does it compare to X5?

Too soon to compare after only one day of light driving, but so far very impressed. It has a much tighter feel than the X5 in terms of steering and suspension. Literally like a tall 3 Series.

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Originally Posted by Theepz

Looks Beautiful!!! can't wait for mine... is there any extra charge for you interior seat in US? how much?..

Not in the U.S., it is a standard available leather color.

acey81 · 05-10-2011, 02:26 PM

Really nice! What's the width of the rear tyres with the M-sport pack? Same as the front?

tuco44 · 05-10-2011, 02:39 PM

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Originally Posted by acey81

Really nice! What's the width of the rear tyres with the M-sport pack? Same as the front?

If you read post #17 just above, today's date, you would know the answer to that question.......

PIEZON · 05-10-2011, 03:49 PM

OK here is the tuff question LedZep... if you had to decide on one, which one would you take X5 or x3?!

LEDZEP · 05-10-2011, 04:11 PM

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Originally Posted by PIEZON

OK here is the tuff question LedZep... if you had to decide on one, which one would you take X5 or x3?!

Too early to answer that. The X3 has the advantage of being the brand new baby... but the X5 is one hell of a sweet vehicle. Besides, I have both so that I don't have to make Sophie's Choice...

tibookM3 · 05-10-2011, 06:28 PM

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Originally Posted by LEDZEP

Too early to answer that. The X3 has the advantage of being the brand new baby... but the X5 is one hell of a sweet vehicle. Besides, I have both so that I don't have to make Sophie's Choice...

Can you take some pictures of the dampers to see if they are electronically controlled? Some aren't going to be convinced until its seen...

Want the thrill · 05-10-2011, 07:50 PM

Great photos! Love seeing it! BEAUTIFUL!!

acey81 · 05-11-2011, 11:43 AM

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Originally Posted by tuco44

If you read post #17 just above, today's date, you would know the answer to that question.......

What are the specs without all season tyres (can't believe they are actually putting that crap on a BMW)? Anyone taken M-sport delivery in Europe yet?

tuco44 · 05-11-2011, 12:17 PM

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Originally Posted by acey81

What are the specs without all season tyres (can't believe they are actually putting that crap on a BMW)? Anyone taken M-sport delivery in Europe yet?

ChitownX · 05-11-2011, 07:33 PM

Just picked my Carbon Black 35i M Sport. Here are the options on my X3 and a couple of early pictures. I'll post more pics and some observations soon.

2011 BMW X3 3.5i M Sport Package
Carbon Black, Black Nevada Leather and Fineline Wave Wood Trim
Cold Weather Package
Convenience Package
Dynamic Handling Package
Premium Package
Technology Package
Head-up Display
BMW Apps w/ Smartphone Integration
Premium hi-fi system
Automatic high beams
M Double Spoke 310 Light Alloy 20" Wheels and Pirelli Pzero RFT Tires 245/40 & 275/35 (summer)
369 Light Alloy 19" Wheels and Pirelli Sottozero Serie II Winter RFT Tires 245/45 (winter)

LEDZEP · 05-11-2011, 08:01 PM

WOW! Nice!!!!

I didn't like those wheels at all on the Alpine White M Sport, but they look amazing on the Carbon Black. Beautiful!!

ChitownX · 05-11-2011, 09:43 PM

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Originally Posted by LEDZEP

WOW! Nice!!!!

I didn't like those wheels at all on the Alpine White M Sport, but they look amazing on the Carbon Black. Beautiful!!

Thanks LEDZEP!

I have to admit that I was very nervous ordering the X3 M Sport in Carbon Black with the 310 style wheels without seeing them paired together first. I spent an hour at the dealer today staring at the vehicle at different angles, trying to decide if I liked the combo. One part of me thought it looked great and the other that it was too "boy racer" for lack of a better word.

carlili4190 · 05-11-2011, 10:09 PM

Is that laurel BMW?

ChitownX · 05-11-2011, 10:38 PM

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Originally Posted by carlili4190

Is that laurel BMW?

Yes it is. Their business development manager, Mike Alder was great to work with. I followed him to Laurel from another BMW dealer.
I occupied a lot of his time with questions and one-off requests. He went above and beyond.

inamik75 · 05-12-2011, 12:13 AM

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Originally Posted by LEDZEP

... but the X5 is one hell of a sweet vehicle.

In what way is it better than the X3 apart from space? Embellish us a bit

carlili4190 · 05-12-2011, 12:41 AM

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Originally Posted by ChitownX

Yes it is. Their business development manager, Mike Alder was great to work with. I followed him to Laurel from another BMW dealer.
I occupied a lot of his time with questions and one-off requests. He went above and beyond.

Ug... I wanted them to call me as soon as they got an M-sport in so I could look at it.... They never called

LEDZEP · 05-12-2011, 06:45 AM

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Originally Posted by ChitownX

Thanks LEDZEP!

I have to admit that I was very nervous ordering the X3 M Sport in Carbon Black with the 310 style wheels without seeing them paired together first. I spent an hour at the dealer today staring at the vehicle at different angles, trying to decide if I liked the combo. One part of me thought it looked great and the other that it was too "boy racer" for lack of a better word.

Yep - "boy racer" was my exact opinion of them on the AW shown at the Paris Auto Show. But they look like they belong nicely with the Carbon Black. You'll have to let us know how rough the ride is with those lower profile tires though.

LEDZEP · 05-12-2011, 06:48 AM

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Originally Posted by inamik75

In what way is it better than the X3 apart from space? Embellish us a bit

Really?? Ever been in an X5? The quality of materials is much better; there is additional sealing to prevent outside noise; the optional comfort seats are amazing; etc., etc.

It's a different level of vehicle, just like the 5 Series compared to the 3 Series.

inamik75 · 05-12-2011, 07:58 AM

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Originally Posted by LEDZEP

Really?? Ever been in an X5? The quality of materials is much better; there is additional sealing to prevent outside noise; the optional comfort seats are amazing; etc., etc.

It's a different level of vehicle, just like the 5 Series compared to the 3 Series.

Good to hear your opinion, driven a number so know better materials etc so the size just keeps me off. Was more specifically curious on the difference in agility, handling of the two since you have both.

PIEZON · 05-12-2011, 08:21 AM

ChitownX looks awesome! This is exactly what I want to get! Just not set on trim. Consider alum or wood. Looking forward to more pics! Best wishes with it! Enjoy! Thanks for sharing!

ChitownX · 05-12-2011, 10:48 AM

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Originally Posted by LEDZEP

Really?? Ever been in an X5? The quality of materials is much better; there is additional sealing to prevent outside noise; the optional comfort seats are amazing; etc., etc.

It's a different level of vehicle, just like the 5 Series compared to the 3 Series.

I have to agree with LEDZEP on this one. I left a fully loaded 2005 X5 4.4i with sport package for the 2011 X3 35i M Sport. The interior materials are definitely a step down from the current E70 X5 and my old E53 X5. The options are also held back so as not to compete directly with the X5. The panorama roof for example – both panels tilt up and slide back in the X5. However; the X3 is also around $20K cheaper when similarly equipped. I chose to go with the X3 because the E70 X5 is too big for me. It’s now 7 inches longer and 4 inches wider than my old E53 X5.

BTW – I don’t understand why BMW doesn’t offer the same level of materials or options across model lines. Audi does a better job IMO offering the same level of materials and options across lines. Offering the same level in the X3 isn’t going to detract from the X5 or cause someone to step down from the X5 to the X3 because they can get everything in the X3 that’s offered in the X5.

05-10-2011, 12:01 PM	#23
LEDZEP Lieutenant General Drives: 2009 E70 & 2011 F25 Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Area 51 Posts: 12,277 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 X3 35i M Sport [3.93] 2009 X5 M Sport [0.00] 2007 328xi E90 [0.00] 2006 325xiT E91 [0.00]	Ah.... the sweetness of black on black. Congrats cmilligan!! Aluminum with black/black is a nice choice too. __________________ I think it is bad luck to be superstitious

05-11-2011, 07:33 PM	#33
ChitownX Private Drives: 11 CB X3 35i MS; 07 BS M Coupé Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Chicago Posts: 67 iTrader: (0)	Just picked my Carbon Black 35i M Sport. Here are the options on my X3 and a couple of early pictures. I'll post more pics and some observations soon. 2011 BMW X3 3.5i M Sport Package Carbon Black, Black Nevada Leather and Fineline Wave Wood Trim Cold Weather Package Convenience Package Dynamic Handling Package Premium Package Technology Package Head-up Display BMW Apps w/ Smartphone Integration Premium hi-fi system Automatic high beams M Double Spoke 310 Light Alloy 20" Wheels and Pirelli Pzero RFT Tires 245/40 & 275/35 (summer) 369 Light Alloy 19" Wheels and Pirelli Sottozero Serie II Winter RFT Tires 245/45 (winter) Attached Images Last edited by ChitownX; 05-11-2011 at 07:42 PM.

05-11-2011, 08:01 PM	#34
LEDZEP Lieutenant General Drives: 2009 E70 & 2011 F25 Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Area 51 Posts: 12,277 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 X3 35i M Sport [3.93] 2009 X5 M Sport [0.00] 2007 328xi E90 [0.00] 2006 325xiT E91 [0.00]	WOW! Nice!!!! I didn't like those wheels at all on the Alpine White M Sport, but they look amazing on the Carbon Black. Beautiful!! __________________ I think it is bad luck to be superstitious

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05-10-2011, 02:26 PM	#25
acey81 Private First Class Drives: F25 on order Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Stockholm, Sweden Posts: 184 iTrader: (0)	Really nice! What's the width of the rear tyres with the M-sport pack? Same as the front?

05-10-2011, 03:49 PM	#27
PIEZON Private First Class Drives: X3 35i M Sport Carbon Black Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: NJ Posts: 144 iTrader: (0)	OK here is the tuff question LedZep... if you had to decide on one, which one would you take X5 or x3?!

05-10-2011, 07:50 PM	#30
Want the thrill Major Drives: X3 35i Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: MI Posts: 1,034 iTrader: (1) Garage List 2011 X3 35i [4.00]	Great photos! Love seeing it! BEAUTIFUL!!

05-11-2011, 10:09 PM	#36
carlili4190 Private First Class Drives: 07 Nissan 350Z, 11 BMW X3 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Lincoln Park Posts: 196 iTrader: (0)	Is that laurel BMW?

05-12-2011, 08:21 AM	#43
PIEZON Private First Class Drives: X3 35i M Sport Carbon Black Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: NJ Posts: 144 iTrader: (0)	ChitownX looks awesome! This is exactly what I want to get! Just not set on trim. Consider alum or wood. Looking forward to more pics! Best wishes with it! Enjoy! Thanks for sharing!