12-06-2010, 02:52 PM | #1 |
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Space Grey X3 2.0D with 20" Alloys
folks, some pictures of space grey x3 with 20" alloys option fitted by dealer. Test drove last week in scotland. Was surprised by the performance in the snow given the tyre size - was better than i thought although would still be better with winters.
I have ordered the same colour but with the 19" twin spoke, style 309 and without the chrome x-line package. Really liked the 20" 5 spoke alloys on the car and have asked the dealer for a quote to fit to mine Anyone got any pictures of space grey with the 19" style 309 twin spoke alloys so I can compare to help me make a decision ?? Have been told that delivery shall be by end December |
12-06-2010, 03:10 PM | #2 |
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12-06-2010, 03:49 PM | #3 |
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[QUOTE=sfax;8449689]Is this for someone else's cancellation? I'll be amazed (and jealous!) if they can get it by the end of December.
No, not a cancellation. I placed a deposit in July when details first cam out. Spec confirmed in August and sent to factory. Dealer told me that it was in the system and build complete in mid November and has been showing as "in transit" since then. They said that they normally take 4 - 6 wks to arrive from US so delivery in december still looking ok. Time will tell though......! whats the votes for the alloys then - the 20" ones on this demonstrator or stick with the 19" 309s ?? |
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12-06-2010, 04:16 PM | #4 |
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Save your money and stick with the 309s!
July!!!!! - Early bird catches the worn and all that!! Looks like you had fun in the snow, was it manual or 8 speed? What are you driving now? And how did you find the 2.0D in comparison?
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It was the manual. Drove really well.
Currently drive a 2.0tdi A3 sportback and couldn't believe how quiet and refined the x3 was although the engine seems noisier than the audi from the outside. Plenty of power. Had it on the dual carriageway aswell pulling away in sixth ok. Overall the test drive confirmed I'd made the right choice (until I seen the 20" alloys ! ) |
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I'm torn on the alloys but I think 20" might be a step too far on the swapping style for comfort stakes so I would stick with the 309s. If you like them on the mineral silver, I think they'll look equally good on the space grey. Would be interested to hear how much more they will set you back. The 309s are + £800 on the dynamic package. They don't give much away. |
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My delivery status is 0777 or something similar (I think this means 'at the back of the que') The soundproofing in the BMW does a good job of keeping out those agricultral diesel tones.
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I want to go with the 19" 309s but a little concerned how that will affect the ride. Test drive demonstrator had std 17" wheels. Space Grey in this thread looks good, so does the Deep Sea Blue in the snow. The BMW configurator does neither colour justice. Current preference though is Black Sapphire.
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12-07-2010, 01:08 PM | #11 |
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Not long to go! You should have fun in the snow!!!!
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Just in time for Christmas. Hope you enjoy it
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