djc2004 0 Report post Posted November 7, 2007 Hi all, I'm David and have recently bought an X5 4.4 after being BM-less for about 20 years. Previous cars were a '78 528i and an '84 323i. (along with 2 WRXes, a gen III calais, a turbo saab 93, and my toy: a '76 260z with a 350 Chev) the X5 is a 2003 model with 45,000kms on the clock and so far so good. I live in Melbourne, having been transplanted by my NZ based employer about 25 years ago. (still a kiwi though) My previous cars made a lasting impression and when my business could afford it I treated myself to a newish beemer. The X5 gets used for business for a large chunk of the time with towing duties (boat) in my spare time. I'm thoroughly enjoying the driving and for a "SUV" it scoots around corners much quicker than it should! the engine note is great - nice and subtle but always there. Recent trips include the yearly pilgrimage to Bathurst and was suprised to see 13l/100km on the way. The sat nav is good but not up to the 'stick on the windscreen' jobbies - I need to get the latest maps as I'm running version 6 and version 13 is now available - any tips on where to get a new disc? Anyway, hi to all - love the site. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jjs 64 Report post Posted November 7, 2007 Welcome You would be impressed with the X5 - a quantum leap over the Commodore and Saab! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
westy 614 Report post Posted November 7, 2007 260z with 350 chev! Badass. Welcome. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andrew 30 Report post Posted November 7, 2007 260z with 350 chev! Badass. Welcome. x 2 Welcome Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
drifty325i 0 Report post Posted November 7, 2007 Welcome mate Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alex 0 Report post Posted November 9, 2007 Hey mate welcome, post up some pics of both cars please !! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Yuen 16 Report post Posted November 10, 2007 Welcome - and yes we are awaiting pics! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
