Tarmac@TarmacSportz Posted September 12, 2011 Share Posted September 12, 2011 Has anyone on here had or know anyone with experience with them ? I know they are a tad thirsty, although similar mpg to the 3.0i from what i've read , and servicing (well its a beamer). I need something to tide me over till next summer and my original plans have altered slightly or shall we say been postponed.. Plus I need to cross a true 4x4 and a V8 off the list. Like I say its not a very long term option but I need something practical in terms of size for a little while. http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/ ... ?logcode=p Any thought ??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coldel Posted September 12, 2011 Share Posted September 12, 2011 A mate of mine had a 350z and moved to exactly one of these when he had his first nipper, he cannot stand the thing...in fact he may well have already sold it on last time I saw him at football he was in a 3 series. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stew Posted September 12, 2011 Share Posted September 12, 2011 True 4x4 and a V8? Buy a Range Rover mate. But don't cry when the air suspension needs done....... They are capable and comfortable however I feel that the first gen X5 is really looking it's age now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BulletMagnet Posted September 12, 2011 Share Posted September 12, 2011 The words "X5" and "true 4x4" should not be in the same sentence, right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R35LEE Posted September 12, 2011 Share Posted September 12, 2011 We have done loads of auto boxes in these. The engine is strong but they do use alot of fuel All heavy 4x4's get some suspension problems over time so get it on a lift before you buy it. Arrange an inspection at a garage local to the seller and I am sure he or she will be ok with it. For the money mate it looks ok Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zugara Posted September 12, 2011 Share Posted September 12, 2011 Inside out Hedgehog IMO..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
srobrien Posted September 12, 2011 Share Posted September 12, 2011 Crap in the snow..pointless 4x4, look cool though. R Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vik54 Posted September 12, 2011 Share Posted September 12, 2011 Has your zed gone now then Chris? X5 is surely John can source a nice Landy for you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarmac@TarmacSportz Posted September 12, 2011 Author Share Posted September 12, 2011 It's got to be better than my zed was in the snow last year When I say true 4x4 I meant other than my old Impreza, I won't be going up mountains or owt so not fussed about it's off road capabilities that much. I think they look awesome tbh marmite is nice too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bounty78 Posted September 12, 2011 Share Posted September 12, 2011 What about a Range Rover Evoque Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stew Posted September 12, 2011 Share Posted September 12, 2011 What about a Range Rover Evoque If yo can get an evoque for 7k I'll take them all. The X5 is alright in the snow as long as you put on decent tyres. They come with total road biased tyres which are rubbish. If you like them then it's a good buy but a 3.0D is a better prospect as I think the 4.4 V8 will just be more difficult to sell as time goes on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarmac@TarmacSportz Posted September 12, 2011 Author Share Posted September 12, 2011 What about a Range Rover Evoque The cheapest is around 40k, If I had that I would buy a GTR Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TADDY Posted September 12, 2011 Share Posted September 12, 2011 What about a Range Rover Evoque saw one of these last nite looks awesome!!!! X5's are cool though and going for silly money now if you dont mind the 4.2 V8. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stew Posted September 12, 2011 Share Posted September 12, 2011 If you see any 4x4s up my way that you want looked at bud let me know Chris. There are quite a lot of 4x4 garages up this neck of the woods. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ebized Posted September 12, 2011 Share Posted September 12, 2011 There are quite a lot of 4x4 garages up this neck of the woods. There's quite a lot serving the Chelsea area too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarmac@TarmacSportz Posted September 12, 2011 Author Share Posted September 12, 2011 Cheers Stew buddy. The one listed is sold but the guy who bought it is struggling to get finance so the dealer is going to ring me tomorrow if it doesn't go through. It would have to be the V8, I can't be doing with shandy versions of vehicles Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R35LEE Posted September 12, 2011 Share Posted September 12, 2011 As Stew said if it has decent tyres it will be fine in the snow mate. We look after loads of them A customer with a top of the range TDV8 RR Sportis going back to an X5 to save some cash so they can't be all bad At around £7k your not going to lose too mush when you sell it too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nzr350z Posted September 12, 2011 Share Posted September 12, 2011 My next door neighbour recently sold his 4.6iS X5,didnt reckon much to his 15mpg average,bought a Chrysler 300c! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chesterfield Posted September 12, 2011 Share Posted September 12, 2011 There are quite a lot of 4x4 garages up this neck of the woods. There's quite a lot serving the Chelsea area too That wouldnt surprise me. Im looking at getting a set of extra wheels so I can have winter tyres fitted on them, and there are loads of sets of wheels available on ebay for the right money. Most however are buyer collect, from Cheshire. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarmac@TarmacSportz Posted September 12, 2011 Author Share Posted September 12, 2011 As Stew said if it has decent tyres it will be fine in the snow mate. We look after loads of them A customer with a top of the range TDV8 RR Sportis going back to an X5 to save some cash so they can't be all bad At around £7k your not going to lose too mush when you sell it too Cheers for the info Lee buddy, much appreciated.. I have only done 18000 miles in just over 3 years in my Zed so MPG is really not something I worry about. It's not something I will be keeping long term anyway so I don't think it will depreciate rapidly. I just need something spacious for a wee while. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AK350Z Posted September 12, 2011 Share Posted September 12, 2011 It's got to be better than my zed was in the snow last year When I say true 4x4 I meant other than my old Impreza, I won't be going up mountains or owt so not fussed about it's off road capabilities that much. I think they look awesome tbh marmite is nice too 80% down to tyres and a modicum of driving style. Why do you want to lug all that weight around anyway, plenty of more practical machinery around. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ekona Posted September 12, 2011 Share Posted September 12, 2011 What's wrong with you lot??!! The man is asking for reasons to buy a stinking great V8 and you're telling him to buy a diesel?! Hand your Man Cards in on your way out, tut tut. Do it. X5s are comfy, full of toys and have a monster engine in the V8. If you like the look then there's no reason not to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southernspeed Posted September 12, 2011 Share Posted September 12, 2011 I know 2 people who bought early 2000 and something X5s and they've been a money pit nightmare. They are now both in so deep they may as well burn them. Plus, even with winter tyres on they are crap in the snow as the tyres are so bloody wide. Range rovers/discos rot. Land rovers are way over priced. If you must have a '4x4' I'd suggest a landcruiser colorado maybe? Boring but reliable and don't rot. I'm looking for a winter hack and am considering a quattro having given up on expensive land rovers. Just my opinion Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarmac@TarmacSportz Posted September 12, 2011 Author Share Posted September 12, 2011 We are talking about a 7k vehicle though. I can see people losing out when spendind 30,40,50k but we are talking about a 7k vehicle that will do about 6k miles a year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bounty78 Posted September 12, 2011 Share Posted September 12, 2011 7K is worth a punt If you are worried about it being a money pit, why don't get some BMW extended warranty for peace of mind Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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