BMW X3

"Of course, my lake house near the skis slope don't suck either!"
 
Yes, no doubt. But then again, my condo and resort club membership smack in the middle of one of the top-ranked ski resorts in North America also serve me nicely!!

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Replying to: juanchypr (Jul 29, 2006 3:07 pm)

BMW could move X3 production to Greer
 
Thank you Juan, I got to the sight this time and it was very interesting. First, I had no idea they were planning on making X5's and 3's in North America, and second and more important, looks like the X3 won't get a model change until 2010, which is quite a ways off.
I bought a fairly standard version because I was a little hesitant and it seemed expensive to me at the time, almost double the cost of a Jeep. If I could do it again I would get a lot more options. I probably would come out ahead because I would want to keep the car for another year or two or more, so I wouldn't take as much of a hit in depreciation and taxes etc.

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Replying to: bodble2 (Jul 29, 2006 10:56 pm)

Hey, As long as you capitalize and highlight that its RIGHT IN THE MIDDLE AND you have a resort club benefits then I take solice in knowing your friday nites are well covered too.
 
Too bad I have to sell the house to cover my drug rehab bill!
 
Reality is, I don't have such a property, Just being sarcastic.
 
Funny, your one line really tells alot about yourself.

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Replying to: bargamon (Jul 31, 2006 7:07 am)

Oh, sarcasm. So that's what it was! You know, pal, there is a fine line between sarcasm, which is effective if used properly, and a witless remark. So I guess your one line said everything about you.

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Replying to: bodble2 (Jul 31, 2006 9:17 am)

So I guess your one line said everything about you.
 
Now I'm wondering what it would say about me if I asked that we all get back on topic?
 
tidester, host

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Replying to: tidester (Jul 31, 2006 9:31 am)

"Now I'm wondering what it would say about me if I asked that we all get back on topic?"
 
It would say that you are a good host, on top of things! Like a good referee, you have the judgement to let enough go to keep the "game" entertaining, but not too much so that a full-scale brawl breaks out. There are other hosts/hostesses on TH that whacks posts at the drop of a pin!

Replying to: bodble2 (Jul 31, 2006 9:17 am)

I'll try to remember that on Friday nites!
 
 

Replying to: wmdavis1 (Jul 31, 2006 6:47 am)

I chose the Saab over the BMW 3 series convertible because the dealer knocked $9,000 off the sticker price making it a bargain and the larger trunk.
 
First, would you do that again? Sometimes it is better to get what you really want. You might keep it longer, be more satisfied, and get a better trade in.
 
As I've read mixed reviews on the X3 (mainly harsh ride, interior below typical Bimmer standards, slightly underpowered for "sport" vehicle, poor gas mileage and reliability),
Harsh ride is not a negative if you like a firm ride...I like it. I don't like that phony floating feeling. The interior could be jazzed up a bit, but it is also timeless, will always be tasteful, it is certainly ergonomically correct, and I don't get tired of it. IMO the power is satisfactory for an SAV especially considering the weight, and the gas mileage is the best I know of for a vehicle with this much power and weight. I haven't had any problems mechanically in about 20,000 miles and hopefully I won't have any. My 1995 and 2000 Jeeps were rated as not that reliable and I didn't have any problems in about 70,000 miles.
 I know this is an X3 lovers website, but surely you can offer an objective,
It would be nice to be able to design a car custom made to your own tastes. Since this isn't possible we choose the best we can...kind of like a mate!!! : . Sure I'd like a little more color and contrast in the interior etc., but it is as close to perfection as I will find. Personally, I like the style of a Volvo, but after our 1995 I vowed never again!
As I'm looking to own the vehicle longer term (say 8 to 10 years), do you think it would be a good idea to purchase a long-term service warranty?
Not my area of expertise but with my wifes Mercedes we didn't have to decide on a warranty until after the original (at that time) 3 years was up. We bought the extended warranty and never used it!!!
Also, does intended long-term ownership make leasing a less attractive option?
If you are pretty sure you will be keeping the car for at least 5 years buy it. Leasing just pays the depreciation and then you will buy it back at a higher price than you would have paid it down to.
See whay others say. I was saying just today, I usually buy practical, but I am so glad I bought the X3, I would be missing out on a wonderful experience

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Replying to: wmdavis1 (Jul 31, 2006 6:47 am)

Maintence after 50K is breathtakingly expensive -- repairs ARE always thus after 50K.
 
The answer is "yes" get the BMW extended service/warranty.
 
My friend has an X5 -- and loves it -- trouble free, thus far. At 54K miles it needed new FRONT brakes -- $900, standard, normal, routine expense. It will be almost this much for the rears a few thousand miles down the pike.
 
He wishes he would've purchased the extended package offered by BMW.
 
These Germans, all Germans in fact, ARE breathtakingly expensive to maintain. God help you financially if something breaks (not that I am suggesting I think something WILL break.)

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