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      11-12-2017, 04:54 PM   #23
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Any one got any photos of the new x3 from these launch events?
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Any one got any photos of the new x3 from these launch events?
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You would sure know that’s a BMW! They really need some new blood in the design department and that is before I have seen the inside which will be identical to the range.

Not just BMW who have got lazy in design but they really seem to keep repeating it.
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The X3 M40i looks a serious motor. 360HP and sounds very good indeed. Goes head to head with the Audi SQ5.
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      11-16-2017, 01:26 PM   #27
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Here's one
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Looks good in blue..love wheels.
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      11-16-2017, 02:32 PM   #28
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Have you seen the X4 and how that is coming along.

Seriously this 2nd generation I think it's quite a looker, almost Macan esque in a BMW design way.

The white M40d for example Terry, looks sweet! March 2018 production.

Redesigned 2018 BMW X4 Revealed in Many Colors http://x3.xbimmers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1416836

I've also looked over the specs over the X3 and it seems 'light' do take that with a pinch of salt of course. Some models looking 1780kg region which is X drive 3 series weights. Impressive for the size of the X3/4.
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That X4 looks a damn site better than the original.
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Have you seen the X4 and how that is coming along.

Seriously this 2nd generation I think it's quite a looker, almost Macan esque in a BMW design way.

The white M40d for example Terry, looks sweet! March 2018 production.

Redesigned 2018 BMW X4 Revealed in Many Colors http://x3.xbimmers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1416836

I've also looked over the specs over the X3 and it seems 'light' do take that with a pinch of salt of course. Some models looking 1780kg region which is X drive 3 series weights. Impressive for the size of the X3/4.
Certainly looks better than the first X4. We drove this GLC43 coupe last week, which is the main competitor. We liked it but preferred the proper SUV version.
The Macan walks the perfect line for us between looking good and sporty, but still having a decent practical load space.
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Have you seen the X4 and how that is coming along.

Seriously this 2nd generation I think it's quite a looker, almost Macan esque in a BMW design way.

The white M40d for example Terry, looks sweet! March 2018 production.

Redesigned 2018 BMW X4 Revealed in Many Colors http://x3.xbimmers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1416836

I've also looked over the specs over the X3 and it seems 'light' do take that with a pinch of salt of course. Some models looking 1780kg region which is X drive 3 series weights. Impressive for the size of the X3/4.
Great.....another car to add to my list of possible replacements.

This is crazy, my list currently is:

530d
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Porsche Macan S Diesel

All very different cars.....The Audi RS4 Avant has suddenly crept up as its €79K here where the S4 Avant is @72K. A 7K premium to go with the RS4 seems a decent ask.
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Have you seen the X4 and how that is coming along.

Seriously this 2nd generation I think it's quite a looker, almost Macan esque in a BMW design way.

The white M40d for example Terry, looks sweet! March 2018 production.

Redesigned 2018 BMW X4 Revealed in Many Colors http://x3.xbimmers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1416836

I've also looked over the specs over the X3 and it seems 'light' do take that with a pinch of salt of course. Some models looking 1780kg region which is X drive 3 series weights. Impressive for the size of the X3/4.
Great.....another car to add to my list of possible replacements.

This is crazy, my list currently is:

530d
X3 M40i
X5
X4
Audi SQ5
Audi Q7
Audi RS3 Saloon
Audi RS4 Avant
Audi S4
Audi S5
Porsche 718 Cayman
Porsche Macan S Diesel

All very different cars.....The Audi RS4 Avant has suddenly crept up as its 79K here where the S4 Avant is @72K. A 7K premium to go with the RS4 seems a decent ask.
Nice list! Going to be fun checking all those out over the next months.

I might be leaning towards an X4 M40i in the future.

Have a quick look over in the X4 forum. Someone posted a magazine review of that v Macan vs Merc vs F Pace vs Velar.

I couldn't believe the difference in velar vs f pace considering same engine and chassi
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Great.....another car to add to my list of possible replacements.

This is crazy, my list currently is:

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X5
X4
Audi SQ5
Audi Q7
Audi RS3 Saloon
Audi RS4 Avant
Audi S4
Audi S5
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Porsche Macan S Diesel

All very different cars.....The Audi RS4 Avant has suddenly crept up as its €79K here where the S4 Avant is @72K. A 7K premium to go with the RS4 seems a decent ask.
No Macan GTS?!
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The only thing that would put me off a 4wd GLc is the notorious crabbing/ skipping issue at full lock.

http://forums.mbclub.co.uk/threads/m...g-lock.217935/

Was thinking of one last year but ended up with a BMW
A colleague of mine has just had 4 new tyres from MB due to this issue

Whether it solves it is another matter......
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      11-17-2017, 06:20 AM   #35
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The X3 M40i looks a serious motor. 360HP and sounds very good indeed. Goes head to head with the Audi SQ5.
Just seen that the X3 40i is now on the BMW website.

On paper, it looks stunning! Bet there are no discounts to be had on it at all!
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Just seen that the X3 40i is now on the BMW website.

On paper, it looks stunning! Bet there are no discounts to be had on it at all!
Give it time. Brokers already at 8% apparently. (which isn't amazing but this is launch month).
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Give it time. Brokers already at 8% apparently. (which isn't amazing but this is launch month).
That’s still pretty good...for what looks like a good all round car!
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Give it time. Brokers already at 8% apparently. (which isn't amazing but this is launch month).
That’s still pretty good...for what looks like a good all round car!
I think they smashed it out of the park on this one.
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I've just asked for a quote so I'll keep you updated
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Brace yourself. Local had a 30d Msport in fully loaded. Figures without Price Support and lower APR is eye watering. Pretty much a loaded MSport but

£7k down and £689 pcm


Hmmmmm so more than a 7 series or an X5 M50d then. Nope.
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I’ve been quoted £748 pm for a X3 40i. Heading to garage this afternoon. Not sure what deposit is???
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I’ve been quoted £748 pm for a X3 40i. Heading to garage this afternoon. Not sure what deposit is???
Long story short. Was at dealer. Salesman wasn't working today.

But there was a M event on - so ever M car under the sun there. Got a test drive in M3 and saw the new X3 - sadly, not the M0i.

M3 is a great car - but not what I need. So heart now set on X3 M40i - getting quotes and will take it from there. Was told they were not available until March 2018 - but current PCP expires in June, so will keep it until nearer the end. As long as the figures are ok - best discount so far is £3.8k - I will take the gamble and order it without driving the car. Will just have to watch the video above a few more times.......

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Looking at £53k list price M40i.

Dealer contribution of £2.5k, £4K deposit, 5.9% APR = £626 per month.

Not great....but not too bad either!!

Waiting for other figures and will probably take a huge gamble and order!
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