mtmnet

Anyone want to trade their 2003 E Series for a 2003 BMW X5 for a weekend?

I'm thinking about buying an E320 and want to drive one for a day or two.

Thanks,
Mike
San Diego, CA (Encinitas)

tbone

have you tried asking the dealer if they are willing to let you borrow a car for a day or two? I've read in a article that other (non-Mercedes) dealers will soon allow customers to do that.

mtmnet

That is a good idea. I will contact a dealer this weekend.

Thanks,
Mike

tbone

you're welcome! If I lived closer to you, I would be willing to trade for a weekend. I am looking into the X5 myself. How do you like it? I have heard of reliablity issues with it. True? Do you know when it's due for a redesign?

mtmnet

The X5 is an excellent SUV. Best looking one on the market in my opinion. I made the mistake of getting the Sport Package, which has a stiffer ride, which I don't like when driving on the freeway. Too bouncy of my tastes. On smooth blacktop roads it is fantastic.

Reliability has been fine. The 2004 model will have a minor facelift change and a new 4.5 Valvetronic V8. More horse, and better gas milege.