Interesting......... It seems there's unlikely to be a strict financial benefit. However, there's certainly some mileage in the idea that it provides peace of mind. Food for thought.

Anyone got any experience of tracker? I've got it fitted but not activated. Not something I know much about other than it seems likely to be one of the few things that will increase your chances of seeing your car again if it's stolen. Do insurance companies offer discounts in real terms, I.e. given...

Turns out the hardest thing was working out how to upload a photo! http://i1100.photobucket.com/albums/g416/Oliver1516/ca8aafac.jpg Fingers crossed that works It's a 2004 3.0D Sport auto with 80k and a full BMW s/h. Dark metallic grey with privacy glass, black interior with silver inserts. All the u...

Hi all Bizarrely enough, the day before the auction I spotted an autotrader ad that was either new or I'd just missed (was going a bit X5 blind by that stage). Turned out to be a very good spec well looked after motor. Having seen what the smaller dealers (politely phrased) where asking for effectiv...

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Thanks for your reply, I think you're completely right. By cutting back on luxuries like food and heating I reckon I can be flexible on the price by 2-3k.

Off to an auction this week, not entirely convinced but think it's worth a look.

Hi I'm new to the forum so hi to everyone here. Having recently test driven a few diesel X5's I'm now smitten - a very impressive vehicle. I was worried about it feeling a bit truck like but I was pleasantly surprised to find it was quite the opposite. A very pleasing engine and smooth gearbox have ...