All four tyres replaced with OE Continentals in the last year
MOT valid until June 2025
The Appeal
First introduced in 1999, the X5 was BMW's first SUV - though they preferred to call it an SAV (Sports Activity Vehicle) because of its distinctly agile handling compared to most crossovers on the market. The second generation of these, the E70, has become a future classic in its own right - especially when the higher performance examples come into play.
This particular 2010 XDrive50i M Sport, with its 4,395 cc engine and automatic transmission, offers a blend of performance and comfort that is hard to match to this day, and we're sure it'll pick up a lot of interest.
This vehicle has been meticulously maintained, with a full service history from main dealers, and only 66,500 miles on the clock. The car has been garaged for two of the four years under the current ownership, and it's only recently passed its MOT. Ready and waiting to go!
History and Paperwork
Built in 2010 for the 2011 model year
Two previous owners
Purchased in February 2020
Believed to have always been London-based
Garaged privately for 2 out of the 4 years of ownership
Main dealer serviced since purchase
Standard service carried out by Sytner BMW in February 2024
Onboard computer suggests that the service history is up to date
MOT valid until June 2025
Only 66,500 miles covered
The Condition
Attractively styled and kept in good overall condition
Paintwork has some light scuffs and marks
Rear bumper carries a small paint bubble and has likely been resprayed in the past
There are a couple of parking door dings
Overall condition presents well for the age
All four wheels were repaired when the car was purchased; the treatment is beginning to show signs of wear
All four tyres have been replaced in the last year and are OE Continentals
Some corrosion to the subframe, as highlighted in the latest MOT - but this is far from serious
The cabin is nicely kept
All leather is intact with no rips or tears
Slight wear to the armrest on the passenger side
Some scratches on the aluminium inlays (present at purchase)
No upgrades or non-standard add-ons
The Mechanics
4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 Powerplant
Automatic transmission with 6 gears
Air springs at the rear were replaced in 2023 (no more sagging when parked)
Alternator was replaced in 2024
The 50i is quite rare; the V8 engine makes it powerful (402 HP), sonorous, and effortless
Bought for travelling in Europe - the vendor notes it has handled long distances well
High capacity in both engine cc and internal space - ideal for grand touring
The vendor notes it as a 'sleeping giant'; performs well at low revs but becomes powerful when needed
MOT advised that both suspension arm ball joints has slight 'play' at the front
Transfer box seal replacement in 2021
However we have no reports of any mechanical issues
We understand the car is running exactly as it should
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