Picking up my 2.5-ton driving machine on Friday

[chrgosselin]

After a 2-month wait, I finally got THE call from the dealer today. I will be picking up my X5 on Friday! Here are the specs (Canadian options):

2011 BMW X5 xDrive50i
Black Sapphire Metallic
Black Nevada Leather
Dark Bamboo Trim
Audiophile Sound Package
Executive Package
M Sport Package
BMW M 20" Double Spoke Alloy Wheels - Style 333M (for summer)
BMW M 19" V Spoke Alloy Wheels - Style 298M (for winter)

I will post the customary pics this weekend. I can't wait to finally drive that beast!

[Speedlogix]

Awesome, can't wait to see pics! Congrats.

[J.Belknap]

Congrats! In for pics.

[chrgosselin]

Crap!!! Just got a call from the dealer: they found that the engine is slightly leaking oil during quality assurance so they can't deliver it to me today. Should I worry or that happens regularly with new X5?

[The Big Easy]

Welcome to the board! You'll enjoy it here. Oil-no we are not used to seeing leaks.

Cheers,

[chrgosselin]

After discussing the problem with BMW Canada, they came to the conclusion that they should install a whole new engine. To be honest, I don't feel comfortable with that since it's a brand new vehicle. I'm worried this rather major operation could cause other problems. Should I ask the dealer for an entirely new vehicle? Should I ask them to provide some sort of extended warranty free of charge? What would you do? Your thoughts are greatly appreciated.

[AzNMpower32]

I wouldn't worry too much about it, since the install/labour would be covered under the new car warranty. If problems begin to arise, there's always the lemon laws, although slightly weaker in Canada.

[blue dragon]

I wouldn't want an engine replacement on a brand new vehicle

[JasonG]

Screw that, i'd order a new car....the factory put's hundreds/thousands of engines in on the new car line...the local mechanic 1 per year?

[Richard in NC]

I agree, don't accept an engine replacement before you even take delivery. Order a new one.