I think that I have decided to join the ranks of the X5 owners...(and get rid of my MDX!!). I want a 3.0, Topaz Blue/Sand Beige, Premium Package, Climate Package, and Activity Package, Xenon lights, Automatic trans, CD/Radio, Light Poplar wood. Is $45K a good price, or have you guys/gals done better. WOW !! $45K is a great price, I have shopped the Atlanta and Birmingham area for the same vehicle and can't get that low with all those features. I have ordered the 2001 X5 3.0i in Pearl Beige Met/Sand leather/Lght wood/ Automatic/Premium Pkg/Activity Pkg/CD for $44K. It's hard to wait til September for delivery. I was also very impressed with the MDX. Test drove both several times before deciding on the BMW. Go for it!!