BMW X5 G05 new transmission Crystal Handle

idgam · 09-20-2018, 06:40 AM

Nice short video showing new trim and Crystal Gear Selector

usmabmass · 09-20-2018, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by CINISI

Not a fan of this option at all and it's a blatant copy of Volvo.

You must be pissed about cars being made with metal switches too - blatant ripoffs of other cars that had metal switches!

ScottMZ3 · 09-20-2018, 12:06 PM

I think the crystal gear shift, iDrive controller, volume dial, and start button look awesome (and so does my wife who will be driving the X5)! The automotive industry is all about trends. One company is always going to do something "first" and others will follow if customers are receptive to it. BMW took the crystal application further than Volvo did too...and I think they look better than Volvo's use.

woodrowx5 · 09-20-2018, 01:23 PM

I've managed to see the "crystal" gear shift lever many many times in these posts, but aside from the middle portion having a clear geometric and angular look, how does it differ from the standard one? Does this picture look like the standard shift lever? The clear middle portion appears smooth here, but not sure?

ScottMZ3 · 09-20-2018, 02:18 PM

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Originally Posted by woodrowx5

I've managed to see the "crystal" gear shift lever many many times in these posts, but aside from the middle portion having a clear geometric and angular look, how does it differ from the standard one? Does this picture look like the standard shift lever? The clear middle portion appears smooth here, but not sure?

Here is a close up. You can see the differences pretty well here. Also there is crystal on the Start Button, iDrive controller and the volume knob. The crystal in the gear lever also lights up with ambient lighting to match the color you have chosen.

woodrowx5 · 09-20-2018, 02:29 PM

Thanks Scott, so the picture I posted is the standard offering?

ScottMZ3 · 09-20-2018, 02:31 PM

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Originally Posted by woodrowx5

Thanks Scott, so the picture I posted is the standard offering?

Yep!

bavaria22 · 09-21-2018, 03:12 AM

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Originally Posted by ScottMZ3

The crystal in the gear lever also lights up with ambient lighting to match the color you have chosen]

Cool, I wasn't aware of that. Wonder if that also works on the standard shift Lever?

Phred · 09-21-2018, 03:23 AM

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Originally Posted by CINISI

Not a fan of this option at all

+1. IMHO ugly, ostentatious, just what one would find in a Mercedes.
Unfortunately BMW appears to be heading this way - witness the only 22"
wheel offerings - flashy, glitter - that shout look at me, look at me.

1230vani · 09-21-2018, 04:33 AM

It looks like the starter button is different also in glass...

TK421BMW · 09-21-2018, 08:02 AM

Seems like a lot of $$ for little difference. Especially on something you really shouldn't be looking at while driving. lol.. I'd do it for $100-200 more but $650 seems ridiculous. Bet I can buy an amazing crystal vase for 1/2 that. They should just add $200 to exec package and include it.

sygazelle · 09-21-2018, 09:38 AM

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Originally Posted by bavaria22

Cool, I wasn't aware of that. Wonder if that also works on the standard shift Lever?

I wonder if the Volvo shift lever lights up.

ScottMZ3 · 09-21-2018, 10:06 AM

Guys, it’s an option. If you don’t like it, don’t get it. That simple. BMW probably thought it wouldn’t be in everyone’s taste, so that is why it’s not bundled with another package like the Executive Package.

The wife and I think it’s great, so we ordered it.

akhter · 09-21-2018, 10:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Phred

Quote:

Originally Posted by CINISI

Not a fan of this option at all

+1. IMHO ugly, ostentatious, just what one would find in a Mercedes.
Unfortunately BMW appears to be heading this way - witness the only 22"
wheel offerings - flashy, glitter - that shout look at me, look at me.

Um there is no other point of a 22in wheel is there?

jasrboyd · 09-21-2018, 11:21 AM

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Originally Posted by ScottMZ3

Guys, it’s an option. If you don’t like it, don’t get it. That simple. BMW probably thought it wouldn’t be in everyone’s taste, so that is why it’s not bundled with another package like the Executive Package.

The wife and I think it’s great, so we ordered it.

I ordered it too. It’s very classy!

MikeElmendorf · 09-21-2018, 01:06 PM

I don't care for it, at all. It seems totally incongruous with the rest of the vehicle. I'm glad it is not standard. To each his own, I guess.

scottjays · 09-21-2018, 03:11 PM

I ordered the optional ceramic for iDrive and other knobs in my 16 F15...i like it alot and also think the glass looks great and really diff. plan on ordering on my next G05

Cougarcruiser · 09-21-2018, 03:26 PM

I ordered the crystal shifter for the wife, and the 22's for me. She also wanted the heated/cooled cup holders.

I'm feeling very entitled and ostentatious. It's going to be awesome.

Phred · 09-21-2018, 07:13 PM

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Originally Posted by ScottMZ3

Guys, it’s an option. [..] BMW probably thought it wouldn’t be in everyone’s taste, so that is why it’s not bundled with another package.

Well bugger!!! I was sure I had no choice when I ordered my M50d - but of course you are correct! I apologize re: the Crystal but not the wheels,,

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Originally Posted by akhter

Um there is no other point of a 22in wheel is there?

Exactly - M50d's in the UK (X5 build your own configurator has gone missing..) and in Australia have no other wheel option - it's 22" period, very sad (no black either btw). I have an M50d December build slot (wanted the cargo option) with delivery probably March. See my post where I asked for help with other possible wheel options:

Switching wheels and tires
((Please read and help!))

Again, my apologies re: Crystal misunderstanding.

akhter · 09-22-2018, 12:40 AM

For what it's worth the m sport 21 wheels are the dopest wheels on any Suv period. At least from the pics

bavaria22 · 09-24-2018, 03:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Cougarcruiser

I ordered the crystal shifter for the wife, and the 22's for me.

ok so you ordered 2 X5s?

Zirenz2006 · 09-24-2018, 10:25 AM

Ugly , looks like something you'd see in a blingy garrish Benz interior.

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