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Aluminum Tetragon trim in US
Looking to place an order for an X5 40i with the MSport package and want the Tetragon trim. I see it is 4KK on the US ordering guide that was posted here a while back, but don't see it on the on-line configurator. Has anyone been able to order the Aluminum Tetragon on an MSport X5 in the US? thanks,
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10-08-2018, 01:25 PM | #5 |
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I took the aluminum trim options off my table the moment my CA walked me over to an X5 that had just come off lease to show me what had happened to the aluminum trim. It was scarred with irreparable scratches; replacement is the only fix.
FWIW, I'm pairing my black interior with 4KT Anthracite-Brown Poplar Matte Finish Wood Trim. It's featured in this Autogefuhl review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_c...&v=rTZsiq2nWxA
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Our 2013 X3 had the brushed aluminum and in 3 years we didn't put a single scratch in it either. My '16 X5 has the aluminum hexagon trim and my wife did manage to put a few scratches in it because she was dragging her purses (that had metal feet on them) across the center console panel. She is no longer allowed to drag her purse across the center console My '17 340i has brushed aluminum (are you sensing a trend here) and I'll see if I can make it 3 years on this one without a single scratch as well. The plain brushed aluminum does seem to be a bit more scratch resistant than the textured aluminums like the hexagon/tetragons/etc Bottom line, if you are someone who is careful, you shouldn't have to worry about scratches. |
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"Anthracite" is a black-ish color. Never having seen 4KT in the flesh, I'm hoping in real life that it is a black/true-brown color that will pair well with my black leather interior and dash. As I contributed previously, I'm striving to hit an "authentic and sophisticated" vibe with this combo. My exterior is Mineral White.
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Net of all the comments seems to be: if you like that look and if you are willing to be careful with it, it's a terrific option. But if you're not the careful/mindful type, perhaps you should be prepared for damage. Just trying to spare unsuspecting buyers of possible disappointment. No different than those who've owned piano black know.
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Hi-Jacking to not start another thread - has anyone seen or have good pics of the "Individual Fine-wood Trim Ash Grain Silver Grey High-gloss?" Thx
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The relevance is historical precedent. Those of us who have owned these trims are giving you evidence of our experience with said materials. In some cases (like mine) we have had numerous experiences with the durability of said material. Yes, it is possible that this new one is some awesome amalgam/alloy of titanium/ceramic/aluminum/unobtainium/adamantium that is nearly impossible to scratch, but actual experience leads us to believe otherwise. Plus BMW would most likely be marketing the heck out of "unscratchable aluminum tetragon trim" if it were the case. We are presenting experience-based opinions, which wise people listen to instead of immediately trying to discount.
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