2005 BMW X3 with the Premium Package. Call for details.

Huge Price Reduction To $22,970.00!

2005 is the second year that this smaller version of the X5 is on the market. The 2005 X3 gets upgraded interior materials and finishes, including new aluminum doorsill trim. Audio systems are now MP3-compatible. Externally, the "cut line" from the front wheel wells to the doors have been eliminated. It gets new chrome-plated vertical grille slats and a standard dual-panel Panorama moonroof. 

BMW's xDrive "intelligent" all-wheel drive permits fully variable distribution of torque from front to rear. Up to 100 percent of engine torque can go to either axle, as needed. Dynamic Stability Control helps stabilize the vehicle in difficult situations. Hill Descent Control helps even if the ground is loose or slippery.

The X3's styling is similar to that of the X5, but on a slightly smaller scale; the X3 weighs 600 pounds less. Design cues include a new interpretation of the Hofmeister kink — a bend behind the rear side windows that distinguishes BMWs — and a distinct version of the automaker's twin kidney grille. BMW says the X3's short overhangs, short wheelbase, flared wheel arches and sloping roofline accent its dynamic character. 

BMW promotes the "youthful, sporty ambience" of the five-passenger cockpit, which features familiar analog gauges. A 3.0-liter inline-six generates 225 hp in the X3 3.0i. operating with a five-speed Steptronic automatic transmission.

Side-impact airbags are standard for front occupants and optional for rear passengers. Curtain-type bags, which BMW calls its Head Protection System, protect occupants in the front and rear. Dynamic Stability Control includes traction control with engine and brake intervention. Smoothness is the X3's top attribute.

Beyond its all-wheel-drive talents, the X3 is simply enjoyable to drive, performing with grace and ease in nearly every way. Even if its offroad capabilities are modest, the X3 outperforms typical SUVs.

Automatic-transmission operation could hardly be better. It downshifts so masterfully on long upgrades that you don't feel gear changes at all. Even on a gravel washboard road, the X3 rides well. On smoother terrain, the ride becomes nearly blissful.  

The seats are amply cushioned and supportive in the roomy interior.  All in all, during this time of high gas prices this might be a very good solution for those who need all wheel drive and yet appreciate decent mileage.

Nice cockpit area with convenient controls on steering wheel.

Our stock # 12744 is sale priced at $22,970.00.  We welcome trades and can arrange shipping anywhere.  Call Ames, Peter or Harry toll free at 866.689.1973 today.