Overview of the 2011 BMW 550i xDrive
Meet the 2011 BMW 550i xDrive, a Canadian-market beauty that made its way to the US shores in December 2022. Under its current ownership, its heart—a twin-turbocharged 4.4-liter V8—got a facelift with a remanufactured long block. But that’s not all. It’s had a bit of pampering too, with ARM intakes, a new timing belt, starter, radiator, high-pressure fuel pumps, spark plugs, and a host of fresh gaskets. Clad in Black Sapphire Metallic with a rich black leather interior, this sleek machine boasts an eight-speed automatic transmission, an xDrive all-wheel-drive system, and a bunch of posh features like adaptive xenon headlights and Park Distance Control. It’s cruising around with 76k miles and is looking for a new owner—offered at no reserve with its service stories, clean reports, and a Washington title in its name.
Exterior Features
The car flaunts a Black Sapphire Metallic exterior (code 475) with stylish high gloss Shadowline trim. And let’s not forget those added black-finished kidney grille surrounds. Lighting things up are adaptive xenon headlights and fog lights, while a glass sunroof and polished exhaust outlets add to its charm. Although, there are some small imperfections—like blemishes below the left headlight and rear bumper along with a peeling tint on the front-door windows. But don’t worry, the right headlight components got a refresh under the current owner’s watch.
Wheels and Tires
Rollin’ on 19″ Style 332 alloy wheels, which, let’s be honest, have seen a few curb sides. These wheels pair up with Kumho tires, a new addition as of April 2023. This BMW brings safety into the mix with Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) and Dynamic Traction Control (DTC). Solid stopping power is courtesy of ventilated discs at each corner.
Interior Amenities
Step inside and you’re greeted by cozy heated and ventilated multi-contour front seats and equally toasty heated rear seats—draped in black leather, of course. The cabin spoils you with a CD stereo, a head-up display, a surround-view camera, Lane Departure Warning, power rear window sunshades, and four-zone automatic climate control. All while the iDrive navigation takes you wherever your heart desires. A couple of quirks like a slow front-seat cupholder lid and an inoperative front-left keyless lock function are worth mentioning. And fresh air is no issue, thanks to a new air-conditioning condenser fitted in November 2023.
Instrument Cluster and Performance
The journey to the US brought along a new instrument cluster. It’s got a 160-mph speedometer and a Fahrenheit coolant-temperature gauge. The digital odometer reads 76k miles, with about 13k of those piled on during the current ownership.
Engine and Mechanical Updates
The twin-turbocharged 4.4-liter V8 saw some action between September and October 2023. It’s now sitting pretty with a remanufactured long block and shiny new components, including a starter, timing belt, radiator, high-pressure fuel pumps, spark plugs, and quite a few gaskets and hoses. For those of you who thrive on details, there’s an invoice in the gallery. And a nod to ARM Motorsports for the intakes jazzing things up.
Transmission and Drivetrain
The car sends its power to all four wheels, boasting an eight-speed automatic transmission and the xDrive all-wheel-drive system. In October 2023, the transmission fluid was changed, keeping things running smoothly.
Condition Report
Taking a peek at the Carfax report, it’s all clear skies. No accidents or damage to tarnish its glossy reputation. This ride might just be the clean slate you’ve been searching for.