Year/Make/Model: 2016 BMW X5 M

Exterior: Sapphire Black Metallic

Interior: Mugello Red Full Merino Leather

Odometer at Intake: Low-mileage example (exact figures protected for client privacy)

Condition on Arrival: Non-running, stored outdoors 2+ years, suspension fully dropped, tow-required

Initial Assessment Towed to our facility after sitting immobile. Battery dead, no crank, suspension at lowest position.

Full mechanical inspection revealed: Drivetrain & engine bay surprisingly healthy – no rodent damage, no major corrosion on undercarriage

All fluids degraded but no sludge buildup

Brake rotors heavily rusted, pads below 20% life

Air suspension leaking at all four corners, compressor seized

Mechanical Reconditioning

Full Fluid Service Engine oil + filter (BMW LL-01)

Transmission service (ZF 8HP, full flush + filter)

Transfer case fluid Front/rear differential fluids

Coolant flush Power steering fluid Brake fluid flush (DOT 4)

Braking System New OEM rotors (front/rear)

New performance pads (Textar)

Calipers cleaned/lubricated

Air Suspension Overhaul

All four air springs replaced (OEM Arnott)

New compressor System recalibrated

Battery & Charging New Genuine BMW AGM battery (90Ah) Alternator output verified

Exterior Restoration The car was covered in moss, mold, and tree sap from prolonged outdoor storage.

Stage 1: Full decontamination wash (iron remover, tar removal, clay bar)

Stage 2: Multi-stage paint correction (heavy cut + finesse polish) – removed 95% of surface etching

Stage 3: Gtechniq Crystal Serum Ultra ceramic coating (9H, 7-year warranty)

Interior Refresh The Mugello Red leather and overall interior remained pristine and supple in storage.

Full steam clean + extraction (carpets, headliner, seats) Leather cleaned/conditioned (Colourlock)

Ozone treatment (48hrs) to eliminate any residual mold spores

Carbon fiber trim polished

Tires & Wheels Original tires expired (2016 date code) + weather-cracked. Replaced with Michelin Pilot Super Sport (shop favorite)

Front: 295/35R21

Rear: 325/30R21 TPMS sensors reused, wheels balanced with road force Final Delivery Full diagnostic health check (no codes) Suspension height recalibrated Alignment performed Test drive: 50+ miles – runs like 2016 again

Client Handover Black-on-Red X5 M now fully serviced, fully detailed, new brakes/tires/suspension. The ultimate sleeper SUV, ready to devour highways.