Paradise in Bloomington and Cloud Nine in Eden Prairie are the only places that have washed the 550i and the X5 and both have taken pretty good care of them. No issues with the shifter.

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2012 X5 35D-Alpine White/Nevada Cinnamon Brown - SAV, Premium, Cold Weather, Navigation, Technology, HiFi Sound
2007 550i-Montego Blue/Graphite - Sport, Premium, Cold Weather
2013 G37xS Sedan-MoonLight White/Graphite-Prem/Nav/Sport