Owned my 2014 f30 320d xdrive manual for just over 8 years (72k) and had zero issues, but I looked after mine. Just tyres, service, front brakes and a battery. Best car I ever owned, but it’s good to point out these issues as they can arise. Glad you mentioned keeping the a/c on as mine never went off and zero maintenance (no regasses etc). Just bought a g20 which has had a few problems (should’ve kept my f30 😂) and one is this coolant thermostat sensor as it was telling me it was overheating.
The problem that I had with my 320D Sport was the fuel fill sometimes I went to put fuel in and it would only fill the tube down to the tank then cut the fuel fill off after a couple of liters of fuel
Hi question if someone can help my drive train malfunction keeps coming on in my bmw (not driving it but it continues to come on as soon as the car is started) has anyone else had this happen could it be from the timing or the bushes on the rear diff that need replacing Thanks
@G-Tech Motor-Works I'm thinking about the possibility of buying a 2017/18 4 Series Gran Coupe, and I'm unsure whether to choose the same 20 diesel engine or go for the gasoline one. Based on your experience, do you think the gasoline one has fewer issues? Thank you.
i have a 150k mile 220d ED.2012.. should i keep it? electric windows starting to rise and fall randomly on pressing driver side; subtle whistling during acceleration only, with no loss of power; possibly a short clutch travel. I owe 2.5k pounds on finance... It has had non dealer service; not been frashed ; was owned by a rent fleet car. any advice appreciated, as i am considering part exchange otherwise...
@@OulyHussainhad a 320d xdrive. Only time I had this judder was when I had the wrong size winter set of rear tyres fitted. Tread depths aren’t so much an issue, but the correct sizes are essential. Owned my car 8 years with only that problem which I rectified a couple of seasons later once I knew what it was.
It sounds like a very unreliable car ... I was planning on buying an F30 (to replace my ole' E46 320d), but considering how reliable was the E46 during the 7 years I've owned it, the F30 sounds really bad.
my sister bought this car new it handles like crap and the interior was falling appart by year 2 of ownership. Overal it smells good like my vw overall 3/10 car if you can afford maintenance 9/10 smell
I was looking to move to BMW from VAG cars but I think I will buy an Audi after watching this. Shame because I love the look of the 3 series convertible.
Owned my 2014 f30 320d xdrive manual for just over 8 years (72k) and had zero issues, but I looked after mine. Just tyres, service, front brakes and a battery. Best car I ever owned, but it’s good to point out these issues as they can arise. Glad you mentioned keeping the a/c on as mine never went off and zero maintenance (no regasses etc). Just bought a g20 which has had a few problems (should’ve kept my f30 😂) and one is this coolant thermostat sensor as it was telling me it was overheating.
That was the best honest & informative review of this car I’ve found on TH-cam.
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@@roblongworth5239 thank you 🙏
Many thanks - hugely helpful to know what to expect in the real world from a decade old 3 series diesel
Had a 120d N47 and had it for 6 years and when I sold it it had 205k miles on it and it never missed a beat. 90% of my driving was motorway dow.
The problem that I had with my 320D Sport was the fuel fill sometimes I went to put fuel in and it would only fill the tube down to the tank then cut the fuel fill off after a couple of liters of fuel
Thanks for pointing out all these issues!
Does the B47 and B57 got the same issues?
320d f30 is it's a good car to buy for day to day drive
Top man
Hi question if someone can help my drive train malfunction keeps coming on in my bmw (not driving it but it continues to come on as soon as the car is started) has anyone else had this happen could it be from the timing or the bushes on the rear diff that need replacing
Thanks
going for an Audi now after watching this.
@G-Tech Motor-Works I'm thinking about the possibility of buying a 2017/18 4 Series Gran Coupe, and I'm unsure whether to choose the same 20 diesel engine or go for the gasoline one. Based on your experience, do you think the gasoline one has fewer issues? Thank you.
That's my thought too, sounds like petrol have less issues
This video has scared the ish out me lol 😂.
@@01pabz don’t be scared it’s just things we see as a bmw specialist 🤣
i have a 150k mile 220d ED.2012.. should i keep it? electric windows starting to rise and fall randomly on pressing driver side; subtle whistling during acceleration only, with no loss of power; possibly a short clutch travel. I owe 2.5k pounds on finance... It has had non dealer service; not been frashed ; was owned by a rent fleet car. any advice appreciated, as i am considering part exchange otherwise...
Hi I just remplaces the really that was scary the car stopped on middle of the road 😔😔😔
Hey thank La for this video.
I’d be in , but I’m in Los Angeles.
Hi from Kansas
@@mohag6933 hey! I’ll be in Wichita in a few weeks.
@@sdfilmfolks I am in wichita too
FRm need programing after replacement pr no need to?
@@muhammedcevdedgali8238 if brand new then yes definitely
Bro I have a 320 XDrive and I have a juddering when accelerating 😢
@@OulyHussain oh dear, Xdrive strikes again
@@itsimty bro what do you think is up with it, stressed out 😭🤯
@@OulyHussainhad a 320d xdrive. Only time I had this judder was when I had the wrong size winter set of rear tyres fitted. Tread depths aren’t so much an issue, but the correct sizes are essential. Owned my car 8 years with only that problem which I rectified a couple of seasons later once I knew what it was.
@@kennedymark1 tyres are spot on pal. I think my transfer box is fu*ked but getting it done next week. I'll let you know if it sorted
Daamn, i need 4wd in the winter here in Sweden, should i buy a 2wd instead?
Daamn, i need 4wd in the winter here in Sweden, should i buy a 2wd instead?
No
the f30 are the best bmw cars i have n47 267.000 km never chain problems
It sounds like a very unreliable car ... I was planning on buying an F30 (to replace my ole' E46 320d), but considering how reliable was the E46 during the 7 years I've owned it, the F30 sounds really bad.
I owned my f30 320d xdrive for 8 years. Only serviced it, tyres, front brakes and a battery. Excellent car - just buy a previously loved one.
@@kennedymark1 thanks!
@@kennedymark1no problems with the xdrive studders?
my sister bought this car new it handles like crap and the interior was falling appart by year 2 of ownership. Overal it smells good like my vw overall 3/10 car if you can afford maintenance 9/10 smell
By look at this it mean dont buy bmw at all lmaoo
I was looking to move to BMW from VAG cars but I think I will buy an Audi after watching this. Shame because I love the look of the 3 series convertible.
audi/vw are nicer usually anyways bmw has made some good cars but plenty of smelly ones also
Was looking to get 3 series automatic think about it dont want to buy one after few months have a big bill lol
it seem like i should stay away from these cars....
sooo...... Just dont buy a 320d then lol
Hahahah