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  • @jonasbennett9237
    @jonasbennett9237 หลายเดือนก่อน +269

    I’m just glad to see that everyone is just as annoyed as me with that BMW dealer lying about not being able to confirm service history.

    • @craigquann
      @craigquann หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      That's seems to be any German car brand. Customer service is horrendous, from what I've been told.

    • @jacobpeterson628
      @jacobpeterson628 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Toyota reliability with all the tech and luxury level comfort you could hope for.

    • @jacobpeterson628
      @jacobpeterson628 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      ​@@craigquannnot Porsche but all the other euro brands not just German.

    • @craigquann
      @craigquann หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@jacobpeterson628 Porsche is owned by Volkswagen. I assure you that they're assholes.

    • @Quattro_Joe
      @Quattro_Joe หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      That would fuckin infuriate me.

  • @nismomike3182
    @nismomike3182 หลายเดือนก่อน +579

    For anyone who has dealt with a BMW CEL, that "Ding" causes PTSD for 1 year minimum.

    • @uilleamross3443
      @uilleamross3443 หลายเดือนก่อน +20

      The "Ding of Doom"

    • @carenthusiast1629
      @carenthusiast1629 หลายเดือนก่อน +24

      Agreed %100. Sold mine 3 years ago, still have that sound echoing in my brain.

    • @BOX-069
      @BOX-069 หลายเดือนก่อน +38

      same ding for low washer fluid and catastrophic engine failure

    • @luk4s56
      @luk4s56 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

      its been on for 2 years and i still lie to myself that "il fix it"

    • @BashingBrainez
      @BashingBrainez หลายเดือนก่อน +16

      ​@@BOX-069 and the ding for the outside temp being below 37 degrees

  • @erichill262
    @erichill262 หลายเดือนก่อน +201

    The fact that you changed out the 2nd actuator when you didn’t have to speaks volumes to your integrity my guy 👍

    • @johnsimon7867
      @johnsimon7867 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I couldn't agree more

    • @Ll0ydD0bler
      @Ll0ydD0bler หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yeah I came down to say this. I do the same, which is why I'm a fan.

    • @yan7382
      @yan7382 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      To make it perfect you should change all 4 of them but it is not worth it with these kind of engine, especially just to find out the timing chain might be the culprit later.

    • @brarautorepairs
      @brarautorepairs หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@yan7382Turbochargers and timing chains chew the oil in as little as 500 miles. A 0w40 will quickly turn into a 0w30 after some hard driving

  • @dannotwalruslarkin9324
    @dannotwalruslarkin9324 หลายเดือนก่อน +75

    Lol that first guy you talked to about service work was absolutely clueless to what you were asking for. 😂😂

    • @drprdcts
      @drprdcts 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      This is very, very common. Most of these guys sitting at service centers are just receptionists and pencil pushers who have no idea what they're talking about.

    • @rossbats
      @rossbats 29 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I've had this happen before at my local Honda dealership. Such a stupid law

  • @MikeHarris1984
    @MikeHarris1984 หลายเดือนก่อน +313

    "She runs good guys" famous last words.

    • @bsqrdmbetse
      @bsqrdmbetse หลายเดือนก่อน

      😅😂

    • @GBlaque
      @GBlaque หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hilarious

    • @XcoolcoolbeansbeansX
      @XcoolcoolbeansbeansX หลายเดือนก่อน

      Funny he says that. The car is listed at a ridiculous price, and is currently listed at auction with several disclosed error codes, albeit generic codes from the auction meaning it probably has dozens of BMW specific error codes stored. It also has many other issues documented that he doesn't even mention in the video. This is reference from the auction inspection report on that car:
      Emissions P013E O2 Sensor Delayed Response - Rich to Lean Bank 1 Sensor 2
      -- Pressure Too Low in High-Pressure System (Bank 1)
      Emissions P142E Cylinder Injection Cut-Off
      Emissions P2297 O2 Sensor Out of Range During Deceleration Bank 1 Sensor 1
      Emissions P2419 EVAP System Switching Valve Control Circuit Low
      This car is far from fixed. I'm not sure why he is pretending everything was good after he cleared the codes? He didn't even mention that the car basically failed inspection and will not be covered for return to the auction for any of the above listed issues. This car may as well be as-is at the auction.

  • @FYMASMD
    @FYMASMD หลายเดือนก่อน +706

    After owning bmw, Mercedes, jaguars and Audi I finally stopped being a masochist and now have a 2018 Lexus lc500 since new. Best car I’ve ever owned. Never looking back.

    • @fiily1
      @fiily1 หลายเดือนก่อน +60

      Same here, euro trash car craters your wallet and bank account. Went back to japanese cars, and never going back to these money pits.

    • @caseyspeer8179
      @caseyspeer8179 หลายเดือนก่อน +19

      Yep anything at Toyota makes Lexus Toyota anything like that because they are reliable cars feel bad for Alex for buying his BMW

    • @patharrison1831
      @patharrison1831 หลายเดือนก่อน +25

      I am on my 5th and final Mercedes. I own a Porsche Cayman S that has been bulletproof so far. Once I sell the Mercedes I have now, I am done. I am looking at the Lexus GX550 as my next car. I cant do the euro cars anymore. It's painful.

    • @racekorthings7165
      @racekorthings7165 หลายเดือนก่อน +28

      This comment is so boring I fell asleep reading it.

    • @bugoutfozzy
      @bugoutfozzy หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      Lexus is the best make, just under Porsche, for reliability. One of the best manufacturers there is. 🤙🏻

  • @BradBartram
    @BradBartram หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    I had a 2012 X5 with the same engine. Just watching this video brought back some PTSD. I had it for about 6 years, almost never drove it because of fear of what would go wrong. Finally took it to a shop, got the dash clear, washed it, and traded it before it could get any new ideas. Dealer gave me $5k sight unseen and I signed it over with a huge smile. Never again.

  • @thepoolsheriff_TX
    @thepoolsheriff_TX หลายเดือนก่อน +22

    The combination of calmness knowledge and great filming. Plus you a good guy makes this channel worth the watch

  • @antoinepageau8336
    @antoinepageau8336 หลายเดือนก่อน +374

    BMW, the ultimate TH-camr content machine.

    • @dappolajon7008
      @dappolajon7008 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      Definitely holy shit well said

    • @tonymontana897
      @tonymontana897 หลายเดือนก่อน +17

      These Modern BMW's are proper shitbox money pits. I have an 1999 E36 Euro Spec M3 and it is MINT. That was back when BMW actually made high quality cars.
      I'll never sell it.

    • @Beer_Dad1975
      @Beer_Dad1975 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      @@tonymontana897 It was more that they were simple and easy to fix when they did break than they were ever really that high quality - I mean, they weren't bad like they are now - but compare a 90's BMW to a 90's Lexus - not even close.

    • @Dwigt_Rortugal
      @Dwigt_Rortugal หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      "Big Money Waste"

    • @kizashikaze9066
      @kizashikaze9066 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Super accurate w/ modern BMWs from what I've been watching for the past decade

  • @AFatOcelot
    @AFatOcelot หลายเดือนก่อน +242

    These are my Saturday morning cartoons as a guy in my 30s...thanks for what you do bud!

    • @bartromalia8362
      @bartromalia8362 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      @@AFatOcelot in my 50s, but same!

    • @PirateMTH_ToddH
      @PirateMTH_ToddH หลายเดือนก่อน

      I like the analogy.

    • @ultra_sound.
      @ultra_sound. หลายเดือนก่อน

      Ow yes!!!😂

    • @miguelvazquez2239
      @miguelvazquez2239 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      @@bartromalia8362same here my friend. In my 50s and I’m get excited every time I see a new video uploaded.

    • @SSGKvsh
      @SSGKvsh หลายเดือนก่อน

      Me aswell at 28 😂🙏🏽

  • @robertwikander5914
    @robertwikander5914 หลายเดือนก่อน +23

    Alex while I watched you remove the "M" off of that horrible BMW purchase I was thinking of a hack that I've seen guys do before. You take dental floss & heat it up like you did and then just run dental floss behind it. That pulls the glue, the "M" or whatever else you want removed. Pulls everything off and doesn't damage the paint. Just thought I'd share that with you.

    • @Dwigt_Rortugal
      @Dwigt_Rortugal หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      I can confirm that this works great. The only issue I've had is with the floss breaking, so I double or triple the strand. I'm guessing that fishing line would work pretty well, too. Any residue left behind will usually come off quickly with an eraser wheel.

  • @brarautorepairs
    @brarautorepairs หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Even on the earlier N52, changing the Vanos solenoids was pretty normal. Owners who failed to keep up with their oil changes would definitely have vanos related issues because the passages are small and prone to clogging.
    Later on BMW added screens to the oil feed and even simplified the oil control circuit only for that to lead to new issues😂

  • @k20z3keith7
    @k20z3keith7 หลายเดือนก่อน +151

    X6 stands for how much money you have to put into to it compared to the buy price 😅

    • @treyfields3244
      @treyfields3244 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

      BMW X6: Bring Money Withya 6 times

    • @eptdy
      @eptdy หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Just get a inline 6 one. Theyre bulletproof

    • @coltonkruse2313
      @coltonkruse2313 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      LMFAO that's a good one. Think you are done? Nah times 6!

    • @IKhanNot
      @IKhanNot หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      @@eptdy Not bulletproof. They are still prone to issues with the injectors, coils, spark plugs, cam adjusters and of course oil/coolant leaks. They are easier to work on though as there is more space under the hood.

    • @TheDJF3
      @TheDJF3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Times 6 how much money you need to put in it

  • @grad0n
    @grad0n หลายเดือนก่อน +237

    I never understood why bmw owners added m badges to their non-m bmws. Those that know bmws know it's fake and those that don't, don't care/are not impressed.

    • @Ralloyd33
      @Ralloyd33 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Idiots

    • @auskip07
      @auskip07 หลายเดือนก่อน +39

      because the type of person who buys a BMW is a person who is concerned with how they are seen by people.

    • @bigmansir3745
      @bigmansir3745 หลายเดือนก่อน +18

      And the tri bar grilles

    • @PirateMTH_ToddH
      @PirateMTH_ToddH หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Yeah, very silly...

    • @jjtcb7509
      @jjtcb7509 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      It might add a hp or two

  • @erraticengineering2487
    @erraticengineering2487 หลายเดือนก่อน +52

    Thankyou for reassuring us who have never owned a BMW for making the correct decision.😂

  • @rossbats
    @rossbats 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    That faded front badge is killing me man

  • @245bryce
    @245bryce หลายเดือนก่อน +96

    My grandma says "warsh". Best part is we live in Washington so she calls it Warshington 😂

    • @mcdoob
      @mcdoob หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      lol this cracked me up man

    • @AnontheGOAT
      @AnontheGOAT หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Ask her to say “bag”

    • @Emperio33Nor
      @Emperio33Nor หลายเดือนก่อน

      Bought one once, it started when i bought it, drove it to the shop, never started again. Ended up scraping it for parts. Never again

    • @AnontheGOAT
      @AnontheGOAT หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Emperio33Nor what does that have to do with this OP’s grandma saying “warsh” lol?

    • @Ll0ydD0bler
      @Ll0ydD0bler หลายเดือนก่อน

      Since Alex is a movie quoter, he needs to go watch Sling Blade. Great movie (if a bit dark), but I routinely quote the line from it - "Whatcha got there? Warsh?"

  • @JoesGoldenGarage
    @JoesGoldenGarage หลายเดือนก่อน +79

    As a dealer, I have gone through arbitration a few times. Usually the car is being auction off greenlight… which of course means it’s good to go and then when I go to pick it up, there’s an issue and I usually try to handle it before I even leave the lot. A lot of times the Auction house will not even take it back if you leave the lot with it so it’s important to check it out thoroughly do as much as you can on the auctions property. That way you can just hand them the keys and say NOPE

  • @DarkRider2k3
    @DarkRider2k3 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    When the CEL came on for catalyst codes, I had to laugh. The BMW didn't feel at home without *some* kind of a CEL going on.

  • @chyka2011
    @chyka2011 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I have similar issues with my BMW N62 engine. It was throwing lots of ignition issues but at the end of the day, it was the catalytic converter that was blocked. Got a technician to open it up and was it out. This is 2 years later now and everything is good.

  • @mentals555
    @mentals555 หลายเดือนก่อน +162

    That "law" is bs too. The rule afaik is they cannot give you the physical service history with the original owner's name. There is nothing preventing them from giving verbal confirmation if a certain service was done

    • @mentals555
      @mentals555 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

      I had to call three different Acura dealerships because I kept getting the same or different BS. One place said that information was not stored. Hahahaha

    • @TheTulerie
      @TheTulerie หลายเดือนก่อน +8

      Yup, all they're doing is trying to get you to bring the car in.

    • @Magescuro
      @Magescuro หลายเดือนก่อน +20

      As is evident by the second guy just giving that information. Usually service departments don't really care if you bring your car in...and I imagine BMW techs would prefer you don't

    • @AKStovall
      @AKStovall หลายเดือนก่อน +13

      Yeah, the first guy didn't want to look it up, so he made up some BS to not have to do his job.

    • @matthewdyer1568
      @matthewdyer1568 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Exactly. Privacy policies are for personal information like name, address, phone number, or other data points that point to an individual person.
      Unless the prior owner had parts installed on their body, advising if the Car had work done on it won’t violate any privacy policies. You didn’t even ask or hint to asking about the prior owner at all… that guy was a clown.

  • @JStryker7
    @JStryker7 หลายเดือนก่อน +48

    Haha that service dept is acting like the car history is PHI. I’d be interested to know who they are so I can never use their services

    • @matthewdyer1568
      @matthewdyer1568 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

      If nothing else the guys manager should be told so up-training can occur.

    • @beardedspeedworks
      @beardedspeedworks หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      For real, like HIPAA for my car? Really? Helps to have a attorney friend to send a subpoena for records.

    • @bikeman1x11
      @bikeman1x11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      i get not providing owner info but service history is non big deal

  • @dammitcarl1082
    @dammitcarl1082 หลายเดือนก่อน +31

    Really makes you appreciate the LS. Same power, more efficient, and 10x simpler. One camshaft, one timing chain, port injection, pushrods, endless aftermarket and power potential…. Long live OHV engines lol.

    • @tigerstripeeyes9871
      @tigerstripeeyes9871 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Don’t forget “naturally aspirated”…

    • @tubejorrit
      @tubejorrit 26 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Cars with LS engines are not sold in Europe so no stupid emission laws they have to follow.

  • @jeffreythompson1866
    @jeffreythompson1866 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Thank you, Alex, sir. For I've been following you since the pandemic, and, having been a gear head since I was 3/12 y.o., but also having my buds being mechanics, I love your pro tips, for taking awesome care of your family, along w/being an all-around awesome guy. Best wishes to you & yours!! 🫶🏻🙏🏻

  • @corywagner8541
    @corywagner8541 หลายเดือนก่อน +38

    As for the dealer not telling me what service was done on the car before I purchased it. They have said the same thing that they could not tell me any past service. I have been in the car/RV business for 30 years, and what I have found it that some dealerships are a little confused about what info they can divulge. What they can not share is past customers personal info. But nothing should stop them what repairs have been done. So for some reason a few dealerships have a misunderstanding and the can share what was done just not who owned it.

    • @gregh7457
      @gregh7457 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      they've probably been called into court to show the maintenance records of cars in disputed transactions and thats a days worth of wages lost

  • @TheFukmookthe
    @TheFukmookthe หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Absolutely love how thorough you are when working on your cars

  • @ngrinshift4383
    @ngrinshift4383 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I was there when these debuted at a BMW dealership in Boston, MA. At the time, these vehivles (XM5/6) were basically the halo SUVs (the M5/6 had the v10) of the brand. Boy o boy were they something to gawk at I'll tell ya. We had an Alpina B7 that would come in too... My first experience with a z8 was during this time. The service manager at the time had a z3 with an E36 M3 engine (zM3) and I ended up with a nice 328i X-Drive. Jet black w/Coral Red... thanks Catherine, wherever you're at. Melissa Steffy is awesome and Scott Sundley (Honda 2011) is great too. I LOVE BMW and will always be a fan.

  • @BallTickler420
    @BallTickler420 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    I think this video finally removed the inner voice that tells me to buy one of these ridiculously cheap 170k km 2011 F10 550i's with that exact N63 non TÜ from my head, thank you!

  • @madmike6942
    @madmike6942 หลายเดือนก่อน +51

    Sreten waiting 4 your phone call😅😅😅

    • @w9gb
      @w9gb หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      Project Chicago #2 (LSC edition)

    • @mrmysterytour46
      @mrmysterytour46 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      Indeed. So he doesn’t have to mess with Maseratis again. 🚙

  • @ethannicosia979
    @ethannicosia979 หลายเดือนก่อน +25

    My guy you are still using SOOOOO much compound lol, you can use half and get the same or better results

  • @kingchris447
    @kingchris447 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Man I love these early morning espisodes of LSC especially right now that it’s raining in Minnesota

  • @user-tu6fq1yd8i
    @user-tu6fq1yd8i หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Thanks for a longer video this week. I look forward for LSC on Saturday afternoon when I get home from the shop. Thanks Alex.

  • @WildDigger
    @WildDigger หลายเดือนก่อน +21

    And this is why I love my n52 powered BMWs. It isn't the most hp engine but it is one of the most reliable. My wife's 328i and my z4 both run great and both over 100k miles.

    • @feron450
      @feron450 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      They stil have all the classic bmw cooking system issues. But yea the inline 6s are leaps and bounds ahead of the v8’s as far as bmw goes

    • @startingtech3900
      @startingtech3900 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@feron450i have n54, e46 m3

    • @The_North0
      @The_North0 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Did you know my n52 have over 200,000 miles?

  • @jeffrey88888
    @jeffrey88888 หลายเดือนก่อน +72

    Definitely reminds me of Hoovie's X6 with the fake M badge. It was a nightmare too

    • @rustler08
      @rustler08 หลายเดือนก่อน +20

      Hoovie's was not a fake M-badge. Hoovie's was a real X6M that someone had swapped the S63 engine out for an N63 engine, hence he made the joke it was no longer an M-car.

  • @jwhuffandpuff
    @jwhuffandpuff หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    This is why I watch you guys. So legit. Keep it up.
    I'm from NH so the 4 seasons, salted roads, and all that baggage that comes with rings super strong with me. Thanks for repping the east coast.

  • @iRyanBarnes
    @iRyanBarnes หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Ahhhh mate. Seen Sreten change a millions VANOS. Sadly I think they’ve always been engine OUT. Only 20 minutes in so you might fix it yet but that’s my assumption this far. Lovely looking car though! You’re definitely pulled towards the red tones in cars currently!

  • @chrisadamson8082
    @chrisadamson8082 หลายเดือนก่อน +27

    I love Saturday mornings I wake up and know I'm gonna get a LSC video

  • @mentals555
    @mentals555 หลายเดือนก่อน +19

    My brother bought a 2011 x5m against my recommendation. Been ok so far. He had to replace some suspension bushings. He also way overpaid for it so that's brutal. Hes a BMW fanboy and no amount of reasoning could change his mind

    • @p4in574
      @p4in574 หลายเดือนก่อน

      How long he had it so far?

    • @mentals555
      @mentals555 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      @@p4in574 1 year and 4 months

  • @RedneckTipsByScott
    @RedneckTipsByScott หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Type F ATF is a great pre oil change treatment too. Tons of detergent

  • @norah7324
    @norah7324 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    best car to engine swap and modify

  • @Endy5_Still_Alive
    @Endy5_Still_Alive หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    ENGINE SWAP TIME!!!!!!
    I'm going with a Hellcat for this bad boy! 😂

    • @user-pd8fj6np1k
      @user-pd8fj6np1k หลายเดือนก่อน

      If it fits there, thatcwould be epic))😃😃

    • @Endy5_Still_Alive
      @Endy5_Still_Alive หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@user-pd8fj6np1k That's exactly what I was thinking. That thing would surprise many with a Demon stuffed in it.
      New drive train? Sure. Why not? At least it would be reliable. 😂

    • @ISLAMICSTORIES13
      @ISLAMICSTORIES13 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@user-pd8fj6np1k it can fit for sure. the supercharger may not clear fully on the top but you can still put it in

  • @mrnicktoyou
    @mrnicktoyou หลายเดือนก่อน +24

    I recently bought a BMW with the N52 engine and it also had similar issues to this car. So I replaced the Vanos solenoids, I didn't just clean them, I replaced with brand new genuine items and also new check valves and it's working perfect now.

    • @SirtubalotTX
      @SirtubalotTX หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      N52 is much much much easier to work on. lol

    • @Malzylee
      @Malzylee หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Exactly the same for me with my N52

    • @oOTevtronOo
      @oOTevtronOo หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Never say "Its working perfect now." Always say "Its running perfect for now."

    • @sys-administrator
      @sys-administrator หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I dumped my BMW with the N52 at auction after it had problems with both VANOS gears (not just the solenoids), DISA intake valve, both cats and high oil usage. Just in parts that was around €2500 excluding labour. And it needed a new diff. Not worth it on a €4000 car.

    • @the_hessian__
      @the_hessian__ หลายเดือนก่อน

      Traded my n52 128i for an IS F to get off of the carousel. I learned the hard way to stick with bosch for the vanos replacements. great to drive but maint... oof

  • @ahmedsuliman2265
    @ahmedsuliman2265 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Fuel injectors are also a very common failure point. They can cause catastrophic engine failure if not updated to the latest version. Some symptoms include a rough start and idle

  • @EdwinC-xp8mk
    @EdwinC-xp8mk หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    It is such a nice car. I was frustrated when I junked my BMW because of all the engine codes.

  • @bubaa1218
    @bubaa1218 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    I have a 08 tundra with the 5.7 v8 and I’m on 257k on it the only big thing I’ve had to do is replace the brake master cylinder. It’s the most reliable truck I’ve owned

    • @toddtravis2596
      @toddtravis2596 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      My work truck is a 2000 Astro AWD. I paid $2,200 in 2016. 270,000 MILES. I replaced the trans in 2017. Rear axle in 2023. Leaks some oil. But starts EVERY day. It's staying until the wheels fall off.

    • @Dwigt_Rortugal
      @Dwigt_Rortugal หลายเดือนก่อน

      I have an 04 Tundra Limited with 180k on it. Still runs and looks great. The interior is like a comfy leather couch. It's not a manly looking truck, but we've gotten our money's worth out of it.

    • @chickballz313
      @chickballz313 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I have a 08 sequoia with the same 5.7 and I’m at 275,450 miles and no issues except for cracked leather. I had a 02 sequoia as well with 300k miles before I sold it

    • @Iceeeen
      @Iceeeen หลายเดือนก่อน

      yep your old school thing without half the emission crap this thing was works great. jeee.. how about those wonderful new toyotas that also has to meet emissions. seam to remember something about failing rod bearings 🧐, diffs, miss alignments everywhere

  • @danhard8440
    @danhard8440 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Alex just a FYI for the headlights Meguiars makes a rubbing compound called scratch X to get rid of swirl marks from buffing it will make paint or your headlights look like glass

  • @Lowpanther
    @Lowpanther หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Try a rubber wheel for emblem adhesive. Game changer

  • @DomBounty
    @DomBounty หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I've owned several 'modern' MINI's & BMW's (N14 R56 JCW, R53 Cooper S & F87 M2) and they've all been great, except for the N14 powered R56, which had expensive problems every other month.

  • @Glenngabriel1
    @Glenngabriel1 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    On the smaller screen that indicates what position your transmission is in in the dash. There’s a little triangle to the right of the P that indicates a fault even though you don’t have a check engine light

  • @Far2hip
    @Far2hip หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I bought one of the Fantik inflators. Totally impressed with the build and material quality of everything included so I grabbed a few more essentially right after that first one arrived. Extremely well made and strong performing products.

  • @SMRM320
    @SMRM320 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    wait a minute.. did anyone else notice the Ford Raptor at 52:41 , just me or is that a Turbo sticking out the engine bay and some shiny intercooler piping 🤔🤔

  • @schmoe67
    @schmoe67 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I Drive an EV and used to work at a dealership doing cosmetic repair. I say that to say I don't get much from your videos but I enjoy spending my Saturday afternoons with ya. Keep it up. Love the videos.

  • @Glenngabriel1
    @Glenngabriel1 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    ITS SATURDAY! I look forward to this all week 😂

    • @danhard8440
      @danhard8440 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ya my top 3 are this Sleeperdude and Diesel Creek

  • @JohnDoan-iu7sm
    @JohnDoan-iu7sm หลายเดือนก่อน +52

    The dude at the first dealership was just a lazy pile and didn’t want to do anything

    • @wstlndiesel
      @wstlndiesel หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      He was smart! He knew you don't throw money into a pile of shit!

  • @mylesjones1771
    @mylesjones1771 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I like the way you get messed up cars and make them look flawless. You should name it "Sweet Cherry"

  • @ericsherwood7423
    @ericsherwood7423 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Pro tip, apply a layer of masking tape on the painted surfaces adjacent to the headlight before hitting it with power tools. It’s easy to inadvertently burn through the clear with sanding, compounding, polishing.

  • @ekal27
    @ekal27 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Uh oh… that is an ominous title. Guess I ditched my ‘13 X6 50i at the right time (2018!)

  • @chrismason6857
    @chrismason6857 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Perfect timing to watch on a quiet afternoon at 'work' on my iPad. Thanks!

  • @wallykosh6383
    @wallykosh6383 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I used to drive a BMW 2010 with 65,000 traded in for a brand new 2024 Toyota 4Runner in Feb. BMW was the best driving car I have ever owned but there is something that has to be dealt with every year.

  • @MBZXZ
    @MBZXZ หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I have owned honda acura lexus toyota bmw and benz, BMW always break down, 2014 E63 AMG. always having coolant lines issues, but other than that , the car is fun to drive and very powerful

  • @Thee1Muffin
    @Thee1Muffin หลายเดือนก่อน +15

    You gotta buy the right bmws. My e70 X5 35d towing daily and e46 330 drift car have been nothing but beat on and no issues. Gotta do the right mods/maintenance and they’re great

    • @pierre-davidmoreau
      @pierre-davidmoreau หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I have a e70 35i and a e70 35d both 2011 35d full deleted stage 2 this truck is a monster i love it so much .My 35i transmission is always slow truck have only 100000 k thinking about tuning it such a fantastic engine as well .

    • @V12BRO
      @V12BRO หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      M57 MASTERRACE

    • @alex222toxic
      @alex222toxic หลายเดือนก่อน

      just like how some people say fords are a pain, ive owned 2 mustangs and nothing other than basic maintenance and im fine

    • @atriaventrica
      @atriaventrica หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      He... literally says that? He's calling out this engine specifically as unreliable, not bmws.

    • @joerogandlchairexpansion786
      @joerogandlchairexpansion786 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The diesels are great until you have to work on them 😂

  • @brucemitchell5637
    @brucemitchell5637 หลายเดือนก่อน +17

    Alex: " I'm getting rid of this BMW, it's nothing but junk!"
    Also Alex" " Hey guys, look at the BMW that I just picked up at the auction , it was really cheap!"
    Repeat 😂

  • @davroscaan1318
    @davroscaan1318 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Just LS it... future owner will thank you.

  • @joeylopezphd
    @joeylopezphd หลายเดือนก่อน

    I will say I think BMW’s are some
    of the best YT content generators. I realize now my channel is where it is because I sold my 2007 e92 3.35 while it was still under warranty🤣

  • @Nexiteee
    @Nexiteee หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I use to own a e36 bmw 328i and let's just say the main problem i had with it was the interior, door cover kept coming off and the motor was just too tired. But it lasted for 12 years with me. But now own a vw golf mk1 that is turbo. Just one problem with it is just heavy on fuel. But 4 years the motor hasn't been opened since 2020.

    • @surferdude4487
      @surferdude4487 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I have the Mk 6 Trendline Golf. Other than keeping the fluids up to date, the only engine-ish thing it ever had were spark-plugs and a thermostat housing. 170,000 km or a little over 100,000 miles.

  • @DaleDenton
    @DaleDenton หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Front plates are mandatory where I live, but cops only pull you over for that if they’re trying to meet quota. I removed mine off my W211 about a year ago and it looks so much better

    • @MrGamman3yt
      @MrGamman3yt หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      If you're behind the steering wheel, what do you care what the front of your car looks like?

    • @michaelm3381
      @michaelm3381 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      ​@@MrGamman3ytfront plates take away from the look of the car. If you think she's beautiful, you won't run a front plate.

    • @ScottPMS
      @ScottPMS หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Come to Tennessee, we don't have any front plates!
      When you go to the DMV they only give you one...
      When I ordered my new Hellcat, I was clear, "drill into my front bumper, and I'm returning it" 😅

    • @Weyco23
      @Weyco23 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@MrGamman3ytI’m in Illinois also like Alex, I don’t run a front plate on any of my three cars. 2021 C8, 1992 Z28, and 2022 Mazda CX-5, all of them look like absolute crap with a front plate. I have lived in Illinois for 35 years, been stopped once, $25 fine.

  • @CLCIII
    @CLCIII หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Yikes! Just yikes. A Law? Really? Come On! BMW obviously doesn't know what the KISS method is. As Always, May God Bless you and yours! 😇

  • @warpspeedracer
    @warpspeedracer หลายเดือนก่อน

    "You can do it" had myself and my son laughing so hard. Glad that you were able to fix it.

  • @hamsterox9216
    @hamsterox9216 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    My brother had a 2013 X6 with the N55 motor. It was a phenominal car. I got it for him from the auction needing it's PCV and shock mount replaced. After I did the service it never put a foot wrong. The best solution for these X6s is honestly N55 or N54 swapping them. Those are much more manageable and if you want a little extra power you can do bolt-ons and make more then the V8s. It's alot less expensive then fixing at this point. It would be cool to see someone do that.

    • @GoldenCroc
      @GoldenCroc หลายเดือนก่อน

      Diesel. Thats always the answer. Most BMW diesels have been pretty good, with some being very good.

    • @hamsterox9216
      @hamsterox9216 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@GoldenCroc I haven't had the best experiance with modern diesels. Id rather stick to gas specially for a BMW X6. It doesn't fit the car personality wise.

    • @GoldenCroc
      @GoldenCroc หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@hamsterox9216 For me they have been fine, but it of course depends on many factors.
      To each their own with "personality" preference but in my mind I would say if there is anything that would fit a mid-large SUV, it would be a diesel.

    • @Iceeeen
      @Iceeeen หลายเดือนก่อน

      diesel, especially 6cyl ..also suits this type of car so much more

  • @yeahitskimmel
    @yeahitskimmel หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Finally Saturday morning can officially start

  • @edwoll
    @edwoll หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Tyler Hoover buried one of these on his farm. That should tell you everything you need to know about this vehicle.

  • @biglefty08
    @biglefty08 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Something about troubleshooting these cars is such good content, they always keep you on your toes. My M3 did the same and I put my head down and wrenched 😅 Bimmers run so good when they are sorted 🔑 maintained!

  • @xxvjvxx
    @xxvjvxx หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    im not 100% sure about the v8, but i know the 6cylnder vanos engines have a 2 metal screen filters inline that could get clogged and throw VANOS mechanism codes. most people dont even know they exist and they MUST be cleaned occasionally. it will cost a can of break clean to fix if thats it.

    • @mrnicktoyou
      @mrnicktoyou หลายเดือนก่อน

      They are called check valves and yes, they clog up a lot.

    • @xxvjvxx
      @xxvjvxx หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@mrnicktoyouthey will wreck your MPG the more clogged they are also, i gained 6-10 mpg after cleaning mine on my 325

  • @malbers35
    @malbers35 หลายเดือนก่อน +61

    The two car manufacturers that I would never own again are BMW or Mercedes.

    • @beamer8907
      @beamer8907 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      audi isnt better aswell

    • @Endy5_Still_Alive
      @Endy5_Still_Alive หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      I'll add Ford, GM, Fiat, VW, etc. I've owned cars from all those guys and they were all garbage. Had two great cars from Dodge, 1 Toyota, 1 Suzuki and and 1 KIA. That's been my experience.

    • @InfiniteTheMagicMan
      @InfiniteTheMagicMan หลายเดือนก่อน

      Don't buy the small engine mercs with renault engines and u would have any problems

    • @andreidan92
      @andreidan92 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      Audi's in my experience are even worse . They're nothing but a glorified unreliable vw.
      As for bmw's they are fun to drive at least

    • @Cool_kid_jones
      @Cool_kid_jones หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Just spun a bearing last night in my audi w/ a 4.2, no check engine light was on & the oil was perfectly fine i took good care of that car, fuck german cars😢

  • @darrenwilliamson7944
    @darrenwilliamson7944 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    JUST traded my Mercedes s550 w221 with the m278 biturbo engine TODAY for this reason......BLEEEEEEEEEDING money!! This video gave me flashbacks!!🤪🤪🤪🤡. Oil wicking up the wiring harness from the camshaft solenoids and crankshaft solenoids all the way to the ECU was a common problem.

    • @fisephalnoxt
      @fisephalnoxt หลายเดือนก่อน

      what year was your W221, I heard they are solid, mostly the 2008 to 2011 before the twin turbos.

  • @mohammadremeity5884
    @mohammadremeity5884 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I already own a x5 and x6 this generation and i think im going for the third one here. Looks great and the color compliments it well 😅

  • @FINELINEVAN
    @FINELINEVAN หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    Making me sick watching you deal with this monster. The frustration must be through the roof.

  • @danhard8440
    @danhard8440 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    that is INSANE that that engine is that bad
    my uncle had a 2010 Toyota Highlander and when he passed away 3 years ago it had 386 THOUSAND miles when his wife traded it in and all he did was the basic maintenance

    • @bradleysmith2021
      @bradleysmith2021 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      There is an enormous difference between German and Japanese engineering.

    • @GoldenCroc
      @GoldenCroc หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@bradleysmith2021 Yep, one is most often playing it safe as heck, the other says "to heck with all margins". To be fair, both are succesful in their own way, its all about what the customers want and is comfotable with.

    • @Dwigt_Rortugal
      @Dwigt_Rortugal หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I once had an 03 Corolla. We put 330,000 miles on it. It was a little tired and not as peppy. My brother in law had it for a while after that. I see Toyotas getting beaten on all day long overseas and they just keep going

  • @juancastaneda9844
    @juancastaneda9844 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    That BMW reminds me of the meme I don't want peace, I always want problems 😂

  • @sifodyas1987
    @sifodyas1987 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Your troubleshooting skills are unmatched. So fun to watch.

  • @LegitStreetCars
    @LegitStreetCars  หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    How much do you think it will sell for?

    • @chrismason6857
      @chrismason6857 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      £45k if you had no knowledge of how much of a nightmare that engine is to work on.
      £45 if you know 😉

    • @Salmo796
      @Salmo796 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      8900 :)

    • @RandyMUNSOn-fe2tb
      @RandyMUNSOn-fe2tb หลายเดือนก่อน

      $50

    • @grahamhumphry2154
      @grahamhumphry2154 หลายเดือนก่อน

      In Western Australia where I live currently the same model X6 V8's are selling for 35k AUD with the same amount of KMs (miles) which in your money is around $25,500 USD. But for yours and your market over there I reckon around $14500

    • @AdamIsUrqed
      @AdamIsUrqed หลายเดือนก่อน

      18k

  • @thecman26
    @thecman26 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    That thing meeds a good engine oil clean!
    Always iron treatment before warsh!

  • @indetailcarcaresolutions3770
    @indetailcarcaresolutions3770 หลายเดือนก่อน

    FYI Alex. Are you aware that an identical Grand National (never available here in Australia) was a star of the show ‘Life” starring Damian Lewis. Only 2 season due to the Hollywood writers strike, but very much a worthwhile watch. He eventually gives it away to a girl in traffic, but he does get it back in later episodes. It looks to be the exact twin of your car! Lloyd

  • @markg.2501
    @markg.2501 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The Man literally has the patients of a saint.

  • @LegitStreetCars
    @LegitStreetCars  หลายเดือนก่อน +37

    Would you ever own this generation BMW?

    • @samhorn387
      @samhorn387 หลายเดือนก่อน +20

      Simply put, no. However to be clear I would not want any bmw.

    • @geogmz8277
      @geogmz8277 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      Nope, any generation 😂 they age like milk!

    • @mikesimon31
      @mikesimon31 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Only after you’ve done all of the repairs! 😂

    • @mcapps1
      @mcapps1 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Just find an e53.

    • @Jonny2by4
      @Jonny2by4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Not an OG N63. The TU3s seem to be pretty stout though

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  • @mikemcvay2965
    @mikemcvay2965 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Something super satisfying and beautiful about seeing a black car when it's clean ESPECIALLY a regal or cutlass G-body w a nice paint job on it... LOVE the body lines on a regal

  • @daniellopez5197
    @daniellopez5197 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

    No front plates in indiana, no food tax, low taxes, you dont have to pay the city for parking, low gas prices and much more here in Indiana

  • @No-one-7
    @No-one-7 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    In my language BMW is called Brol Met Wielen or translated junk with wheels

    • @danhard8440
      @danhard8440 หลายเดือนก่อน

      🤣😅

    • @jasonh8470
      @jasonh8470 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      It also means Big Money Wasted

  • @fks-pv8il
    @fks-pv8il หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Put an LS in it.

    • @user-pd8fj6np1k
      @user-pd8fj6np1k หลายเดือนก่อน

      Booooring. Rotary engine is better)) at least it's more original than LS)😂😂

    • @Dwigt_Rortugal
      @Dwigt_Rortugal หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@user-pd8fj6np1kIf you're thinking of a Mazda rotary engine, The Car Wizard has very strong opinions about them.

    • @tid418
      @tid418 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@user-pd8fj6np1k Boring is the goal. Reliability is boring. What he has now is non-boring!

  • @jtome84-91
    @jtome84-91 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I’ve got a 2016 BMW x5 with the individual package and the N55 engine . I mean it’s had a couple oil leaks and it eats through rear tires but other than that it’s been really good to me . Also no carbureted Jeep wagoneer is getting 18 mpg on the freeway .

  • @zacharymartin4102
    @zacharymartin4102 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love how Alex calls Bmw service back and talks to someone else and they give him the info no problem.I new that other guy was talkin bs 😆.

  • @sibbolo9204
    @sibbolo9204 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    delete all junk electronics and engine, swap it into a crazy slant six turbo EFI. The perfect X6.

  • @xamitz58
    @xamitz58 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This channel is one of THEE best car channels on TH-cam.

  • @VanisleNSX
    @VanisleNSX หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hey Giesbrecht, the willow tree is going to get trunk rot near the base as the dirt is up much too high. The original hole should be deep and the top of the soil should be right around where the tree starts to flare out towards the root system.

  • @The_Redkween
    @The_Redkween หลายเดือนก่อน

    It’s funny that the next owner will get into that thing and have complete confidence in it. 😂

  • @eldonsmith808
    @eldonsmith808 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I have a 650ix GC with an n63tu. The ones after 2014 are the ones that you want.

  • @MikeErgzz
    @MikeErgzz หลายเดือนก่อน

    My dad, “Gattah worsh da car!” Yes, born and raised in Chicago.

  • @CZ-hy6jv
    @CZ-hy6jv หลายเดือนก่อน

    St. Louis resident here. "Warsh" is accepted as correct in these parts.

  • @jessemas27
    @jessemas27 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    It's time to see the Lightning running again, Alex. I have a spare short block that's been sitting in my shop for years if you really need it.