Like your video. Very good insights into taking care of a BMW car. Am quite interested to purchase an used 2019/2020 BMW X3. Will the maintenance guides applicable? Will be great if you can make a video to discuss/share on X3 😊
I happened to come across a 2016 model with around 50k km mileage going for around RM130+k. Such an amazing car and with the price tag it’s really attractive! Just really worry about the maintenance part.
You can't escape the maintenance, It's a BMW after all. But personally for me, for the car size and safety and design. That's a win already. Brand prestige also comes into the factor but that's least of my priority.
Hi Chester, a very informative sharing and very much appreciated that. May I ask your preferred list of Workshops around Klang Valley that you will recommend for? Cheers
Hi Chester thks for sharing. It is very informative. After you become owner of Xdrive 40e for a year, wld you recommend 2016 3.0 Xdrive 35i SUV or 2018 40e?
Thinking of buying one, mileage less 50k, year 2017. The car dealer said can give warranty for 1+2 years, cover major issues, battery RM5k per year. Have you heard such extended warranty?
Those are 3rd party warranty. But the only back draw is that, if there are any claims for the hybrid battery, they will source a used battery cell for the replacement. In short, you won't get a new replacement
First of all thank you for the information which is helpful. Why is there a need for 6 spark plugs when there is only 4 cylinders engine? Additionally how are you rotating the tires as these are staggered ie. 285/45 and 255/50 fronts. I have never rotated the tires ( on my second set ) as they are asymmetrical. Maybe you have different brand type from what I have.
Sir we just recently purchased the same exact vehicle 44k miles 2018 ,same exterior color but black interior. My question is related to wheel size. My set up is 19” same style as yours but square .Are your rear wheels staggered or just a bigger tire on the same wheel? I want a staggered look. It’s just looks better. What Is your rear wheel size? Thank you.
hello Chester. thanks for sharing. for some reason ur x5 design looks slightly different, the model im looking at it 2017 x5. would there be different designs x5 ?
Hello chester, i saw a used 2017 BMW X5 40e run 58K KM hybrid , the battery has 2 more year warranty priced at 165k. Surprisingly same color and feature as you shown in video. I am concerned about maintenence cost too..will this be a good buy at least for next 5 years without a lot of expenses
If that car has done the last warranty claims from BMW then you're unlikely to dace any major issues with the car for next 4-5 years down the road. Not going to sugar coat it, but maintenance for X5 especially "hybrid" will definitely be lot more higher than your regular 3 series or even 5 series. But overall for the price of the used car and the size of the car, why not... hahahaha
Sir, I plan to get X5 second hand 2018 or 2019 within 110k budget. Please advise how to inspect the car is in good condition and what required to standby after purchase.
Since this 40e is much more complicated X5 and if you really want to get this model. Bring them to your local foremen for a physical and diagnostic check. Just your surface check may not be sufficient, if you want to play safe
Hi brother ive got an X5 40e and im from sri lanka and have got a couple issues with the car, can elaborate in a private chat or something Thanks in advance 😊
Like your video. Very good insights into taking care of a BMW car. Am quite interested to purchase an used 2019/2020 BMW X3. Will the maintenance guides applicable? Will be great if you can make a video to discuss/share on X3 😊
I have a 2018, PHEV, 40,000km, no problems until now.
Awesome. Touch wood I had this X5 for 10k kms without any issues
excellent tutorial..i was planning to get used X5
Glad it was helpful!
I happened to come across a 2016 model with around 50k km mileage going for around RM130+k. Such an amazing car and with the price tag it’s really attractive! Just really worry about the maintenance part.
You can't escape the maintenance, It's a BMW after all. But personally for me, for the car size and safety and design. That's a win already. Brand prestige also comes into the factor but that's least of my priority.
very appreciated with your review on maintenance
Glad it was helpful!
Finally! Thank you 🥹
Enjoy!
Very informative review
Glad you liked it
Hi Chester, a very informative sharing and very much appreciated that. May I ask your preferred list of Workshops around Klang Valley that you will recommend for? Cheers
My usual mechanic at Bandar Sunway. They are called Autobahn Specialist
good job, chester
Trying my best to contribute
Hi Chester thks for sharing. It is very informative. After you become owner of Xdrive 40e for a year, wld you recommend 2016 3.0 Xdrive 35i SUV or 2018 40e?
2018 40e because can do the last warranty with BMW
Thinking of buying one, mileage less 50k, year 2017. The car dealer said can give warranty for 1+2 years, cover major issues, battery RM5k per year. Have you heard such extended warranty?
Those are 3rd party warranty. But the only back draw is that, if there are any claims for the hybrid battery, they will source a used battery cell for the replacement. In short, you won't get a new replacement
Another think is , will u go to modify the chassis? Coz is too much body roll when driving. I m looking for install anti roll bar stage 2😂
No la, just drive as is. This not a sports car to me.. hahaha
hey chester, would love to hear how much damage have u accumulated since you bought this poisonous beauty? 😂
First of all thank you for the information which is helpful. Why is there a need for 6 spark plugs when there is only 4 cylinders engine? Additionally how are you rotating the tires as these are staggered ie. 285/45 and 255/50 fronts. I have never rotated the tires ( on my second set ) as they are asymmetrical. Maybe you have different brand type from what I have.
Errors, sometimes forgotten it's 4 cylinders. lol. You can't swap between the front and rear. Just left to right if your tire is bi-directional.
Sir we just recently purchased the same exact vehicle 44k miles 2018 ,same exterior color but black interior. My question is related to wheel size. My set up is 19” same style as yours but square .Are your rear wheels staggered or just a bigger tire on the same wheel? I want a staggered look. It’s just looks better. What
Is your rear wheel size?
Thank you.
Congrats. My rear wheels are staggered 285/45/19
BMW = Banyak Makan Wang + Banyak Masuk Workshop
Hahahaa
hello Chester. thanks for sharing. for some reason ur x5 design looks slightly different, the model im looking at it 2017 x5. would there be different designs x5 ?
Mine is also 2017 40e
Hello chester, i saw a used 2017 BMW X5 40e run 58K KM hybrid , the battery has 2 more year warranty priced at 165k. Surprisingly same color and feature as you shown in video.
I am concerned about maintenence cost too..will this be a good buy at least for next 5 years without a lot of expenses
If that car has done the last warranty claims from BMW then you're unlikely to dace any major issues with the car for next 4-5 years down the road. Not going to sugar coat it, but maintenance for X5 especially "hybrid" will definitely be lot more higher than your regular 3 series or even 5 series. But overall for the price of the used car and the size of the car, why not... hahahaha
@chestercheng.bmwowner thanks for your response, really helpful
Sir, I plan to get X5 second hand 2018 or 2019 within 110k budget. Please advise how to inspect the car is in good condition and what required to standby after purchase.
Since this 40e is much more complicated X5 and if you really want to get this model. Bring them to your local foremen for a physical and diagnostic check. Just your surface check may not be sufficient, if you want to play safe
Hi, May I know where / which workshop did you send your car for service and repair? Pls recommend
I typically send my car to Bandar Sunway at Autobahn
Bro, I’m interested to buy a 2018 BMW 740i or 740e, need your advice that this car worth buying it and would this car high maintenance ?
Simple answer, 740i wins hands down. Less maintenance by a mile
I have some problems with transmission , flyweel hausing and Torsional vibration damper . Do you have some problems with that? Mine is 2016 40e
I don't have any issues those thus far. Fingers crossed.
Hi Chester, if don't want go back SC, where to replace ya. Any shop you could recommend?
Thanks
I do go to Autobahn at Bandar Sunday
Just to check worth to buy it if found one x5 2017 100k mileage? Will the rear air suspension spoil easily?
One of the common problems for this vehicle
Hi brother ive got an X5 40e and im from sri lanka and have got a couple issues with the car, can elaborate in a private chat or something
Thanks in advance 😊
Just post here, I can try to help you if I encounter same issues before.
Where u upgrade ID system and how the costing😮
at BMCM, I did a video.. th-cam.com/video/RxZ3nubwByM/w-d-xo.html
Can the tyres be rotated?
Goodyear is bi-directional. So yes