@@BubuElisa Yeah that's about when the rings went on my Toyota and it started burning mass amounts of oil, or the transmission blew on my Acura and two Hondas. Lol
Nothing to do with BMW... it seems that's a milestone for far too many car owners, period. Mine (E90 328xi) is about to cross 200k miles. I know people with 350-400k miles. The problem is most people don't take basic care of their vehicles and/or just get sick of them before they get that far. And, to be fair, a lot of non-European 'luxury' cars aren't all that fun/nice anymore after like 7-10 years, which is how long it takes a lot of people to get into those kind of miles.
My 2003 x5 3.0i is currently sitting at 236k. Just general maintenance. Only replaced the front rotors. Biggest problem i has was the door handles mechanism failed on three of the 4 doors. $25 fix. Power train is still solid. Most reliable vehicle I've ever had.
I have the same year 530 sedan. Beautiful car, no issues apart from brakes, but they need replacing on any car. Still drives smooth and anything and I love it.
Sorry but.... If you have to post a video saying “Ive made it to 120k miles!” that means the brands reliability isn't that great. Post this for Honda/Acura or Toyota/Lexus no ones surprised. Plus this car still needed a lot more maintenance than many other brands might need. Not trying to sound like a a-hole!
My E60 550i over 130k miles still running strong!!! They are built to last as long as you keep up on general maintenance and use common sense when operating it.
G Hq I don’t know I ragged a Honda Civic for a 100k and it was fine just servicing and maintenance parts and heard Toyota is more reliable so wouldn’t surprise me if you got an easy 200k from one! 😁
My E70 4.8i @ 170000 miles. no leaks. no oil consumption. I have changed the water pump, 4 wheel hub bearing changeover at 130000 miles(transformed the ride and handling to factory new), valve cover gaskets, OEM air springs, and headlight covers. I do change all the fluids every 50000 miles regardless. Not bad for a 13 year old high performance SUV.... Still running strong. You can buy a nav disc off Ebay.
I maintain my 2015 BMW 335i, extremely well. Thanks for your report on your 2011! I have 46,000 mi on it and, frankly, I'm looking at a different vehicle to replace it. Until then, it's reassuring to know that my n55 might hold up a few thousand miles.
Thomas Helm mine is convertible. 80% of the miles are highway, that helps I doubt. Having said that, the car overLl has been awesome. Here is what I had to replace: 1. Two water pumps so far ($750 each) 2. Obviously seals (valve cover, oil pan, etc). Standard bmw leaks - $980 for all, at around 120k miles. 3. Most recent, turbo charge pipe (DIY) - $120 4. Coolant extension tank (DIY) - $135 3. Oil changes and tires. Everything else is original, battery, etc.
ExoticCar PlayPlace On the other hand, sadly, I just sold my 2008 E60 M5 with 142k miles on it. It has original RBs, etc. had to replace throttle bodies but all in all the car was solid. I’ve definitely been lucky!
@@ep9321 Good to know! And, frankly, those costs don't seem excessive, to me. I had a scan performed, by my independent mechanic, before the mileage warranty came up. I, then, went to the BMW people and had a few things done on warranty. The main issue, was the battery being a bit low, triggering several false faults. They replaced it for free, thus, clearing any scan. My mileage is about half and half. Half City, half freeway. I am surprised that your original battery has lasted this long! It might help prevent some matters if it is replaced as a preventative maintenance item. Good to hear and thanks for your input!!
120,000 miles on our 2011 x5d but with numerous codes happening. Turns out they revolve around the EGR, SCR etc. Option one- fix the broken parts. Option two- delete the EGR and redo the exhaust and tune it. The car still runs but we know something needs to happen soon. Right now we are leaning towards option #2. Love the car and have a feeling we would love it even more if we made the change.
Speaking of breakdowns, my '95 e34 2.5 5 speed (purchased new) has never broken down nor has ever been towed. Most reliable, trouble free car I have owned so far (and I have owned a Toyota and 2 Hondas). I am a stickler for maintenance, though. I have looked at new cars but always decide to stick with my quarter century old BMW. Still no squeaks or rattles and ac blows cold. Car always puts a smile on my face and fits me like a glove.
My E36/M54/328i had when I sold it 480,000km and drove like new. My current E83/N52N/X3 has 280,000km and looks and drives like new. And my current E90/N52/330i has 258,000km and looks better and drives better than new. I have owned BMW’s for 22 years and have never gone to the dealer or garage for any repairs, I do everything myself. It’s been 3 years since my last check engine light. The secret is maintaining it.
Agreed but then I have the money for a used one but there isn’t any glamour driving a 6 year old bimmer so I feel I would flushing money away for no reason! I think Il wait till buying new is affordable for me! 🤔
F15D 2017 here and appreciate this video. Almost got the extended warranty but opting to pay for things as we go. What convinced us was the number of BMW extended coverages/warranty they provide for 10 years/120k miles through their Technical Service Bulletins. Not many look into those but some major issues are covered beyond initial warranty. Hope to see videos on the F15D’s!!
With all due respect, 120K miles is not much to brag about. 300K would be. Your featured E70 has an M57 engine, which should go 300K miles, but you’ll need to change a number of things, including the DPF. My wifes E70 X5 with N52 engine has about 217K miles and still drives like new. As you mentioned in another video of yours, N52 remains my all time favorite. In fact, I bought an F10 with N52 based on your advice. Thanks a lot for your informative videos, keep them coming!
My '17 X5 just passed the 50k Km mark, and it still puts a smile in my face. If I had a time machine and buy a car again, I would buy the same, but fully loaded jejeje
Nice video man. It’s all about taking care of the car and maintaining it correctly. Am an owner of a high mileage e70 x5 as well. Still runs like a dream.
I’ve got a BMW E53 X5 4.4i with 190,000 mi. and it is a blast! So long as you change your fluids, repair stuff when needed, and take care of it, these BMWs last awhile!
ExoticCar PlayPlace Thank you so much as well. It helps a lot on how to take care of our x5 and to make it last longer. Am a great fan of your channel from the Philippines. Great video as always.
‘05 e46 330xi with 180k. Had an oil leak, CV joints replaced, just replaced front wheel bearings, and have replaced 2 sets of rear coil springs. Not bad for a Minnesota car!
In the Nordic countries the BMW’s are great for cold conditions, a lot better than many Asian brands. But all BMW’s are delivered with the cold climate version, code 842.
Hmm,...bought a 2005 X5 4.8is @ 29,947 miles,....and traded it 3 plus years later @ 159,932! Major items replaced: Front Airbags,...Alternator,...Front Axle CV joints,....Battery and Driver side Door handle! That's it! Mark!,...ya gotta clean those 'dingy' headlights! C'mon man,...you gotta represent! LOL! Edit: I used a headlight kit to refurb the headlight covers of my E60 M5,.....and I was stunned at how well the process worked!
@@JMD535 after you buff it, you have to use some sort of wax or sealant, otherwise the clearcoat you just buffed is not protected and the clarity won't last. I use mother's metal polish on it, polish until clear, then put some ceramic sealant on it to protect it. Wax would do too. I do this on my cars every 5-6 months, it works.
@@skylar1112 Exactly! The kit I used came with a Sealant that needed to be applied! I applied 2 coats of the sealant,...or at least I attempted to apply 2 coats of it. :-)
@@JMD535 sorry dude that sucks. Which kit is it? I've heard very good things about the cerakote headlight restore, from friends and also on amazon. There are a few videos here too.
had my 01 e39 530i for 14 years, hit 242k miles before many electrical failures at once made me scrap it. Very reliable for the years I had it, preventative maintenance is key!
My E46 320D 136km has over 350k km. Still going strong. As my first car ever its running strong since 2 years owning it :) Amazing fuel economy and quiet ride.
I will be relieved if my ’17 X1 makes it to 120k miles. It’s unfortunate how it’s a good looking, fun little car but my faith in it’s reliability is super low because of BMWs reputation. Thanks for your honesty in this video.
Indeed, the emissions are the weak point so make that equipment go away and they can last. The. Ass engine is solid other than the flaps and the injector module which can be big bucks
Own e70 m sport, you have covered most of the issues, you missed one parking brake module failing ;) Replaced suspension airbags following your diy, mine still working fine used arnott ones.
I have 150,000 on my x5 diesel rt now .. ! I drive it like crazy .. had to replace the booster .. new tires .. just got first code .. exhaust gas recirculation A control stuck closed . Intake air system leak . 😳
On my F25 2011 X3 28i with 86000 miles paid 4200 dollars for extended warranty it paid out over 9000 dollars in repairs head gasket , vacuum hose , heater core , transfer case , window regulators front , and now out of warranty I paid out of warranty repair 530 dollars for a hose from the antifreeze reserve tank leaking , and now rear left axle oil Starting to seep through , not leaking yet , and that’s on my N52 engine
My bruv in law has an first gen x5 He bought it for 85000, he reckons hes spent about 40,000, the engine is on its last legs , no one will touch it n he may get 2000 for a trade in??? ( unsure bout kms, but he lives in the city prob low)
If you have to brag about your BMW making to 120k that’s pathetic . I had a Lexus is300 2005 had 245k . Sold it to my neighbor and he has 295k miles on it and still runs.
I am actually looking at a 2012 BMW x5 X drive 3.5D which has 105,000 miles on it 1 owner with all service records. After watching your few videos on the x5 e70 I feel very comfortable buying this BMW. Thanks.
I'm only 12 seconds in, yes I know I should watch the rest of the video but I have to run and I'm putting in time I don't have to make this comment not being rude I'm being called on a road call but I have a 2006 BMW X5 3.0 I naturally aspirated and I'm at 212,000 Miles and never a problem
it's not about getting 100k miles. it's about cost of service to get the car there. Most toyota and honda will get to 100k with scheduled oil change, and other fluid changes.
You've several vehicles. Do you have to take "significant" mitigation efforts to avoid potential cold weather issues in Edmonton? Excellent presentation regarding the mechanical matters for BMW family hauler! Great points were made. Fortunately, you have the capability of addressing some issues yourself.
I bought my 2007 328i with 98000 and now it has 129000 and the only thing that I had to replace was a starter and coil pack and of course the regular maintenance stuff like oil/plugs/brakes and soon the thermostat elec water pump I did it at myself and it's still running buttery smooth. I'm going to try to get to 200000 or more
For a SUV I would be happy w 200,000k+ miles. If my vehicle has an issue with any of the major parts prior to 75k it’s not a good vehicle in my opinion. 06 Ram 1500 lasted me 251,000 miles before I had to let it go.
Have a 2014 x3 with 143000 miles. Spend about $1200 every 3 months on some problem. Somebody with some Juice should tell the Germans we need 200000 miles vehicles. Otherwise they have taken Fords old moto. Fix and repair daily.
About the battery problem it's important to register a new battery whenever you get one if not the car treats it as an old one and the performance of the car gets affected. I use to have a 2010 E90 and experienced issues after I registered it the problem got solved.
I have owned my 2011 35D since Nov 2012. Off a1 year lease, and it has been the least reliable BMW I’ve owned, and after now at 255,600 km’s the Best BMW I’ve owned, and yes it takes 2nd place to my my wife’s 2016 435i Both M pkgs.. Let me explain. To make a “clean diesel”, you have to add all this complexity to what at the base is the most reliable engine. DPF, EGR, Urea injection yadayada. The biggest problem with this car is all that stuff. Warning to anyone thinking of buying one of these high mileage cars, be warned. This stuff all fails and it’s expensive. The active DPF tank is not a heater failure, it’s a level sensor, regardless,the part is $2,400 plus labour. My urea injectors was also throwing errrors. $1,300 plus labour. Then we get to the DPF. This was $5000 repair, mine was at 90% at this point. All of this was failing, and this doesn’t,t count all the O2 and other sensor failures over the years related to this stupid emissions control system to make this a clean diesel. So...this car has been a major pain, why is this my favourite BMW. Simple. ABC delete. Get rid of all the stuff that has issues, and then tune the crap out of this beast. So got a JR tuning 2.5, then their 2.8 cause I wanted more, had to tune the transmission bs the torque limiters we’re limiting all the fun and Viola, my fav BMW. After upgrades. Full ABC delete. 355.4 HP and 554.5 torque,at the wheels people. The guy operating the dyno was seriously shocked. Get rid of all the issues with this car has and it’s golden. Did this Mod over 50,000 km’s ago, wish I had done it sooner. Still have the smile, and my kid both say my car is quicker than Mom’s, both both would rather driver her’s which is fine with me.
Lexus and Acura’s are not in the same league. BMWs for example need to handle way more power than what those Lexus cars make, they carry heavier oils which means they work harder, BMWs are a higher end vehicle to maintain, either way that doesn’t mean BMWs can’t reach 400-500k, i know a couple people that are doing a little more than 500k.
Who celebrate that you can potentially reach a 100k miles in a BMW, when in a Lexus, Acura, Infinitis and the old Volvo and MBs lasted hundreds of thousands of miles and some even reached the million miles?!
Which leather does your E70 have? In my F30 the leather (Dakota black) on the driver seat is already a bit worn out, although the car only has 22k miles on it. I bought it used 10 months ago. Back in November the seat looked like if it had seen several years of usage. Seems the leather in my car came in a poor quality right from the factory. I tried to get a new one for the driver's seat, but BMW refused to do it. The rest of the materials are in mint condition as you'd expect from a 2 year old BMW.
Nice video...i like your video, i watch it all..i have some questions..in how many km u change the oil on transfer case, diferentials and on the gearbox? And i know u have the m57 engine with distribution on front..u change it? I know it a must on 200000 km..and a common isue is the oil pump that must be replace
"It will not die" is the caption on the thumbnail... That is truly amazing about a BMW... If someone said that about a Lexus people would just think... Ya, it's a Lexus, what did you expect?
In case you have Xenon headlamps, removing the air suspension will also cause opposing cars to get blinded if you have too much weight in the back of the car.
Nah my dude you can neglect lexuses or toyotas and they'll still run. You can toss in baby oil instead of engine oil and those engines will still survive.
If u are looking for reliability and low operating / maintenance , buy a Lexus or Toyota. You buy a German luxury vehicle for the prestige of ownership to tell others how well you are doing, so money should not be a problem. This is only an issue for those buy it for status symbol but don't have the wealth to go along with it. Most of these vehicles are leased and not purchased.
I just purchased a 2012 X5 35d with 100k miles for $13k USD....it was a one owner with full service history at a local BMW dealer. He replaced the glow plugs and glow plug module replaced, brake fluid, and rear air bags changed before I got it. I just changed the air filter, in cabin filters (all three), upgraded my sound system with Bavsound components and had the differential fluids changed, transfer case fluid changed, trans fluid/filter and sleeves replaced, all new rotors and pads/sensors, water pump and thermostat replaced, and the oil/oil filter and DEF topped off...I had the same shop look at the harmonic balancer which has some small cracks but no tears in it. Am I missing any preventative maintenance items for a 2012 E70 diesel? The previous owner used the vehicle for trips from southern CA to San Francisco and I also commute 30 miles to and from work. I’d sincerely appreciate any recommendations you have. Cheers.
Dude I’ve seen many of your videos and love them, however I’m having an issue with my 2008 30sd and water drain issues with the front drains inside the A pillar, have you had any issues and how did you address the issue as I cannot get inside the pipes Best to the familia Mart UK
The key fob indeed is an annoyance. It has happend several times to me that I accidentally opened the trunk from my pocket. If the car stays out overnight in rainy Holland, you can guess how you find your far back in the morning. And guess where the battery is? 😥
Hi. I am from south africa and am on my 11th bmw.all of them exeeded far over 100 000km's.the 3Lt diesel is a very good engine. I sold my e46 330d at 152 000 km and the rest was 5 and 7 ser models.my wife's e39 528i is now on 236 000km and my e39 M5 on 312 000 km.
Nobody:
Bmw owners: MY BMW LASTED MORE THAN 100K MILES!
Thanks
Many bmws can last past 200k miles, if avoid V8s, and get silky inline-six
My 2008 750 Li I have 250,000 it’s running like a champ no problems
BMW: WE WANT YOU TO LEASE NOT BUY THEIR BIODEGRADABLE!.
I thought it said 1 200 000 miles and said to myself: wow.
120k is barely broken in for lexus.
Yeah, tell that to people with lexus 2.0t)
Yeah sure, maybe for regular Toyota.
120K only ? Lol
@@BubuElisa Yeah that's about when the rings went on my Toyota and it started burning mass amounts of oil, or the transmission blew on my Acura and two Hondas. Lol
120K is a well functioning lexus with original parts (cept maybe the spark plugs)
120k its only a milestone to BMW owners
That’s true in most cases. How many n54 owners out there can advertise this?
Nothing to do with BMW... it seems that's a milestone for far too many car owners, period. Mine (E90 328xi) is about to cross 200k miles. I know people with 350-400k miles. The problem is most people don't take basic care of their vehicles and/or just get sick of them before they get that far. And, to be fair, a lot of non-European 'luxury' cars aren't all that fun/nice anymore after like 7-10 years, which is how long it takes a lot of people to get into those kind of miles.
Seriously, there's a million honda, Toyotas and F150s with 250,000 miles on the road.
@@TruthFLA millions with 250k+? Possibly, but most people just don't keep them long enough, even if they are fully capable of going that far.
@@SteveW928 more people than anyone realizes. Not everyone buying new cars every few years. I abused my last Camry and still got 175k
My 2003 x5 3.0i is currently sitting at 236k. Just general maintenance. Only replaced the front rotors. Biggest problem i has was the door handles mechanism failed on three of the 4 doors. $25 fix. Power train is still solid. Most reliable vehicle I've ever had.
Some of them are great vehicles and nice to drive which is really why we buy them in the first place. Have a great one.
I have the same year 530 sedan. Beautiful car, no issues apart from brakes, but they need replacing on any car.
Still drives smooth and anything and I love it.
😭😭😭😭😭😭MY 2007 LEXUS IS 250 HAS 350K MILES!
okay, but that's a damn ugly vehicle
Sorry but.... If you have to post a video saying “Ive made it to 120k miles!” that means the brands reliability isn't that great. Post this for Honda/Acura or Toyota/Lexus no ones surprised. Plus this car still needed a lot more maintenance than many other brands might need. Not trying to sound like a a-hole!
My E60 550i over 130k miles still running strong!!! They are built to last as long as you keep up on general maintenance and use common sense when operating it.
That is entirely true.
Mine has 160k
My X5 has lasted 17 years and it still runs. Lost track of the mileage. And I live in Africa where maintenance is very poor.
I live in Africa i know what "runs" mean in here
The point is that you had to point it out.........just imagine a toyota owner posting my Toyota did 120000 miles! , ya see!
True
The point is just imagine Toyota making engines and perfomances like BMW does, and being driven like BMW's.
D I would bet you could rag the shit out of a Toyota and it would still go 100s of k miles!
G Hq I don’t know I ragged a Honda Civic for a 100k and it was fine just servicing and maintenance parts and heard Toyota is more reliable so wouldn’t surprise me if you got an easy 200k from one! 😁
I’m at 239000 miles with my Toyota FJ Cruiser and still going ........... 👊
My E70 4.8i @ 170000 miles. no leaks. no oil consumption. I have changed the water pump, 4 wheel hub bearing changeover at 130000 miles(transformed the ride and handling to factory new), valve cover gaskets, OEM air springs, and headlight covers. I do change all the fluids every 50000 miles regardless. Not bad for a 13 year old high performance SUV.... Still running strong. You can buy a nav disc off Ebay.
Thanks for sharing. Cheers
translation: BMWs are good. You just gotta periodically rebuild them is all.
120k is considered as a new car in our country bro, and we bought that spending triple amount of the new car's price... logic in Africa lol
Cap
My 2005 x5 diesel hit 360000kms when I upgraded. Was still pulling hard and got great mileage.
I have 175k on my 2012 x5d. It’s dpf is deleted and it’s tuned. Not a single oil leak or problem I’m super impressed with it
I just hit 200k miles on my 2011 335i. Car has been solid.
That’s proof that the n55 is so much a better engine than the n54
I maintain my 2015 BMW 335i, extremely well. Thanks for your report on your 2011! I have 46,000 mi on it and, frankly, I'm looking at a different vehicle to replace it. Until then, it's reassuring to know that my n55 might hold up a few thousand miles.
Thomas Helm mine is convertible. 80% of the miles are highway, that helps I doubt. Having said that, the car overLl has been awesome. Here is what I had to replace:
1. Two water pumps so far ($750 each)
2. Obviously seals (valve cover, oil pan, etc). Standard bmw leaks - $980 for all, at around 120k miles.
3. Most recent, turbo charge pipe (DIY) - $120
4. Coolant extension tank (DIY) - $135
3. Oil changes and tires.
Everything else is original, battery, etc.
ExoticCar PlayPlace On the other hand, sadly, I just sold my 2008 E60 M5 with 142k miles on it. It has original RBs, etc. had to replace throttle bodies but all in all the car was solid. I’ve definitely been lucky!
@@ep9321 Good to know! And, frankly, those costs don't seem excessive, to me.
I had a scan performed, by my independent mechanic, before the mileage warranty came up. I, then, went to the BMW people and had a few things done on warranty. The main issue, was the battery being a bit low, triggering several false faults. They replaced it for free, thus, clearing any scan. My mileage is about half and half. Half City, half freeway.
I am surprised that your original battery has lasted this long! It might help prevent some matters if it is replaced as a preventative maintenance item.
Good to hear and thanks for your input!!
Moral of the story... BMW is king.
Nice
120,000 miles on our 2011 x5d but with numerous codes happening. Turns out they revolve around the EGR, SCR etc. Option one- fix the broken parts. Option two- delete the EGR and redo the exhaust and tune it. The car still runs but we know something needs to happen soon. Right now we are leaning towards option #2. Love the car and have a feeling we would love it even more if we made the change.
What's so great about 120K miles ? I'm surprised that it didn't hit the junkyard yet considering that BMWs are the biggest pieces of JUNK out there.
Speaking of breakdowns, my '95 e34 2.5 5 speed (purchased new) has never broken down nor has ever been towed. Most reliable, trouble free car I have owned so far (and I have owned a Toyota and 2 Hondas). I am a stickler for maintenance, though. I have looked at new cars but always decide to stick with my quarter century old BMW. Still no squeaks or rattles and ac blows cold. Car always puts a smile on my face and fits me like a glove.
My x3 have 190 000 and still running fine
My E36/M54/328i had when I sold it 480,000km and drove like new. My current E83/N52N/X3 has 280,000km and looks and drives like new. And my current E90/N52/330i has 258,000km and looks better and drives better than new. I have owned BMW’s for 22 years and have never gone to the dealer or garage for any repairs, I do everything myself. It’s been 3 years since my last check engine light. The secret is maintaining it.
Admit it!! Many of us would like to be an owner of X5 or X6, but we dont have the money to purchase it or mantain it...
That’s fair. Cheers
Agreed but then I have the money for a used one but there isn’t any glamour driving a 6 year old bimmer so I feel I would flushing money away for no reason! I think Il wait till buying new is affordable for me! 🤔
F15D 2017 here and appreciate this video. Almost got the extended warranty but opting to pay for things as we go. What convinced us was the number of BMW extended coverages/warranty they provide for 10 years/120k miles through their Technical Service Bulletins. Not many look into those but some major issues are covered beyond initial warranty. Hope to see videos on the F15D’s!!
Yea warranty is a waste of money, just save up your money and pay as you drive.
My 2003 X5 3.0i is at 160k. No issues at all, smooth as can be
Nice, and with some maintenance these cars can be fun drivers for many years.
With all due respect, 120K miles is not much to brag about. 300K would be. Your featured E70 has an M57 engine, which should go 300K miles, but you’ll need to change a number of things, including the DPF. My wifes E70 X5 with N52 engine has about 217K miles and still drives like new. As you mentioned in another video of yours, N52 remains my all time favorite. In fact, I bought an F10 with N52 based on your advice. Thanks a lot for your informative videos, keep them coming!
My '17 X5 just passed the 50k Km mark, and it still puts a smile in my face. If I had a time machine and buy a car again, I would buy the same, but fully loaded jejeje
Nice video man. It’s all about taking care of the car and maintaining it correctly. Am an owner of a high mileage e70 x5 as well. Still runs like a dream.
Thanks. These vehicles are built like tanks and if treated well, they can run for a long time. Which engine do you have in yours?
ExoticCar PlayPlace It’s true. our x5 has the m57 engine.
I’ve got a BMW E53 X5 4.4i with 190,000 mi. and it is a blast! So long as you change your fluids, repair stuff when needed, and take care of it, these BMWs last awhile!
Maintenance is critical and do not neglect the cars or it gets runaway
Great video man. More vids on your x5. More power to your channel.
Thanks a lot. That’s much appreciated. I love the X5, it has been such a work horse.
ExoticCar PlayPlace Thank you so much as well. It helps a lot on how to take care of our x5 and to make it last longer. Am a great fan of your channel from the Philippines. Great video as always.
‘05 e46 330xi with 180k.
Had an oil leak, CV joints replaced, just replaced front wheel bearings, and have replaced 2 sets of rear coil springs.
Not bad for a Minnesota car!
In the Nordic countries the BMW’s are great for cold conditions, a lot better than many Asian brands. But all BMW’s are delivered with the cold climate version, code 842.
They are pretty good in the winter for the most part.
My E 70 X5 4.8i 2008 is at 120K still driving the same and the interior/exterior is still gorgeous after 16 years ❤❤❤👍👍👍
Hmm,...bought a 2005 X5 4.8is @ 29,947 miles,....and traded it 3 plus years later @ 159,932! Major items replaced: Front Airbags,...Alternator,...Front Axle CV joints,....Battery and Driver side Door handle! That's it!
Mark!,...ya gotta clean those 'dingy' headlights! C'mon man,...you gotta represent! LOL!
Edit: I used a headlight kit to refurb the headlight covers of my E60 M5,.....and I was stunned at how well the process worked!
Lol, I agree, I Buffy them with those headlight restore a few months back but it does not last so I may have to replace the headlights or covers.
@@ECPP ,...Then potentially used the wrong brand! I think I used the Mother's!
@@JMD535 after you buff it, you have to use some sort of wax or sealant, otherwise the clearcoat you just buffed is not protected and the clarity won't last. I use mother's metal polish on it, polish until clear, then put some ceramic sealant on it to protect it. Wax would do too. I do this on my cars every 5-6 months, it works.
@@skylar1112 Exactly! The kit I used came with a Sealant that needed to be applied! I applied 2 coats of the sealant,...or at least I attempted to apply 2 coats of it. :-)
@@JMD535 sorry dude that sucks. Which kit is it? I've heard very good things about the cerakote headlight restore, from friends and also on amazon. There are a few videos here too.
My 2012 BMW 335i has 210,000 km on and it has been a solid car. Plus it has been a great car to drive through cold Calgary winters.
And the n55 is a decent engine. My 335i started every day last winter even when we saw -35c
2008 x5 3.0si at 121k running strong. Maintenance is key!
For sure take care of it and it will take care of you
2008 X5 E70. 208,000 miles plus some change. Was mine but she loved it so much I gave it to her. She put's some miles on it as a RE agent.
which engine
had my 01 e39 530i for 14 years, hit 242k miles before many electrical failures at once made me scrap it. Very reliable for the years I had it, preventative maintenance is key!
My Ford Explorer 2002 has 260k miles and still running like a champ
My 2010 Honda Insight has 148K miles and counting! Not one mechanical or battery issue since owned!
Still watching with this headline
Yes
We have been looking at buying one of these. Thanks for making this video, it was really helpful
You are very welcome
I watch this guys vids every day I drive same car lol but I always forget when he talks that his truck is Diesel and the one I own is gas straight 6
My E46 320D 136km has over 350k km. Still going strong. As my first car ever its running strong since 2 years owning it :) Amazing fuel economy and quiet ride.
I will be relieved if my ’17 X1 makes it to 120k miles. It’s unfortunate how it’s a good looking, fun little car but my faith in it’s reliability is super low because of BMWs reputation. Thanks for your honesty in this video.
You are very welcome
Here in finland there are X5 E70 diesels with over 240k miles
Indeed, the emissions are the weak point so make that equipment go away and they can last. The. Ass engine is solid other than the flaps and the injector module which can be big bucks
Own e70 m sport, you have covered most of the issues, you missed one parking brake module failing ;)
Replaced suspension airbags following your diy, mine still working fine used arnott ones.
I have 150,000 on my x5 diesel rt now .. ! I drive it like crazy .. had to replace the booster .. new tires .. just got first code .. exhaust gas recirculation A control stuck closed . Intake air system leak . 😳
On my F25 2011 X3 28i with 86000 miles paid 4200 dollars for extended warranty it paid out over 9000 dollars in repairs head gasket , vacuum hose , heater core , transfer case , window regulators front , and now out of warranty I paid out of warranty repair 530 dollars for a hose from the antifreeze reserve tank leaking , and now rear left axle oil Starting to seep through , not leaking yet , and that’s on my N52 engine
2010 M5. Original owner. Not one issue. Ever. Never had any issues with my E92 335, F30 328 or E82 135
Ok, but how many miles?
My 04 330i has 164k, I love my e46
And here I am driving a Honda with 273K miles on it
How much driving enjoyment comes from that car though
See Scotty, not all BMWs are endless money pits😂
My bruv in law has an first gen x5 He bought it for 85000, he reckons hes spent about 40,000, the engine is on its last legs , no one will touch it n he may get 2000 for a trade in??? ( unsure bout kms, but he lives in the city prob low)
2014 328d here with over 120000 now with no problems so far whatsoever
If you have to brag about your BMW making to 120k that’s pathetic . I had a Lexus is300 2005 had 245k . Sold it to my neighbor and he has 295k miles on it and still runs.
That’s fine
Wow! That is still quite a lot of things to take care of for a car with 120k miles.
I am actually looking at a 2012 BMW x5 X drive 3.5D which has 105,000 miles on it 1 owner with all service records. After watching your few videos on the x5 e70 I feel very comfortable buying this BMW. Thanks.
I'm only 12 seconds in, yes I know I should watch the rest of the video but I have to run and I'm putting in time I don't have to make this comment not being rude I'm being called on a road call but I have a 2006 BMW X5 3.0 I naturally aspirated and I'm at 212,000 Miles and never a problem
Very honest review on BMW X5
Thank you very much.
it's not about getting 100k miles. it's about cost of service to get the car there. Most toyota and honda will get to 100k with scheduled oil change, and other fluid changes.
That is true too
You've several vehicles. Do you have to take "significant" mitigation efforts to avoid potential cold weather issues in Edmonton? Excellent presentation regarding the mechanical matters for BMW family hauler! Great points were made. Fortunately, you have the capability of addressing some issues yourself.
Hard to own these without being able to wrench yourself.
My 2008 Mercedes Benz e350 is at 150k LOL
Nice
I bought my 2007 328i with 98000 and now it has 129000 and the only thing that I had to replace was a starter and coil pack and of course the regular maintenance stuff like oil/plugs/brakes and soon the thermostat elec water pump I did it at myself and it's still running buttery smooth. I'm going to try to get to 200000 or more
Thanks
For a SUV I would be happy w 200,000k+ miles. If my vehicle has an issue with any of the major parts prior to 75k it’s not a good vehicle in my opinion. 06 Ram 1500 lasted me 251,000 miles before I had to let it go.
Have a 2014 x3 with 143000 miles. Spend about $1200 every 3 months on some problem. Somebody with some Juice should tell the Germans we need 200000 miles vehicles. Otherwise they have taken Fords old moto. Fix and repair daily.
Absolutely agree
Had every single issue with my 2012 35d. The dam vent tabs are always breaking as well 😂
I found my old Mercedes ml500 had really poor plastics that broke such as vents and ashtrays
*BMW 325i E36/46 would like to know your location*
About the battery problem it's important to register a new battery whenever you get one if not the car treats it as an old one and the performance of the car gets affected. I use to have a 2010 E90 and experienced issues after I registered it the problem got solved.
Agreed
What is the best reliable petrol engine ?
N52 or n55 and what year?
I drive a Lexus RX 450 h it would do twice as many miles as a bmw
Man I watch all ur videos every day lol I own the same truck lol but gas Version I have about 265 thousand miles still runs good
Thanks for doing this video, your X5 is my favourite but after listening to you perhaps it's not all Doom and gloom to buy a used one.
I have owned my 2011 35D since Nov 2012. Off a1 year lease, and it has been the least reliable BMW I’ve owned, and after now at 255,600 km’s the Best BMW I’ve owned, and yes it takes 2nd place to my my wife’s 2016 435i Both M pkgs.. Let me explain. To make a “clean diesel”, you have to add all this complexity to what at the base is the most reliable engine. DPF, EGR, Urea injection yadayada. The biggest problem with this car is all that stuff. Warning to anyone thinking of buying one of these high mileage cars, be warned. This stuff all fails and it’s expensive. The active DPF tank is not a heater failure, it’s a level sensor, regardless,the part is $2,400 plus labour. My urea injectors was also throwing errrors. $1,300 plus labour. Then we get to the DPF. This was $5000 repair, mine was at 90% at this point. All of this was failing, and this doesn’t,t count all the O2 and other sensor failures over the years related to this stupid emissions control system to make this a clean diesel. So...this car has been a major pain, why is this my favourite BMW. Simple. ABC delete. Get rid of all the stuff that has issues, and then tune the crap out of this beast. So got a JR tuning 2.5, then their 2.8 cause I wanted more, had to tune the transmission bs the torque limiters we’re limiting all the fun and Viola, my fav BMW. After upgrades. Full ABC delete. 355.4 HP and 554.5 torque,at the wheels people. The guy operating the dyno was seriously shocked. Get rid of all the issues with this car has and it’s golden. Did this Mod over 50,000 km’s ago, wish I had done it sooner. Still have the smile, and my kid both say my car is quicker than Mom’s, both both would rather driver her’s which is fine with me.
One word....absolutely.
Agree with this. Did a stage 2 tune and DPF delete and all problems are gone! Plus about 408HP and 720NM 😜
My E70 X5 lasted 185,000 miles before i got rid of it , i knew it was time to go around 150k 💀
Really? You’re bragging about 120k? Acura’s/Lexus’ can last up to 400-500k
Never revived over 2500 rpms?
Lexus and Acura’s are not in the same league. BMWs for example need to handle way more power than what those Lexus cars make, they carry heavier oils which means they work harder, BMWs are a higher end vehicle to maintain, either way that doesn’t mean BMWs can’t reach 400-500k, i know a couple people that are doing a little more than 500k.
Can last or last? 500kmile Lexuses are very rare, too.
The car can do that, but not the transmissions, especially Acura's with V6's.
Very good review!
Thanks. It has been a very good vehicle overall.
Who celebrate that you can potentially reach a 100k miles in a BMW, when in a Lexus, Acura, Infinitis and the old Volvo and MBs lasted hundreds of thousands of miles and some even reached the million miles?!
True but are they fun to drive?
Which leather does your E70 have? In my F30 the leather (Dakota black) on the driver seat is already a bit worn out, although the car only has 22k miles on it. I bought it used 10 months ago. Back in November the seat looked like if it had seen several years of usage. Seems the leather in my car came in a poor quality right from the factory. I tried to get a new one for the driver's seat, but BMW refused to do it. The rest of the materials are in mint condition as you'd expect from a 2 year old BMW.
nicely done video. I don't own a bimmer but i enjoyed the info.
My x5 just hit 200k miles
dude I have a 04 x3 e83 with 186 miles with one exhaust leak issue $160 at the local muffler shop vs. $2040 at the dealership
I parked a 1982 Saab 900 Turbo with over 285,000 miles ......... and it was still running.
So far... n54 upgraded pure stage 2 high flow turbos..n54 at over 150K miles no issues.
Not many like that. Sounds like a gem.
Nice video...i like your video, i watch it all..i have some questions..in how many km u change the oil on transfer case, diferentials and on the gearbox? And i know u have the m57 engine with distribution on front..u change it? I know it a must on 200000 km..and a common isue is the oil pump that must be replace
Thanks a lot for sharing
My first bimmer, E39, lasted over 180k miles before I sold it. My current E70 is at 160k.
Nice
I have on 2010 x5 35d 250067 mil and my was turned still do 25mpg average
"It will not die" is the caption on the thumbnail...
That is truly amazing about a BMW...
If someone said that about a Lexus people would just think...
Ya, it's a Lexus, what did you expect?
172000 miles and counting 40d.
Got 136k and don’t have problems so far Toyota se 2016 and used for uber
Cheerz
In case you have Xenon headlamps, removing the air suspension will also cause opposing cars to get blinded if you have too much weight in the back of the car.
Great point.
Nah my dude you can neglect lexuses or toyotas and they'll still run. You can toss in baby oil instead of engine oil and those engines will still survive.
I have a VW at 180k miles 😨 mechatronics and transmission bearing change but that it. Zero engine issues
Dinesh Moonan what model VW do you have ?
Yankee Doodle i have a 2009 1.6.
If u are looking for reliability and low operating / maintenance , buy a Lexus or Toyota. You buy a German luxury vehicle for the prestige of ownership to tell others how well you are doing, so money should not be a problem. This is only an issue for those buy it for status symbol but don't have the wealth to go along with it. Most of these vehicles are leased and not purchased.
Thanks a lot for your comments and there certainly is some truth to that
airbags are under the re-call list bro'
For sure they are and I had mine done too.
I just purchased a 2012 X5 35d with 100k miles for $13k USD....it was a one owner with full service history at a local BMW dealer. He replaced the glow plugs and glow plug module replaced, brake fluid, and rear air bags changed before I got it. I just changed the air filter, in cabin filters (all three), upgraded my sound system with Bavsound components and had the differential fluids changed, transfer case fluid changed, trans fluid/filter and sleeves replaced, all new rotors and pads/sensors, water pump and thermostat replaced, and the oil/oil filter and DEF topped off...I had the same shop look at the harmonic balancer which has some small cracks but no tears in it. Am I missing any preventative maintenance items for a 2012 E70 diesel?
The previous owner used the vehicle for trips from southern CA to San Francisco and I also commute 30 miles to and from work. I’d sincerely appreciate any recommendations you have. Cheers.
Dude I’ve seen many of your videos and love them, however I’m having an issue with my 2008 30sd and water drain issues with the front drains inside the A pillar, have you had any issues and how did you address the issue as I cannot get inside the pipes
Best to the familia
Mart UK
The key fob indeed is an annoyance. It has happend several times to me that I accidentally opened the trunk from my pocket. If the car stays out overnight in rainy Holland, you can guess how you find your far back in the morning. And guess where the battery is? 😥
135k miles on my 328i with manual transmission
My BMW E 90 320 D had 300000 km, and now my F 30 has 250000 km om the clock, both almost perfect.
Hi. I am from south africa and am on my 11th bmw.all of them exeeded far over 100 000km's.the 3Lt diesel is a very good engine. I sold my e46 330d at 152 000 km and the rest was 5 and 7 ser models.my wife's e39 528i is now on 236 000km and my e39 M5 on 312 000 km.