man, the e30 is such a beautiful car. The e36 was also a great car. The interior was way more luxurious than most other cars for the time without using a crazy amount electronics like its competitors, too.
I'd say you could go with pretty much anything from the late 80s to mid 90s. The golden era, modern enough, high on luxury, but still not too complex, and still made from "more oldschool" and sturdy materials. I couldnt name a single engine/modell in the lineup back then what was bad. M30, M50, M52, M60, M70, heck even the M51 diesel was great. That means e30, e31, e32, e34, e36, and early e38 and e39. Great cars, i had most of them in the last few years, except the v12, and i just cant complain. I still have my m60 40i, 350k on the clock, and its still fine. I wouldnt go though with any newer cars, vanos issues, chain guide issues, transmission issues, its just too expensive in the long run. My e34 for example was a winter car, drove it for 2 years, WITHOUT maintenance, and then sold it, it was still fine. My old e38 (2.8 m52) i had for 3 years, no problems there, one waterpump was replaced and thats all, rest is normal maintenance. The e38 i have now, (the m60), i have for 5 years now, and i havent touched the engine yet, only maintenance (oil changes and so on). I also had e36, m50 engine, for 3-4 years, nothing went wrong besides a water pump, and that was like $30. E32 with the old inline 6, massive engine, just maintain it, adjust the valves every now and then, and it goes forever. I'd never go with a newer car, lets say 2000 and upwards, including the e46. It just has a lot of problems, maybe the engine is still good, but the subframe issues, and general rust problems overshadow that. Older are just better in every way. Yes, its important to buy one it the first place wat was taken care of, these are about 30 year old cars, so if its in bad shape it doesnt matter how good it could be.
What you recommend that's reliable and under 20k$ I was lookin at the 325 328 and 330 , did some research and people say those tend to be more reliable but i'm just 18 yrs old and i want a nice fun good looking car 😂
go to BMW Doc, dean, for more info. The last great 6 was the N52. 3.0L. From 2006 through 2013 this engine and transmission combos were used in Z4's, 1-series, 2-series, 3-series, 4-series and 5-series cars. 3, 4 and 5-series went 4 cylinder turbo in 2012. Stay away from anything with the DCT automatic, it's an $8K grenade waiting to go off. The GM 6L45r automatic is a fine unit if serviced every 50-60k miles. It is rated for 450 NM or 331 ftlbs. That's 50% more capacity than the non-turbo N52 puts out. Change the oil, change the oil, change the oil. Don't do the factory 12,000 mile change, that's what clogs the vanos. 2012, 128i, E88, N52 second owner. Previous BMW convertible was a 1996, 328iC, E36.
Hey guys, im looking to buy my first car and i want it to be a BMW. I have found a 2008 bmw 316i ( e90 i believe, as its sedan?). its got 116.000 Km on it and has a price of about 10.800 euros. I dont want to go over 1600-1800cc as the yearly "traffic fees"(?) are way higher after that. its from a dealer shop which was recommended to me by a BMW dealership. Black color with Beige interior and sunroof. I'm in love with it, the only thing i dont know is if its reliable / if it would need alot of fixing. any idea? I've also been looking at a 2013 bmw 114i with 120.000 Km on it with about the same price. I dont know which one is more reliable as a first car to not have a lot of fixing cost after buying it... Both have a service book ofcourse. Thanks in Advance!
Yes indeed you are right but that doesn't mean that german cars can't do that there are some german cars that are way more reliable than a toyota corolla
@@diyaaashkar1752 I know japanese cars are more reliable than German cars mostly, but what I'm saying is that, German cars are not always like that, there are some German cars that are more reliable than some japanese cars, like the old BMWs 3 series
Buying a 30 year old car that will last longer without repairs makes sense to me. I mean, sure, trow away 25k on 5 year old BMW and have that thing break down. When, you could purchase an older BMW for 5k ish and most likely have it last longer
97/98 e39. 528i with a 5 speed manual and the iron block M 52 is the best BMW for reliability/luxury with solid performance period. Also would rank e36 M3 right there with it
I’ll take notes, but through time I’ve found out they background music increases retention. That doesn’t go without saying that I may accidentally select crap music. Thanks for the critique and hope you are well!
Honestly as a recommendation to anyone buying a bmw don’t buy one with turbos or v8 models if you don’t have to. 25/30i’s of most series are your best bet regardless of the year compared to the turbo/v8 counterparts
Yeah. A lot of my friends complain but they have no patience. I have an E46 M3 at 120,000 miles original engine. I also have a 2011 BMW 528i, last year of the naturally aspirated Inline-Six. Both simple to work on and cause no major issues never broken down.
That was very helpful. The nicest BMW for balance and ride I've ever driven was the 90's 5 series. Can't remember exactly which one, but I remember the ride...WOW! Any advice on the best year?
My 2005 E46 M3 is at 120,000 miles with its original engine. I’m the 2nd owner of the car I bought it at 100,000 miles. Myself and the previous owner have never abused the engine and all of our service records are accounted for.
The E34 came with the M20B20/B25, M50B20/B25 and the M30B35. Also the older waterpumps in the M20 engines are more reliable than the ones in the M50 as the M50 has a waterpump with plastic fins...
@@jwhouser4992 not necessarily true. I’m on my 2nd BMW I got months ago (1st someone crashed into it smh) and it barely went to the shop. This thing is a beast!!
Saying the inline six in the E36 is very similar to the E30 with the M20 is pretty bs. A shit ton more plastic in the E36 engine. Them being NA Inline six the only thing they got in common
@@shawnyrs5255 yes sir, 325 is one of the best in 3 series, I had a 323i 325i 330i and my newest M4, don't know much about 320 but I bet its a good car good luck
@@mixtecop oh thank u but am looking into getting the 2008 and 2010 model cause where am from they are kinda expensive i live in saint Lucia but thank you
3:53 328 and 325 exact difference is 5 hp there is another important number (torque) and you really suggest people get 20 + years old cars... lol and most of them are with safety rating 2- good luck. From your suggestion will stick MAYBE ONLY to 335i but direct injection ahhhh maybe no...
I’ve owned many 20+ year old cars that are more reliable then these newer BMWs. And, you are correct, I did not factor in safety. I should look into that next time.
Hey automotive, I was looking for a old bmw but not too old some where around 2007-2009… I found this 6 series for 15k with 95k miles on it but just not sure if i should go with it. Please help me out on this decision.
I have yet to do extensive research on the 6 series, but from what I can fathers it’s not the most reliable BMW. If you are wanting a dependable and in car that should be amongst the more reliable models for that year, I would look into the 3 series with the I6. Or, the Turbo I6 335i from 07 and a manual gearbox. The 07 model had stronger internals compared to the later years. Just my opinion!
They are solid cars! However, if you aren’t a DIYer, maintenance can get pricey. Valve cover ends up leaking over the time, vanos solenoid goes out (easy repair), and a few other minor things that can be done easily with a few UA-cam videos and a set of tools. The engines should last north of 220k miles if it has been taken care of.
Oh hell yea, I’ve done a lot of repairs myself so far utilizing YT vids. Shop tried to charge me $500 for an eccentric shaft sensor seal and I busted out the job in 45 mins LOL!
That’s exactly what I’m talking about 😂 shops always try to squeeze out every last dime out of most patrons. Some shops are good, but no 45minute job is worth $500.
You know, I would definitely grab the e30 🙏
So goodbye Stang hello e30?
Maybe it will be an addition the the garage one day 🚘
Me too dream car
They reliably rust like nothing you've ever seen
@@dantheman1337clean the car won’t rust as much
Very informative, but the constant background music was painful.
Serious
I love the music in the background.
@@E34boyznot everyone has good taste
really miss those old BMWs. its the older ones that got me into german, or atleast euro.
man, the e30 is such a beautiful car. The e36 was also a great car. The interior was way more luxurious than most other cars for the time without using a crazy amount electronics like its competitors, too.
@@AutoMotivate definately.
@@AutoMotivate what about 2006 325i over 330i?
I'd say you could go with pretty much anything from the late 80s to mid 90s. The golden era, modern enough, high on luxury, but still not too complex, and still made from "more oldschool" and sturdy materials. I couldnt name a single engine/modell in the lineup back then what was bad. M30, M50, M52, M60, M70, heck even the M51 diesel was great. That means e30, e31, e32, e34, e36, and early e38 and e39. Great cars, i had most of them in the last few years, except the v12, and i just cant complain. I still have my m60 40i, 350k on the clock, and its still fine. I wouldnt go though with any newer cars, vanos issues, chain guide issues, transmission issues, its just too expensive in the long run. My e34 for example was a winter car, drove it for 2 years, WITHOUT maintenance, and then sold it, it was still fine. My old e38 (2.8 m52) i had for 3 years, no problems there, one waterpump was replaced and thats all, rest is normal maintenance. The e38 i have now, (the m60), i have for 5 years now, and i havent touched the engine yet, only maintenance (oil changes and so on). I also had e36, m50 engine, for 3-4 years, nothing went wrong besides a water pump, and that was like $30. E32 with the old inline 6, massive engine, just maintain it, adjust the valves every now and then, and it goes forever. I'd never go with a newer car, lets say 2000 and upwards, including the e46. It just has a lot of problems, maybe the engine is still good, but the subframe issues, and general rust problems overshadow that. Older are just better in every way. Yes, its important to buy one it the first place wat was taken care of, these are about 30 year old cars, so if its in bad shape it doesnt matter how good it could be.
2007 BMW 328i....299k miles on it all original and runs like a champ basic maintenance and it's my daily .....
Now this is the best guide for BMW fans.
What you recommend that's reliable and under 20k$ I was lookin at the 325 328 and 330 , did some research and people say those tend to be more reliable but i'm just 18 yrs old and i want a nice fun good looking car 😂
Same 😭
Get an acura or lexus if you want a reliable sexy car😂
@@ShortSight32 those are nice option but you will never go wrong to try something different
go to BMW Doc, dean, for more info. The last great 6 was the N52. 3.0L. From 2006 through 2013 this engine and transmission combos were used in Z4's, 1-series, 2-series, 3-series, 4-series and 5-series cars. 3, 4 and 5-series went 4 cylinder turbo in 2012. Stay away from anything with the DCT automatic, it's an $8K grenade waiting to go off. The GM 6L45r automatic is a fine unit if serviced every 50-60k miles. It is rated for 450 NM or 331 ftlbs. That's 50% more capacity than the non-turbo N52 puts out. Change the oil, change the oil, change the oil. Don't do the factory 12,000 mile change, that's what clogs the vanos. 2012, 128i, E88, N52 second owner. Previous BMW convertible was a 1996, 328iC, E36.
@@ShortSight32 i really would love a lexus but there arent many nice onces for sale here in Denmark
I own a 1992 bmw E36 325i and a 1998 bmw E39 540i. both non Vanos which is even more reliable. Also both manual transmission.
People won’t believe it until they see it. So many stereotypes. These cars can and will, if maintained, last a very long time.
Hey guys, im looking to buy my first car and i want it to be a BMW. I have found a 2008 bmw 316i ( e90 i believe, as its sedan?). its got 116.000 Km on it and has a price of about 10.800 euros.
I dont want to go over 1600-1800cc as the yearly "traffic fees"(?) are way higher after that.
its from a dealer shop which was recommended to me by a BMW dealership. Black color with Beige interior and sunroof. I'm in love with it, the only thing i dont know is if its reliable / if it would need alot of fixing. any idea?
I've also been looking at a 2013 bmw 114i with 120.000 Km on it with about the same price. I dont know which one is more reliable as a first car to not have a lot of fixing cost after buying it...
Both have a service book ofcourse.
Thanks in Advance!
All BMWs, actually all cars, can last 400k miles. just keep putting tons of money in them and they will last.
Too bad the the e60 quality is totally trash because that's the best looking 5 series ever!!
I have been thinking about buying a BMW but do not know which model suits me with poor economy what do you prefer sir??
My old e46 got 330k miles. No check engine light. Sold it and got an e92 n55.
That’s what I’m talking about 🙏
Good luck😂
@@TheNickfisch he already did it
The most reliable bmw is the one under lease. Coz you expect them to run especially under warranty or else just return it
Scotty begs to disagree 😂
Scotty is a crazy man 😂
He would say don’t ever buy a BMW and buy a Celica instead.
If its not a celica its a money pit😂
💰➡️ 🕳
Yeah german cars are fun to drive but everyone knows that japanese cars are the reliable ones to drive without a extensive service
Yes indeed you are right but that doesn't mean that german cars can't do that there are some german cars that are way more reliable than a toyota corolla
@@diyaaashkar1752 No, I don't think so
@@levibro2bolanos223 there are go do your research
@@diyaaashkar1752 I know japanese cars are more reliable than German cars mostly, but what I'm saying is that, German cars are not always like that, there are some German cars that are more reliable than some japanese cars, like the old BMWs 3 series
All Toyota/Lexus are prone to unintended acceleration!
Basically saying reliable bmw - buy 30 year old car 😬 Well thats great 🤨👍🏻
That’s exactly what I’m saying
Buying a 30 year old car that will last longer without repairs makes sense to me. I mean, sure, trow away 25k on 5 year old BMW and have that thing break down.
When, you could purchase an older BMW for 5k ish and most likely have it last longer
@@AutoMotivate I get your point 😉 But it is sad fact for bmw fans... I had couple of them, one e36, 2 e39, both had a few issues.
Which one did you like better??
@@AutoMotivate e36 was 318, nothing special, underpowered... I enjoyed the 528i e39 more, it was manual, turning esp off 😉👍🏻
97/98 e39. 528i with a 5 speed manual and the iron block M 52 is the best BMW for reliability/luxury with solid performance period. Also would rank e36 M3 right there with it
I own a e39 98 328i but with a automatic transmission, have to tell you, never had a single problem with it! Super reliable!
Painful music interferes with his voice - get RID of it man!
I’ll take notes, but through time I’ve found out they background music increases retention. That doesn’t go without saying that I may accidentally select crap music. Thanks for the critique and hope you are well!
@@AutoMotivate Thanks and your frank openness to criticism is commendable - you have great vids and are easy to understand and follow - keep it up 🙂
No mention of the E39 which is considered the best 5 of all time
Whats wrong with the 335i coupe? They're unreliable? Lol
Please get rid of that cheap cheesy background music!
Honestly as a recommendation to anyone buying a bmw don’t buy one with turbos or v8 models if you don’t have to. 25/30i’s of most series are your best bet regardless of the year compared to the turbo/v8 counterparts
This is talking about pre 2013 when they introduced the newer models, they’re pretty solid if you dont beat them down
Great work and resesrch! Thanks for making this
i work almost 23 years on the m60/m62 i give u a advice
If u have no Experience dont buy any bmw v8 /m60,m62 :)
What’s a good bmw and right mileage and year bro help I would appreciate a lot thanks
Bmws easy to work on just gotta know what ur doing
Yeah. A lot of my friends complain but they have no patience. I have an E46 M3 at 120,000 miles original engine. I also have a 2011 BMW 528i, last year of the naturally aspirated Inline-Six. Both simple to work on and cause no major issues never broken down.
That was very helpful. The nicest BMW for balance and ride I've ever driven was the 90's 5 series. Can't remember exactly which one, but I remember the ride...WOW! Any advice on the best year?
e21 is reliable too gaha m10 power
My 2005 E46 M3 is at 120,000 miles with its original engine. I’m the 2nd owner of the car I bought it at 100,000 miles. Myself and the previous owner have never abused the engine and all of our service records are accounted for.
The E34 came with the M20B20/B25, M50B20/B25 and the M30B35. Also the older waterpumps in the M20 engines are more reliable than the ones in the M50 as the M50 has a waterpump with plastic fins...
You dates on some of these cars is wrong.... but good video
Decent video and very knowledgeable presenter but the music is absolutely horrible and takes a lot away from your presentation.
You don’t by a BMW for reliability, you buy a BMW for the way it drives.
Can’t drive it much if its always being worked on 😂
@@jwhouser4992 not necessarily true. I’m on my 2nd BMW I got months ago (1st someone crashed into it smh) and it barely went to the shop. This thing is a beast!!
Noice videoo, can’t wait for more videoss especially the fitness oness
Thank you Tj! Are you following my fitness channel?
U should've make music louder
Really love the e90
Just curious who’s ignorant
The background music is horrific and distracting.
I don’t know. The presenter was wearing a black shirt with a Jaguar logo on it. Lol
He shouldn't be trusted... 😂
Saying the inline six in the E36 is very similar to the E30 with the M20 is pretty bs. A shit ton more plastic in the E36 engine. Them being NA Inline six the only thing they got in common
Funny how the n54 is on here but the n55 is more reliable 😂😂 f30 n55 is better
M44 engine... don't forget. Thanks for this video, i love my old bimmer's
I had a 2007 bmw 335i, idc I fucking loved that car
I just bought a f10 535i and I love it. No problems yet but if I ever do idc I’m keeping this car forever. Saving up for a e34 or a f10 m5
Good video - but music distracts what you are saying!
Is a 316i worth buying for 2-4K with around 120 000 miles
at this point i just call the bmw the sentinel from gta
*I been driving BMW for over 25 years I had own 4 of them all 3 series, and I will say stay away from the 335i* 😎
So is the 320i good am 18 and am looking to buy it as my first car
@@shawnyrs5255 yes sir, 325 is one of the best in 3 series, I had a 323i 325i 330i and my newest M4, don't know much about 320 but I bet its a good car good luck
@@mixtecop oh thank u but am looking into getting the 2008 and 2010 model cause where am from they are kinda expensive i live in saint Lucia but thank you
@@mixtecop wow m4 is one sexy car you are blessed my brother stay safe and be happy thank you for your help
@@shawnyrs5255 have you bought any yet
Music makes it unwatchable
Watched for 2m, not listening to chipmunks
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3:53 328 and 325 exact difference is 5 hp there is another important number (torque) and you really suggest people get 20 + years old cars... lol and most of them are with safety rating 2- good luck. From your suggestion will stick MAYBE ONLY to 335i but direct injection ahhhh maybe no...
I’ve owned many 20+ year old cars that are more reliable then these newer BMWs. And, you are correct, I did not factor in safety. I should look into that next time.
@@AutoMotivate ;) nothing wrong with your suggestions that's why I'm still driving my Honda Legend 2007. Just catchy note :)
I have a 1992 bmw 318i black convertible and omg i am in love with it
I prefer a new car thanks
What do y’all think of a 98 750i
Music….no.
Please do a Audi vs Mercedes’ reliability !
What is the car in the thumbnail?
Hey automotive,
I was looking for a old bmw but not too old some where around 2007-2009… I found this 6 series for 15k with 95k miles on it but just not sure if i should go with it. Please help me out on this decision.
I have yet to do extensive research on the 6 series, but from what I can fathers it’s not the most reliable BMW.
If you are wanting a dependable and in car that should be amongst the more reliable models for that year, I would look into the 3 series with the I6.
Or, the Turbo I6 335i from 07 and a manual gearbox.
The 07 model had stronger internals compared to the later years.
Just my opinion!
That’s the N62 engine same as I have on my 545i, stay away! Valve stem seals,oil leaks everywhere, coolant transfer pipe,electrical issues ect ect
What about the reliability of M51 &M57?
Thank you sir🤝🏽
I love e34s
This would be 100% better with %0.1 of the edits..
😂 you are 1/1000 my friend
Love the 335i
Agreed
How much would a e46 330i with around 90,000 miles cost in the uk?
25k
I need a 4 door
E series. Every car. No thanks.
Least it isn’t Porsche😂
278 000 miles *
Keep up the good work ❤️
What about an alpina m5?
I have a 2003 325xi 😅🏎
Any suggestions ?!
E46
😳😳😳😳
Better effects and Logo
What do you mean?
At 7:07 why would you/how could you confuse an E34 and E39.....
Honestly, I have no good reason.
I do, but it isn’t a good reason nor do I want to make up excuses.
Thank you for pointing out the error!
What about the e39
I would pay triple to get my e39 540i back
Thanks I've been in the market for one
E36s are by far my favorite! Nice examples can be expensive, but with patience, you can find a good deal
How about 07 328i e9x
They are solid cars! However, if you aren’t a DIYer, maintenance can get pricey.
Valve cover ends up leaking over the time, vanos solenoid goes out (easy repair), and a few other minor things that can be done easily with a few UA-cam videos and a set of tools.
The engines should last north of 220k miles if it has been taken care of.
Oh hell yea, I’ve done a lot of repairs myself so far utilizing YT vids. Shop tried to charge me $500 for an eccentric shaft sensor seal and I busted out the job in 45 mins LOL!
That’s exactly what I’m talking about 😂 shops always try to squeeze out every last dime out of most patrons. Some shops are good, but no 45minute job is worth $500.
I have a 2011 and have gotten 50k miles without any major problem so they're very reliable