10 Engines That Won't Last 60,000 Miles (Because They Are Junk)

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  • 10 Engines That Won't Last 60,000 Miles (Because They Are Junk)
    These are some of the worst engines ever. These are cars that are unreliable and I don't even think they'll make 60 000 miles because the engines are so bad. We'll go in depth on these engines from companies like BMW, Ford, Audi, Hyundai, Jeep, Chevrolet, Nissan, Subaru, and more.
    I'll tell you what plagued these cars, and how their #reliability is impacted by these #engines, which are some of the worst #cars to buy today. They just won't last, and you can pick much better vehicles for your money. In fact, at the end of today's video I'll show you some cars with much better reliability so you can figure out where you should spend your money!
    Where we believe that Life's Too Short To Drive Boring Cars so we just don't and you shouldn't either.
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  • @cypresspuz
    @cypresspuz 10 місяців тому +34

    This channel deserves 50M suscribers.

    • @ECPP
      @ECPP  10 місяців тому +1

      Thank you very much

  • @jeffferguson899
    @jeffferguson899 3 роки тому +886

    The R in BMW stands for reliability

  • @viperracing2889
    @viperracing2889 2 роки тому +219

    #1 (0:32) BMW X5 M50i (N63, twin-turbo V8 4.4L engine, up to model year 2014) or any other "50" (such as 550) series BMW between 2011-2014.
    #2 (4:02) Kia Forte/Optima/Sorento/Soul (2011-2015, 2.4L Theta & 2.0L NU engines specifically)
    #3 (5:12) Mazda RX-8 (wankel rotary engine)
    #4 (6:40) Jeep Grand Cherokee (3.0L V6 Eco Diesel engine specifically)
    #5 (8:09) Audi A4 (2009-2011, 2.0 TSI engine specifically)
    #6 (9:14) Chevrolet Equinox (2.4L)
    #7 (10:07) Subaru WRX (2009-2014, 2.5L turbo engine)
    #8 (11:02) Nissan Altima (2002-2003, 2.5L engine specifically)
    #9 (12:00) Ford Escape (2014-2016, 1.6L EcoBoost engine specifically)
    #10 (13:04) BMW E60 M5 (naturally aspirated, 510 BHP, V10 engine)

  • @paul756uk2
    @paul756uk2 3 роки тому +51

    I don't care how good they make engine oil, I'd never ever drive a car for 15k miles before changing it. These intervals are just marketing gimmicks leaving the buyer to pick up the tab in years to come.

    • @petehoskins1267
      @petehoskins1267 2 роки тому +1

      Have to agree with you, here in AU most manufacturers have gone from 10K to 15K between oil changes, it’s a bit too long. Happily I have our Holden (GM) Commodore with the LS3 6.2L V8, love it, and they are so strong. Try to have its oil and filter changed every 10k, it’s worth it in the long run. Cheers.

    • @gavinivers8941
      @gavinivers8941 2 роки тому +2

      Totally agree.

    • @borisgostovic666
      @borisgostovic666 2 роки тому +1

      First the quality of oil is not like 70s,80s ot 90s any more..
      Second the dilerships telling you to coming on first "free" service after 30000 kilometers with is wrrooonng!!
      New engine producing a small micro parts in the beginning of exploitation,so it cud be deadly for engine life.

    • @NJPurling
      @NJPurling 2 роки тому +3

      A few more oil changes are cheaper than new rod bearings.

    • @lonniebeal6032
      @lonniebeal6032 2 роки тому

      I did it for over 10 years, even sent a sample to Blackstone labs with 15,000 miles on it, it was still good. Been using full synthetics since the late 80's. I no longer drive 22,000 miles a year so my oil changes are more frequent, still full synthetics.

  • @theyjustwantyourmoney4539
    @theyjustwantyourmoney4539 Рік тому +218

    As an automotive engineer I can say, I'm completely appalled by manufacturers rushing to produce new models just to cope with competition, when we tell them this new design needs the test of time, they say we're not being innovative, its sad that consumers are now having to do extensive research before buying a car and not may of them do.

    • @Dosalt
      @Dosalt Рік тому +4

      Problem is you start off with a complex design that is based on a previous design right from the sketch and make it ultra complex. Blame it on the project manager or your supervisor

    • @dcgregorya5434
      @dcgregorya5434 Рік тому +9

      There's no amount of research that will help you with a brand new engine in a new car though. Gotta hope for the best. There's no way when that Wenkel engine came out for instance that a new car buyer could predict the seal would be wearing out every 30k miles...it only takes one defect to ruin an engine.

    • @Roy-gy8su
      @Roy-gy8su Рік тому +9

      They are also forcing these manufacturers to comply with ridiculous regulations fuel mileage Etc so it isn't just trying to stay with the competitors

    • @josephdbishop6576
      @josephdbishop6576 Рік тому +2

      Same problem exists in other consumer products. “No time “ to address problems seen in product development; get ‘em built and shipped!

    • @cgraham6
      @cgraham6 Рік тому +3

      You're exactly right. Ever-tightening CAFE standards demand almost annual power train redesigns. It may not be a problem much longer though, if idiotic ideas like banning internal combustion engines outright keeps gaining steam.

  • @Stephen-er4bi
    @Stephen-er4bi 3 роки тому +339

    Hyundai has had so much experience replacing their 2.0 Turbo engines that when mine failed at 90,000 they shipped and installed a new one in just over a week. Supplied a rental car too. Doesn't excuse the bad engine design, but it made the situation better than it could've been.

    • @jaymarcase9737
      @jaymarcase9737 2 роки тому +21

      You’re lucky…they refused to fix m

    • @adotintheshark4848
      @adotintheshark4848 2 роки тому +44

      Most of the engine failures in the Hyundais and Kias are in cars made here in the US. The Korean-built cars have very few failures.

    • @pjfsr7024
      @pjfsr7024 2 роки тому +13

      Mine failed at~ 77k, they replaced the engine and turbo, it was one of the engines done in their Tennessee plant.

    • @adotintheshark4848
      @adotintheshark4848 2 роки тому +18

      @@pjfsr7024 apparently, the Korean-made engines are fine but the USA ones are crap. Something about the internal tolerances being off.

    • @MattPSU02
      @MattPSU02 2 роки тому +6

      Mine took over a month, which was awesome since I got a rental car that was better than the Sonata.

  • @MrTimstaaa
    @MrTimstaaa 3 роки тому +18

    I've just discovered your channel and love it. For along time I've been saying that we need a channel that talks about modern-day car reliability. Excellent work and your info is spot on.

    • @ECPP
      @ECPP  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you very much and welcome to the channel. It is greatly appreciated.

  • @Sheya404
    @Sheya404 3 роки тому +49

    1. BMW X5 N63 Engine
    2. Kia Forte, Optima, and Sorenta
    3. Mazda RX8
    4. Grand Cherokee V6 Eco Diesel
    5. Audi A4
    6. Chevy Equinox
    7. Subaru WRX
    8. Nissan Altima
    9. Ford Escape
    10. BMW M5

    • @mr-alexknight6578
      @mr-alexknight6578 3 роки тому +3

      THANK YOU!

    • @spursmaniac5060
      @spursmaniac5060 3 роки тому +2

      Took a while but I found you! Thanks for the list!

    • @jamesryan229
      @jamesryan229 3 роки тому

      You should list the engines not just make. For example the Ford Escape is only the 1.6 liter EcoBoost that is a problem

    • @theoracle6005
      @theoracle6005 3 роки тому

      Add Ford Mondeo MB3 wagons to your list - Endless transmission issues that Ford never fixed

    • @josephwhalen1754
      @josephwhalen1754 3 роки тому +1

      I have a Ford Escape 2.0, best engine I’d say

  • @Larry-Hi
    @Larry-Hi Рік тому +1

    Love your reviews, just recently found you on UA-cam. Succinct and to the point. Great info that many people are not aware of and should be, to make an informed decision when purchasing a used vehicle and manufacturers to avoid.

  • @markkrispin6944
    @markkrispin6944 3 роки тому +542

    Let's be honest, most BMWS ARE MONEY PITS.

    • @md2k8
      @md2k8 3 роки тому +14

      Agreed

    • @grey5626
      @grey5626 3 роки тому +27

      Definitely. My dad had a 750IL which he thought he got a good deal on in the 1990s. Though it had a huge V12, it also had insane issues, the catalytic converters got so hot they melted and fused together no fewer than three times before he sold the thing (each time the repairs cost > $6,000) and decided to swear off imports for a while. For a man who used to buy Mercedes, to end up going with Fords and a Jeep later in life, the BMW seemed to earn a dark mark in my mind. He did at least buy my mom a Mercedes station wagon again before he passed away, but that BMW was the most expensive vehicle for unexpected maintenance that I have ever been that close to personally.

    • @bones007able
      @bones007able 3 роки тому +22

      my aunt owned a couple dealerships in NY.... we called them Big Money Wasted

    • @Chris-gi9ch
      @Chris-gi9ch 3 роки тому +18

      This isn't the Skotty Kilmer show! 😉

    • @markkrispin6944
      @markkrispin6944 3 роки тому +9

      @@Chris-gi9ch oh yes it is!

  • @hepburndavis296
    @hepburndavis296 3 роки тому +81

    The manufacturers seem to spend a lot of time creating very, externally, sexy vehicles. However, they tend to create inferior drive trains. In other words, marketing department winning and engineering department losing.

    • @kokobeatz7222
      @kokobeatz7222 3 роки тому +9

      Planned obsolescence

    • @TestECull
      @TestECull 3 роки тому +7

      They know exactly what they're doing. They don't want it to last. They want it to fall apart in a few years so you get a new one almost the instant you stop paying on the old one.
      Build cars right, they last. Cars last, people don't buy new ones anywhere near as often. Revenue, new car sales plummet. Stocks plummet. You can see why they don't do this anymore...

    • @TestECull
      @TestECull 3 роки тому +6

      @Harry James Pleat frankly I think modern cars are fucking hideous and old cars are the pretty ones. I love the boxy styling of the 80s...rockin' an '85 F150 as a daily myself...but I'm a total sucker for atomic era fins and depression era Art Deco.
      My next car will have a flathead engine in it.

    • @chrisg6091
      @chrisg6091 3 роки тому +2

      After the GFC of 2008 CSR companies facing bankruptcy switched to producing cheap rubbish. They look nice but don't last.

    • @howardkerr8174
      @howardkerr8174 3 роки тому +1

      @Harry James Pleat
      The 4Runner doesn't just look old, the basic truck if 15 going towards 20 years old. You do have to give Toyota credit, tho, for being able to successfully update a design for what seems like decades.

  • @jonandkristen
    @jonandkristen Рік тому +4

    I’ve had multiple vehicles with the 2.4 EcoTec and to be honest, I’ve never had any of these issues with them. We bought a 2008 Pontiac G6 used back in 2012 with 40,000 miles on it. We still drive it today, having 145,000 miles on it. I’ve had to put one catalytic converter (pre-cat attached to the exhaust manifold as the car has two of them) and I replaced the VVT solenoids, once. Other than that, routine maintenance, oil changes, and proper flushes. Car still runs strong today. We also had a 2014 Chevy Equinox that we put 40,000 miles on it until we turned it in; but only because my wife was pregnant with our third child and we needed something larger. The only repair to that vehicle was also the VVT Solenoids once(which are cheap and very easy to do). Other than that, regular oil changes and routine flushes. My parents even have a 2014 Chevy Captiva Sport with the 2.4 EcoTec and have put over 100,000 miles on theirs with no major repairs.
    The shop I take my work car to (it’s a fleet vehicle, I generally do most repairs to my own vehicles) was talking about the same issues with vehicles with the 2.4 EcoTecs. Everything from oil consumption to timing chains as well. I mentioned well that’s strange, I’ve never had issues with any of them I drive. They laughed and asked, “Do you change your oil regularly”? I stated yes, and they responded, “That’s why”.
    A majority of the engine issues experienced on 2.4 EcoTec is not from poor design, but rather poor maintenance scheduling. I’m not saying that some people who do proper maintenance don’t experience the same issues, but many of them are actually avoidable.

    • @Raider19582
      @Raider19582 Рік тому +1

      My 2012 Equinox with the 2.4 was awesome.

  • @johneaton25
    @johneaton25 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the heads up man 👍 Keep the videos coming

    • @ECPP
      @ECPP  2 роки тому

      Thanks

  • @xvsj5833
    @xvsj5833 3 роки тому +8

    Love your Channel, Thank you for sharing your Knowledge....

    • @ECPP
      @ECPP  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks a lot for supporting. Cheers

  • @MikeSmith-ey7ku
    @MikeSmith-ey7ku 3 роки тому +8

    I agree with most of this. I did have a 02 Nissan Altima 2.5 that I put 116k on. Zero drivetrain issues just evap,steering rack and freakin expensive ball joints. Drivetrain was actually rock solid,floor rusted pretty good too

  • @PicassoPete
    @PicassoPete 2 роки тому +6

    “Exciting as curdled milk” nearly wet my pants laughing, hahahaha. Nice one, great video, very informative..cheers.

  • @afantini1
    @afantini1 3 роки тому +5

    I liked the way you start saying how beautiful they are outside, inside, etc...but...the engines! Great tips!

    • @ECPP
      @ECPP  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks

  • @Adi-tf4jk
    @Adi-tf4jk 3 роки тому +23

    Great content and appreciate the fact that you don’t put a millions ads !

    • @ECPP
      @ECPP  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks for watching

    • @gregrn779
      @gregrn779 3 роки тому

      @@ECPP You stated that the Nissan sucks the crumbling cat into the engine... how?!?!
      Is the intake somehow connected to the exhaust?
      Ridiculous comment to make.

  • @sirusmay5614
    @sirusmay5614 3 роки тому +33

    Hi Mark. Love your videos and your approach to the car industry. Regarding the Chinese influence on car manufacturers of influencing the market to look more of a status rather than a vehicle, small engines with high output and NASA technology, this madness for more horse and zero to sixty hard on, and finally the trend of doing everything else other than driving while you're sitting in the driver's seat, where do you think petrol heads like me with a limited budget will end up? Sure there's no happy ending for this story but I trust your talent to find a way. Cheers

  • @jeffro3273
    @jeffro3273 2 роки тому +10

    I have 192,000 miles on my 2013 Ford Escape 2.0 and it still runs great with zero engine repairs. Turbo is still fine too. Has only seen Mobil 1 with changes every 5,000 miles

    • @tommurphy4307
      @tommurphy4307 2 роки тому

      how often do yo u change the fuel filterS??

    • @benholler1389
      @benholler1389 Рік тому

      Our 2014 is still running strong at 180000 as well. I see lots for sale running in the 150000 mile range. They honestly can't be that bad

    • @badactor3440
      @badactor3440 Рік тому

      @@tommurphy4307 no fuel filter on the Escape

  • @randumbtube4424
    @randumbtube4424 3 роки тому +29

    Thought I was gonna hear "rev up your engines"

  • @gbhrps
    @gbhrps 3 роки тому +98

    You can't possibly know how much you are helping the average driver/owner out there with your videos! Particularly those with little experience in the automotive market. I would have you as my next door neighbour and as a friend. Thank you for your honesty and for sharing!

    • @gottliebdee263
      @gottliebdee263 3 роки тому +1

      He needs less hyperbole. It’s pretty more than possible that there are people out there, (quite a few), that have cars containing these engines that do exceed 60k miles.
      If you’re straight up you don’t need to lie to sell your story.
      In fact I’ve seen on some BMW forums for example that there are cars with more miles on that this guy claims won’t happen.
      How about, “These cars quite likely won’t last X miles”?

    • @severnsea
      @severnsea 2 роки тому

      Be careful, this and most other videos are based on one man's opinion, and he can't possibly have owned or driven all those cars to know whether they're any good or not. Most engines fail because of lack of maintenance, nothing else. One thing I will say is that any engine under 1.6 litre or so that has had a turbo fitted to make up for the lack of power, such as in the Ford Escape featured, isn't likely to last because they're underpowered and you're putting too much strain on the engine. The turbo will compensate for a while but long term, don't expect them to stick around. Note that there are no official stats given to back any of this up.

    • @mrsthatcher9815
      @mrsthatcher9815 Рік тому

      utter nonsense - i have 2009 a4 no problems at 160,000

  • @troynov1965
    @troynov1965 3 роки тому +137

    Jeep should have never got rid of their bulletproof straight 6 engines.

    • @JAYJAYJAY53
      @JAYJAYJAY53 3 роки тому +9

      I still have a 2001 . The 225 cid slant six was another good one .

    • @Qugie
      @Qugie 3 роки тому +7

      the 3.6 V6 is dam good also in fact all of them are good except the diesel like he already said.

    • @redneck4528
      @redneck4528 3 роки тому +6

      @@Qugie tell that to the 3.6 owners who had a dropped valve seat.

    • @Win7ermu7e
      @Win7ermu7e 3 роки тому +5

      Meh, a couple of hundred hp out of a 4.0 wouldn't cut it these days. The 3.6 is a solid motor.

    • @Dukk1078
      @Dukk1078 3 роки тому +4

      Ya their 4.0 could run forever. Unfortunately I had a liberty renegade with a 3.7 that was a pile of crap.

  • @olegsaakov9678
    @olegsaakov9678 3 роки тому +2

    Thanks for video. Very useful info. I got my 2013 BMW 750i back in 2015 with 25000 miles on it(CPO from Rusnak BMW)with N63tu engine Now I have 110000 miles on it. Not even one issue so far. I service car every 5000 miles,do regular scheduled maintenance. Maintenance isn’t very expensive. I had to replace only wear and tear parts. Maybe I am just lucky. Hopefully I’ll make it to 200000 miles with no major issues.

    • @Roy-gy8su
      @Roy-gy8su Рік тому

      No I think that your maintenance schedule and the fact that you're willing to pay the price to maintain it even though it's really expensive is your quality I think a lot of the problem with these more expensive cars is that the people they don't want to spend the higher cost to maintain them only the really wealthy ones that buy them when somebody buys a $100,000 BMW and find out it cost $100 for an oil change and they're just an average person they're in no hurry to do it or it cost $500 for a tune-up they're in no hurry to do it

  • @antouab221
    @antouab221 3 роки тому +14

    This guy is a man of honesty and integrity, a young version of the legend Scotty Kilmer :) Definitely liked n subscribed. I see this channel soon to grow to millions of subscribers because everyone loves to hear the truth, even if it hurts lol.

    • @ECPP
      @ECPP  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you very much. That is greatly appreciated. Welcome to the channel

    • @tholo86
      @tholo86 2 роки тому +1

      Unlike Scotty he is always to the point. Scotty bore us with so much useless info

    • @severnsea
      @severnsea 2 роки тому +1

      @@tholo86 Yes, almost insulting to compare him with Scotty. He's the biggest tool in his own toolbox, spouts a lot of crap and you can see in the comments that anybody who knows anything about cars will tell you exactly what they think/ The guy just spouts garbage and doesn't have a clue what he's talking about in the videos that I've seen.

  • @chrisdziewurski1327
    @chrisdziewurski1327 3 роки тому +15

    Mark , great honest reviews ! Keep up the great research you do . Cheers !

    • @ECPP
      @ECPP  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you very much Chris, much appreciated.

  • @malcolmabram2957
    @malcolmabram2957 3 роки тому +77

    For most people on, a car is an investment, and if it fails early, the stress can be enormous. For me at least, reliability is the most important factor.

    • @goforbroke2
      @goforbroke2 3 роки тому +9

      Cars are not investments.They are huge depreciating asset especially all of the German cars in this video😂.
      With the exception of maybe 5% of cars bought today, but only because they are rare low production cars.

    • @oceans2533
      @oceans2533 3 роки тому +6

      me too. Forget the 0 to 60 and the newton metrics and horse power. I want reliability and comfort. LEXUS

    • @got2kittys
      @got2kittys 3 роки тому +9

      Investment is for making money.
      Cars are a depreciating possession, losing value steadily. Never designed to be investment.
      It hurts less if you think of cars that way.

    • @TestECull
      @TestECull 3 роки тому +3

      People don't treat cars as investments what the fuck are you smoking? People treat cars as status symbols, as fashion. They replace them every few years. They don't care how long it lasts as long as it lasts the lease period.

    • @TestECull
      @TestECull 3 роки тому +1

      @@oceans2533 You want reliable and comfort? Get yourself an '84 Ford LTD 302. Comfortable, and itt'l never let you down. That POS Lexus is gonna cost you an arm and a dick in service costs in just a few years and will fall apart around you within ten. Just like every modern car.

  • @christophermorris7616
    @christophermorris7616 2 роки тому +1

    By far your channel is the best channel out there for honesty about the car 🚗 industry and what they try saddle customers with mechanical disasters. Thank you for your Great work for society.

    • @ECPP
      @ECPP  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks so much Christopher, really appreciated.

  • @b577960
    @b577960 3 роки тому +13

    I must admit I was really keen on getting a 2007 M6 with the V10. It had very low kms but I just couldn’t bring myself to take the chance. I note you said that the SMG on this V10 was also troublesome (I have heard that the M5 and M6 SMGs were quite reliable., either way the engine reliability was enough to scare me off. I’ll just hang onto my E46 M3 manual a little bit longer

    • @pmscalisi
      @pmscalisi 2 роки тому +3

      The E46 is a much better vehicle

    • @twill9278
      @twill9278 Рік тому +2

      Your wallet thanks you.
      Watch Scotty Kilmer's youtubes on used BMWs

    • @steveflatman
      @steveflatman Рік тому +1

      You might have the more reliable vehicle in the long term... but you don't have the sound of that F1 derived V10 in your life when you could have, and for any true petrolhead, that is enough to break your soul!

    • @slowpoke96Z28
      @slowpoke96Z28 Рік тому

      its based on a race car engine. race car engines are not engineered to last a higher amount of miles. 60,000 out of that piece of engineering bliss is amazing.

    • @davesouthword1298
      @davesouthword1298 Рік тому

      You missed out then. I took the chance and it cost a fortune in repairs, but it was worth every single penny. The engine was utterly fantastic and paired with the SMG instead of dual clutch was genius. Flat out gear changes were a head rocking, visceral experience. A bit understeery over 100mph, sure, but easily fixed with more throttle. And the noise, oh yes!
      Owning that car also made me realise the world is divided into two types of people. Half would ask how fast it was, the other half asked what fuel mileage it got. I know which camp I’d rather be in

  • @kwazar6725
    @kwazar6725 3 роки тому +20

    Good to see u moving towards reliability over looks

  • @MrTurboRotary
    @MrTurboRotary 3 роки тому +7

    Man! I am glad you are out there doing this kind of work.
    Thanks for keeping us away from these lemons so we don't end broke if we buy one of them 👏👍👍👍

    • @ECPP
      @ECPP  3 роки тому +2

      More to come! Thanks a lot for the support.

  • @Greg_call
    @Greg_call 10 місяців тому +1

    Very informative. Thank you!

    • @ECPP
      @ECPP  10 місяців тому

      Very welcome

  • @Fmandan77
    @Fmandan77 2 роки тому +4

    Good video and information! My 2013 VW GTI 2.0 TSI engine has been fantastic, but I believe VW/Audi had a few years to work out the bugs. At 148k miles, the engine has only needed the ignition coils that you mentioned. I can go 10K miles per oil change (mostly freeway) and only burns 1 qt in that time. I do know I was relieved to find that 2012 was the last year of timing chain tensioner issues! I believe a recent complaint of these TSI engines is an intake manifold leak which will cause the Check Engine (MIL) light to come on due to the unmetered air causing a leaning condition at idle. Not a mechanical issue, but still a problem. Overall I have been thrilled with my first German car. I'd buy another GTI in a heartbeat if I were in the market.

    • @Nivacromcolumbus
      @Nivacromcolumbus 2 роки тому +2

      I had a MK 11. 8v GTI Bullet proof. VW’s now are no better than anything else. They are not bullet proof or any good, ask any AA mechanic. Buy Japanese

    • @tonydoggett7627
      @tonydoggett7627 Рік тому +2

      The TSI manifold has a swirl air butterfly near the intake valves. The plastic gets play on the shaft. When the ECU can’t control the shaft via feedback to the position sensor. The check engine light comes on. Replace the whole manifold assembly.

    • @wtk6069
      @wtk6069 Рік тому +1

      My experience is very similar. I have a 2013 VW Tiguan with a 2.0 TSI that has 164K miles currently. Two of the coils failed at around 150K. I changed the first, then the other three when the second failed a month later. It burns about a quart of oil every oil change (@ 10K), and I have to top it off every few weeks, but that's normal for most cars I've had with high mileage. I keep a little in the back just in case I need it. And I have a persistent 0299 code from the waistgate flap on the turbo not sealing well (apparently they can deform over time from heat), but it's mostly just a nuisance code that I clear and forget. This little car has been a workhorse for me.

    • @HomesByGlen
      @HomesByGlen 8 місяців тому

      I received a notice from VW that they're extending my warranty on my 2013 VW CC to 120k but only if the CEL comes on AND it's the plastic intake manifold leak problem....This thing has been a headache the last 3 yrs. I bought it from Avis at 26k miles. It was sill newish until the water pump started leaking and the PCV breather started causing misfires and one fuel injector failing.
      I didn't realize these TSI engines need a carbon clean every 50k and it's not for the faint of heart.
      Mine hesitates on stepping on the gas and still does after replacing the breather assm. I've ALWAYS used Premium fuel, but who knows what the renters used...no doubt regular unleaded.

  • @nelmanelo3742
    @nelmanelo3742 3 роки тому +85

    ''Maintenance into this car is enough to cripple a king'' BMW M5 🤣🤣🤣

    • @rolutarboi1306
      @rolutarboi1306 3 роки тому

      I think new M5 F90 are reliable

    • @dkbiznitch
      @dkbiznitch 3 роки тому

      The m cars are 4.4liters but they are the s63 which is much more reliable

    • @gregpst77
      @gregpst77 3 роки тому +2

      @@rolutarboi1306 give it time for those plastic engine parts to fail...

    • @Anythingyoulike2013
      @Anythingyoulike2013 3 роки тому +3

      BMW v8 is a joke. I6 on the other hand will easily do a few 100k miles with maintenance of course.

    • @romonshakra9381
      @romonshakra9381 3 роки тому

      @@rolutarboi1306 hhhhhhhhhhhh

  • @Shadobanned4life
    @Shadobanned4life 3 роки тому +3

    Valuable info that can save car buyers a ton of money and headaches ! Thanks Sir !😁

    • @ECPP
      @ECPP  3 роки тому

      You are very welcome

  • @michaelatkins9780
    @michaelatkins9780 2 роки тому +2

    Excellent content, common sense presentation with understandable outcomes. Great job sir.

    • @ECPP
      @ECPP  2 роки тому

      Thank you very much for watching. Much appreciated

  • @googlreviews7813
    @googlreviews7813 2 роки тому +1

    Very good video, those are types of ideas that people need to see and watch.

    • @ECPP
      @ECPP  2 роки тому

      Thank you very much

  • @oshokesimon3415
    @oshokesimon3415 3 роки тому +7

    Am happy to have discovered you! Highly informative to aid my decision making.

    • @RobertBeedle
      @RobertBeedle 3 роки тому

      If you are looking to buy and can wait for prices to come down next year I highly recommend it. The used market is going to crash 💥 down in prices

  • @dm5374
    @dm5374 3 роки тому +33

    Great video! I would have added also the Mercedes M272/273 engines, which were subject to a class action in the U.S.. I have one in my CLS but as soon as I found out about the problem (wear on the gear that drives the balance shaft in the V6/ idle shaft in the V8 leading to massive engine failure) I had the engine pulled out and the gear replaced. Better to spend $2,500 preventively than $8-10,000 when the CEL comes on. The stupid part cost only $250, BTW.

    • @dm5374
      @dm5374 Рік тому

      @@salvationbygracethroughfaith Local Mercedes dealer

    • @dm5374
      @dm5374 Рік тому

      @@salvationbygracethroughfaith No, I live in Italy. I translated prices from Euros. I maintain a home and a Mercdes in SoCal though and the price would have been a lot higher there.

  • @playboymaxim
    @playboymaxim 3 роки тому +13

    Great video! You see a lot of cars like these in those fly by night car dealerships, the "buy here pay here" dealers that cater to poor people with bad credit. The dealers buy them dirt cheap at auctions, clean them up nice, and people who are desperate for a car make overpriced payments on them thinking they're getting their dream car, and it ends up being a whole bunch of problems lol

    • @ECPP
      @ECPP  3 роки тому +2

      Well said! I agree

    • @Chevyboiz
      @Chevyboiz Рік тому

      Just because your credit is bad doesn't make your poor. That European way of thinking should of stayed in Europe

  • @dannydurden8360
    @dannydurden8360 3 роки тому +7

    Got a 04 Pontiac grand prix that has 267275 miles on it 3800 great car almost 18 years old and still going strong

    • @runforit4203
      @runforit4203 3 роки тому

      GM wanted to axe the 3800 in 1999 but kept it in production because customers wanted it until the late 2000s. The Buick 3800 was a fantastic engine for its time.

  • @pulie2330
    @pulie2330 3 роки тому +5

    Great video! Very informative

    • @ECPP
      @ECPP  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks a lot.

  • @chrisjohnson4752
    @chrisjohnson4752 3 роки тому +10

    Keep up the good work 💪. Love to see honesty and someone trying to protect us consumers

    • @ECPP
      @ECPP  3 роки тому +1

      You bet, thanks for watching.

  • @georgiosevangelou9258
    @georgiosevangelou9258 3 роки тому +6

    I am the old school.I don't care what the manufacturer says,I always made the first oil and filter change at 1000 km.After that I change every 10.000 km or max 12 month's.Always quality oil and not overfill.And by the way,the best engine ever built are Volvo B23,you can't kill it....

  • @badactor3440
    @badactor3440 Рік тому +13

    I have the 2013 Escape SE with a 1.6L Ecoboost engine. This was the year before Ford changed the engine design in order to increase HP, which resulted in coolant eventually leaking into the #2 cylinder. My Escape has 150,000 miles so far and is still going strong. Very reliable vehicle with only a few, minor problems.

    • @lmlm-ph4pp
      @lmlm-ph4pp Рік тому

      I had a 2012 bought new in 2011. It was reliable for me also.

    • @badactor3440
      @badactor3440 Рік тому +3

      @@lmlm-ph4pp 2013 models and up are completely redesigned, for better and worse

    • @axisgalaxis
      @axisgalaxis 11 місяців тому +1

      2013 escape turbo 1.6. Just changed oil today ! 217000 miles ! Run royal purple no issues with vehicle but radio don’t work. All else on screen works but not radio or Bluetooth for phone. !

    • @seanm7553
      @seanm7553 10 місяців тому +1

      Wife's 2017 ford escape 1.5 L ecoboost. 2 blown engines 90,000 miles.😢

    • @moej6014
      @moej6014 10 місяців тому +1

      2014 Escape SE 1.6L Ecoboost with 125,000 miles on it. Still running strong.
      Transmission and battery at 100k. Coolant bypass valve over a year ago. Tires twice, brakes every few years and oil changes every 5,000 miles.
      I have to replace the backup camera. It goes blank or flips upside down intermittently.

  • @nealammerman6768
    @nealammerman6768 3 роки тому +11

    I’ll keep my 2010 Ford Ranger .257,000 miles and never had a mechanical problem. Almost no oil use between changes at 3,000-4,000 miles.

  • @mr06vette
    @mr06vette 3 роки тому +33

    My M5 started going through 1 quart of BMW oil every week when it got to about 75k, maintenance on it was killing me. But when it was driving right it was a beautiful ride.

    • @ECPP
      @ECPP  3 роки тому +6

      They are great top drive but you are right, big bucks to keep it right.

    • @gregpst77
      @gregpst77 3 роки тому +8

      Doesn't sound worth it.

    • @ML-yn9yu
      @ML-yn9yu 3 роки тому

      @@gregpst77 IKR

    • @HeichH1
      @HeichH1 3 роки тому +5

      BMW: Biggest Money Wasters

    • @TestECull
      @TestECull 3 роки тому +3

      What in the everloving fuck?! My mid 80s Ford with 330+ thousand miles on it barely uses any oil at all over a 5k oil change, yet your M5 was sucking a quart down a week?!?!

  • @markks2321
    @markks2321 2 роки тому +7

    I had a 2012 Hyundai Tucson with the 2.4 liter engine that spun a rod bearing, same issues with the Santa Fe and Sonata's. Hyundai wouldn't repair my Tucson even though it had the same engine. Only had about 81,000 miles on the engine. Never will buy a Hyundai or Kia again!

  • @rdmineer1
    @rdmineer1 3 роки тому +4

    The Nissan KA24e in my 1995 D21 King Cab has been 281,000 miles, plus all idling, hasn't smoked or blown a head gasket yet. Easily passes emissions (AZ) and has a 5-speed, so no tranny to break either.

  • @kennethwilliams4874
    @kennethwilliams4874 3 роки тому +28

    This guy's videos are awesome. One of the finest usages of UA-cam is people who know what they are talking about, telling it like it is. Definitely automotive advice to be considered seriously.

    • @RitzyTrailerII
      @RitzyTrailerII Рік тому

      I find it hard to take anyone too seriously that can't pronounce "Hyundai" correctly. They've been around for 40 years. It rhymes with Sunday. Ugh.

  • @spot333
    @spot333 3 роки тому +104

    I thought Scotty was the only one who use the phrase " Endless money pits"

    • @98765432139267
      @98765432139267 3 роки тому +8

      About getting sick of this Scotty crap on every comments sections!

    • @flexmasterize
      @flexmasterize 3 роки тому +1

      @@98765432139267 same, if i wanted to listen to some old coot preach the benefits of driving a car as old as he is, I wouldn't be here

    • @zythr9999
      @zythr9999 2 роки тому +5

      @@98765432139267 Scotty is the man

    • @billyhill2488
      @billyhill2488 2 роки тому +1

      Scotty is a tool bag.

    • @judgedredd8876
      @judgedredd8876 2 роки тому +5

      Scotty's specialty is click-baiting titles (I am qutting, I am done, it's over, stupid people do this, etc.)

  • @simonjohnhinton1938
    @simonjohnhinton1938 2 роки тому +8

    My 2008 2.0 petrol mondeo may not be quick or flash but its done 155k miles and uses only a fraction of oil between 12k services. As far as I know it still has its original cam chain and is super quiet. But to be fair it does have a Japanese design duratec engine which whilst not being overly fuel efficient is extremely robust.

    • @DevouringKing
      @DevouringKing Рік тому +1

      i have a similar case. Mercedes B Class from 2005, with 2.0 Petrol 5 Gear Manual. Everything is untouched, still runs smooth and Silent after almost 20 years. Robust Engine.

  • @STohme
    @STohme 3 роки тому +1

    Very interesting and very nice video. Many thanks.

    • @ECPP
      @ECPP  2 роки тому

      Thank you

  • @frankteixeira1037
    @frankteixeira1037 3 роки тому +6

    My 2011 Kia Optima turbo engine did go at 180000 km in 2020 , but at least Kia replaced the the engine at no cost and gave a lifetime warrantee on the engine. Thus I bought a 2020 Teleuride.
    The wheel on my Z06 cracked on-site 2000 km ,Gm would not even give me a discount on a new wheel had to pay over $1000 for a new wheel.

  • @mengistok
    @mengistok 3 роки тому +3

    Awesome video.
    As always.

    • @ECPP
      @ECPP  3 роки тому

      Thank you very much.

  • @adrianjimenez3614
    @adrianjimenez3614 2 роки тому +1

    Great video as always, good to see Landrover Jaguar didn't make that list

    • @ECPP
      @ECPP  2 роки тому +1

      You bet. Thanks for watching

  • @govindkanan5027
    @govindkanan5027 3 роки тому +39

    Just go for Honda and Toyota you are on safe ground.

    • @theoracle6005
      @theoracle6005 3 роки тому +1

      Absolutely, Honda and Toyota are reliable all round. One of my family members chose to buy an X5 and had leakage issues from the sunroof , this is poor for a car that's less than 3mths old

    • @JatXoc
      @JatXoc 3 роки тому +6

      Honda's and Toyota's have lost the reliability badge years ago

    • @earthman6700
      @earthman6700 3 роки тому +2

      @@fenderstrat7547 Tesla, by far.

    • @theoracle6005
      @theoracle6005 3 роки тому +2

      @@JatXoc Honda's K24 series is one of the most reliable 4 cylinder engines built. I have owned both German and Japanese cars and have found that there is less reliability issues from the Japanese especially Honda and Toyota. Having said this I have found Mazdas to be less reliable.

    • @legendarynikoproyou4569
      @legendarynikoproyou4569 2 роки тому

      Honda engines needs valve timing they are still old school if they burn oil that could be one of the problems

  • @boondocks8002
    @boondocks8002 3 роки тому +23

    Had an 2014 m5 but traded it for a lexus 1yr and half ago. Glad I did.

    • @rolutarboi1306
      @rolutarboi1306 3 роки тому

      How many milages? Does it reliable?

    • @robertceroli3512
      @robertceroli3512 3 роки тому

      And let me guess u have money in your back pocket now as lexus doesn't break your wallet

    • @troytruong8246
      @troytruong8246 3 роки тому +4

      best decision you'll ever made in your life by switching to lexus. lol

    • @boondocks8002
      @boondocks8002 3 роки тому +1

      @@troytruong8246 I know you are right. But my spouse and I will be die hard bmw fans till we are 6ft under lol. We do still have his and hers 330 ci red...they are cheaper to maintain but constantly having to replace a lot little things. But not as bad as that m5. Blessings!

    • @boondocks8002
      @boondocks8002 3 роки тому

      @@robertceroli3512 lol ...so that's why I have a few extra bucks?

  • @hepburndavis296
    @hepburndavis296 3 роки тому +39

    Interestingly, BMW is represented twice on this ignoble list.

    • @nickybritain4900
      @nickybritain4900 3 роки тому +7

      BMW? Not well built, not too reliable, poor general quality. No thanks.

    • @jaysonoliveira4752
      @jaysonoliveira4752 3 роки тому +3

      I'm a lexus man, last forever, plenty of power,great styling and safety. Parts are a fraction of the costs compared to audi, bmw,Mercedes etc etc.....

    • @longi625
      @longi625 3 роки тому +5

      I've always thought BMW's were turd anyway. Always going wrong and expensive to repair. Bit like Land Rover Disco's.

    • @sunbeam8866
      @sunbeam8866 3 роки тому +4

      I'm sure if the list was longer, BMW could've gained even more spots!

    • @chrisg6091
      @chrisg6091 3 роки тому +1

      The E series Mercedes Benz are notoriously unreliable money pits.
      Audi are insanely labor intensive for routine jobs like timing chain.
      Etc etc etc

  • @MattPSU02
    @MattPSU02 2 роки тому +6

    Thanks for mentioning the Theta II motors, but you forgot the 2.0T engine that's part of those recalls and is a reliability disaster.
    My neighbor has an RX-8 just dead in his driveway for 5+ years now.

    • @brennanmessmer8983
      @brennanmessmer8983 Рік тому +1

      Only reason the rx8 was so bad was because ford had to put there dirty hands on it and ruin it made it so it didn’t burn oil like they natural do and the apex seals were not the same quality as the old ones plus many other factors like emissions but mazda is building it again

  • @mario_jesusfollower2953
    @mario_jesusfollower2953 3 роки тому +3

    Hey man. Great video. I have a question. How good are the other Ford engines, like the 2.3 liter ecoboost, the 2.7 ecoboost v6, the 3.5 in the f150? But more specifically the 2.3, the 2.7, and their v8? Thanks👍🏽

    • @jamesflames9930
      @jamesflames9930 3 роки тому +3

      2.3 is solid early 2.3 2015, 2016 have timing cover leaks on some but solid .motor will make it to 100k + easy..3.5 will hit 100k just gota keep.oil regular change & use synthetic if its a Eco 3.5 with turbo, turbo motors run hotter..2.7 eco is simular to 3.5 eco just change the oil regularly those motors dont like prolonged oil my cousin blew his 2.7 eco ran conventional with prolonged changes..All Eco engines before 2018 you need to add a oil catch can because of carbon build up on the back of the valves.

    • @mario_jesusfollower2953
      @mario_jesusfollower2953 3 роки тому

      @@jamesflames9930 thx man

    • @mpeugeot
      @mpeugeot 2 роки тому +2

      I will put it this way, my 2011 3.5l ecoboost has nearly 250k miles with no major issues, repairs, or failures. So far the only problems have been an exhaust gasket leak at 228k miles, a failed air conditioner compressor at 232k miles, and a water pump failed at 234k.
      Obviously, the AC failure was the most expensive (about $400 for all parts including condenser, seals, and compressor). The water pump was a $59.99 part. I don't remember the exhaust gasket price, but it wasn't an expensive part.
      I have never had an oil catch can, but I am sure that it would not hurt to add one.

    • @allenstuck2861
      @allenstuck2861 2 роки тому +1

      I love my Ford 3.5 210000 been good to me

  • @aymanlockhartable
    @aymanlockhartable 3 роки тому +4

    Thank you for warning ticking time bombs! Appreciate!

    • @ECPP
      @ECPP  3 роки тому

      You are most welcome

  • @anujpjain
    @anujpjain 3 роки тому +9

    Not a single Honda or Toyota made this list, as expected. What's surprising though, is that not a single Mercedes did either.

    • @johnsteelman3397
      @johnsteelman3397 3 роки тому +1

      For the most part mb engines are great.i have had 2 Toyota that didn't make 100000 both 4 cyl a corolla and a camry

  • @martinwoodworth3715
    @martinwoodworth3715 2 роки тому +3

    Great vid, thanks. My 2003 Citroen 'C3' 1.4 diesel is just coming up to 142,000 miles & runs like new :)

    • @ECPP
      @ECPP  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks for watching

    • @tommurphy4307
      @tommurphy4307 2 роки тому

      you mean its as slow as ever

    • @martinwoodworth3715
      @martinwoodworth3715 2 роки тому +1

      @@tommurphy4307 I'm not bothered, not many places you can use a fast car.

  • @ericd2791
    @ericd2791 2 роки тому +1

    my jeep have the 3.6 L Pentastar V6 with over 40.000 miles on it. runs just fine. but thank you for making this video, can help out friends of my on what to look out for. & me as well when i get a new car.

  • @jamiesmith6838
    @jamiesmith6838 3 роки тому +3

    Thank you. Loving your honesty and your automotive knowledge.

  • @gkrieger6824
    @gkrieger6824 3 роки тому +11

    Could have also added the E90, E92, and E93 M3 for the same rod bearing issue. Great info!

    • @ECPP
      @ECPP  3 роки тому +1

      Good call!

    • @pficarra2801
      @pficarra2801 3 роки тому

      My e60 M has 104k and still going very strong. Almost as if you take care of it and treat the engine like the supercar powerplant that it is(~100bhp/L), it won't spontaneously explode at 50k miles.
      It's all good though, all the negative press just makes these wonderful machines that much cheaper.

  • @adrianfeek7424
    @adrianfeek7424 3 роки тому

    Hi good video I was told by some that a lot of garages in uk say anything with EcoBoost is useless

  • @bcfmef
    @bcfmef 2 роки тому +46

    Might wanna add any GM vehicle with cylinder deactivation

    • @waynelewis8710
      @waynelewis8710 2 роки тому +4

      buy a Toyota all your problems will be over

    • @Bushy556
      @Bushy556 2 роки тому +1

      @@waynelewis8710 not 100% true. Several of mine needed head gaskets, radiators, fuel pumps, transmission rebuilds. 99-04

    • @petehoskins1267
      @petehoskins1267 2 роки тому +1

      Interesting comments re Toyota. My partner has had since new a 1993 Corolla Seca Hatchback with the 4A-GE 1.6L 4 cyl. (I also owned one from 92-1999 before going to a V8) the Toyota will just keep going and going, rev to 7,700 and love to be driven but don’t have any real torque. Very little service cost or problems, great motor. Cheers.

    • @baileymitchell6650
      @baileymitchell6650 2 роки тому

      @@waynelewis8710 states buy a Toyota but fails to realize Toyota electronics hinder the car every 10k miles I’ve seen more corollas and camrys have a Christmas tree on the dash than a lot of other brands not including Range Rover also even with most of the interior remodels they seem to be 10 years behind the curve the only thing they have going for them is that bmw they call a Supra

    • @kylef5489
      @kylef5489 2 роки тому

      @@baileymitchell6650 lol this is false come on😂

  • @1PotatoeMasher1
    @1PotatoeMasher1 3 роки тому +5

    The BMW V10 is great if you have a lot of money to modify it for reliability and keep it preheated in a garage before you drive it. You can modify also the 2.0 TSIs for reliability much cheaper, most newer ones only need a catch can + normal maintenance to last a very long time. They can hold some very good power as well.

    • @ECPP
      @ECPP  3 роки тому +1

      That is true

  • @grantbradley5084
    @grantbradley5084 3 роки тому +43

    My 2012 Audi A4 was also problematic. Fuel pump and water pump failed before 40k. The pistons, rings and timing chain were replaced at 55 k because of excessive oil consumption. Still own the car at 64k. Keeping my fingers crossed!

    • @kristo24
      @kristo24 2 роки тому +2

      Yes thats true , even my vw cc 2013 I buy it with 27k miles and when was 39k I change the water pump, fuel injection ect . In 44k miles I just trade it for subaru legacy 2014 and I'm happy and no light in dashboard

    • @matthewpoole7752
      @matthewpoole7752 2 роки тому +4

      I had a 2010 audi and would never get a audi again cars a less reliable then alfa romero dealer service is beyond a joke

    • @joebloggs830
      @joebloggs830 Рік тому +1

      Burning oil is a result of not doing a run-in on the engine, and a droplet getting past the rings... nothing that you can do now, it may turn you off the brand entirely, but it was, at one stage, a preventable issue

    • @zen933
      @zen933 Рік тому +3

      @@joebloggs830 BS. It's so widely known and common issue in TFSI's that it's not a user error...

    • @joebloggs830
      @joebloggs830 Рік тому +1

      @@zen933
      Don't judge a car based on brand - the Audi in North America is different from Audi in Europe because Audi NA is built mostly from Mexico, and Audi EU is built from Germany... The build quality is better from EU made cars, because that's what they do and are known for. Luckily my VW is EU made and no oil burn issue, then again, I also purchased brand new with 15 miles on it and did the run-in myself.

  • @elcompavergolia9986
    @elcompavergolia9986 Рік тому +3

    I have a 1995 Toyota Corolla with 490k miles on its and still runs great. It has original engine and transmission, no major repairs.

  • @jamespeoples6715
    @jamespeoples6715 Рік тому +1

    very informative keep them coming bugutti bill😄

    • @ECPP
      @ECPP  Рік тому

      You bet

  • @rwdplz1
    @rwdplz1 3 роки тому +5

    10:10 Had that one, 2014 STI, engine blew up @ 31,000 miles. Subaru replaced it, but I dumped the car just in case.

  • @FastSloW-qt8xf
    @FastSloW-qt8xf 3 роки тому +80

    Never believe a manufacturer who says 15k mile oil changes. I feel like they know if you do that it will give up the goose as soon as the warranty expires

    • @dam4274
      @dam4274 3 роки тому +10

      I stick with 5K regardless.

    • @TigerKittay
      @TigerKittay 3 роки тому +4

      Common sense dictates they want to reduce the lifespan of your car so you will want to replace it in 5 years or less.

    • @TheGamingNorwegian
      @TheGamingNorwegian 3 роки тому +1

      I stick with yearly service`s with my 330e lol, and i barely drive 1900 miles a year.

    • @Shadobanned4life
      @Shadobanned4life 3 роки тому +4

      15k miles is 11k too many.

    • @isserdigan2835
      @isserdigan2835 3 роки тому +1

      @@Shadobanned4life synthetic oil last longer than 5 K. If you dont use it much. Must be done yearly. Personally, indo every 5K

  • @marcussmith5755
    @marcussmith5755 3 роки тому +18

    The Equinox is as exciting as curdled milk 😂 brutal

    • @ECPP
      @ECPP  3 роки тому +1

      Lol, cheers

    • @kevincarlson4562
      @kevincarlson4562 2 роки тому +1

      'Bout as interesting as a Mormon driving a champagne colored Camry?

  • @davehooper5115
    @davehooper5115 Рік тому +1

    Great video very informative

    • @ECPP
      @ECPP  Рік тому

      Thank you

  • @Marcosmercado67
    @Marcosmercado67 3 роки тому +16

    You just crushed my childhood dream of owning a 2014 Ford Escape. Bummer. 😞

    • @harleyjackson5513
      @harleyjackson5513 3 роки тому +3

      My family has had great experience with Ford Escape!

    • @clujborn
      @clujborn 3 роки тому +7

      Why?Just look for one with the 2.0 ecoboost and you will be fine. Actually I have seen many "14 escapes with high mileage so dont believe everything you hear.

    • @robertelliottsr4566
      @robertelliottsr4566 3 роки тому +1

      My wife bought a used 2014 Escape with the 2.0 ecoboost engine with zero problems. Has over 60,000 miles on it. I personally change the oil at 4000-5000 miles. We have only put tires, windshield wipers and a battery in it. I have a 2018 ecoboost Mustang with zero problems also.

    • @jaysonstevens1953
      @jaysonstevens1953 3 роки тому +1

      FORD .... Stands for
      FIX OR REPAIR DAILY

    • @Cobra3901
      @Cobra3901 3 роки тому +4

      Just don’t get a 1.5… the 2 liter doesn’t have the head bolt/head gasket problem. Get a 2.0 and change the oil at3-4000 miles and you won’t have problems. Plus they fly for a little 2.0. The mileage isn’t the greatest though.

  • @lydellbell4638
    @lydellbell4638 3 роки тому +5

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    • @ECPP
      @ECPP  3 роки тому

      Thanks for watching!

    • @Cobra3901
      @Cobra3901 3 роки тому

      Half the crap this idiot said is bull… do more research before you listen to this crap. He’s too busy looking at body lines and headlights. 😂

  • @anthnnunley
    @anthnnunley 2 роки тому

    Yet, another great video. I like this guy. He said, the engine in the BMW M5 "will cripple a king!"🤣😂🤣😂

  • @flexmasterize
    @flexmasterize 3 роки тому +8

    I have no idea why people love Subaru, I never ever hear anything good about their engines. Head gasket failure this, oil consumption that

    • @je19662008
      @je19662008 2 роки тому

      The only problem with Subaru is that they stubbornly, almost masochistically, refuse to abandon that archaic boxer style engine of theirs. They'd be right up there with Honda & Toyota, maybe even surpassing them on some levels if they did.

    • @bwc1976
      @bwc1976 2 роки тому

      I remember when their slogan used to be "inexpensive and built to stay that way". But these days they keep pushing the bleeding edge of performance and technology just like BMW does, and are no better than BMW.

  • @MyCatIsSmarter
    @MyCatIsSmarter 3 роки тому +7

    I had a Subaru with the 2.5 L turbo. Burnt valves at 90,000. Broken piston rings at 130,000

    • @ECPP
      @ECPP  3 роки тому +1

      Sorry tp hear about it. Sadly this is pretty common.

  • @robbyrob8349
    @robbyrob8349 3 роки тому +4

    Lol I had the same exact problem with the catalytic converters on my Nissan Ultima. Instead of replacing them, I just cut them off and drive without them. I'm sure glad that I live in South Carolina which has no auto inspections😂😂

  • @mjk9674
    @mjk9674 Рік тому

    Great job, very funny and entertaining

  • @jstanovic
    @jstanovic 2 роки тому +46

    The only way to own most German cars, and I have had a few, is to lease them for three years. Drive them the way you should drive an expensive “high performance” car. Right before it would start taking alligator size bites out of your wallet, turn it back in. Once you get that out of your system, buy a Lexus and keep it for 10-12 years!

    • @321thach
      @321thach 2 роки тому +2

      Why waste 3 years of your time and money why not just buy a Lexus in the beginning? Yeah I have a few friends and family member learn the hard way. They purchase a BMW because of the name brand popularity. Lol

    • @jstanovic
      @jstanovic 2 роки тому +3

      BMW is a great cat to lease

    • @cosmic_gate476
      @cosmic_gate476 2 роки тому

      @@321thach the question is why not lol depends on people's budgets

    • @321thach
      @321thach 2 роки тому

      @@cosmic_gate476 leasing the German car cost more than the lexus purchase

    • @sweatyben1550
      @sweatyben1550 2 роки тому +2

      @@321thach because not everybody wants to drive a boring femalemobile forever?

  • @michelprovencher3798
    @michelprovencher3798 3 роки тому +3

    This excellent information is why I subscribed. Again, thanks!

    • @ECPP
      @ECPP  3 роки тому +1

      Welcome! and many thanks again.

    • @micualex9799
      @micualex9799 3 роки тому

      Me too LOL, i knew about audi engine

  • @davidk5274
    @davidk5274 3 роки тому +46

    Ahh, the good old 4.4L V8 BMW N63 engine... I remember visiting BMW Edmonton every week so they could add 3-4 litres of oil and record the mileage driven of ~600-700km, because they did not initially believe the oil consumption I claimed. Then they had the audacity to quote me $12000 to fix the problem... No thank you BMW! LOL Good video Mark!

    • @troytruong8246
      @troytruong8246 3 роки тому +1

      bmw stealership can go fuck themselves. People can be so ignorant. throwing away their hard earned money for the badge of the car. lol. I had a bmw before, never again.

    • @chefpeepoo6194
      @chefpeepoo6194 3 роки тому +7

      @@troytruong8246 bmw needs to go out of business, had 4 of them. Never again.

    • @Anythingyoulike2013
      @Anythingyoulike2013 3 роки тому

      BMW for life :) 318 320 330 525 640. Next to add to fleet, x6 3 litre. And an i8 please.

    • @arendbehrens2761
      @arendbehrens2761 3 роки тому +1

      BMW Big money wasted!

    • @chefpeepoo6194
      @chefpeepoo6194 3 роки тому +1

      @@Anythingyoulike2013 bmw sucks .

  • @1SaG
    @1SaG 2 роки тому +2

    Funny... the 2.0 TSI in my 2010 Golf VI GTI hit a lot of the "marks" you mentioned. Busted water-pump, broken ignition coil ... oh, and then: catastrophic damage to the top-end (probably due to faulty chain-tensioner .. can't be sure because it "luckily" happened to the poor guy my dealer sold the car on to). As an added, non-engine-related bonus, the AC-compressor also croaked.
    I had the Mk V Golf GTI before, which had the EA113 (timing belt) engine and that one was totally trouble free - and I put about 20,000km more on it than on the Mk VI.

    • @xynostasos9022
      @xynostasos9022 Рік тому

      Retarded timing chain design and stupid quality control on the selection of the pistons. "German quality".

  • @pmtips4482
    @pmtips4482 2 роки тому +1

    We bought a new 2020 Kia Sorento last August. It has 9,000 miles on it and does not burn a drop of oil, oil stays very clean too.
    I changed my own oil in it at 1,422....4689....and 7808 miles. I use Pennzoil Platinum Synthetic 5W-20 and genuine Kia oil filters.
    The Sorento is a dream to drive, entry and exit is nice and easy too.
    Fingers crossed!

    • @ECPP
      @ECPP  2 роки тому

      Hopefully it stays fine. Thanks for sharing.

    • @lonniebeal6032
      @lonniebeal6032 2 роки тому

      Just had my Sportage combustion chamber flushed by Kia at 68,000 mile due to using a qt of oil every 400 miles, now have to go 2 weeks to see if it helped.

  • @thatinformativeguy
    @thatinformativeguy 3 роки тому +5

    I saw that white Kia SUV thinking u were about to say that the 3.3 liter GDI was unreliable but u said the 2.0 and 2.4. I was like that makes way more sense lol.

    • @ECPP
      @ECPP  3 роки тому +2

      You bet

    • @NovaResource
      @NovaResource 3 роки тому

      Actually it’s just the American built 2.4 and 2.0. The ones built in Korea do not have that problem.

  • @TigerKittay
    @TigerKittay 3 роки тому +26

    These are money pits, just ask uncle Scott Kilmer.

    • @gregpst77
      @gregpst77 3 роки тому +4

      Seriously. What absolute junk for how expensive BMWs are.

    • @redneck4528
      @redneck4528 3 роки тому +1

      Listen to Scotty and drive a shitbox 93 Celica that burns oil. Eat top ramen and use discarded junk mail as toilet paper as well.

  • @comali2212
    @comali2212 3 роки тому +5

    Do not forget that it is how you drive and maintain your car that plays a major role in keeping the miles building up.

  • @eac1235
    @eac1235 3 роки тому +19

    Never heard of or had the problems he speaks of with the Altima. We bought a new 2002 and had it until 2017 . It had 265k and oil consumption until we sold it was maybe a half quart ever 3000 to 4000 miles. Now here were the problems. Head gasket blew at 122k, air conditioning clutch, 6 belt tensioners, 3 crank sensors, 4 camshaft sensors, transmission at 212 k . One time the lights wouldn't turn off until I disconnected the battery. The shifter interlock broke after 4 years so I rigged a piece of plastic to hold it down with the cover piece. The weather stripping around the doors was garbage. This is why I will NEVER own a crappy Nissan again they are the Japanese version of Chrysler/Dodge. From now on its Honda/Acura and Lexus/Toyota.

    • @jerryjeromehawkins1712
      @jerryjeromehawkins1712 Рік тому +2

      Toyota? My Tacoma was such a lemon my son nicknamed it the Lemona! We also had a 2008 Civic that was a pile of junk. We learned the hard way that Honda is NOT a friendly company to deal with. Four years after trading it in We received a letter notifying us of a class action lawsuit against Honda... and if we had any receipts for the multiple front tires that needed to be replaced (impossible to align correctly) we'd receive a small percentage of our out of pocket expenses in return... four years later, lol.
      My current vehicle is a 2019 Wrangler Unlimited. 92k trouble-free miles!!
      The Toyota/Honda dependability myth always makes me laugh.

    • @SparkySlow
      @SparkySlow Рік тому

      Oh so there was no problem with the Nissan, only headgasket blew

    • @surfside75
      @surfside75 Рік тому

      Toyota.

    • @surfside75
      @surfside75 Рік тому

      @@jerryjeromehawkins1712 yeah can't say the same as I own a ’97 v6 4runner with over 370k nothing major ever replaced. My '05 Sienna is unbelievable, so very reliable. I've only replaced battery and bulbs 170k. My father and mother own '97/99 corolla and he's hitting 600k, she 260k.. my brother owns a corolla.. -ok you get the point😂

  • @timothylanders3189
    @timothylanders3189 3 роки тому +3

    @16:28 thinkyou meant piston & valve meeting haha. Great clip ;)

    • @ECPP
      @ECPP  3 роки тому +1

      My bad

    • @clinton5538
      @clinton5538 3 роки тому

      9:58 Chevy 2.4L 4 cylinder. Yep the pistons and cylinders have already met, the piston being the wild one...in fact, do NOT introduce it to a valve, catastrophic!

  • @phillmccracken4219
    @phillmccracken4219 3 роки тому +8

    I agree with all of your poor engine vehicles except the 1.6l ecoboost. I have 170k on mine and if taken in for the coolant upgrade is trouble free.( recall) no charge. This engine has cost me a total of $175.00 for an evap hose assembly in repairs. This does not include maintenance items like plugs, oil and filters. But I maintain my vehicles and change oil before manufacture recommended intervals.

    • @JonnyRicter
      @JonnyRicter 3 роки тому +3

      I have 275k on my 2.0l ecoboost and it’s still going strong. They are exceptional engines, as long as the owner/operator maintains it properly.

    • @sullivanthomas1775
      @sullivanthomas1775 2 роки тому

      @@JonnyRicter thats the issue. Alot of owners don't maintain them. I had a guy in a ecoboost f150 and didn't change the oil and he finally brought it in just to find the dipstick looking like it's been used as toilet paper after a bad night at taco bell. Although I fucking hate doing oil changes on the eco boost trucks.

    • @NoahDoane
      @NoahDoane Рік тому

      The 1.6 was a good engine, and the 2.0 probably is with the new block. They replaced the 1.5 with 1.5 3 cylinder which seems to be much better too.

  • @williammartin4206
    @williammartin4206 2 роки тому +3

    a very smart man that has much knowledge of automobiles. and yet, there are MANY people who will buy these cars that don't do their homework. Great video.

    • @ECPP
      @ECPP  2 роки тому

      Thank you very much William. Have an awesome day. Cheers

    • @dennisdegroot7490
      @dennisdegroot7490 2 роки тому

      The logo is more important than quality for lots of people.

    • @mrsthatcher9815
      @mrsthatcher9815 Рік тому

      utter nonsense - i have 2009 a4 no problems at 160,000

    • @williammartin4206
      @williammartin4206 Рік тому

      @@mrsthatcher9815 Lexus 340,000 and no issues.
      Highlander 2006 4 cylinder 2WD 230,000 been sitting for 16 months...just bought it from a kid at work for $100. Triple A used a jump box and drove it up the flat bed. Ive been driving it ever since. Expo car lot will give me between %6,000 - $7,000 for it.

  • @rogersimpson9725
    @rogersimpson9725 2 роки тому +3

    I've owned 120+ cars in my life. I haven't owned any of the ones mentioned.
    I stick with Fords, Mazdas mainly. Ford Tempo-450,000. Mazda truck 275,000 when I sold it. Didn't use a drop of oil. I have a 1978 Dodge 318 with 75,000 original miles. Purrs like a kitten.
    1970 El Camino. 1979 Trans Am. 1965 Nova. 66 Malibu. 75 Impala. All of them 100,000+ miles.
    I don't use anything lighter than 10w30. Ever. Sometimes 10w40.

  • @markussteinmann2890
    @markussteinmann2890 3 роки тому +23

    In South Africa we call the Ford Escape a Ford Kuga. A lot of these cars burned. This also caused deaths.

    • @jeff1595
      @jeff1595 3 роки тому +2

      It caused one death

    • @-DC-
      @-DC- 3 роки тому +1

      Kuga here in Europe as well mostly diesel's though .

    • @BaMbOoZeD
      @BaMbOoZeD 3 роки тому +1

      Never heard about the fire in the old models, only on phev Kuga, but it was a battery failure, not the car itself 🤔

    • @tommurphy4307
      @tommurphy4307 2 роки тому

      don't forget all the headaches

    • @BaMbOoZeD
      @BaMbOoZeD 2 роки тому

      @@tommurphy4307 Headaches by what exactly?

  • @billmorris2613
    @billmorris2613 3 роки тому +6

    I was glad to know that none of these cars would be anything I would be interested in owning.

  • @charlestaylor8566
    @charlestaylor8566 2 роки тому +4

    I wouldn’t worry about engines not lasting to 60.000 miles ….the price of fuel will curtail our driving to about 16.000 miles over the life of the car !

    • @ECPP
      @ECPP  2 роки тому

      Haha….right?