I'm a 2009 118i M Sport hatch owner. Off your list I've had a timing chain, rear ABS rings, 1 set of coil packs, 1 injector in the 9 years I've had it. Admittedly the rear wiper is stuck in the middle at the mo, but it's a pleasure to own, I love driving it. I see no reason to change my car.
@@slecco6930 I happen to have bought a secondhand 2008 118i about a year ago. I think it's a great car but some costs could be a bit higher compared to some other cars. I got mine at 241k KM on the clock but with a lot of big maintenance done at a specialist or dealer. In the 30k KM i drove since, i've had 2 unfortunate replacements being the radiator & gearbox catchpan (both fittings cracked simply from age, wear & tear). Other than that no engine lights or anything "major". I'd say the classic thing of keep about 10 to 20% of the price of the car in your savings for any preventive/sudden repairs. They told me after the last APK (to check if your vehicle is safe and maintained enough to stay on the Dutch roads) that all is well and i won't have to come back for what we call big maintenance (them checking all fluids and parts prone to wear) for another 30k KM or 2 years. I'd advise to check for cars that have all the maintenance & parts receipts present so you can check for yourself if all the big stuff like timing chains has already been done recently or is coming up.
I got a 116i E81 2009, I have to replace the ABS Ring - Rear right first time and the chain the 2nd time now.. ( 1. 150.000Km & 2. 234.000Km ). Not fast but I love to drive it
In the USA with my 2013 128i, its relatively low mileage and aside from the oil leaks it's been a reliable, great fun-to-drive coupe. Great vid Gtech MW!
Thank God I have an old Rover.. don't have to worry about any of those pottential issues. Just the occasional trailing arm bush and Head gasket replacement.. then you are good to go for another 100k. 😊
around 14:00 ... what's with all the rap music going on? Music to high. Hard to concentrate and hear the guy explain the issues.... sounds like some kinda "bump 'n grind" party wt
I’ve got a 2010 120d msport trim e87 hatch auto just hit 100k. So far I’ve only had to do a small breaker pipe on the turbo, a wheel hub bearing and replace the front washer jet motor. Also needs an intermittent rear wiper fixing. Overall they’re a great daily driver, economical to run on motorway commutes and fun to drive. I always service mine around 10k miles or annually regardless of mileage and replace the oil and filters at that time with OEM products. I’d agree though, the headlights are awful on these. I’ve tried nightbreaker bulbs but they only offer marginal improvement.
Very comprehensive, thank you. Looking to get a 1 series coupe and convert it to EV. So a lot of the engine problems won't apply, but still handy to know what mechanical and electrical issues to be aware of
My mates offered me one for 500, its the 1.6 petrol 56 plate on 90k 8 months MOT, its just going to be a 2nd run car around town, around these potential problems sound expensive though
Does BMW make any good engines these days? These problems could bankrupt an average salary earner! Helpful, clear review though, I'm off to buy Japanese!
bro I have a BMW from 2005 and it is pretty reliable. I had to change the rubber gaskets though because it was leaking oil as well as the throttle body. There is no car without problems. If you don't want to face any problems just take the taxi.
@@lgiorgos1 excellent to hear yours just needs standard maintenance. The ones from the early 2010s are particularly problematic. But thanks for the taxi idea 😂
How can I differentiate between a propshaft issue and the rear differential? My car is making like a juddering/knocking noise in first and second gear when going high revs
2007 116i here. 67k miles. I'm pretty sure I have a timing chain issue due to the rattles etc. Wish I lived close to your garage! Need to find someone close that knows what they are doing.
My 116 wont change gear with the motor running. The clutch was replaced by previous owner but within a couple of months, it wouldn't shift... fine with engine off. Any ideas?
@@liamkenny100 sounds like the clutch plate and bearing are not aligned, failing that could be a gear box issue, with out removing the gearbox and checking i would t be 💯
@itsimty yeah my thoughts too, but I'm not a mechanic. The car was free so could be worth replacing the clutch for around 800 and if no fix, we will sell to recoupe costs.. gearbox recondition is £1200 plus labour and vat 🫣 such a lovely car though 😍
I did have foot well module problem..got the car for 800 spent 56 pound unlocking..the foot well module..worked fine..my gears are pretty still going for the m3 gearbox mounts
1.oil leak on oil pan 2. timing chain guides broke and fall in to pickup pipe and cloge it 3. oil pump broke off 4.injectors 5.ABS rings 6.rear wiper leak all this happen to my 118i and many many more - fixed still running
@@WhatChuSay I went back to using my Mini cooper for the winter. Rear wheel drive in this weather isn't great. I'll sort it out in the Spring when I got the time money to deal with it.
I love my 1 series and dont want to let it go even if i have to do the work myself i have a no start no crank at the min from a flat battery now just every light on the dash and a click / whir sound like a fan then nothing any hints guys battery has 12.8 v after a charge
Do you really think a Mercedes dealership wants to service a BMW? In most countries around the world the VW and Mercedes dealerships have no interest with servicing a BMW for obvious commercial and consumer perception reasons. This is certainly the case in Australia.
I’ve got a 2lt diesel fuel pump broke up and buggered injections 😢£2000 bill and now just keep getting dpf going wrong and had it cleaned twice £350 a time!!! Any advice would be greatly appreciated
@@robsalisbury9352 dam. Good luck with it. I had a dpf light come up. A few pulls and higher rpm driving sorted mine. If you can fine somewhere that does “mots” might be worth gutting it and having it remapped out I know there is some things you can put in your diesel that clean the dpf also. Might be worth trying. Also what diesel are you putting it it? If you’re using normal DONT alsways opt for the premium BMWs are ment to be run on premium I also swapped to premium at the same time as it fixed itself I recommend bp premium or shell’s Vpower. It’s suppose to clean your engine at the same time and being a performance fuel and being all round better for the engine. It’s a little bit more expensive but not too much more and can save you paying the big bills like stated. Good luck with it man hope it resolves itself
My 120d 2007 has non of the problems you talking about ...and im on 300k miles on in ....and i own it for 10 years the only problem i had with it in this years is 1 thermostat and alternator and normal wearing parts ...like bushing , control arms , brakes and pads !
Many people complain of its internal parts, have the same engine in my e87 1 series, car has 185k kilometers on the clock and had no problems with the engine, only wear and tear items such as struts failing after 10 years of ownership
@@Kofi_Mensahs_BurnerAccount i am planning to buy 116i 2016 model 115000 km ran already, it is okay to buy what would be the maintenance cost in future
@@vinod4604 factor in a potential timing chain change in your plans. Chances are, the car hasn't had good oil changes and even if it has, poor quality oil was used. Check if the electric and power steering recalls have been done. Potential EGR issues and other than that it's generally a great upgrade to the first generation.
Bmw cars are really overated motorbikes are also overated i have a 2022 r1250gsa i reckon it will be unreliable in the long term was considering changing my focus mk2 2.0tdci titanium x for a 1 series coupe think i will stick with my ford
I'm a 2009 118i M Sport hatch owner. Off your list I've had a timing chain, rear ABS rings, 1 set of coil packs, 1 injector in the 9 years I've had it. Admittedly the rear wiper is stuck in the middle at the mo, but it's a pleasure to own, I love driving it. I see no reason to change my car.
What mileage was it that you had to have the chain replacement?
@@barrymichaels2663 It was actually quite low, around the 50k mark. I'm very carful to keep the oil changes up to date since.
Im planning on buying a secondhand 2008 bmw 118i as my first car, would you advise that to me or no?
@@slecco6930 I happen to have bought a secondhand 2008 118i about a year ago. I think it's a great car but some costs could be a bit higher compared to some other cars. I got mine at 241k KM on the clock but with a lot of big maintenance done at a specialist or dealer. In the 30k KM i drove since, i've had 2 unfortunate replacements being the radiator & gearbox catchpan (both fittings cracked simply from age, wear & tear). Other than that no engine lights or anything "major". I'd say the classic thing of keep about 10 to 20% of the price of the car in your savings for any preventive/sudden repairs. They told me after the last APK (to check if your vehicle is safe and maintained enough to stay on the Dutch roads) that all is well and i won't have to come back for what we call big maintenance (them checking all fluids and parts prone to wear) for another 30k KM or 2 years.
I'd advise to check for cars that have all the maintenance & parts receipts present so you can check for yourself if all the big stuff like timing chains has already been done recently or is coming up.
I got a 116i E81 2009, I have to replace the ABS Ring - Rear right first time and the chain the 2nd time now.. ( 1. 150.000Km & 2. 234.000Km ).
Not fast but I love to drive it
That music is doing my head in.
@@tom5216 sorry mate nothing I can do now it’s from the old videographer appreciate the feedback
In the USA with my 2013 128i, its relatively low mileage and aside from the oil leaks it's been a reliable, great fun-to-drive coupe.
Great vid Gtech MW!
Thanks
Thank you
What a professional in your own field! Perfect n straightforward lectures. Must b u hv progressed along well. Keep it up
Great video, but the music was too loud and annoying.
Turn up volume I didn't have a problem hearing him and music wasn't loud
@@kiantuhiwai344Turning up the volume makes the background issue worse. The background music was complained about by a number of viewers.
Great video. Lose the music though. Not good for informative videos.
brilliant explanation!
Great informative and comprehensove video.
Just please don't put music in the background.
Thank God I have an old Rover.. don't have to worry about any of those pottential issues. Just the occasional trailing arm bush and Head gasket replacement.. then you are good to go for another 100k. 😊
Is that a joke lol😂
around 14:00 ... what's with all the rap music going on? Music to high. Hard to concentrate and hear the guy explain the issues.... sounds like some kinda "bump 'n grind" party wt
I’ve got a 2010 120d msport trim e87 hatch auto just hit 100k. So far I’ve only had to do a small breaker pipe on the turbo, a wheel hub bearing and replace the front washer jet motor. Also needs an intermittent rear wiper fixing.
Overall they’re a great daily driver, economical to run on motorway commutes and fun to drive. I always service mine around 10k miles or annually regardless of mileage and replace the oil and filters at that time with OEM products.
I’d agree though, the headlights are awful on these. I’ve tried nightbreaker bulbs but they only offer marginal improvement.
Excelente informacion muchas gracias
There's water ingress here and there, which ends up in various modules, mostly PDC and FRM.
got 2013 116i, its good car in good condition but i did change silentblocks and front suspension and other minor works. 100 000km now.
Plz only instrumental songs cause text makes it harder to focus on what is being said.
Very comprehensive, thank you. Looking to get a 1 series coupe and convert it to EV. So a lot of the engine problems won't apply, but still handy to know what mechanical and electrical issues to be aware of
My mates offered me one for 500, its the 1.6 petrol 56 plate on 90k 8 months MOT, its just going to be a 2nd run car around town, around these potential problems sound expensive though
THNXS!
Does BMW make any good engines these days? These problems could bankrupt an average salary earner! Helpful, clear review though, I'm off to buy Japanese!
bro I have a BMW from 2005 and it is pretty reliable. I had to change the rubber gaskets though because it was leaking oil as well as the throttle body. There is no car without problems. If you don't want to face any problems just take the taxi.
@@lgiorgos1 excellent to hear yours just needs standard maintenance. The ones from the early 2010s are particularly problematic. But thanks for the taxi idea 😂
Please Please do E90 3 series (335d owner)
Check scuttle drain holes or face a wet ecu
2.5k to fix
£2,500? €2,500? US $2,500?
valve stem seal issue not mentioned? sun roof leaking water? oilfilter cooler seal leaking? Vanos problems? coolant leaks?
How can I differentiate between a propshaft issue and the rear differential? My car is making like a juddering/knocking noise in first and second gear when going high revs
2007 116i here. 67k miles. I'm pretty sure I have a timing chain issue due to the rattles etc. Wish I lived close to your garage! Need to find someone close that knows what they are doing.
which rattle? in acceleration?
My 116 wont change gear with the motor running. The clutch was replaced by previous owner but within a couple of months, it wouldn't shift... fine with engine off. Any ideas?
@@liamkenny100 sounds like the clutch plate and bearing are not aligned, failing that could be a gear box issue, with out removing the gearbox and checking i would t be 💯
@itsimty yeah my thoughts too, but I'm not a mechanic. The car was free so could be worth replacing the clutch for around 800 and if no fix, we will sell to recoupe costs.. gearbox recondition is £1200 plus labour and vat 🫣 such a lovely car though 😍
My M47 doesnt have big issues. Chain is stock at 250k mls Just normal maintenance
I did have foot well module problem..got the car for 800 spent 56 pound unlocking..the foot well module..worked fine..my gears are pretty still going for the m3 gearbox mounts
what do you mean unlocking the module? I have the same problem.
@@wonderwalls3565 are you uk based?
@@markheron2674 aus.
Any update on the 123d?
Nurburgring booked in May and new video coming very soon nearly there
Wow this was very detailed review. I'm just about to take 118d to try it for couple days. Thank you for all info 🤍
thank you
1.oil leak on oil pan
2. timing chain guides broke and fall in to pickup pipe and cloge it
3. oil pump broke off
4.injectors
5.ABS rings
6.rear wiper leak
all this happen to my 118i and many many more - fixed still running
Thanks mate. Now i'm totally terrified about fuel pump failure.
lol you should be deff check it
@@WhatChuSay I went back to using my Mini cooper for the winter. Rear wheel drive in this weather isn't great. I'll sort it out in the Spring when I got the time money to deal with it.
All I want for Christmas is my front crank seal
I love my 1 series and dont want to let it go even if i have to do the work myself i have a no start no crank at the min from a flat battery now just every light on the dash and a click / whir sound like a fan then nothing any hints guys battery has 12.8 v after a charge
I don’t have a BMW service center close to me but there is a VW. Can I take my BMW to them for servicing? Since they’re both German companies
Do you really think a Mercedes dealership wants to service a BMW?
In most countries around the world the VW and Mercedes dealerships have no interest with servicing a BMW for obvious commercial and consumer perception reasons. This is certainly the case in Australia.
Paldies par informaciju 0:25
Timing chain, abs rings, crank position sensor 2012 65k miles. And the auto start hardly ever activates maybe once a month.
I’ve got a 2lt diesel fuel pump broke up and buggered injections 😢£2000 bill and now just keep getting dpf going wrong and had it cleaned twice £350 a time!!! Any advice would be greatly appreciated
With you dpf jsut drive at higher rpms it should clean itself.
Avoid small journeys also. And make sure you let it warms up and cool down before setting off and turning the engine fof
I’ve tried the things you suggested but as soon as you go on a small journey say 5 to 10 miles the issue comes back 😔 but thanks for the advice 👍
@@robsalisbury9352 dam. Good luck with it. I had a dpf light come up. A few pulls and higher rpm driving sorted mine. If you can fine somewhere that does “mots” might be worth gutting it and having it remapped out I know there is some things you can put in your diesel that clean the dpf also. Might be worth trying. Also what diesel are you putting it it? If you’re using normal DONT alsways opt for the premium BMWs are ment to be run on premium I also swapped to premium at the same time as it fixed itself I recommend bp premium or shell’s Vpower. It’s suppose to clean your engine at the same time and being a performance fuel and being all round better for the engine. It’s a little bit more expensive but not too much more and can save you paying the big bills like stated. Good luck with it man hope it resolves itself
@@robsalisbury9352 yeah get a different garage ; there is obviously a fault that been missed - vaporiser , temp sensor cracked dpf etc
I just brought 2008 e88 that’s done 117.000miles worried now lol 😳
Why is the music so loud? We can barely hear the guy
My 120d 2007 has non of the problems you talking about ...and im on 300k miles on in ....and i own it for 10 years the only problem i had with it in this years is 1 thermostat and alternator and normal wearing parts ...like bushing , control arms , brakes and pads !
120d, 140kmiles abs ring one side, rear shock top mount
Is the n43 an good engine
Many people complain of its internal parts, have the same engine in my e87 1 series, car has 185k kilometers on the clock and had no problems with the engine, only wear and tear items such as struts failing after 10 years of ownership
Mine overheats but doesn’t come up as a fault. Anyone else get that?
Literally in 8 months changed rocker cover gasket, oil sump pan, prop shaft. Haha
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ABS rings go wrong all the time.
Doesn't need background music, that shit is annoying
Worst car ive ever had 116 thank y
Why?
I’ve got the same car. 2 years now. Only had to change ABS speed sensor and ring and the starter motor thus far in terms of major work.
@@Kofi_Mensahs_BurnerAccount i am planning to buy 116i 2016 model 115000 km ran already, it is okay to buy what would be the maintenance cost in future
@@vinod4604 factor in a potential timing chain change in your plans. Chances are, the car hasn't had good oil changes and even if it has, poor quality oil was used. Check if the electric and power steering recalls have been done. Potential EGR issues and other than that it's generally a great upgrade to the first generation.
Problem car
The worst car i ll ever owned ,this shit german car
Same here.. 118i nothing but problems¡!!!!!!
DO NOT BUY THIS CAR END OF
Bmw cars are really overated motorbikes are also overated i have a 2022 r1250gsa i reckon it will be unreliable in the long term was considering changing my focus mk2 2.0tdci titanium x for a 1 series coupe think i will stick with my ford
I went from a MK2 Focus to a E87 116. I will never compromise and get a crappy Ford ever again. That Focus couldn’t even last a year.
😂😂😂😂
@@Kofi_Mensahs_BurnerAccount oh dear my focus is reliable
STOP 🛑 THE BLOODY BACKING MUSIC….NOT NEEDED….ITS NOT A BLOODY DISCO 🕺 IT REALLY SPOILS THE INFORMATION YOU ARE GIVING OUT….THANKS.
I thought the beat was 🔥
@pppfff6147 stop moaning you freak 💯💪🏻👊🏻
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