go to lexus , man. lexus is sport, quickly. reliable, save maintan. soft steering wheel. man go lexus is f sport and subaru. bmw is not young buffalo. man!
Love your program. I own a 2009 BMW 750i and I love the car! Never had any issues with it. In fact I’ve owned three different types of BMWs ranging from the three series to the five series and the seven is the best. I do keep it maintained, change all the fluids; and you are right, a third-party mechanic is far better than using the dealership.
2014 BMW 328i xDrive - purchased w/ around 30,000 miles on it. Almost at 68,000 miles right now. The most major failure I had was a bad turbo wastegate which was replaced under warranty (CPO vehicle). A tank of gas is running me around $40 lately, and other than that the car has been running strong 💪🏾 I just take care of it & it has been extremely reliable. The stories about BMW’s scared me away for a long time, but my ownership experience hasn’t been bad & I’ll likely buy another BMW in the future.
Previous BMW was 2012 328i. Current is a 528i with luxury package and Adaptive LED lights. Most costly repair was on the 328i. Replaced the starter - $900 other than the Premium fuel. it's cheaper than our VW Jetta
2001 e46 m3 owner here. 6 speed, 109k miles. Subframe, vanos, Rods already done. In my year of ownership, only 2 oil changes, coil packs and spark plugs(preventative), and an alternator. 🤘🏼
I'll be buying my first bmw and after watching several of your videos on the advice I felt secured and safe about buying a used bmw I subcribed and turned on the notification bell and thank you for the great advices☝
BMWs are awesome but be very careful when buying. Ive had mine for 16 months and just now ran into a problem but if you are unlucky you can have a big problem only a few months after buying. GET A PPI It will be very worth it as oil leaks are common and transmissions if beaten on can go out around 100k
Get a Pre Purchase Inspection from an independent Euro mechanic or the dealer. They might be more pricey but they know common problems! Also if you can, while the car is cold check the coolant level. If there's a leak assume the whole system will need refreshing. If not now then in the near future.
This is so helpful since I just bought my first BMW last week. I was worried I had made a bad decision because of how expensive maintains could be but I feel a lot better now. Thank you for this video.
Hey Bro, I’m in U.K, running a 330i m-sport 2006. Owned for 2 years no problems at all. Best car I’ve owned !. My only downside is the prices of fuel in U.K., i run only shell v power 99 octane, do about 300 miles a week and put in £80 a week fuel . Wish is lived in U.S. !. Awesome cars ! Keep up good work J.
2009 E93 335i Water pump went out after yr 1 of ownership ($900 at a shop) I replaced the Cracked vacuum lines with some new ones Getting ready to do the VCG and OFHG along with new plugs and coils Such a fun car!!!! Preventative maintenance is key :)
2010 Bmw 328i 88k mi Engine runs perfectly, i’m now seeing wear on my shocks and struts but gonna diy them soon. interior is holding up well and paint is in decent condition. i love my car and would recommend it to anyone
I found this channel to be exactly what i was looking for to help my buy a BMW. I’m unable to find such detailed and authentic info anywhere else thanks man
I have 330i 2007 Just paid it off. Thank God. Last year BMW service £200. Had some leak fixed £400. Fuel a week at least £50 for 200 miles a week. Insurance is £1000 a year.
@@cameron9240 Yes the saloon actually only few released up to 2008 it was late something like 2011 before it was discontinued completely.. for the coupe 330i I've got coupe I imagine they
Just got my 1st. BMW! 2010 535i XDrive, 3.0 liter twin turbo..Space Gray in color! I pay $150 mo. For full coverage here in Grand Rapids Mi..It has 164,000 miles haven’t had any major issues….YET!! had an oil leak from the oil filter cap, thought it wasn’t tight enough so I tightened it and it still leaked when driving it! Went to an auto zone and bought a New $10 O Ring for the oil cap and that Solved it!! I love this car and plan on doing as much work on it myself before ever taking it to a shop! This is only a summer car, I’ll drive my H2 in the winter! Love your videos JB! Keep it up mane!
I found a 2014 750Li Xdrive with 9k miles back in Aug. 1 owner who was driven in it when they were in town for biz. It was kept in a climate controlled garage and maintenance was impeccable. I felt like i sold it after i drove off the BMW lot. Traded in my 2010 Convertible 650i that was paid off that had 40k miles on it. I have a BMW warranty for 5 yrs 45k mile on everything for the 750, even the leather and all glass is covered. White with black leather M package. Love the 7 series!
2011 128i 3.0L Owned one year now I commute mine 160 miles per day have had no issues so far just replaced a headlight bulb. Our gas and insurance prices are the same 👍
I recently (February 2022) bought a 2013 528i just as a daily driver. I'm only now coming up on month 3 of owner ship, and everything has been an absolute dream. Oil change in the next couple days, I got all my parts and tools, and what have you ready. The mahle cabin air filters were steep as hell at ~$50. And gas always hurts a little but. Everything is wonderful so far!
I just bought a 2015 328i gt and I absolutely love it so far. It’s my first bmw 😅 Your videos are super helpful and I look forward to being a part of the bmw family 👍
I own a 2008 E90 BMW 320d M Sport. I love the car to bits, I've recently started to mod it (aftermarket grills, remap, coding etc..) It's just clocked 160,000 miles and it runs like a beaut. Best thing i can say is just look after the car, regular oil checks, driving checks etc. These cars will last forever if you look after them properly :)
Used to own E60 530xi, thought I'd share some info. If you are buying used, it is really really important to know the history of the car. Why? So you can know if your BMW is going to be a money pit or not. Perfect example is my previous E60, I looked at bout 20-25 E60s before actually buying one. What did I look at specifically? Service history, it is important to know what wear & tear parts were replaced so you can ballpark on what's the upcoming repairs/replacements are going to be. If you see a clean history with minimal replacement, I'm not saying its gonna be an unreliable car but it means that you are going to spend some money on doing the replacement. To me, if the previous owner(s) did replace lots of things recently (wear & tears) = it's a great deal since the car is gonna hold up for awhile. Of course you to be smart about it, if the car had one of the less common failures known then you better look somewhere else. Owning a BMW is all bout doing scheduled maintenance and replacements, for most part the manual book covers a comprehensive info on which parts will need to be replaced at what mileage. Other than that, the BMW community has a vast amount of infos and support if you need help.
I think a lot of people don’t even do the simple repairs themselves. These cars will bankrupt you if you don’t DIY.. they are great cars, very well made and a pleasure to own if you do your own work. I have a 2011 328i xDrive with 188,000 miles. It’s perfect still. This weekend o did bushings and balljoints.. I purchased the BMW special tool to do it and the cost was very affordable compared to the $2000 it would have cost me if i paid someone. Great cars. Justin, how many miles do you have on yours?
Wow you are 300,000KM...Nice. I also have a 2011 BMW 328i xdrive. I do most repairs my self. The things I had to change were gasket leaks and other preventative maintenance like replacing all the fluids In the car. My car has 171,000 KM right now. It's good reliable car overall.
I own a 07 328xi. Been bullet proof! Have 125xxx on the clock and only major repairs were the valve cover gasket and the oil pan gasket. Love it so much. Has 6 speed manual and it’s a blast to drive. Pretty good on gas for what it is as well.
Hi Justin, I just wanted to say thank you so much for your content. As of a week or so ago- I am the owner of a 330i, and I'm absolutely loving it. Without your videos, I may not have realized how nice and dependable a bimmer can be. Thank you, and keep making great content!
Just bought mine in may 2021 a dark gray 328i 2010 sedan. I paid 3k with 125k miles, so far it had a fast idle had to change out the plugs that were bad. Did a few cheap mods, bought some 18inch sport wheels with a hint of red to match the taillights, blacked out side markers and side signals, got some red halo lights to match the rims and twilights, bought all black rear view mirror caps, tinted all my windows a 5% and a brow in the front. Upgraded the kidney grill to a newer model grill.
Two months ago I bought a 2016 650i coupe. So far it’s been an amazing car. Gas wasn’t as bad as expected ~$40 to fill up and lasts me a week or two. Between paying for the car cash and all of the safety features, my insurance is only $110/Mo. Get the BMW 👍
Bought a bone stock 2011 e90 328i and it has 173k miles on it. Everything is super clean. 0 leaks and because it’s so high miles a lot of my car had to have been replaced for it to still be running like new. interior looks like it was taken care and no kids. Engine and bay were all spotless. Underneath was all like 98%. Brakes pads had just been changed in the plus new rotors for the rear. You had given me the confidence to buy a e90 so I thank you for that. I have had it for about a month and I’m still not understanding why it slows down so much when ur off gas/decelerating.
These videos are so helpful unlike all the others just slamming on BMW for breaking all of the time! I'm really interested in buying a 2011 or 2012 sedan or touring in the future! I'll prob save up so I can buy it off entirely without loans, hopefully fairly fast as I'm 19 with a decent job and living at home currently.
Ive been watching your videos for about a year. I just bought a 2009 535i 78k miles. I love it. It will never go to a shop, i will do all maintenance myself and any necessary repair. Thanks for your videos 👍👍
Recently bought a 2016 528i with 37k miles for $21k. Love this car and I’m hoping for some good luck with its reliability. Just like with anything else the better you take care of it the better it takes care of you. Insurance is a bit more than my previous vehicle but not bad and I’m seeing 25+ mpg.
I currently own an E90 335i M with the N55. I got the car at the beginning of this year with 102k miles and I ran it up to 105k in one month. There wasn't much issues as expected as previous owners had a lot of those things replaced like the water pump, fuel pump, head gasket, and I think that is all that I know for now. In one month of ownership my SES came on and it was the OBDII read 3106 cats efficiency below threshold. I took it to my local independently owned BMW shop and they will be replacing and fixing a couple of things: the vanos bolts breaking, pcv assembly, cats threshold, leaking front struts, and oil and radiator hoses. I shall report back with how much that will come out, I'm mainly just paying the $100 deductible from my warranty with GWC.
08 bmw 335xi coupe, 100k miles runs and drives just as smooth as it did when i got it 20k miles ago. Preventative maitenance, struts, very typical repairs and although they're german engineered 99% of the problems can be diagnosed and repaired with helps of forums/vids.I would recommend an OBD scanner for potential buyers and owners
@@paulsingh9043 I've had the carly since I bought my car, honestly not the best experience. Very user friendly but kind of overpriced and my year subscription stopped working I bought a Foxwell NT520 and havent looked back.
My BMW 328i just did a major maintenance paid $80 for oil change , re wire was $200 and alternator was 180 so it’s expensive but I learn how to maintain my 2010 3 series by watching your videos
2008 335i sport package FBO+100% METHANOL Fcp euro yes you can send back your old oil parts from oil change use the lifetime warranty on every oil change. Only $30 for oil changes after first purchase liquid molly.. After allllll the basic maintenance gaskets etc when you hit the 100k mark good for another 100k not that expensive if you DIY it all..just hit 102k fbo since 62k
We own a 2008 328i Sedan. The only issues of a year of ownership is the (un)locking mechanism Front Passenger Door(will lock but won’t unlock, I replaced the passenger door grip after it melted into a gooey mess for $20, and the doorlock could be fixed with a ziptie or hoseclamp when I have time. The washer fluid for the windshield tank leaks, and one piece of molding is popping lose from the carpet to door joiner(pops back on). I AM THOROUGHLY PLEASED WITH THE CAR! We LOVE it and it’s SOoooooooopoo fun to DRIVE!!!! Wooooooow !!
Bought my 1st BMW this year. 2015 BMW 328i 4 cylinder automatic twin turbo. Got it at 82k miles. So far the only things I've had to replace were the tires and head lights/fog lights. 885 at American Tire to get new tires 221 per RF tire isn't bad at all. Eventually going to switch the RFs regular tires and get myself some nice red with black trim rims but that's after I can put a lot more time into the car. But runs wonderfully. Did a lot of research before buying it. Your videos definitely helped me make a decision Justin.
Went from a 2007 328 to a 2014 335. The 328 was an awesome car. Valve cover, oil filter housing gasket, water pump, starter, window regulator were my main failures. Car was about $900 a year to insure and it ran a lot of highway and I averaged 32 highway. Could anyone afford it? I don’t know. Water pump and starter repair was kinda high. gaskets were cheap but annoying to replace. Other than that I did regular maintenance and it was definitely more expensive than an economy car but not as bad as everyone says.
@@Death_Metal_Head My insurance is 3200 a year as of 2023, never even been in a accident before and I have 1 car on basic. I wanna die when I see the bill history
i got a BMW Z3 1.8 E36. In Europe many people can't afford big engines like you guys in the States. But my BMW is pure what a BMW is. DRIVING EXPERIENCE. It is not quick at all but the HANDLING of the car is sooo great. If someone is interested the BMW Z3 is a really fun car especially if you buy a 6 cilinder engine.
@@marcussorensen5549 150 of that is just insurance. Florida insurance premiums are crazy. Also 200 of that was a car payment that I have not had the last 2 years. It's actually very cheap. My Porsche Carrera is the brutal one if were comparing costs.
I have had my x5 e70 for about 5 months now. Got it with just under 80k miles on it. I have since had to replace the water pump and thermostat which was kind of pricey but that's what you expect on import cars. Gas is about $210 per month. Insurance for about $110 a month even though I have a bad driving record and not 21 yet lol. Overall it's not too bad compared to the comments people give. Much love from Indiana!!!
2015 m235i f22 Had this car for almost a year and nothing but reliable and hasn't been nothing crazy expense wise for a recent college graduate. Had an e90 before that since 2009 and all I'll say is they dont call it the ultimate driving machine for nothing. Do maintenance on your own like Justin says and expenses wont be to bad. Just dont go to the dealership (stealership) work on the car yourself or find independent shops like once again Justin suggests. He knows his stuff. Great video bro 👊
Thanks to you and this channel!! I just bought my 1st BMW, a 2015 BMW 328i xDrive. And I’ll be watching your channel more often to mod it out, actually about to do the red start/stop tomorrow 😎
I have a 2011 BMW 328i & bought it used with 43,000 miles initially. I’ve had mine for about 3 years now. My monthly payment is about $325. My auto insurance is thru USAA & that’s about $100 monthly for full coverage. My BMW has been holding up so far. They are expensive to maintain in my opinion though. Especially getting those oil leaks fixed!
Mine is an 06 320d m sport Monthly payment is under R3000 a month ($205) Insurance is all inclusive under our business (not exactly what the car's costing is but total a month for insurance is under $150) Fuel i fill ln a daily basis or R200 a day $13.71 and that gives me at least 150km on that single fill (average of 6 - 7 l/100km) - Major repair was a transmission replacement + turbo actuator (R14k including labour - $960) New turbo was done through an aftermarket warranty which was included when purchasing the car... Knock on wood that I don't have to add to the list or repairs but even though spending so much to keep it going, i don't think i will ever get rid of it😁
E46 325i touring. Never had a single problem. Most reliable car I have owned. Went on a 2000 mile roadtrip a few months ago and it performed faultlessly. If you take care of it and the work yourself bimmers are pretty cheap.
Do you have ANY problems at all? Is yours a coupe or a 4 door? How long did you have it for? How many owners did it have? How many miles? And does it run good, or does it ever not start or anything? Any issues at all, please let me know. I am looking at a 2011 335i coupe with 100k miles and the M Sport Package. Should I reconsider to the 328i coupe?
@@2stocke9x honestly all that shi doesn’t matter, I’ve seen E90s wit 150,000km with many problems and I’ve also seen 280,000km E90s in basically mint condition. It’s all about how the previous owner treated it etc.. it’s a great car when you know how to take care of it
@@axer6998 Doesn’t matter now I ended up getting a 2011 BMW 328i Xdrive Sedan with 124k Miles on it. Needs a service and new wheels and wheel swing arms or whatever its called.
2011 E90 320d Auto Exclusive package. I average around 5.2 liter per 100km (90-95% open road driving) so fuel is really cheap. I service at a RMI approved BMW workshop and besides the synthetic oil that is a little pricey its not that much more expensive to run then my mother's VW POLO 1.6 Car has been extremely reliable in almost 260 000km / 161 000+ miles I have had zero issues. Only thing is the rear tires do not seem to last very long. But I suspect it's a combination of South Africa's bad roads and high torque output of the oil burner under the hood. All in its a fantastic machine that I would recommend to anyone. Thanks, Justin, for the video. We really need more E90 content as its a seriously underrated car in my opinion.
I have owned three BMW's in the last year. I'm beginning to think I'm one of those crazy people. 2000 bmw 328i (Bought to learn manual for $1200) e46 Bought it as a project car with some issues. Still a ton of fun to drive right now. Lot's to do to really get it fixed up. 2007 bmw 328i (Automatic) e90 - owned for two years, recently sold it to a friend. 2008 bmw 335i (Manual) e92 - (36k miles on it) made the upgrade and got some turbos, crossing my fingers on this one since i have heard the horror stories, but I just had to. Will keep you posted! The most I've had to deal with in the last two years was gasket issues and one dead & frozen battery in the middle of -30F (gotta love MN).
2003 525i with 60k Miles. Paid for the whole car up front (no monthly payments). I do all the maintenance my self the car has never given me any issues over a year of ownership but I did take care of a lot of preventative maintenance; water pump upgrade, valve cover, thermostat, other misc seals. All in my cost on parts was only about 1.5k added to the cost of the car. And then on average, it's about $200 a month for fuel and another $75 and $95 a year for Illinois registration.
You're definitely right about choosing a manual...it's less technical, so less issues...I'm in the middle of changing trans speed sensors due to a clutch read error...which manuals don't have to worry about...my most consistent expense is definitely gas...but to me, not being well-informed has been the biggest expense(preventative rather than learning-as-you-go).
Own a 2016 328i. Got it used @ 39k miles. Going in on 85k and most expensive fix was a valvetronic motor. Got a reliable BMW tech here in PHX so I got hooked up for 1,100. Some others ate not so lucky.
2007 E92 328i coupe manual transmission and 80k miles Bought back in February and drove it from Florida to Minnesota. It's been smooth so far. I pay around $350-400 with insurance and all. Unfortunately I don't have full coverage on it bc I'm a young guy with a couple tickets so i can't afford it. I read that that engine is one of the most reliable and that's why I got it, doesn't have much power(230 hp) but it's mainly just for cruising. Oil change for me was around $80 and it was really easy with your video and other ones on YT. Next bimmer will be an M2, probably in like 10 years.
E60 525i hasn’t broken down at all since I picked it up 3 years ago Edit: I do recall doing a valve cover gasket spark plugs and ignition coils the first 2 months of ownership, just preventative maintenance
I have a 2008 328i. I live in Vancouver Canada. Gas is ridiculous, it’s about 100 bucks to fill my tank. My insurance is 178 a month. My car had 165000 km bought it. It’s now at 197000. I have changed coils, spark plugs, Vanos, oil filter housing gasket myself. I do my oil changes myself. I had a radiator hose break and I had to take it to a shop which cost 200. I changed the valve cover gasket, 35 dollars, but takes 4 hours to do. I had to redo it because I made a mistake when I put it back together. Wanted a BMW for years, your videos inspired me to pull the trigger. It’s the same issues as my VW had , parts cost a bit more. Do as much as you can your self and it’s no big deal. Thanks for all of your content. Keep up the good work sir!
2013 328i convertible (E93) in Jan this year - pre-purchase inspection found oil leak trace, indie shop est is $500-$700. Ran into first major issue 2 months ago when engine started to whistle w/ check engine light and limp mode - took it to indie mech who diagnosed it as PCV issue, paid $1400 for replacing PCV + integrated valve cover. This high cost gave me a sticker shock since I had not spent this much on repair in total for last 20 years on prior cars I owned (Honda Civic + Subaru Impreza). Never was a petrol head so never did DIY on prior cars, hence paid for it. Then recently, when on full throttle, check engine light goes on and engine starts backfiring, everything fine if I restart ignition. Indie mech said it's either spark plugs/ignition coils/injectors. I'm now convinced that DIY is the only option to avoid getting burnt by the high repair cost. Now watching vids (including yours) and learning more about replacing plugs/coils. Need to start from scratch by buying the required tools, BMW engine basics, then tackling the plug/coil replacement as first DIY project. Last oil change cost me $150+ at indie shop. Not sure yet if I want to tackle oil gasket leak issue.
I’ve had a bmw 3 series 4 cylinder for about 5 months now i bought it used with 60k miles. The only issue I had was an oxygen sensor which just the sensor was about 330 I changed spark plugs and coils if you’re wondering it cost me about $900 for one fix. So yes it’s pretty expensive and FYI these parts I got weren’t aftermarket either. However I haven’t had a problem with it ever since. They’re fun cars to drive but from my experience I’d say driving habits are a big factor to how long your car will last you. And of course maintenance. Don’t be afraid to buy one I’m glad this video is out because I was on the same boat as everyone commenting before I bought a bmw and I’m very happy with it. .
thanks man just found your channel awesome stuff bro i just bought a bmw 320i 2009 wagon automatic got it at 66000km and average 1000kms a week very nice car to drive so far and get about 690 700 ks to a full tank if i drive like a nanny still much to learn about this and want to keep as a future project car for later on
2010 e90 320i 4 year ownership and here's a list of things that broke or needed replacing: Nox sensor. Oil pressure control valve. Water leaking in to the foot wells due to faulty weather proofing. Timing chain tensioner replaced as a preventative measure, 1 year later timing chain, tensioner (again) and VANOS on exhaust side needed replacing. Right side tail light ground wiring broke and needed soldering. On monday I'm having the right side rear wheel bearing replaced. The AC recently has started to sound like a choir of crickets. Oh, and I believe the washer fluid tank or pump is leaking. Filled it to the brim 2 weeks ago, now the low washer fluid light has come on again. Other than that I've changed wear and tear items such as brakes and dampers. It has full service history, and have done oil changes in between dealer recommended intervals. It's been a real lemon, but still I'm considering a newer BMW for my next car (I need help)
I just purchased and 2017 330i RWD in January with 67k on it. Had my first problem at 69,500 miles. The coolant line into the turbo was leaking coolant. Don’t know how much the repair was because it was covered under warranty. Other than that I love the way the car drives and it feels solid for the most part. It’s great on gas. So far I haven’t let it get lower than a half tank and I pay 25-30 dollars to fill up from half once a week, premium gas.
Owned a 2012/13 F01 740d with the msport pack since new and it's a great car, costs around £3500 to run each year. I've put on 84,000 miles on it and can't wait to out a million plus miles on it. Can't go wrong with a BMW
Great video for BMW enthusiasts. My buddy loves BMW but got rid of it because of the money it took to maintain it. I had a beautiful 2001 525i that was the biggest POS I've ever owned. Ill never buy another. They're total money pits. You said it best yourself. After 100k they fall to pieces. If they make it that long. Buy a Lexus or Toyota & they're not even broken in at 100k.
Lexus and Toyotas are money pits because you will fall asleep after 5 minutes driving one. You will miss work because you need to stay at the hospital = money lost 🤣
2007 328xi 97k miles. I’m paying $200 a month for the car payment, $75 a month for full coverage insurance with a $500 deductible, and about $100-150 a month in gas depending on how much driving I do. I’ve only had the car for a year, and haven’t had any major repairs, only front pads and rotors, which was a few hundred dollars at a small mechanic shop.
Good video dude🤘no car payment on a bmw is the ultimate way to actually enjoy true ownership of the vehicle, and yes avoid all stealership 🙅🏽♂️and extended warranty coverage, just save your own money for maintenance.
What’s up Bruce. I purchased a 2003 bmw 325xi last year around this time and ever since I’ve paid for a transmission, the whole coolant group you know the thermostat, water pump, upper and lower coolant hose, and fan clutch. I’ve also bought a new fly wheel and more parts. Personally I loved working on the car myself which made it a lot cheaper but I paid $1600 for the car and paid well over that amount from parts and repairs. Currently my car is sitting in the driveway bc on my way to the beach, the oil poured out of my car. I’m not sure what the actual problem is because I don’t have enough money to go fix it
I know I’m 2 years late but I need to know…. Was this bmw your first car? Because I’m really debating on getting a bmw as my first car, no driving record or anything and I’m 19. So I’m now considering the insurance portion of the luxurious bmw. I have an idea of what maintenance cost would be and since I plan on cashing out the car full price now I just need to consider insurance
@@6.0Kree no it was my 2nd car and I was also 19 at the time the N52 was pretty reliable for me the only thing I really had to deal with was the vcg and oil changes and that was pretty much it and well I had a good credit score and a fairly cleanish driving record so it all depends on where you get it insured at.. I’d call around..
I’m a proud BMW owner, currently with me 3rd Bimmer. 2006 E90 325i - 3 year lease, very little issues with the car, like door seals creaking (seems to be a common thing). All maintenance was covered so I only paid for tires which were about 900-1100 for a set (staggered RFTs). Returned at end of lease. Sports package, Premium Package, Headlights upgrade. 2009 E90 LCI 328i - By far my favorite Bimmer. Had all same upgrades as the previous one just added navigation system. Loved this one so much I kept it after my lease was up. Drove it across the country from SoCal to Miami, FL going the scenic route (drove up through Colorado instead of staying on Interstate 10). Purchased the extended warranty on it, so again paid nothing on routine maintenance with the exception of tires. Unfortunately the car was totaled...went over a small rock while canyon carving after moving back to SoCal, rupturing the oil pan. After having it towed home, I made arrangements to take it to the nearest dealership to assess and repair, but the towing company turned on the car (there’s no oil in the engine!!!!) and pretty much sealed its fate. 2018 F30 LCI 340i - After living in New York and traveling for a year, I finally settled in a spot long enough to get a car again and went all out just short of an M car. M Sport with M Performance decked out. I fuel up every 1.5 weeks about 45-50 each time with current gas prices, insurance about 120/month, annual registration is astronomical at about 600/annually in California. On another 3 year lease and again practically no issues except for the door seals and a sensitive trunk open sensor (seems to be a common thing with South Africa builds after comparing with other F30 owners). Although the previous E90 is near and dear to me, I enjoy my current Bimmer because it looks more unique compared to the sea of F30s on the road (320i, 330i and most 340i but here you’re now rubbing shoulders with proper Bimmer heads). Again nothing on maintenance but tires this time around will be higher due to 19” wheels (previous two were 17”) at around 1400-1600 staggered RFTs. I know RFTs get a bad rap due to cost and louder road noise, but I mostly drown out all outside noise with heavy metal and have piece of mind. Most reputable tire spots will not patch your tires but it definitely can be patched with no issues.
Oh and I’ve had bad luck with my tires...I somehow am a magnet for getting nails to puncture my tires on all three Bimmers. I’m on my second patch with my current F30...😓
Hey love the vids man, I myself have a 2007 BMW 335xi and although I have had some expected issues (water pump and high pressure fuel pump) I cant complain bc it is such an amazing car. I can definitely agree though, doing as much maintenance yourself as possible will save you a small fortune.
The N52 engine is indestructible! My brother has an N46 and has quite a few problems with it. I'm currently driving it (2006 318i) and it's an amazing car but breaks pretty easily and it's not too powerful either. I've driven N52 and it didn't seem to have any of the problems that I've seen on N46.
Lucky, I own a 2015 Infiniti Q50a and I live in NYC. Full coverage insurance is 366. Ofcourse I’m only 20 so it’s in my mom name, for me by my self they wanted 1k a month which was insane
2017 BMW 330I, I love it so far but worried about future cost. It only have 30k miles on it and is in perfect condition, thats not to say something won't break😩
I have 08 335i the most expensive repair I'm gonna have to to do is my transmission repair seems like ots slipping when. It changes gears so far only major problem I have the car only has 78 thousand miles hope nothing else major pops up
Ive got a 2013 116i f21, 106000+- km on and purring like a kitten, not too sure on monthly cost but i spend around 100 dollars on fuel, just mainly because i drive alot and we live a bit further away from certain things. Can completely agree with services being overpriced at dealerships, last oil change cost 140 dollars instead of 230 dollars at the dealership, i just didnt have time to change the oil myself. Your channel is awesome man!
I have a 2009 BMW 328i coupe, Iv had one problem so far and it was to replace a reverse valve in my gm transmission. The dealer wanted ($728), but I did it myself for ($183). Hopefully no more major issues in the future. I love the car to death!
The problems with bmw aren’t the monthly costs, it’s the reliability in the long run if you decide to keep it. I had a 750i and after 60,000 miles gaskets were failing, expansion tank cracked, coolant hoses failed, water pump went out, valley pan needed replacement, I loved the car beautiful and fast but I went Lexus cause I was tired of the BS.
2008 328xi with 132,500 miles. Monthly payment is $165 and insurance is $152 per month (I'm a 22 year old male). So far I have put around $2,000 into the car in the past year, but most of it was not crucial to the operation of my car, rather it was me being picky with the driving/handling of the car. As far as necessary repairs, I have spent around $800 in the past year, but it was mostly broken suspension components and routine servicing such as the transfer case fluid, control arm bushings, tires, etc. Even though I could be driving something cheaper, I would not trade my car for anything else! Well, maybe a newer, lower mileage example ;)
TJ Velazquez Those are nice! I’m.... Leasing a 2017 Dodge Charger SXT Rallye AWD with 9,400 miles so far. Payment- $388 Insurance- $134 full coverage (MI) Gas- $60 per month +/-
Marshall Fox love the chargers! Everyone gives Chrysler products a bad rep. But I’ve owned 3 problem-free Chrysler products and as long as your meticulous on maintenance they’ll last a great while!
TJ Velazquez Thanks for the reply. It’s funny u mention that. This is my 3rd Charger, previously had a 2006 & 2013 and the experience with this one has not been great. A number of things fixed under warranty but the main thing being the transmission was replaced at 6,700 miles because it was slipping. I’m glad I’m leasing this with only about 10 months left. Although I really love the amount of features, technology and styling of the Charger and many other FCA vehicles... I’m just not sure I wanna get into another FCA product. But those new RAM’s are sweet!!
Had 97 e36 328i no major costs just oil changes and changed coils pack and plugs off Amazon for 200.00. Still have. 282,693 MLS. Had it for five years everyday driver. Now have a 2011 335i N55 and same 70000 no major repairs just change oil ,50-60 bucks and super UNL for fuel. Love this car.
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go to lexus , man. lexus is sport, quickly. reliable, save maintan.
soft steering wheel. man
go lexus is f sport and subaru.
bmw is not young buffalo. man!
production quality is bomb as usual
BMW sucks at fuel consumption rubbish
You're much too 'white' to be allowed to grow a UA-cam channel -- and that is NOT tongue-in-check.
I just left Bryan at Kies a comment telling him "I couldnt wait to get my sidemarkers!" and i didnt see my comment either. Weird.
Love your program. I own a 2009 BMW 750i and I love the car! Never had any issues with it. In fact I’ve owned three different types of BMWs ranging from the three series to the five series and the seven is the best. I do keep it maintained, change all the fluids; and you are right, a third-party mechanic is far better than using the dealership.
You are the exception not the rule. Just had to replace entire rear suspension with air bladders, shocks, and air pump. Cost $10k.
@@nycupperes man sorry to hear that. Was it worth it?
@@nycupperes sounds like you got fucked
Survivorship bias. My BMW broke down after 7 years. The transmission and engine gave out.
@@derekhayter48797 years is a long ass time for a bmw 😭😭
2014 BMW 328i xDrive - purchased w/ around 30,000 miles on it. Almost at 68,000 miles right now. The most major failure I had was a bad turbo wastegate which was replaced under warranty (CPO vehicle). A tank of gas is running me around $40 lately, and other than that the car has been running strong 💪🏾 I just take care of it & it has been extremely reliable. The stories about BMW’s scared me away for a long time, but my ownership experience hasn’t been bad & I’ll likely buy another BMW in the future.
Previous BMW was 2012 328i. Current is a 528i with luxury package and Adaptive LED lights. Most costly repair was on the 328i. Replaced the starter - $900 other than the Premium fuel. it's cheaper than our VW Jetta
Same
Trying to decide between a e90 or 2.5l Jetta
@@yerpster I personally would go with the e90 and im also saving up money for it
I was thinking about getting a 2008-2012 328i
@@blonded3598 same
2001 e46 m3 owner here. 6 speed, 109k miles. Subframe, vanos, Rods already done. In my year of ownership, only 2 oil changes, coil packs and spark plugs(preventative), and an alternator. 🤘🏼
I'll be buying my first bmw and after watching several of your videos on the advice I felt secured and safe about buying a used bmw I subcribed and turned on the notification bell and thank you for the great advices☝
BMWs are awesome but be very careful when buying. Ive had mine for 16 months and just now ran into a problem but if you are unlucky you can have a big problem only a few months after buying. GET A PPI It will be very worth it as oil leaks are common and transmissions if beaten on can go out around 100k
Don't bother, they're total junk.
@@8corymix8 Not at all. They are great cars but like every car if you dont take care of it then its not gonna last as long
Honor Axis YES PPI! Did it with my f30. Did not do it with my e60.
Get a Pre Purchase Inspection from an independent Euro mechanic or the dealer. They might be more pricey but they know common problems!
Also if you can, while the car is cold check the coolant level. If there's a leak assume the whole system will need refreshing. If not now then in the near future.
Thank you SO MUCH for this video! I'm doing heavy research on owning a BMW, so this is extremely helpful
Did you buy it?
Well did you??
@@mamiiandpapii we will never know
I'm doing the same 👍
This is so helpful since I just bought my first BMW last week. I was worried I had made a bad decision because of how expensive maintains could be but I feel a lot better now. Thank you for this video.
How is it 7 months later?
@@itz_caleb1567 Lol
how is it now
Do you still have it?
2013 bmw 328i xdrive F30, no real problems besides preventative maintenance. Great cars
Car is still pretty new though
Same here! I love mine. Only had to do tie rod ends $670 and tail light connector melted $200. Mine has 121k miles on it also.
Adam Pena buying one tomorrow. So excited
is it still going strong because I've been looking at that exact model, year, and trim for a few weeks now.
TheyActually hey man, how’d it hold up?
Hey Bro, I’m in U.K, running a 330i m-sport 2006. Owned for 2 years no problems at all. Best car I’ve owned !. My only downside is the prices of fuel in U.K., i run only shell v power 99 octane, do about 300 miles a week and put in £80 a week fuel . Wish is lived in U.S. !. Awesome cars ! Keep up good work J.
2009 BMW 328i here, owned it for about 4 months so far only repair needed was a new speed sensor for $20. Love the car. So much fun to drive.
2009 E93 335i
Water pump went out after yr 1 of ownership ($900 at a shop)
I replaced the Cracked vacuum lines with some new ones
Getting ready to do the VCG and OFHG along with new plugs and coils
Such a fun car!!!! Preventative maintenance is key :)
2010 Bmw 328i 88k mi
Engine runs perfectly, i’m now seeing wear on my shocks and struts but gonna diy them soon. interior is holding up well and paint is in decent condition. i love my car and would recommend it to anyone
I found this channel to be exactly what i was looking for to help my buy a BMW. I’m unable to find such detailed and authentic info anywhere else thanks man
I have 330i 2007
Just paid it off. Thank God.
Last year BMW service £200. Had some leak fixed £400.
Fuel a week at least £50 for 200 miles a week.
Insurance is £1000 a year.
Kasim Khan didn’t they discontinue the 330i in 2006? i can see you are in the UK (due to the currency) but did they have the 330i for 2007 in Europe?
@@cameron9240
Yes the saloon actually only few released up to 2008
it was late something like 2011 before it was discontinued completely.. for the coupe 330i
I've got coupe
I imagine they
Kasim Khan Yeah i believe they never sent the coupe the US. i have never seen a 330i coupe but that’s so cool
This is definitely the most helpful video I’ve watched about used bmw ownership. Most people talk in circles without any numbers or details.
Your videography and editing has gotten a lot better. It’s looking really nice.
Thank you!
Just got my 1st. BMW! 2010 535i XDrive, 3.0 liter twin turbo..Space Gray in color! I pay $150 mo. For full coverage here in Grand Rapids Mi..It has 164,000 miles haven’t had any major issues….YET!! had an oil leak from the oil filter cap, thought it wasn’t tight enough so I tightened it and it still leaked when driving it! Went to an auto zone and bought a New $10 O Ring for the oil cap and that Solved it!! I love this car and plan on doing as much work on it myself before ever taking it to a shop! This is only a summer car, I’ll drive my H2 in the winter! Love your videos JB! Keep it up mane!
Owned my E90 since new in 2006, I have been amazed by the excellent reliability and quality this car demonstrates.
do you still have him? because i am looking into e90 2006/2007 320i. Is it expensive to own? any pros/cons? should i install LPG etc.? thanks :)
I found a 2014 750Li Xdrive with 9k miles back in Aug. 1 owner who was driven in it when they were in town for biz. It was kept in a climate controlled garage and maintenance was impeccable. I felt like i sold it after i drove off the BMW lot. Traded in my 2010 Convertible 650i that was paid off that had 40k miles on it. I have a BMW warranty for 5 yrs 45k mile on everything for the 750, even the leather and all glass is covered. White with black leather M package. Love the 7 series!
2011 128i 3.0L
Owned one year now
I commute mine 160 miles per day have had no issues so far just replaced a headlight bulb. Our gas and insurance prices are the same 👍
Chris Boyer that’s a shit ton of driving yo 🤣
@@guitaristwagner yessir road warrior! Haha
Thinking about taking a job that's about the same distance. How much of a pain in the ass is it every day?
@@schmidtforge1946 I say if the money is worth the 4 hours in the car per day. Homes where I work are 3x the price they are compared to where I live.
I recently (February 2022) bought a 2013 528i just as a daily driver. I'm only now coming up on month 3 of owner ship, and everything has been an absolute dream. Oil change in the next couple days, I got all my parts and tools, and what have you ready. The mahle cabin air filters were steep as hell at ~$50. And gas always hurts a little but. Everything is wonderful so far!
2011 BMW E88 128i. Has had no problems. I have only done preventative maintenance. Overall wonderful car!
I just bought a 2015 328i gt and I absolutely love it so far. It’s my first bmw 😅 Your videos are super helpful and I look forward to being a part of the bmw family 👍
I own a 2008 E90 BMW 320d M Sport. I love the car to bits, I've recently started to mod it (aftermarket grills, remap, coding etc..) It's just clocked 160,000 miles and it runs like a beaut. Best thing i can say is just look after the car, regular oil checks, driving checks etc. These cars will last forever if you look after them properly :)
Check your timing chain… they break on N47
Used to own E60 530xi, thought I'd share some info. If you are buying used, it is really really important to know the history of the car. Why? So you can know if your BMW is going to be a money pit or not. Perfect example is my previous E60, I looked at bout 20-25 E60s before actually buying one.
What did I look at specifically?
Service history, it is important to know what wear & tear parts were replaced so you can ballpark on what's the upcoming repairs/replacements are going to be. If you see a clean history with minimal replacement, I'm not saying its gonna be an unreliable car but it means that you are going to spend some money on doing the replacement.
To me, if the previous owner(s) did replace lots of things recently (wear & tears) = it's a great deal since the car is gonna hold up for awhile. Of course you to be smart about it, if the car had one of the less common failures known then you better look somewhere else.
Owning a BMW is all bout doing scheduled maintenance and replacements, for most part the manual book covers a comprehensive info on which parts will need to be replaced at what mileage. Other than that, the BMW community has a vast amount of infos and support if you need help.
Thank you this was super helpful been in the market for a x3 and I understand now why I’ve been having bad luck
I think a lot of people don’t even do the simple repairs themselves. These cars will bankrupt you if you don’t DIY.. they are great cars, very well made and a pleasure to own if you do your own work. I have a 2011 328i xDrive with 188,000 miles. It’s perfect still. This weekend o did bushings and balljoints.. I purchased the BMW special tool to do it and the cost was very affordable compared to the $2000 it would have cost me if i paid someone. Great cars.
Justin, how many miles do you have on yours?
Wow you are 300,000KM...Nice. I also have a 2011 BMW 328i xdrive. I do most repairs my self. The things I had to change were gasket leaks and other preventative maintenance like replacing all the fluids In the car. My car has 171,000 KM right now. It's good reliable car overall.
I own a 07 328xi. Been bullet proof! Have 125xxx on the clock and only major repairs were the valve cover gasket and the oil pan gasket. Love it so much. Has 6 speed manual and it’s a blast to drive. Pretty good on gas for what it is as well.
Hi Justin, I just wanted to say thank you so much for your content. As of a week or so ago- I am the owner of a 330i, and I'm absolutely loving it. Without your videos, I may not have realized how nice and dependable a bimmer can be. Thank you, and keep making great content!
hows the car treating you? any expensive repairs?
Hey how is it going ?
@@DwntW0rry oil change you can do yourself buddy 🤣
@@nick.23_ Lool probably yea
Just purchased a 2011 335i convertible with 9k miles! A little nervous about the negative comments but super exited lol
2004 BMW 330Ci ZHP w/manual gearbox. Bought 26 days ago. Insurance 150 USD, registration 50 USD, repair costs 0 USD.
$150/m for insurance? What insurance do you have
Just bought mine in may 2021 a dark gray 328i 2010 sedan. I paid 3k with 125k miles, so far it had a fast idle had to change out the plugs that were bad. Did a few cheap mods, bought some 18inch sport wheels with a hint of red to match the taillights, blacked out side markers and side signals, got some red halo lights to match the rims and twilights, bought all black rear view mirror caps, tinted all my windows a 5% and a brow in the front. Upgraded the kidney grill to a newer model grill.
Two months ago I bought a 2016 650i coupe. So far it’s been an amazing car. Gas wasn’t as bad as expected ~$40 to fill up and lasts me a week or two. Between paying for the car cash and all of the safety features, my insurance is only $110/Mo. Get the BMW 👍
How about now?
Bought a bone stock 2011 e90 328i and it has 173k miles on it. Everything is super clean. 0 leaks and because it’s so high miles a lot of my car had to have been replaced for it to still be running like new. interior looks like it was taken care and no kids. Engine and bay were all spotless. Underneath was all like 98%. Brakes pads had just been changed in the plus new rotors for the rear. You had given me the confidence to buy a e90 so I thank you for that.
I have had it for about a month and I’m still not understanding why it slows down so much when ur off gas/decelerating.
These videos are so helpful unlike all the others just slamming on BMW for breaking all of the time! I'm really interested in buying a 2011 or 2012 sedan or touring in the future! I'll prob save up so I can buy it off entirely without loans, hopefully fairly fast as I'm 19 with a decent job and living at home currently.
Ive been watching your videos for about a year. I just bought a 2009 535i 78k miles. I love it. It will never go to a shop, i will do all maintenance myself and any necessary repair. Thanks for your videos 👍👍
Glad I could help!
Recently bought a 2016 528i with 37k miles for $21k. Love this car and I’m hoping for some good luck with its reliability. Just like with anything else the better you take care of it the better it takes care of you. Insurance is a bit more than my previous vehicle but not bad and I’m seeing 25+ mpg.
I currently own an E90 335i M with the N55. I got the car at the beginning of this year with 102k miles and I ran it up to 105k in one month. There wasn't much issues as expected as previous owners had a lot of those things replaced like the water pump, fuel pump, head gasket, and I think that is all that I know for now. In one month of ownership my SES came on and it was the OBDII read 3106 cats efficiency below threshold. I took it to my local independently owned BMW shop and they will be replacing and fixing a couple of things: the vanos bolts breaking, pcv assembly, cats threshold, leaking front struts, and oil and radiator hoses. I shall report back with how much that will come out, I'm mainly just paying the $100 deductible from my warranty with GWC.
08 bmw 335xi coupe, 100k miles runs and drives just as smooth as it did when i got it 20k miles ago. Preventative maitenance, struts, very typical repairs and although they're german engineered 99% of the problems can be diagnosed and repaired with helps of forums/vids.I would recommend an OBD scanner for potential buyers and owners
CallMeStermii
Damn right!, get an obd reader !!!, I use a Carly!, can’t go wrong for basic readings/faults!
@@paulsingh9043 I've had the carly since I bought my car, honestly not the best experience. Very user friendly but kind of overpriced and my year subscription stopped working
I bought a Foxwell NT520 and havent looked back.
My BMW 328i just did a major maintenance paid $80 for oil change , re wire was $200 and alternator was 180 so it’s expensive but I learn how to maintain my 2010 3 series by watching your videos
2008 335i sport package FBO+100% METHANOL Fcp euro yes you can send back your old oil parts from oil change use the lifetime warranty on every oil change. Only $30 for oil changes after first purchase liquid molly.. After allllll the basic maintenance gaskets etc when you hit the 100k mark good for another 100k not that expensive if you DIY it all..just hit 102k fbo since 62k
We own a 2008 328i Sedan. The only issues of a year of ownership is the (un)locking mechanism Front Passenger Door(will lock but won’t unlock, I replaced the passenger door grip after it melted into a gooey mess for $20, and the doorlock could be fixed with a ziptie or hoseclamp when I have time. The washer fluid for the windshield tank leaks, and one piece of molding is popping lose from the carpet to door joiner(pops back on).
I AM THOROUGHLY PLEASED WITH THE CAR! We LOVE it and it’s SOoooooooopoo fun to DRIVE!!!! Wooooooow !!
"Don't buy a turbo..." *gulps*
Why??
@@sunshinenyc007 It will be very thirsty for fuel.
@@sunshinenyc007 550 dollars just for one if it fails and you cant unturbo it
Lmaooooo no turbo??
what's a BMW without a turbo haha
Bought my 1st BMW this year. 2015 BMW 328i 4 cylinder automatic twin turbo. Got it at 82k miles. So far the only things I've had to replace were the tires and head lights/fog lights. 885 at American Tire to get new tires 221 per RF tire isn't bad at all.
Eventually going to switch the RFs regular tires and get myself some nice red with black trim rims but that's after I can put a lot more time into the car. But runs wonderfully. Did a lot of research before buying it. Your videos definitely helped me make a decision Justin.
Went from a 2007 328 to a 2014 335. The 328 was an awesome car. Valve cover, oil filter housing gasket, water pump, starter, window regulator were my main failures. Car was about $900 a year to insure and it ran a lot of highway and I averaged 32 highway. Could anyone afford it? I don’t know. Water pump and starter repair was kinda high. gaskets were cheap but annoying to replace. Other than that I did regular maintenance and it was definitely more expensive than an economy car but not as bad as everyone says.
How has the 335 been since you got it ?
That's really strange for my 2008 e90 water pump with thermostate was like 60EUR with replacement costs.
$900 a year for insurance isn't too bad here right now, two days away from 2023, lol.
@@Death_Metal_Head My insurance is 3200 a year as of 2023, never even been in a accident before and I have 1 car on basic. I wanna die when I see the bill history
i got a BMW Z3 1.8 E36. In Europe many people can't afford big engines like you guys in the States. But my BMW is pure what a BMW is. DRIVING EXPERIENCE.
It is not quick at all but the HANDLING of the car is sooo great. If someone is interested the BMW Z3 is a really fun car especially if you buy a 6 cilinder engine.
2006 330xi. About $350 a month. Includes payment, insurance and basic maintenance. Currently has 120k miles. Runs strong. Great car.
How is that good
Bro 350 a month is like you renting the car
@@stunnerkumahAre you Illiterate?
Dude asks "How is that good"
Nothing mentioned in the comment about anything being good. HAHA
350? That’s bruutal
@@marcussorensen5549 150 of that is just insurance. Florida insurance premiums are crazy. Also 200 of that was a car payment that I have not had the last 2 years. It's actually very cheap. My Porsche Carrera is the brutal one if were comparing costs.
Buying a 2018 320i x drive today. Its new old stock and has 30 miles. Previously owned lexus and Cadillac so looking forward to the bmw
How is your experience going with this year and series ? I just got one myself but when breaking it’s making a squeaky noise
I have had my x5 e70 for about 5 months now. Got it with just under 80k miles on it. I have since had to replace the water pump and thermostat which was kind of pricey but that's what you expect on import cars. Gas is about $210 per month. Insurance for about $110 a month even though I have a bad driving record and not 21 yet lol. Overall it's not too bad compared to the comments people give. Much love from Indiana!!!
2015 m235i f22
Had this car for almost a year and nothing but reliable and hasn't been nothing crazy expense wise for a recent college graduate. Had an e90 before that since 2009 and all I'll say is they dont call it the ultimate driving machine for nothing. Do maintenance on your own like Justin says and expenses wont be to bad.
Just dont go to the dealership (stealership) work on the car yourself or find independent shops like once again Justin suggests. He knows his stuff.
Great video bro 👊
Thanks to you and this channel!!
I just bought my 1st BMW, a 2015 BMW 328i xDrive.
And I’ll be watching your channel more often to mod it out, actually about to do the red start/stop tomorrow 😎
I’m planning to buy one tomorrow
I have a 2011 BMW 328i & bought it used with 43,000 miles initially. I’ve had mine for about 3 years now. My monthly payment is about $325. My auto insurance is thru USAA & that’s about $100 monthly for full coverage. My BMW has been holding up so far. They are expensive to maintain in my opinion though. Especially getting those oil leaks fixed!
this is the exact model i want it has 72k miles i checked the car fax as well it was maintained
Mine is an 06 320d m sport
Monthly payment is under R3000 a month ($205)
Insurance is all inclusive under our business (not exactly what the car's costing is but total a month for insurance is under $150)
Fuel i fill ln a daily basis or R200 a day $13.71 and that gives me at least 150km on that single fill (average of 6 - 7 l/100km)
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Major repair was a transmission replacement + turbo actuator (R14k including labour - $960)
New turbo was done through an aftermarket warranty which was included when purchasing the car...
Knock on wood that I don't have to add to the list or repairs but even though spending so much to keep it going, i don't think i will ever get rid of it😁
South African 👏😂
@@Priingles a proud one at that 😎
Hell yeah🙏😂
E46 325i touring. Never had a single problem. Most reliable car I have owned. Went on a 2000 mile roadtrip a few months ago and it performed faultlessly. If you take care of it and the work yourself bimmers are pretty cheap.
2007 335i twin turbo. Lots of fun but a little more thirsty on gas :)
Do you have ANY problems at all? Is yours a coupe or a 4 door? How long did you have it for? How many owners did it have? How many miles? And does it run good, or does it ever not start or anything? Any issues at all, please let me know. I am looking at a 2011 335i coupe with 100k miles and the M Sport Package. Should I reconsider to the 328i coupe?
@@2stocke9x honestly all that shi doesn’t matter, I’ve seen E90s wit 150,000km with many problems and I’ve also seen 280,000km E90s in basically mint condition. It’s all about how the previous owner treated it etc.. it’s a great car when you know how to take care of it
@@axer6998 Doesn’t matter now I ended up getting a 2011 BMW 328i Xdrive Sedan with 124k Miles on it. Needs a service and new wheels and wheel swing arms or whatever its called.
@@2stocke9xthat’s good bro. Take good care of it and it will treat you good too. Fix those issues asap, don’t wait too long
@@2stocke9x congrats bro how much did you pay for it
2011 E90 320d Auto Exclusive package. I average around 5.2 liter per 100km (90-95% open road driving) so fuel is really cheap. I service at a RMI approved BMW workshop and besides the synthetic oil that is a little pricey its not that much more expensive to run then my mother's VW POLO 1.6 Car has been extremely reliable in almost 260 000km / 161 000+ miles I have had zero issues. Only thing is the rear tires do not seem to last very long. But I suspect it's a combination of South Africa's bad roads and high torque output of the oil burner under the hood. All in its a fantastic machine that I would recommend to anyone. Thanks, Justin, for the video. We really need more E90 content as its a seriously underrated car in my opinion.
literally only 3 seconds in the video and o m g, JUSTIN YOU ARE SOOO GOOD WITH THE CAMERA just wow.
Thank you I appreciate that! 🙏🏻
@@justinbuice id like to see a little tutorial on how you get shots like that
I instasubbed because of that 😂
323i 2011 with 145k km. Cleaned my vanos at 140k. Other than that the car is amazing.
My 2013 550i F10 N63 just put LiquiMoly 5w30 full synthetic oil .. hasn't burnt any oil at all like it used too. Runs like a dream
I have owned three BMW's in the last year. I'm beginning to think I'm one of those crazy people.
2000 bmw 328i (Bought to learn manual for $1200) e46
Bought it as a project car with some issues. Still a ton of fun to drive right now. Lot's to do to really get it fixed up.
2007 bmw 328i (Automatic) e90 - owned for two years, recently sold it to a friend.
2008 bmw 335i (Manual) e92 - (36k miles on it) made the upgrade and got some turbos, crossing my fingers on this one since i have heard the horror stories, but I just had to.
Will keep you posted!
The most I've had to deal with in the last two years was gasket issues and one dead & frozen battery in the middle of -30F (gotta love MN).
Rauschenburg how’s the 335 treating you? I just found a 90k mile manual one near me for just under $12k and want to pull the trigger on it badly
2003 525i with 60k Miles. Paid for the whole car up front (no monthly payments). I do all the maintenance my self the car has never given me any issues over a year of ownership but I did take care of a lot of preventative maintenance; water pump upgrade, valve cover, thermostat, other misc seals. All in my cost on parts was only about 1.5k added to the cost of the car. And then on average, it's about $200 a month for fuel and another $75 and $95 a year for Illinois registration.
You're definitely right about choosing a manual...it's less technical, so less issues...I'm in the middle of changing trans speed sensors due to a clutch read error...which manuals don't have to worry about...my most consistent expense is definitely gas...but to me, not being well-informed has been the biggest expense(preventative rather than learning-as-you-go).
Own a 2016 328i. Got it used @ 39k miles. Going in on 85k and most expensive fix was a valvetronic motor. Got a reliable BMW tech here in PHX so I got hooked up for 1,100. Some others ate not so lucky.
I just got a 528i, thanks to your vids I’m more confident I can take good care of my car 😁
2007 E92 328i coupe manual transmission and 80k miles
Bought back in February and drove it from Florida to Minnesota. It's been smooth so far. I pay around $350-400 with insurance and all. Unfortunately I don't have full coverage on it bc I'm a young guy with a couple tickets so i can't afford it. I read that that engine is one of the most reliable and that's why I got it, doesn't have much power(230 hp) but it's mainly just for cruising. Oil change for me was around $80 and it was really easy with your video and other ones on YT.
Next bimmer will be an M2, probably in like 10 years.
E60 525i hasn’t broken down at all since I picked it up 3 years ago
Edit: I do recall doing a valve cover gasket spark plugs and ignition coils the first 2 months of ownership, just preventative maintenance
Would you still recommend 3 years later
I have a 2008 328i. I live in Vancouver Canada. Gas is ridiculous, it’s about 100 bucks to fill my tank. My insurance is 178 a month. My car had 165000 km bought it. It’s now at 197000. I have changed coils, spark plugs, Vanos, oil filter housing gasket myself. I do my oil changes myself. I had a radiator hose break and I had to take it to a shop which cost 200. I changed the valve cover gasket, 35 dollars, but takes 4 hours to do. I had to redo it because I made a mistake when I put it back together.
Wanted a BMW for years, your videos inspired me to pull the trigger. It’s the same issues as my VW had , parts cost a bit more. Do as much as you can your self and it’s no big deal. Thanks for all of your content. Keep up the good work sir!
Thank you!
Bmw 2006 330xi, now it has 160k miles, i've done most repairs myself and is been super reliable
2013 328i convertible (E93) in Jan this year - pre-purchase inspection found oil leak trace, indie shop est is $500-$700. Ran into first major issue 2 months ago when engine started to whistle w/ check engine light and limp mode - took it to indie mech who diagnosed it as PCV issue, paid $1400 for replacing PCV + integrated valve cover. This high cost gave me a sticker shock since I had not spent this much on repair in total for last 20 years on prior cars I owned (Honda Civic + Subaru Impreza). Never was a petrol head so never did DIY on prior cars, hence paid for it. Then recently, when on full throttle, check engine light goes on and engine starts backfiring, everything fine if I restart ignition. Indie mech said it's either spark plugs/ignition coils/injectors. I'm now convinced that DIY is the only option to avoid getting burnt by the high repair cost. Now watching vids (including yours) and learning more about replacing plugs/coils. Need to start from scratch by buying the required tools, BMW engine basics, then tackling the plug/coil replacement as first DIY project. Last oil change cost me $150+ at indie shop. Not sure yet if I want to tackle oil gasket leak issue.
2005 325i 4dr, super reliable car. Owned for 3 years and 70kms (140km-210km) rough maintenance cost was 3000$. Not bad at all in my opinion
I’ve been contemplating on purchasing a 2018 3 series 330i BMW. I was afraid until I saw your video. You’ve shed light on most of my concerns. Thanks.
I did it ! I bought a 2017 28i XDrive. ❤
2011 BMW 328i $240/month car payment and $214/month for car insurance (bundled with my family) and I live in Las Vegas 😊
Rico Gomez same
I’ve had a bmw 3 series 4 cylinder for about 5 months now i bought it used with 60k miles. The only issue I had was an oxygen sensor which just the sensor was about 330 I changed spark plugs and coils if you’re wondering it cost me about $900 for one fix. So yes it’s pretty expensive and FYI these parts I got weren’t aftermarket either. However I haven’t had a problem with it ever since. They’re fun cars to drive but from my experience I’d say driving habits are a big factor to how long your car will last you. And of course maintenance. Don’t be afraid to buy one I’m glad this video is out because I was on the same boat as everyone commenting before I bought a bmw and I’m very happy with it. .
thanks man just found your channel awesome stuff bro i just bought a bmw 320i 2009 wagon automatic got it at 66000km and average 1000kms a week very nice car to drive so far and get about 690 700 ks to a full tank if i drive like a nanny still much to learn about this and want to keep as a future project car for later on
2010 e90 320i
4 year ownership and here's a list of things that broke or needed replacing:
Nox sensor.
Oil pressure control valve.
Water leaking in to the foot wells due to faulty weather proofing.
Timing chain tensioner replaced as a preventative measure, 1 year later timing chain, tensioner (again) and VANOS on exhaust side needed replacing.
Right side tail light ground wiring broke and needed soldering.
On monday I'm having the right side rear wheel bearing replaced.
The AC recently has started to sound like a choir of crickets.
Oh, and I believe the washer fluid tank or pump is leaking. Filled it to the brim 2 weeks ago, now the low washer fluid light has come on again.
Other than that I've changed wear and tear items such as brakes and dampers. It has full service history, and have done oil changes in between dealer recommended intervals.
It's been a real lemon, but still I'm considering a newer BMW for my next car (I need help)
My E36 we drive it like 500 miles a year lol. It has cost me about $300 this year so far for an alternator and a few parts and insurance
E36 will last a long time.
I just purchased and 2017 330i RWD in January with 67k on it. Had my first problem at 69,500 miles. The coolant line into the turbo was leaking coolant. Don’t know how much the repair was because it was covered under warranty. Other than that I love the way the car drives and it feels solid for the most part. It’s great on gas. So far I haven’t let it get lower than a half tank and I pay 25-30 dollars to fill up from half once a week, premium gas.
2005 E90 325i... best car to buy. Reliable af
Owned a 2012/13 F01 740d with the msport pack since new and it's a great car, costs around £3500 to run each year. I've put on 84,000 miles on it and can't wait to out a million plus miles on it. Can't go wrong with a BMW
Great video for BMW enthusiasts. My buddy loves BMW but got rid of it because of the money it took to maintain it. I had a beautiful 2001 525i that was the biggest POS I've ever owned. Ill never buy another. They're total money pits. You said it best yourself. After 100k they fall to pieces. If they make it that long.
Buy a Lexus or Toyota & they're not even broken in at 100k.
Lexus and Toyotas are money pits because you will fall asleep after 5 minutes driving one. You will miss work because you need to stay at the hospital = money lost 🤣
@@MS-we4wi Hardly
2007 328xi 97k miles. I’m paying $200 a month for the car payment, $75 a month for full coverage insurance with a $500 deductible, and about $100-150 a month in gas depending on how much driving I do. I’ve only had the car for a year, and haven’t had any major repairs, only front pads and rotors, which was a few hundred dollars at a small mechanic shop.
Good video dude🤘no car payment on a bmw is the ultimate way to actually enjoy true ownership of the vehicle, and yes avoid all stealership 🙅🏽♂️and extended warranty coverage, just save your own money for maintenance.
What’s up Bruce. I purchased a 2003 bmw 325xi last year around this time and ever since I’ve paid for a transmission, the whole coolant group you know the thermostat, water pump, upper and lower coolant hose, and fan clutch. I’ve also bought a new fly wheel and more parts. Personally I loved working on the car myself which made it a lot cheaper but I paid $1600 for the car and paid well over that amount from parts and repairs. Currently my car is sitting in the driveway bc on my way to the beach, the oil poured out of my car. I’m not sure what the actual problem is because I don’t have enough money to go fix it
I own a 2002 BMW 325 xi with over 325k km. Its got a steering rack leak on the right side but hopefully I get it fixed soon
300 thousand miles ??
Just bought a 2005 BMW 3.0i Z4 with 84k miles and I'm in love! First BMW
2011 BMW 328i Xdrive E92
Pay about $135 for insurance
About $50 for a full tank of gas
And no real big cost only preventative maintenance things.
I know I’m 2 years late but I need to know…. Was this bmw your first car? Because I’m really debating on getting a bmw as my first car, no driving record or anything and I’m 19. So I’m now considering the insurance portion of the luxurious bmw. I have an idea of what maintenance cost would be and since I plan on cashing out the car full price now I just need to consider insurance
@@6.0Kree no it was my 2nd car and I was also 19 at the time the N52 was pretty reliable for me the only thing I really had to deal with was the vcg and oil changes and that was pretty much it and well I had a good credit score and a fairly cleanish driving record so it all depends on where you get it insured at.. I’d call around..
I’m a proud BMW owner, currently with me 3rd Bimmer.
2006 E90 325i - 3 year lease, very little issues with the car, like door seals creaking (seems to be a common thing). All maintenance was covered so I only paid for tires which were about 900-1100 for a set (staggered RFTs). Returned at end of lease. Sports package, Premium Package, Headlights upgrade.
2009 E90 LCI 328i - By far my favorite Bimmer. Had all same upgrades as the previous one just added navigation system. Loved this one so much I kept it after my lease was up. Drove it across the country from SoCal to Miami, FL going the scenic route (drove up through Colorado instead of staying on Interstate 10). Purchased the extended warranty on it, so again paid nothing on routine maintenance with the exception of tires. Unfortunately the car was totaled...went over a small rock while canyon carving after moving back to SoCal, rupturing the oil pan. After having it towed home, I made arrangements to take it to the nearest dealership to assess and repair, but the towing company turned on the car (there’s no oil in the engine!!!!) and pretty much sealed its fate.
2018 F30 LCI 340i - After living in New York and traveling for a year, I finally settled in a spot long enough to get a car again and went all out just short of an M car. M Sport with M Performance decked out. I fuel up every 1.5 weeks about 45-50 each time with current gas prices, insurance about 120/month, annual registration is astronomical at about 600/annually in California. On another 3 year lease and again practically no issues except for the door seals and a sensitive trunk open sensor (seems to be a common thing with South Africa builds after comparing with other F30 owners). Although the previous E90 is near and dear to me, I enjoy my current Bimmer because it looks more unique compared to the sea of F30s on the road (320i, 330i and most 340i but here you’re now rubbing shoulders with proper Bimmer heads). Again nothing on maintenance but tires this time around will be higher due to 19” wheels (previous two were 17”) at around 1400-1600 staggered RFTs.
I know RFTs get a bad rap due to cost and louder road noise, but I mostly drown out all outside noise with heavy metal and have piece of mind. Most reputable tire spots will not patch your tires but it definitely can be patched with no issues.
Oh and I’ve had bad luck with my tires...I somehow am a magnet for getting nails to puncture my tires on all three Bimmers. I’m on my second patch with my current F30...😓
Hey love the vids man, I myself have a 2007 BMW 335xi and although I have had some expected issues (water pump and high pressure fuel pump) I cant complain bc it is such an amazing car. I can definitely agree though, doing as much maintenance yourself as possible will save you a small fortune.
The N52 engine is indestructible! My brother has an N46 and has quite a few problems with it. I'm currently driving it (2006 318i) and it's an amazing car but breaks pretty easily and it's not too powerful either. I've driven N52 and it didn't seem to have any of the problems that I've seen on N46.
Lucky, I own a 2015 Infiniti Q50a and I live in NYC. Full coverage insurance is 366. Ofcourse I’m only 20 so it’s in my mom name, for me by my self they wanted 1k a month which was insane
1k a month !!! No way
Wtf not even in cali
2008 335xi that i just bought last weekend... left me stranded already and I believe its the alternator.... fingers crossed I can get it running soon.
2017 BMW 330I, I love it so far but worried about future cost. It only have 30k miles on it and is in perfect condition, thats not to say something won't break😩
Do you still have it? How is it running now ?
I have 08 335i the most expensive repair I'm gonna have to to do is my transmission repair seems like ots slipping when. It changes gears so far only major problem I have the car only has 78 thousand miles hope nothing else major pops up
Do put some money aside for those fuel injectors in the future. If you can try to get INPA so you can program the injectors yourself
@@reneucardenasm ya I started to getting ready to change the spark plugs and the coils on it
Ive got a 2013 116i f21, 106000+- km on and purring like a kitten, not too sure on monthly cost but i spend around 100 dollars on fuel, just mainly because i drive alot and we live a bit further away from certain things. Can completely agree with services being overpriced at dealerships, last oil change cost 140 dollars instead of 230 dollars at the dealership, i just didnt have time to change the oil myself. Your channel is awesome man!
Blue 2006 BMW 330xi 😎 I do a lot of driving so i spend about 120-150 a month on gas
I have a 2009 BMW 328i coupe, Iv had one problem so far and it was to replace a reverse valve in my gm transmission. The dealer wanted ($728), but I did it myself for ($183). Hopefully no more major issues in the future.
I love the car to death!
Nice! That’s quite a big savings!
The problems with bmw aren’t the monthly costs, it’s the reliability in the long run if you decide to keep it. I had a 750i and after 60,000 miles gaskets were failing, expansion tank cracked, coolant hoses failed, water pump went out, valley pan needed replacement, I loved the car beautiful and fast but I went Lexus cause I was tired of the BS.
if the car is too old it will wear out, it is normal.
2008 328xi with 132,500 miles. Monthly payment is $165 and insurance is $152 per month (I'm a 22 year old male). So far I have put around $2,000 into the car in the past year, but most of it was not crucial to the operation of my car, rather it was me being picky with the driving/handling of the car. As far as necessary repairs, I have spent around $800 in the past year, but it was mostly broken suspension components and routine servicing such as the transfer case fluid, control arm bushings, tires, etc. Even though I could be driving something cheaper, I would not trade my car for anything else! Well, maybe a newer, lower mileage example ;)
2015 Jeep Cherokee Limited
59k miles
Payment - $302
Insurance- $90/mo
Gas- $60/mo
TJ Velazquez Those are nice! I’m....
Leasing a 2017 Dodge Charger SXT Rallye AWD with 9,400 miles so far.
Payment- $388
Insurance- $134 full coverage (MI)
Gas- $60 per month +/-
Marshall Fox love the chargers!
Everyone gives Chrysler products a bad rep. But I’ve owned 3 problem-free Chrysler products and as long as your meticulous on maintenance they’ll last a great while!
TJ Velazquez Thanks for the reply. It’s funny u mention that. This is my 3rd Charger, previously had a 2006 & 2013 and the experience with this one has not been great. A number of things fixed under warranty but the main thing being the transmission was replaced at 6,700 miles because it was slipping.
I’m glad I’m leasing this with only about 10 months left. Although I really love the amount of features, technology and styling of the Charger and many other FCA vehicles... I’m just not sure I wanna get into another FCA product. But those new RAM’s are sweet!!
Had 97 e36 328i no major costs just oil changes and changed coils pack and plugs off Amazon for 200.00. Still have. 282,693 MLS. Had it for five years everyday driver.
Now have a 2011 335i N55 and same 70000 no major repairs just change oil ,50-60 bucks and super UNL for fuel. Love this car.