Many experienced owners and mechanics will tell you to stay far away from used BMWs, especially ones from the last 20 years, or so. They are simply not worth the money you will no doubt have to pour into them. They break easily, the parts are expensive, and the labor costs are astronomical. Sure, they look cool and have that certain amount of allure about them.
But that sweet siren song will eventually hit a series of bad notes as you make it rain personal checks down at the local Euro repair shop. Here are 15 solid reasons to not buy a used BMW. BMWs are notorious for their electrical problems. But the problems aren't just caused by the fancy gadgets — even basic things, such as power windows and batteries, mysteriously stop working.
A conspiracy theory that BMW makes much more off the repair parts than by selling new cars is taking root. Post something bad happened to the brand It seems many mechanics and BMW enthusiasts tend to agree with this statement. The cars coming out of Munich these days aren't what they used to be. Consumer Reports tells you everything you need to know.
They have not scored the brand as "above average" since Now add the fact that published data shows that BMWs are more likely than any other brand to be off the road after four to eight years. Not exactly a ringing endorsement for brand reliability, but surely BMW is aware of the situation, so why aren't things improving?
Sneaky cost-cutting has hurt BMW as a brand over the years. They occasionally use cheaper parts that can cause the cars to not last as long. It's usually not affecting those who buy brand-new BMWs though, but their manufacturing decisions have cast a plague on their used vehicles. Advertisement Back to top E36 :. These can seem to be rather shabby and a bit neglected and, of course, there may well be rust.
The main reason to shop for an E36 is that the M3 versions are still real-world money. Most buyers were plumping for diesel at this stage and actually the d in particular had a lot of problems. The turbos could fail and the bearings could wear prematurely.
Advertisement Back to top E90 — :. Modern BMW, modern problems, such as blocked DPF filters, which are increasingly common, so always be on guard for a blowing diesel turbo. The timing chain can fail if the servicing has been even slightly overlooked. Interestingly, the original 17in and 19in alloy wheels have been prone to cracking on run-flats, although they should have been replaced by now.
The general consensus among long-term owners is that this is the most reliable 3 Series since the E46, even though it may not necessarily feel as solidly constructed as some of the old ones.
Its 19,mile service intervals mean that there can be some neglect, but the timing chain is no longer an issue. Advertisement Back to top Read more. BMW: The 8 Series is a proper sports car. BMW 3 Series review. Related articles. Are part-worn tyres safe? Latest Drives.
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You can always check whether the engine is hot before you get in. If it is, there might be something fishy going on. We want a cold engine so that we can see how the car starts on a normal day. It is a mixture of class, luxury and driving pleasure. It is also one of the more reliable BMW models and it has a more affordable price than 5 and 7 Series.
Access to 10,s of Government pre-owned quality vehicles at rock bottom prices. With thousands new listings each week! Join here. During the years, there have been both great and not-so-great BMW 3 Series models. Here are the best ones to purchase second hand from of each of the past decades. The s and s BMW E30 are extremely affordable and refuse to stop working. The BMW 3 E36 was released in the s and was one of the most beloved vehicles of all time.
It offered both a diesel and a gasoline engine, and the tds is a great choice. The s also offered the beautiful E46 from , which came with amazing engine choices. The most common choice here is the BMW d, which was also one of the most common cars you would see on the road for a reason — a great value for money.
The d was even better in many ways, but a bit less reliable than the d. It delivered serious performance and over 40 miles per gallon, which is impressive for any BMW. Despite the BMW d being very common and a good deal for the money, the BMW i and i are better choices for a second-hand vehicle, as they have been more reliable in the long run.
In the s, you witnessed the rise of the E90 which popularized the BMW 3 Series as a bigger version of itself.
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