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      02-01-2019, 04:54 PM   #23
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I got a 2006 BMW 330i with 213K on it. I maintain the hell out of it. Plan on least having it the next 7 years I have left in the Army, even tho wifey hates the car. My folks got a 1997 328i back home we had since I was in 14 now im 33 with 315K still rolling.
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My 88 BMW 318i lasted to 280,000 miles until my older sister decide to wreak it on 287. Only major issue I had consistently with it was electrical.
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Friends 09 328i is still going past 240k miles.
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Plan to hit 250k plus on my F30 / N26

Own this vehicle and its not going anywhere.

Only a matter of cost to keep it on the road. I honestly don't expect anything exceptional.

So far so good at almost 69k miles.

In the meantime, oil and filter every 5k.
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Anyone out there still an original owner of a BMW past 200,000 miles?

Just bought a 2016 328i and I usually keep my cars forever.

Any tips on keeping it past 250,000 miles?!

Thanks!
I believe the 328i has the 4 cylinder turbo engine. There have been reports of the timing chain having problems. When the car gets near 100k miles I would start to worry about that.
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Anyone out there still an original owner of a BMW past 200,000 miles?

Just bought a 2016 328i and I usually keep my cars forever.

Any tips on keeping it past 250,000 miles?!

Thanks!
I believe the 328i has the 4 cylinder turbo engine. There have been reports of the timing chain having problems. When the car gets near 100k miles I would start to worry about that.
This is true although the likelihood of failure is very low for PROPERLY maintained engines.

Running long OCI (greater than 7k miles) and also allowing ASS to engage constantly are thought to be the leading causes of premature timing chain failure.
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BMW N20 engines received warranty extensions due to timing chain related issues.

More in https://x3.xbimmers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1482736

If the timing chain snaps, the destructive consequences can retire the engine prematurely.

There is no reason why the vehicle should not last 200K miles if proper and proactive maintenance has been done: timing chain and guides, charge pipe, injectors, wiring from DME to spark plugs, spark plugs, and oil / filter changes every 7.5K miles on average.
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BMW N20 engines received warranty extensions due to timing chain related issues.

More in https://x3.xbimmers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1482736

If the timing chain snaps, the destructive consequences can retire the engine prematurely.

There is no reason why the vehicle should not last 200K miles if proper and proactive maintenance has been done: timing chain and guides, charge pipe, injectors, wiring from DME to spark plugs, spark plugs, and oil / filter changes every 7.5K miles on average.
Good info and suggestions.

Please explain injectors and wiring from DME to spark plugs as known failure items?

Not debating, just unfamiliar and interested.
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N20 engines use direct injection. Bad injectors can literally dump fuel causing misfires. Spark plugs at the end of their useful life can make misfires worse. Combine it with bad wiring (rubber insulation weakens with time) which does not deliver proper electrical signals and it's easy to use how these three components have to work together well to prolong engine life.

It's common to replace direct injectors and pay attention to spark plugs and wires later. All three need attention especially properly gapped spark plugs after injector replacement.
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Interesting. Good points. Ive already changed my plugs to one step colder NGK. Probably do injectors and second set of plugs at 100k

In addition to the timing chain issue...

Im personally interested in the longevity of the following (made of plastic). Prone to cracking or warping?

1. Oil pan
2. Valve cover
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Do you really think there will be that many F30s with over 200k yet? Or was this a general question? If so, I have multiple BMWs with north of 200k. My track car became a track car with just over 200k on the clock. It's now around 250k. Do the maintenance and fix it when it breaks. There's no reason a car can't be kept on the road indefinitely.
truth. i guess the question is whether the cost/hassle of repairs is worth it vs replacing the car. time to roll the dice
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      02-10-2019, 11:21 AM   #35
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Nice lookin Bimmer. Looks like you took care of it.
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      03-24-2019, 03:10 PM   #36
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Anyone out there still an original owner of a BMW past 200,000 miles?

Just bought a 2016 328i and I usually keep my cars forever.

Any tips on keeping it past 250,000 miles?!

Thanks!
My 2004 E46 330ci is at 228K and going strong. I'm not original owner but I've put less than 1K into it in the span of 2 years; that's pretty damn cheap to me. You just have to be on top of maintenance; more importantly preventative maintenance rather than reactive. Naturally aspirated engines usually can go longer but that isn't to say forced induction engines can't either. Either way, it doesn't matter what car it is, it's all about how to take care of it and how it's driven.
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      03-24-2019, 03:17 PM   #37
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german car with over 100k = ticking time bomb. if you're looking for a car thats built to last look elsewhere like japanese or american.
Hmmm know it's an old thread but that is BS.
I have had 2 BMW's now running fairly reliable over 300.000 miles, one of them closer to 350.000 miles.
Can be done with proper maintenance and mechanical respect.
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anielsen71 Im with you, I've got a 01 325Ci with 250k and still ticking like a clock with proper maintenence.
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My 2004 E46 330ci is at 228K and going strong. I'm not original owner but I've put less than 1K into it in the span of 2 years; that's pretty damn cheap to me.
I've spent on average $83.33 per month over the last 5 years on my 2012 328i (F30) and that includes two sets of top-notch Conti tires. Before that I did not have to cover anything out of pocket. Not bad at all IMO. Car's got 110k on it and going strong.
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I'm at 91k miles, will get the timing chain done. Spark plugs done, oil changes every 7,500k give or take. I do need to get the intake manifold walnut blasted and I'll try to get it done every 40k or so miles. My commute now will be 37-39k miles a year so I'll be racking it up quick.
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Had a 2011 335i two year ago with 177K when I turned it into the dealer. Besides the usual upkeep, everything was original except for the radiator.
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Im here BMW F30 207,000 miles !

Morning everyone!
My 2013 bmw f30 320d m sport has done so far 207k mile and i didnt had any majour problems, i changed the timing chain at around 184k
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Noticed someone on one of the FB groups, posted about his 300k mile N20.

That's the highest Ive seen so far. Anyone beat that? Im at 122k and rolling along nicely. Knock on wood... 200k should be doable for sure.
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