[simscott]

Originally Posted by hollovoid7

Mine (2016 428i gc xdrive) has had transfer case replaced under warranty at 49,500 miles, but otherwise just brakes, venturi line, telematics battery. Did tranny fluid/pan and diffs fluid at 65k, Sitting at 91k miles, and runs great. Need suspension work soon but that's more or preference, it's not bad.

My last car, meticulously maintained 2010 Honda Accord had timing chain let loose at 100,000k, so those things can really happen to any vehicle.

Just keep up on fluids and get regular service and it should treat ya well.

I did my suspension at 90k and felt like a new car off the lot, highly recommend doing that as mine where completely shot. Shocks only last about 50K anyway, after that people just get used to the rougher ride and don't think to replace them.

[hollovoid7]

Originally Posted by simscott

I did my suspension at 90k and felt like a new car off the lot, highly recommend doing that as mine where completely shot. Shocks only last about 50K anyway, after that people just get used to the rougher ride and don't think to replace them.

That's good to know!

I have all the front control arms, (rears on the way) and bilstein b6 shocks for front and rear going in soon, so I imagine it's going to be pretty drastic lol. Can't wait.

[Rockinryan2424]

Originally Posted by simscott

I did my suspension at 90k and felt like a new car off the lot, highly recommend doing that as mine where completely shot. Shocks only last about 50K anyway, after that people just get used to the rougher ride and don't think to replace them.

How much that cost you I'm at 70 now and I can definitely tell it's getting a bit lazy

[sspade]

Originally Posted by Rockinryan2424

How much that cost you I'm at 70 now and I can definitely tell it's getting a bit lazy

A grand worth of parts will go a long way with refreshing the suspension if you shop around online.

[Rockinryan2424]

Originally Posted by sspade

A grand worth of parts will go a long way with refreshing the suspension if you shop around online.

For sure for sure definitely gonna look into it around 80 or so if my little n20 doesn't decide to grenade itself

[Handsomecore]

Originally Posted by F30lolz

Nice job! 178k on mine. Same TC/guides or have they’ve been replaced?

Yes same timing chain and guides

[Handsomecore]

Originally Posted by mikereeze

213k! whats the service engine light for?

Misfire ..... burning oil

[phdat28]

Originally Posted by F30lolz

Haha it’s all good. I’ve called out phdat28, aka Goldilocks to contribute to this thread but looks like he’s disappeared into beer o’clock zone.

Just landed a remote job so the f36 won’t be subject to DD duties. Might take a while to get to 200k and beyond but I’ll be traveling a lot this summer to NY and FL so we’ll see if I take the e90/f36 or CTS.

Last I checked, your mom and still an idiot.

[Rockinryan2424]

Originally Posted by phdat28

Last I checked, your mom and still an idiot.

Huh?

[Blacksapphiref30_]

Currently on 105k miles. Keep an eye on the timing chain when you pass 100k but imo n20 is a great engine

[bryanbrian]

Originally Posted by heifetz17

With all due respect if it's your first BMW you can't really comment on reliability. I've had 12 different BMW's over the last 17 years and they've been some of the best cars I've ever owned if properly maintained. Every model has its common problems and if left ignored and let to fail that doesn't make the brand as a whole unreliable. I've never been left stranded by any model of BMW even with almost 280k miles.

I thought "properly maintained" was what BMW recommends such as 10k for oil changes so that is what I have been doing. However my mechanic, after opening up the motor, thought it had not been changed in a long time. He recommends 4k oil changes and based on the condition of the oil on the broken parts, I think I will be following that advice.

[adhrp]

Originally Posted by bryanbrian

I thought "properly maintained" was what BMW recommends such as 10k for oil changes so that is what I have been doing. However my mechanic, after opening up the motor, thought it had not been changed in a long time. He recommends 4k oil changes and based on the condition of the oil on the broken parts, I think I will be following that advice.

That makes no sense. Perhaps your dealer didn't actually change the oil? I did 17k OCIs the first 50k miles and now I do 8k OCIs. Engine is just fine. Check my Blackstone oil analysis report here (they suggested I try 10k next time because oil still looked very good): https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh...ght=blackstone

[bryanbrian]

Originally Posted by adhrp

That makes no sense. Perhaps your dealer didn't actually change the oil? I did 17k OCIs the first 50k miles and now I do 8k OCIs. Engine is just fine. Check my Blackstone oil analysis report here (they suggested I try 10k next time because oil still looked very good): https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh...ght=blackstone

I'm thinking maybe I should change my own oil. That way I can see it's condition when I drain it.

[adhrp]

Originally Posted by bryanbrian

I'm thinking maybe I should change my own oil. That way I can see it's condition when I drain it.

I know for sure when I lived in the southwest my dealer never changed my cabin air filter even though they had it listed in the final bill (free to me due to new car complimentary maintenance). I wouldn't be surprised if they do the same with things like oil changes too.

[sspade]

Originally Posted by bryanbrian

I'm thinking maybe I should change my own oil. That way I can see it's condition when I drain it.

Good idea on DIY but wouldnt bother with worrying about its condition when you change considering...

You can get quality oil and an OEM filter for under $40 USD. Change it every 5k miles like clockwork and your looking at $100-$200 annually. Cheap piece of mind in my opinion vs. trying to squeeze every last mile out of the change. Not saying 7k intervals is the worst idea ever but 10k is unnecessary and almost abusive IMHO.

[F30lolz]

Originally Posted by phdat28

Last I checked, your mom and still an idiot.

An idiot because your reading comprehension skills are subpar. Good job.

Originally Posted by Rockinryan2424

Huh?

Don’t mind phdat28, she’s just learning the English language.

Hit 189k this morning. Plugs/coil packs just replaced, along with the serpentine belt and throttle body cleaned.

[Evil]

been terrified of the timing chain, but my n20 at 60k mi should have the new part! cheers, looking forward to many more miles

[alx.]

Just hit 140.000 miles on my 2013 320i with the N20. Has been tuned since 100.000 miles and it runs like clockwork. I'm going to change the oil this weekend with Ravenol VMP USVO since I've read some good reviews on it here in Europe.

Edit: TC + oil pump + pump chain done at 100.000.

[F30lolz]

Originally Posted by alx.

Just hit 140.000 miles on my 2013 320i with the N20. Has been tuned since 100.000 miles and it runs like clockwork. I'm going to change the oil this weekend with Ravenol VMP USVO since I've read some good reviews on it here in Europe.

Edit: TC + oil pump + pump chain done at 100.000.

Are you on Stage 1 or 2?

[QUiKSR20]

Originally Posted by sspade

Good idea on DIY but wouldnt bother with worrying about its condition when you change considering...

You can get quality oil and an OEM filter for under $40 USD. Change it every 5k miles like clockwork and your looking at $100-$200 annually. Cheap piece of mind in my opinion vs. trying to squeeze every last mile out of the change. Not saying 7k intervals is the worst idea ever but 10k is unnecessary and almost abusive IMHO.

Yeah no point going 17k miles on an oil change:

1 - Its a turbo car that burns oil ( alot of turbo motors do when you give them a workout ) Esp if your cars tuned ( mine has been tuned since 65k and im at 109k ).
( when I change my oil I dont get out exactly what I put in even accounting for oil staying in parts of the engine )

2 - FCP Euro = Buy the Oil Change Kit 1 time and only pay shipping on each oil change after

3 - The known issues with Timing Chains / guides issues on these motors that many have said could be OCI related.

Even if its just for piece of mind with the N20 or any Turbo performance motor, change your oil its the best cheapest preventative maintained you can do esp when FCP will do a warranty return ( they advertise this ) for free.

[dís_f30]

Got mine with 61,000 miles and it now has a lil over 156,000 miles on the clock. I've had it for 3 yrs. and I drive it all over. The only major work was I had a timing chain replacement kit put in. The rest has been minor upgrades (turbo inlet pipe, boost pipe, oil pan, etc., etc. to replace the junk stock plastic parts that will eventually fail). She runs great and is solid.

[QUiKSR20]

Originally Posted by dís_f30

Got mine with 61,000 miles and it now has a lil over 156,000 miles on the clock. I've had it for 3 yrs. and I drive it all over. The only major work was I had a timing chain replacement kit put in. The rest has been minor upgrades (turbo inlet pipe, boost pipe, oil pan, etc., etc. to replace the junk stock plastic parts that will eventually fail). She runs great and is solid.

Awesome, My oil pump is whining until it warms up but chain seems tight and once warm the noise is gone and she rips.. I hear you can have the oil pump whine and not have a chain issue.. So ill monitor and go from there.. Im really not in a rush to sell or upgrade since the car still looks new inside and out.. Just has a whiny oil pump until warm. I hear the whiny pump and chain issue are seperate issues, You can have a noisy pump and never have a chain issue.

- Start Stop has been disabled since 45k miles
- Been Tuned since 60k
- Oil changes every 7-8k w/ Liqui Moly since 50k

Currently @ 109k no issues outside of the pump whine before warmed up.