BIG PROBLEMS with BMW 5 SERIES! Would NOT BUY AGAIN!!!

Today I talk about my garage kept 2013 BMW 528I Msport with 58,000 miles problems. Here are the problems (not in order)
1. Both headlights fog up when there is moderate to heavy rain (water in headlight)
2. The motor mounts went bad (started feeling vibrations around 42,000 Miles)
3. The Boost pipe had a huge crack where it entered the engine block
4. The charge pipe had a hairline crack
5. The Air condition compressor and components needed to be changed due to failure
6. Sunroof has bubble
7. Unlock/ Lock sensors went bad for driver and passenger door
8. Radio unit controls failed
9. Rotors warped twice and (i dont ride the brakes, overheat them, or brake very hard)
The Costs
1. ~$400- 600 per light
2. ~$100 for parts and $1200 for labor not including shop fee and tax and possible rental. Dealer quoted me around $1800
3. ~$150 not including labor
4.~$150 not including labor
5.~$1500 with discount not including rental car or tax
6. not sure havent considered changing yet
7. ~$500 (this is how much it cost for the door lock actuator)
8. ~$350 X2 = $700 roughly although i dont remember for sure
You can save quite a bit if you do the work yourself, but if not there you have it!
This was my experience with this car. Hopefully yours is better

[@Brandon-cl5mr]

Ima be straight up with you as a person who not only ones a BMW and also repairs BMWs. Motor mounts that fail at 50k miles you drove the vehicle very aggressively. Aggressive driving kills motor mounts faster, explains your warped rotors to. Your bad motor mounts is what led to your cracked pipes and bad transmission mount believe it or not.. What really happened is you neglected to repair the vehicle when you had one bad motor mount which caused extreme stress on your other mounts on top of your driving habits, road conditions you may be traveling on etc over time the others eventually failed to which explains your transmission mount failure. Spend the money on racing/High speed performance rotors and pads your aggressive driving comes with aggressive breaking. Also ownership of a BMW is expensive as for any luxury cars, how they are driven, and maintained plays a huge role on how much time u spend fixing stuff. You want to own a BMW but honestly it sounds like you can’t afford the maintenance and or repairs... Well maybe you should go back to a GM because an imported German car is not going to be cheap to fix unless you fix it yourself. Parts are also high. Also change your oil filter housing seal they eventually leak....

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[@alfa_romeo55yush82]

Ive always been amazed, when these cars first came out, that it idled like a diesel engine. Same sound as a diesel engine..

[@abovethefrey3681]

Thank you so much for going thru your issues that you’ve had with your BMW. I’m sorry that it has been a pain in the butt. 😢 Great video, thanks again! 😊

[@JW43758]

Thank you for the honest review!! Really appreciate it

[@Mr-Clark]

Thanks for the informative video. I was looking into buying a used one. I feel bad for you. My wife's 2005 Toyota Solara has nowhere near the amount of problems you experienced. Given her car is not performance oriented by a long shot, but it's been a true champion.

[@tonle9292]

thank you for the great details video! Wonderful info.

[@yoonmeonme9842]

I have a 2013 with 79k miles on it 528i change the oil ever 3k miles and push the thing hard on the freeway doing 85plus and never have a problem I straight pipped it muffler delete res delete and honestly it makes it some much better to enjoy and it don’t feel like power was lost at all and blacked it out looks lux and sporty

[@Eric-jc8ji]

Any updates?

[@SK-jd6gg]

How is it running now if you still have it?

[@jg1000c]

Replaced both my headlights The factory seals go bad. Replaced water pump and heater fan too. Bad plastic smell was coming into the car. No issue with oil leaks or broken plastic pipes.

[@Nine0FiveCollections]

Sounds like an extended warranty goes a long way with these.

[@flipflop1283]

I have never had any experience with the 528i. From my experience, the 535i is a very well vehicle.

[@NutritionPolice]

Turbo needed replaced after a few years on my 2010 535i

[@edisonmoten7385]

@@NutritionPolice isnt the 2010 535i has the N54 motor? Not the N55. I've heard the N54 motor has Lots of problems but very good for mods for racing..

[@flipflop1283]

@@NutritionPolice Yeahhh the E60 gen isn't as good as the next generation f10's

[@RealPStakks]

I Love My 535 xdrive f10 they do take a lot of Maintenance but worth it

[@MichaelNNguyen]

It's probably your vehicle but mine still held up pretty good.

[@koshitek]

Sounds like it's pretty reliable to me. The cracked plastic stuff is the same as all turbocharged engines. And BMW their cars to run hot to get better fuel economy.

[@abirmahmud1334]

My 5 series has 115k miles and it’s held up pretty good

[@Positive.Planet]

im pushing 108k and been good so far (535i)

[@xavierviper]

yea but after 150k everything just goes out I won't own a BMW again

[@SaturdayWinter]

95k on a 2015 535i Xdrive Msport has been great so far.

[@TheBo3bbas]

Same my 530i 2013 is 75k and no problems till now

[@jbcarsvids4128]

My moms has about almost 105k and it’s been good had issues with it before but it’s been fixed (2008 528i)

[@markcarter3552]

very informative. I have a 1999 E39. The best 5 ever. I've had the E60 (2004-2010)-- total crap. bad plastics. Still have the E39 , 20 yrs now. thinking of getting an F10. The do look good, but I'm so scared its more junk and computers. Thanks so much!!

[@kaz128]

My 550i had issue after issue.... Valve stem seals were the number one issue, went at 70k miles and BMW wouldn't cover it. The repair costs thousands, just got rid of the car because besides that there were so many issues.

[@ilcooldj]

the driver/passenger door plastic trims......Agreed! Everything else you mentioned screams "car partially or fully drowned" or plain "regular maintenance" engine mounts, intercooler pipe, air-inlet pipe....all normal maintenance fogging lights, radio buttons, amplifier, keyless sensor, etc.....all abnormal, and have '"flooding" experience written all over them.

[@Jdoug305]

so you are saying his war was in some kind of accident and that it’s just normal maintenance without the accident car problems ?

[@Wfb_DVM]

im sorry that happened to you bro. i just ordered a 2014 f10 and like you aid in the description you can save literally thousands just by maintaining the vehicle on your own

[@alphae9712]

Facts

[@Jdoug305]

how could he have prevent some of this stuff? I’m about to buy and my dad repairs cars but I want to learn myself but he has no time to teach me

[@Jdoug305]

just what to do to save me from these stuff because I read another comment and it said he probably flooded his vehicle

[@Jaizensama]

Man that sucks that you had such a bad experience. Personally my 2014 535i has been my most reliable car ever. Never had any of the issues that you have had. I think your issue is that you need to find a mechanic instead of going to a dealership.

[@idanvfx_studio]

35i is the sweet spot with bmw, 28s and 50s are money pits...asides that the dealership is a bad place to fix almost any car brand outside warranty.

[@DMVBaller362]

@@idanvfx_studio anything besides 2011 528i with n52 engine is money pit for 528i’s

[@copoutdropout3933]

Headlights fogging up takes like 10 seconds to fix tbh. Pop the hood and open the top of the headlights to let the moisture out and put the cap back on next time you get in.

[@dipdas2089]

Thank you very much sir

[@longliveskully]

I have a 2012 528i with 180k miles it has been a very nice drive experience but it has also been very costly, the timing valves are meant to go bad after so long and basically explode so it will have to be done again. The turbo is gone forsure in mine and a drivetrain malfunction light appears now which the turbo cost 3k$ new plus labor if you took it to a shop. I’ve spent thousands of dollars on the car already and purchased it for much more than it’s valued at now which is disappointing. It has never broke down on me but days the drivetrain malfunction warning light will appear on the center console and the car will go very high into Rpm’s and then all of a sudden let out a lot of boost gaining about 10mph and it feels like it’s about to brake down. The car broke down on me after a 1 hour trip recently and my electric pump had to be replaced as well as the thermostat which set me back because I didn’t have a car while it was in the shop. Idk I love the car and I want to keep it, but to enjoy it you will always have to be ready to spend big bucks out of your pocket. (:

[@bradwilliams1213]

Usually the diverter valve causes the drivetrain malfunction to appear.

[@mycomputergl0wsblu]

The electric pump died on mine too. Was the only time that the car left me stranded. Was around like 90k miles. I have needed engine mounts for a while but dont think it’s entirely necessary

[@LinkwithLisa]

4:11

[@longliveskully]

@@LinkwithLisa Update: 528i Is gone, over having the car since it was new from the dealership to paying it off, to paying in over 30$ thousand dollar in labor and parts in repairs for it to fail on me in the end with multiple codes and errors popping up. Never again will I own one of these cars without completely modifying it to only have a BMW body and interior. Good luck everybody.

[@chrisflores4159]

So your saying it’s not a good investment

[@dariushollinshed4749]

At 3:00 when you mentioned not getting a boost when driving/ sort of a sluggish drive, this could be that you were in eco pro mode, which causes the car to drive like that to save gas and go easier on the engine. Maybe that’s not the case, but just a thought.

[@jakess707]

I had it in sport mode or comfort mode when i was not feeling power, but thanks for the thought!!

[@DjordjeSrpski]

@@jakess707 i had problems on my e60 with EGR and DPF, and symptoms were loss of power.. So check that maybe :).

[@jaybaked8409]

Video Production Company would u trade in a trading in my 2014 impala LTZ for a 2011 535i?

[@kingdrosive4102]

I miss my old BMW..had a vanos issue, besides that..best car I ever had..but never had peace of mind with it.

[@jazzydavis5168]

How you know it was a vanos problem

[@jazzydavis5168]

Cause I’m getting a random misfire and a lean code did tune up and smoke test changed valve cover and still the same thing

[@kingdrosive4102]

jazzy davis Took it to BMW AUTOS..it was diagnosed as a vanos problem on my 04 745i..actually got rid of the car in 2015 after having the coolant reservoir replaced. Funnest car I ever driven.

[@Jen-LUCKY13-]

The only one I’ve had of these with mine is the headlight issue and mine only has one light that gets water in it. I ended up putting one of those silica gel packets in it, and that seemed to have worked and keep it dried from here on out.

[@tylergates4075]

Im short and i have to squat ATG and bend my neck just to get inside. Then to close the door you need a 10 foot long arm.

[@MrCarlosrx7]

Im curius, I will look for the bin on the web, last summer I saw many bmws in US, after inquiry the vin on google found that majority of those cars wera badly damage and repair for resale, have to say all of them looks like new but after saw the photos of the car in the auction I dont know how the repair those cars. badly damage cars will have those kind of problem, now I have a 535 2014 and loved, no problems so far.

[@dejmo6986]

This engine sound like diesel thank for advise

[@travisinLA]

My motor mounts had to be replaced too runs really nice now things wear out

[@chasethaguwap6525]

what's up with the Beamer Code vid dawg :)

[@bf4lord383]

It’s a 4 cylinder what do you except they vibrate and don’t have they much power

[@yvonnedominguez7509]

What did the dealer say about the lights n interior sticky I have both in mine

[@KEYVLU]

thanks jake I was going to buy the same as you. but now I'm changing my mind and target at lexus now

[@spitzsophie]

I’ve had 0 build or mechanical problems on my 2015 528 and I’m at 95000. In fact it’s been the most problem free car I’ve owned so far.

[@playboysosexy1]

No oil filter gasket leaks Water leaks by doors Oil pan leaks?

[@spitzsophie]

Honestly no. I do a lot of highway so maybe that’s why but I’ve not experienced any of these issues he’s talking about.

[@spitzsophie]

@@playboysosexy1 I’ll definitely get another one I’m very impressed with the build quality and how it has held up

[@Foecris1k]

Same here

[@plumbmaster7022]

@@spitzsophie , I have 115k on mine, 528x 2015. I had a valve cover gasket leak around 105k. Best driving car I've owned tho

[@patriciaportale8337]

I have had my 2013 BMW 528 I since I bought it 2016. I have had to replace the turbo, and brakes, of course. I am at 106000 miles. It needs brakes and motor mounts if I want to stop the vibrating. It needs a valve cover. It needs an oil filter seal and the gasket. Inside. Everything works and is in wonderful condition, from the leather to the plastic to the sunroof. This guy must have had a lemon!

[@OMatLife]

I agree Jake. I have the same car. It has cost a lot in repairs. And BMW service is horrible and blames the owner for the problems and at every turn they overcharge! Today I was told that it would cost twice what it is worth to fix the car, so I put 7k into trying to fix it, and essentially having to scrap the car to auction or to donate it. I get to chalk this up to my one and only time I will ever own a BMW - I loved driving it, but it isn't worth the maintenance costs!!!

[@bradwilliams1213]

My 2015 528i motor mounts went bad around 50k. Radio screen has a spot on the top side, dealer said is probably the head unit. Valve cover and oil cooler gaskets leaking. Rear bushing cracking and cowl rubber on the windshield coming apart. Oh brake light won't reset $250 and replaced rotors twice. That's why you lease these high end cars.

[@J.K.Barrik]

That's what you get with a 4 cylinder turbo, most manufacturers are the same. Older cars were much better built. 6 cylinder normally aspirated engines are less fussy, less complicated and much more reliable

[@jbcarsvids4128]

Very true

[@J.K.Barrik]

@//// AMG 😂 Well, buddy millions of people all over the world do go with BMWs and have done for decades, just like with Mercedes, Audi, VW, Jaguar, etc, etc. These cars are fine, it's the cars that are abused and neglected that attract a lot of 'Internet discussions', mostly negative but the reality is, these cars like any new modern car is fine if treated well I've been driving BMW cars for over 20 years and never had any issues with them

[@J.K.Barrik]

@//// AMG It's idiots who buy cars on finance and then can't afford to service or maintain them who give these cars a bad name. Service the cars regularly using quality parts and oils and maintain well replacing parts when required and ANY man made mechanical instrument (like a car for example) will outlast your life time hence we still see 50, 60, 70 year old cars still on the road

[@vce.john1734]

Sadly I just sold a 2005 Camry 4 cylinder with 160k miles car drive perfect and is fast too

[@nicblank09]

@@J.K.Barrik not true I make good money, I have regular maintained my 535xi and the engine seized.....who are you to come on the internet and bash people for wanting something nice.

[@blakedelaney1951]

Just wait til this guy learns about the timing chain guide issues on those engines....😂

[@pastorghawk]

Wow... that’s crazy... I have a 2011 535xi with over 130,000 and haven’t had any problems... I did change out the nasty door trim piece with a aftermarket part and it worked fine. I changed out the run flat tires immediately...

[@cartere9981]

The runs flats are awful and I’ve not had any of these issues I did need the I drive screen replaced though as it just failed one day along with my climate control

[@franciscoruablanco3587]

Hi. May I ask where you bought the aftermarket door trim? Thanks in advance.

[@pastorghawk]

@@franciscoruablanco3587 ! I got it from EBay! Just search for door handle or trim for bmw E90 and several vendors will come up!

[@NotoriousOzTheMan]

I bought a used 2016 with 56k miles. The car drives great, has good acceleration, AC is fine. I have no complaints. This model also gets great gas mileage.

[@stephenjones62]

Wow! Great information. I've been looking at a 2013 528 like yours nicely optioned with 45,000 miles on it. Seems like a pretty good deal at $16,500 but they wouldn't tell me how much the extended warranty is. A simple email question comes back with "it depends".

[@zlord1199]

Get the 535i those engines are better mechanically

[@youtuner7012]

Lol man go with 535i or 535d or 550d or 523i (6cyl)

[@pauln412]

hahah

[@tbvjqor123]

Never buy a car from a dealer where they dont tell you how much extended warranty costs. There are honest dealers that would tell you right off the bet!

[@lachayawright423]

@3000

[@brucewayne9528]

My 520d 2014 cost me money , various items going wrong , changed it for 518d 2016 , seems a lot better to drive and better build .Not sure why this should be , Both high mileage 100000 plus , latter engine more refined .

[@FiscalWoofer]

LCI post 2015 perhaps?

[@johndavies4644]

Did you buy it new? I seee a lot of problems with ex lease cars that have been mega clocked

[@spence213]

It only has 50k ish miles he said I’m the video

[@Crazyfootballguy]

i've got many of the same issues. Motor mounts, oil filter housing gasket, valve cover gasket, oil pan gasket, seat belt sensor error,..... 🤮

[@stevepatrick5818]

I have a 2011 535 with a manual transmission. It now has in excess of 140,000.00 miles and I have not had any of those problems.

[@jakess707]

That’s awesome! Wish i could say the same

[@peterivas9691]

I have a 2008 528i and I haven’t had any of those issues 102,000 I did replace the water pump and that is all other than regular oil changes.

[@eimislaimis1618]

You're comparing f10 with e60..

[@peterivas9691]

@@eimislaimis1618 F10 ?

[@Ramasenirama]

So different

[@Lu-gm9mx]

Hey, do you have to register the battery when you change it? My car goes into park and stays there sometimes

[@tommiecooper6062]

Dude your car is a E60 ... Not a F10

[@sofiantounsi]

OMG! Thank you bro I was about to get one!! Scotty Kilmer was right when he said undless money pit.

[@bluestonemetallic7]

....you should look at the G30 chassis w/ B58 engine....very reliable according to various automotive sources out there!

[@sl1pers]

@@bluestonemetallic7 G30 is pretty new, most of us wouldn't able to afford it LOL but its my dream car actually XD

[@madchild6ixX1Law]

What year is your car ?

[@vincentsmart9540]

Sounds bad for this miles, are real ones? Actually all motors with injection has problems ...

[@winstonb3365]

I have the same disappointment with my F10 535i that had the constant small issues then a rod knock that caused the engine be replaced at almost 50k miles. It was all fixed under warranty. Now at 58k and Ive lost all confidence with it and currently thinking of trading it in but dont want tcar payments. But for some reason I still kind of like it.

[@shawna7813]

And that's the most reliable platform. lol

[@rayholloway3456]

My timing chain failed on my 2012 I would never buy another BMW in my life!!!!Lexus ES is a way better entry level luxury car more peace of mind!

[@DigiDriftZone]

I don't understand why the headlights cost so much?

[@chrisn6861]

If your car is vibrating the motor mounts probably went out

[@MILTONPACAS1]

I’m having the same vibration when idle, red light etc. I thought it was something wrong with the engine, also I had the thought that could be the mount and now you are confirming my second one. Any tips on changing the motor mounts? Thanks in advance

[@jakess707]

I’m sorry to hear that. There were some spots ‘on google to find some instructions I think but from what I remember you need “E sockets” because the bolts they use are torx. Make sure you disconnect the charge pipe, boost pipe, and other intake components and hoses going into the engine block. Also disconnect some of the wires as well because when you jack the motor up to get the mounts out you need those disconnected otherwise you will beak them as much of the intake tubing is plastic. I believe I also loosened the exhaust and transmission mount to allow for more wiggle room. The passenger side mount was a pain for me lol

[@MILTONPACAS1]

Jake thanks 🙏, you’re awesome!!

[@LovleyLydia]

MILTON PACAS I had that with my bmw as well. If it has white smoke billowing out of the tailpipes it has carbon in the valves.

[@peterhajj8702]

I think the 528i 2011 V6 is more reliable

[@vaneenusa1776]

Yup, mine had motor mount issues after the warranty wore out, mine is a 2016. I got the extended warranty knowing fixing anything would cost me an eye. You would expect these cars would be better. So sad.

[@_Wai_Wai_]

those plastic door trims? I actually ordered replacements from Temu, and replaced it myself. The Trim set, I think was around $30. hey, if it works for next couple years, why not? 😄

[@ken12cart]

the fact that you just let the engine idle is mind-boggling.

[@deebrandnew]

😂😂

[@trevaughnjohnson661]

this just sounds like a bad experience to me.. but the motor mount is a typical issue with many cars expercially a 10year old car.. but the electrical issues damn

[@Joethecatholic]

My f10 is 175k and only replacing ive done so far is suspension arms. A few other f10 drivers i know say same.

[@cleanerdetailsllc7789]

hw much did yoou spend? i was quoted $1,700 including alignment

[@lanman5481]

@@cleanerdetailsllc7789 just had mine done at an alignment shop, total for both sides and alignment with spec sheet, $700, got OE parts from ECStuning and had shop install and align. 4 wheel align would have been extra $50

[@jessicahollgarth2727]

Has anyone had this awful experience? I was driving along as usual when out of the blue I got a "Drivetrain Malfunction" error. Then something about low oil pressure and operation of the vehicle is not possible. The car went into limp mode. I just had to have it towed to the nearest BMW repair shop. After draining the oil the guys found pieces of the engine in the oil and said they wouldn't spend time fixing it. The engine was blown and needs to be rebuilt. It only has 66,000 miles on it. The last time it was at BMW was for the turbo fix that was covered under warranty a few months ago. I've had my car serviced regularly by BMW and have never had any problems until this. I did see someone else on some other forums with the same problem. Found out the 2012/2013 had some timing chain issues and the 2012/2013 are the most problematic...heard they completely fixed the issue by 2015🤦‍♀️never again will I own another 5 series

[@ster9765]

Sounds like someone screwed up your turbo work.

[@amayaalexander]

I’m actually going through the same thing with my 528i, I drove it and kept hearing a ticking sound.. ended up taking it to the shop and the people said they found pieces of the engine in the oil and I need a whole new engine. Sucks

[@dinopervizi9800]

It would've been even better if you mentioned the costs for the repairs , saying it wasn't a cheap fix dosent say much

[@CarlosPerez-rt5js]

He doesn't sound like a bmw person I mean don't we all know what we get into when we buy a bmw I've spend around 2k just one engine maintenance and I love my 535i I do my own oil changes he should too he probably doesn't like working on car I've saved alot of money doing my own work obviously he is gonna pay alot if he goes to the mechanic for every little thing

[@gottgaame]

Did someone leave the hood open at some point of owning the car ? Or was the car in an accident?

[@andyp21ap]

I have a 2016 528i, also feeling vibrations and power loss. I’m almost positive it’s the motor mounts, but do you think that’s also the reason for loss in power? I’m confused, I’m not sure if there’s another problem.

[@jakess707]

I’m not sure if the loss of power is due to motor mounts.I had loss of power due to the components of the intake/turbo system having cracked, which led to a boost leak, which led to loss of power. Check your pipes!

[@justinyarbrough1188]

same i have vibrations but no power loss

[@Pyrex_lex]

Waiting for them to hit about 10k asking then I’m buying

[@ayman.ibrahim]

They're already.

[@azraelbellard6846]

They’re paid mines 12k

[@destinee9903]

There a recall on the engine we got a new engine… Month later the car break failed I reended someone. Car would not stop going 30 miles a hour.

[@smokescreenFromThe6ix]

I don't think BMW's are made to be driven after the warranty period. This was not the case for BMWs in the 80s and 90s!

[@freddreckwilson250]

Man. Unbelievable all this happened to your car at 58000 miles on it. Unbelievable. Thats very good mileage. Wow!!

[@Martyson]

What year is that one? I’ve heard many times that models before 2011 March has some critical problems. I’m 22 years old and I’m in doubt between a 2012 520d manual SE which looks incredibly new or a 2010 520d M Sport auto with sunroof. Incredible both are being sold for same price here in the UK. The 2010 M Sport owner says it’s working 100% and it’s a M Sport and has sunroof so it really interest me but I don’t feel confident for it being a 2010 production after hearing a lot of reviews about these years. Any thought that could help me with that? Thank you.

[@alfa_romeo55yush82]

Boss your 520d is a diesel. Youll have way less problems with a diesel than a gas 4 or 6 cylinder engine. Go with the 2010 m sport.

[@Armon_amir05]

My 535i drive brand new still wit 80k plus miles

[@kamilrouibah6083]

Lol u just got unlucky pal I had 2 f10s a pre facelidt 2012 525d had it 2 years and covers 60k miles and was solid as a rock. I've now has a 2016 520d with a stage 1 remap for a year now and have done 40k miles and its been solid as a rock. Want to upgrade to an F10 530d making it 3 f10a 😂 in contrast i would deffo buy again

[@sharomoini6655]

Ah. Longboard. Well, there you have it.

[@EricEvolving]

Just got a 2012 528.... I am nervous about it, time will tell. The Motor Mounts were $2k and you did it yourself?

[@yunga8305]

How’s it running ?

[@doloresdelano4656]

mmmm. it looks like this a Rebuilt car, all those problems described are common but with rebuilt cars no matter the brand. my dad's car is 530i 2006 150.000 miles on it and still runs and looks like new, just normal issues, he recently replaced suspension arms and shocks but it is more than normal for a 15 years car, it is true maintenance is not cheap, but you have to do it before problems arise, the same you would do with any other brand, like changing transmission fluid every 35000 miles even if the dealer says that it is not necessary (lifetime) differncial fluids every35k miles, serpentine belt every 65000 miles, fresh coolant every 2-3 years to avoid those oil leaks, (acid coolant destroys gaskets) All cars need valve cover or engine gaskets any time after 60k miles my junk Chevrolet had oil leakings just at 30.000 miles and needed engine gaskets replacement, fortunately it was under warranty. I am posting this comment to warn people about Rebuilt cars, my boyfriend got a rebuilt 323 xdrive with just 18.000 miles and it is only problems.

[@wtolar25]

Change spark plugs

[@kingmeich3230]

my 5 series runs great but i think i need new rotors now at 130k

[@akshaymungul1558]

I think I'm gonna keep my 2011 323i... no issue at all.

[@frazmeup]

Its the N20 and its one of the earlier models

[@Unplugged704]

Damn all 10 of those could be like $10K if done at dealership!

[@martinherrera-cortes4954]

Is this man recording on a laptop?

[@scott6420]

Nice video! Would not buy a used BMW for these quality issues they have faced. Have a 2020 330i for work and love it but would not want to own one. Wish Bmw cared about quality.

[@jakess707]

Thanks you! And yes I totally agree!

[@ster9765]

@@jakess707 Just because your experience was negative doesn't mean all of them are. ANY model of ANY car you type into KZbin will have a video just like yours.

[@Bigbully88]

Wow such low mileage with quality issues really sucks these cars are gorgeous

[@kalenawarren4782]

They are gorgeous cars my younger brother got a 2013 325i and he just dont know he has to keep up with the maintence

[@umustdv81]

Man, you guys have me nervous. About to buy a 2016 528i with 96k miles within the next few days. My 2007 328i had very little issues. Hoping to have good luck with this new to me 528i car.

[@plocke3]

Just bought a 2016 528i 89000 miles on Tuesday and I'm really impressed with it. Fun car!

[@dakibmw]

N/A 6 cylinder is the way to go with BMWs. That is, if you want to keep a car for a longer period of time. If you are going to keep it for a year or two, it doesn't really matter. Oh, and of course you didn't have problems with 2007 328i - it has N52B30 motor - one of the best engines BMW ever made. This 4 cyl. from original video, not that it is not from the same car, it seems like it's from different universe compared to N52B30. I wouldn't touch it with a ten-foot pole (as you Americans use to say).

[@j.c.ubagox873]

@@plocke3 how is your car? I will buy 2016 528i m package 52k miles

[@j.c.ubagox873]

How is your car now?

[@umustdv81]

@@j.c.ubagox873 I ended up picking up a 2014 528i with 80k miles. Had it about a month now. The car is awesome. Put about $1,000 in parts getting it back to perfect. Fingers crossed.

[@MrSamPhoenix]

Not too bad, especially on the fact that it’s a BMW.

[@SuperJeremi10]

Hey I have a 535i 2008 had it 8 years now bought with 20k original miles I absolutely love the car. I have 127,000 miles on it 12 years. I have not had the turbo go out it ever no Westgate issues the ac and heat work perfectly the radio unit still function like new the car still drives like new. I have had the water pump go out I have had the alternator go out at 120,000 it cooked my battery and gear shifter. And at 90,000 the valve cover gasket started leaking. For the most part the car has been great spark plugs changed every 50,000 tranny serviced every 50,000 oil changed every 15 000 when the valve cover was pulled my engine still looked new aside from carbon build up. This engine is still stock. We drive the shit out of this car too.

[@mickdodd2543]

My 550 has been rock solid. I feel sorry for the people in the comments who have been put off by one guys comments. I suspect for every negative post on the internet there are hundreds of satisfied customers just getting on with their lives :)

[@jeffreycheng5984]

Does it have the infamous N63 Hot-V TT V8?

[@dankoakovic9623]

The 4 cylinder is the problem

[@sokola311]

If you get a bmw make sure it has the inline 6 cylinder. The four cylinder turbo is just not a good engine.

[@miguelc9358]

I feel ya. My car has 115k miles did about $3k maint on my own last month and have $1k more to go. If I would of gone to the dealership would of cost me like $10k by now. Oh yeah one more year to pay it off too.

[@kalenawarren4782]

Are you happy with your Beamer

[@miguelc9358]

@@kalenawarren4782 I enjoyed the ride but not the maintenance up keep. Just traded it in for a 2021 Toyota Highlander.

[@kalenawarren4782]

@@miguelc9358 thanks for your comment and congrats on the highlander

[@miguelc9358]

No worries. For any suggestions on a 2006 325i and 2013 528i in my experience the common issues are usually gasket leaks, radiator leaks, windshield washer pump, thermostat and water pump (every 70k miles approx.) issues. I kept the 2006 325i until 135k miles and sold that one and sold the 2013 528i until 116k miles. Lease a bmw to save you any headaches.

[@kalenawarren4782]

Miguel C I am scare I want to get one but the maintence is scaring me

[@yaboydreads]

Mine had 80k miles needed some repairs not major stuf just oil change this and that, months later motor broke down lost 11k of money there, bad experience with this car

[@OMatLife]

same!! motor broke down and out 9k!!

[@ozzyquintero8524]

My 528i 2012 has 175k miles runs like a top

[@salyoungkid]

I’m at 200,000 miles with Mine same model and everything and still brand spanking new lol if you own a bmw you gotta take care of the things before you think about taking care of it lol

[@breatheinbreatheout8372]

Hi Jake.. from state farm

[@cyberknife82]

I’ll stick to Honda. My 2008 civic runs like champ and I commute 34 daily.

[@jeffreycheng5984]

For most people, that's good advice.

[@boyasia5874]

My beemer stalled lost power all a sudden that I almost..almost on the brink of an accident, almost hurting myself and others that I got rid of it right away. .not worth it. Used car lots or car dealers should refuse these cars as trade ins or purchase and sell em for parts.

[@breatheinbreatheout8372]

You should get car sheild .

[@RemyISnow]

I’m going to stick with Audi. My old Audi was just in an accident sadly, and it had 210k solid miles with only a timing chain replacement and water pump replacement.

[@diomondmendez785]

Man Bmw just a problem had Bmw x5 give me a lot of engine problems I had to get rid of it got a Mercedes no problem at all Gas and oil and that’s it

[@aslaugotnis]

My friend owns 2014 with 150k never hade any issues. Now tell us how well you maintained it like doing all the things on time. Also did you buy that car brand new or used, if used you don’t know what previous owner did to it also lastly, buying bmw with cylinders is like buying Ferrari with 4 cylinders

[@jakess707]

Bought new. All maintenance up to date. Oil changed every 6 months or 4000 miles with full synthetic oil. Brake fluid flushed 2 years. The car was not abused or raced, just driven normally 30 miles per day roughly. Also premium fuel was always used (93)

[@aslaugotnis]

@@jakess707 hey on Previous post I did put 4 next to word cylinders, what I was trying to say is never buy 4 cylinder or 540 series. Also those cars are to be driven roughly that’s why they made for. But hey I have a friend who owned 3 new toyotas, and all of them had problems 😂 so called most reliable cars. So you never know. But like I said if you buy bmw it’s should be either 335 or 535. Good luck

[@acriptyc5953]

Hey I’m getting my dads bmw 5 series and yes I’m really lucky and fortunate but it’s a 2011 and it’s around 110k miles and he’s treated it well and hasn’t had any problems. How do I not get any issues and how do I know if there is an issue?

[@NinjaPickups]

You’ll know if theres an issue like if it makes weird sounds look up the maintence schedule for it and good luck

[@user-kk6qe5tn5r]

You won’t have any issues he’s having (headlights don’t count) because of the engine. You have a straight 6 naturally aspirated 3-liter engine. It’s one of those bmw engines that can outrun Honda’s and even Toyota’s IF you take care of it. His 528i has a different engine. They replaced the inline 6 naturally aspirated engine with a 4-cylinder 2.0T. It used to be quite a shitty engine in the beginning. BMW got rid of most of the issues in the later generations of that 4-cylinder engine.

[@acriptyc5953]

Denis Pechenykh thanks bro. My dad takes great care of it and I am too

[@dantemontalvo8709]

What 5 series?

[@acriptyc5953]

dante montalvo 535i x drive

[@jakefromstatefarm653]

The n20 engine is trash that’s where you went wrong I personally prefer the n54, n52 and n63 2014 or newer. Reliable decent power