Bmw 128i 170k high mileage. My Thoughts?

[@kristycastro8004]

Awesome Video Drippy wipes!! My 2008 128i is coming up on 400k miles. Still the same original Motor and transmission. I have owned her for about 13 years now. My farther and I do all the vehicle maintenance and changing of parts.

[@drippywips]

Woah dang ! 400k I’m about to hit 200k with mine. My drift car is at 270k so I know these cars can run forever

[@Jess.do.you.]

What are some of the things you’ve had to change over the years?

[@drippywips]

@@Jess.do.you. I’d expect the usual. From gaskets to fluids to maybe a radiator/ cooling system.

[@kristycastro8004]

@@Jess.do.you. Well where do I start- radiator, water pump, starter, battery, alternator, gaskets, torn hoses, belts, 02 sensors, plus always performing routine maintenance and the brakes…. My father stood right by me the whole time while completing these tasks!!

[@Jess.do.you.]

@@kristycastro8004 Daaang, that’s a lot of work. Thanks for the response! You believe it was worth it? Keeping it all in tip top shape. I’m looking to buy one, but don’t know much mechanics other than the typical routine maintenance things. Oil, filters, brakes…

[@Druwoods]

Bought my 08 128i with 50,000 miles, now she clocks in at 179,000. My favorite daily ever, hands down. Surprisingly usable as well, mine will gladly carve through mountain roads with 2 kayaks on the rack, two people, and full of gear. Love it.

[@KNS_Racing]

what kayak rack did you get and where please?

[@Druwoods]

@@KNS_Racing I got the bmw roof bars and a pair of the "J" style kayak holders. I had to dremel the J hooks base slightly to fit the bmw bars to my liking. The bmw racks mount super easy, I can go from slick top to kayaks ready in 15 minutes. Racks ordered from bavauto, j hooks from bass pro, maybe dicks sports.

[@seanhosler3463]

Just bought an 11 128i Vert last December with 160k, 10k miles later it’s the most fun car I’ve ever driven, and even the vert has a surprising amount of trunk space! Been extremely reliable, been learning how to diy on it and it’s very beginner friendly for maintenance, best thing I’ve done was a set of rear bilstein b-6 shocks, transformed the car, she just glues to the ground.

[@anthonygiordano3991]

Any costly repairs? You still have it?

[@Rider_Tom]

@@anthonygiordano3991 i've owned one for 3 years, has needed the following: - Rocker Cover Leak - Oil Sump Gasket leak - Hood release cable snapped - Full replacement of coolant system 2 years ago, now leaking again - Washer fluid reservoir replacement - Power Steering Fluid reservoir replacement - Evaporator went (A/C - very expensive to repair, full dash needs to be taken out. Approx 10-15 hours labour) - Replaced all shocks (stock shocks were blown and leaking) I'm sure there's other things I've missed.

[@the_hessian__]

I put a little over 90k on a 2013 128i that I bought CPO with under 5k on it. It was the only car I have ever been truly a bit bummed to part with, but I traded it in on a 2011 IS F with less than 13k miles. I'm sure you'll all forgive me. I did VANOS ~80k. That was about it. This is also the end of naturally aspirated "old school" BMW's imo. A drivers car.

[@AnthonyStromDesign]

Everything you're saying about the n52 engine is very true! The best engine and car for bmw newbie.

[@drippywips]

Yup I've jumped into the f30 b48 area a little bit, and it's been fun modding it, wish I remembered to make videos on the mods I'm doing

[@AndresGonzalez-ko5sk]

yo thanks for this i’m gonna be getting a 128i soon so watching ur vids definitely boosts my confidence going into it

[@drippywips]

If you can try getting a 135i much more power and mosding ability. The 128i is a solid car though

[@GGGmodzs]

128i is way reliable than a 135i But you can get a tune and and bigger injectors 135 turbo is faster

[@boudoiralamode4508]

Thanks for the video. We’re buying a shiny red convertible one tomorrow. Super excited! The test drive yesterday was a blast. Love your blue one. Super sweet!

[@josephhertzberg2734]

Enjoying the car so far?

[@DarkstarDarth]

I got a triple black 2010 128i all stock and the 50/50 weight balance is rare as it real handles curves without rear or front slippage. Basically a 4 seat sports car with a rock solid engine. Been wanting to switch to maybe a Panamera or Cayman but just hate to sell it.

[@drippywips]

Just garage it if it’s a manual lol these cars are appreciating with a serious notion. And they are becoming harder and harder to find I rarely see other 1 series’s on the road

[@paulb1383]

Always debated whether or not to buy one of these. Yours is fire! 💯

[@drippywips]

Do it they will become the new e36 here soon

[@fuhfuhwostyy2069]

Got an 09 128i my brother didnt let me get it but I still got it 😂. Told me that fixing this car (if it breaks down) will be expensive, yet I told him if I take care of the car and do it’s low maintenance the car should be fine.

[@failurebydesignG59]

Bro im literally in the same situation right now 😂😂 its sitting at 140k for 5000. Im not sure if i want to pull the trigger yet, just looking for a realible daily and maintenance cost etc.

[@failurebydesignG59]

1 week of owner ship, how is it so far ?

[@drippywips]

The car is super easy to work on. Just don’t be afraid to turn a wrench. No harder to work on then any other car tbh

[@King-2077]

Hey man, someone offered me a 2011 128i manual trans for 8k but negotiated to 7.5k. Miles is 140k but the car has a leaking oil pan gasket. You think the price is still good?

[@ceroteNegro]

No

[@romesrepublic]

These cars are for people who either lease or know how to work on them. Otherwise, the maintenance cost quickly out pace the worth of the car.

[@LoganDavis-1776]

Know this is old asf, mine just clocked 65000 and is a 2013. Got it with 47000 too. Love every bit of it.

[@mateuszokon1308]

I picked up my 128i msport slick top 6 speed lemans blue with 200k for 2700 gets up to 155mph with no issues

[@guaptober4035]

Kind of a relatively high amount of miles , still have the car ? How has it held up ?

[@mateuszokon1308]

@@guaptober4035 it's good I just did regular maintenance water pump thermostat valve cover a tune up strut bushings swaybar links motor mounts clutch is good car is running good

[@ryanholt1214]

Do you have pics of this? I have a 128i Lemans blue but the automatic :(

[@bryanCLXT]

I'm jellz

[@KelzCasa]

I’ve done 145 in my msport coupe, and regularly set the cruise at 120-130. 191k miles and runs superb! LiquiMoly 5W40 every 7k miles.

[@cleanname4439]

I haven’t watched the video yet but 170k is nothing for these cars. I just bought a 170k mile n52 and I’m sure that it’s gonna treat me great, as long as I do the maintenance. I did a compression test and the motor is still very healthy this car could prolly get to 1M miles if treated right

[@drippywips]

I know it’s not a lot but you never see anyone post videos. Of high mileage cars. It’s always 100k mile videos. I’m at 240k miles now with my 1er

[@captbarb6642]

Have you had the vanos bolt recall carried out in the USA,

[@sheri2845]

Thank you for sharing!!! Please advise...120i 2010 with 216 thousand km on the clock for $5068, yay or nay? My 99 Daewoo Lanos keeps giving lower front suspension issues,uses Opel parts, it has 240 thousand on the clock, I've driven for 5 years 60 thousand kms. Sad to part with it because it's in a beautiful condition very well kept, but I can't deal with this new issue which is understandable for age and kilos. Thank you again🙏🌟🥇

[@tommyreyes4272]

Bruh I’m new to the cars bmw has so much fucken line of cars like bruh idk how to explain it 328i 128i 335i blah blah blah and then as soon as I think ik them all some random shit like 446i comes up 😂

[@rghant]

Love my 2011 128i n51

[@rghant]

FCP Euro For Parts

[@rghant]

Or rockauto!

[@IllaNoizeMusic]

Have you ever replaced the water pump or thermostat?

[@drippywips]

Yeah not a hard job will take about an hour or so to do the job

[@jimjohnson4072]

Not complicated but can be hard just reaching and negotiating the hoses and such. Concept is pretty straightforward. Those hoses can be hard to get off though. On a lift is easier than on your back.

[@jeremywatson9129]

I'm new here. I have a blue 08 as well. What did you do to lower it? Spring or coilovers? And was it difficult to get it aligned after lowering?

[@drippywips]

Coilovers

[@beastlaser9611]

Getting my 2008 128i tomorrow with 171,000 convertible

[@darren4569]

How is it now?

[@drippywips]

Is it a manual? lol

[@RollingInMy5pt0]

Hows it run?

[@nicholasvonrhine6311]

If you do your own repair you are good to go.

[@drippywips]

Big facts. These cars are very simple to work on given the proper tools are available. I've preformed nearly all my own maintenance. But not everyone will give it the time of the day to learn how to work on it

[@anthonygiordano3991]

@@drippywips - How did you learn to work on it yourself? Do you have to purchase special tools from BMW?

[@drippywips]

@@anthonygiordano3991 nope bmws a very straight forward cars and are easy to work on. They do not need special tools. All you need is a regular socket set and a regular torx socket set and a dedicated tourq wrench and that’s all you really need. They are super easy to work on

[@anthonygiordano3991]

@@drippywips - Thanks man.. I’m considering buying one (2008 128i auto with 54K miles - listed for $11,500). BMW’s always make me nervous with the thought of costly repairs but you make it look easy.

[@drippywips]

@@anthonygiordano3991 simple as this most repairs can be done in your garage easily with patience. Don’t need special tools except a proper bmw scanner. And best place to get oil changes is hands down the dealership.

[@anthonygiordano3991]

Are you following a specific maintenance schedule to know what to replace and when?

[@drippywips]

Pretty much all the deals on the car has to be replaced every 100k miles so VCG, OFH, OPG are the main ones and you’ll be good

[@anthonygiordano3991]

@@drippywips - Right on.. thanks.

[@failurebydesignG59]

yo i seen the mint ass 09 128i at 140k for 5000 only ! just looking for its realibility and maintenance cost for a daily.

[@christophermedina33]

Looking at a 2010 128i for only 12,995 with 65k miles, should I do it ?

[@drippywips]

That’s a little pricey I wouldn’t even look at it if it’s an automatic

[@bvrlos4727]

What y'all think of 2007 128i with 140k miles for 9k?

[@drippywips]

If it’s a manual then I’d try to talk down to 7

[@user-vj6bx3ks7s]

That’s pretty expensive no? I’m lookin at a 2008 with 40k miles and it’s 9.9k… given it needs a lil TLC paint wise but that’s a few hundred dollars

[@theblishknovk]

Has anyone driven one of these as well as a E85 Z4 that can compare driving feel? Both with 3 liter and 6 speed specifically

[@drippywips]

I own both lol. 2006 z4 3.0 Si And I prefer the 128i. it feels less powerful compared to a z4 but it fells more we’ll balance in comparison. The z4 feels like the back end wants to break traction during hard Corning when the 1er feels more well planted. But it is slower

[@jackdoesplayyt1718]

I have a 128i convertible and Z4 3.0si, both 6-speed. The 128 is a comfy softer daily that handles pretty well. The Z4 is more raw and handles like a true sports car. It’s also a lot lower and about 300lbs lighter. The 30 extra hp make a big difference, too. It’s quite a bit faster. If it’s a daily, get the 128. If it’s a 2nd car or toy, get the Z4. BTW, the 128 also seats 4. Had my wife and two kids with me just last weekend for ice cream. On the convertible note, the Z4 is far less complex (soft top) and goes down in about 1/2 the time.

[@joseovando6926]

Would you say the the 128i is a good car for college?

[@drippywips]

Nah. If you don’t got money to do regular maintenance. Oil/gaskets/sensors. you’ll have a broken down car in 4 to 5 months. Bmws are cars that have to be driven or they will break down. With the 1er the most common thing to break on me was blown sensors. Easy to fix yourself if you have the know how

[@cameronlinder4338]

bought a 08 128i a about twor months ago it’s got 35,400 miles on as of today:) anything you think i should know?

[@drippywips]

These cars are hella dependable but they eat oil. So always have some extra oil in your garage to top off once every few months, also you should replace the camshaft inlet sensor when you can as the oem one is trash. And replace the water pump at 100k the one in the car is only rated for about 100k miles before it fails

[@jakobcarrasco7446]

199k miles stick shift 6500$ should I get it?

[@drippywips]

Talk him down to 5k. Then it will be a good deal. Car is super easy to work on and not expensive. Look for leaks around the oil filter housing and valve cover gasket. They tend to go every 100k miles

[@ashamash]

Where did you get your headlights?

[@drippywips]

I got mine on eBay years ago sorry I don’t have any links

[@paulbreedon8500]

Amazon

[@martinez0356]

pleaseee helpp someone is selling a 2010 bmw 128i for 5.4k with 197k miles i really want it looks amazing but a lot of miles, is it worth it? edit: i’m just going to daily it

[@drippywips]

I mean mine has about that. And I drive it hard. Just do it’s regular maintenance and you’ll be good. At that mileage im sure the valve cover gasket and oil filter house gasket and maybe oil pan gasket needs to be done. All can easily be done at home.

[@TheZallene]

how much did the respray set you back?

[@drippywips]

A lot actually this was a stage 3 paint job cost me about 4k

[@mr2goulart-mineiro113]

What type of blue is that?

[@drippywips]

Montego blue

[@dademadea2k198]

What do u think about a 2012 128i 120k miles for 8,500?

[@drippywips]

If it’s a manual then it’s a steal!!!

[@Zinbou1]

CAD or US $ ?

[@Zinbou1]

nvm just realised you said miles

[@itmacademy1834]

Do you have an exhaust on it?

[@drippywips]

Yup

[@sander16v11]

I can’t hear you!

[@bal4cars]

why you change the radiator?

[@yujyuj2957]

It ages, its a maintainence part

[@sleepercell9926]

Much prefer a 123d.

[@stevetremblay9070]

Merci

[@beingL]

Can I buy yours?

[@drippywips]

lol it is for sale

[@VanHellsing12]

He black, or white

[@trevonstewart3636]

Yes

[@VanHellsing12]

Can appease the white man