Here's How Well The BMW 4 Series Has Held Up Over Time - F32 BMW Problems

[@BreakdownAutomotive]

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[@my95airmaxx]

Breakdown Automotive so wait you have to pay 700 every 10000miles just to get the belt and oil leak fix????? Is this common?

[@krzysztof5776]

@@my95airmaxx it isn't common i have 10000miles and i just replaced cooling hose - this is common

[@SinlowMusic]

My 435i coupe is now at 165,000 miles in 2024 and it still runs like new. Such a beautiful car to look at and fun to drive!

[@charisantoniou5640]

Has it had major mechanical problems before?

[@chris99161]

I have a 328i which is the same motor in the 4 series and have not had any issues and so far. I have put 140k miles on it, still drives very strong

[@mxndo619]

Still have it ? If so how many miles on it know. What maintenance had to be done.

[@jdinero1716]

Any timing chain issues ?

[@BiOSphynx]

@ 3:40 I found a simple solution for the oil drip, I purchased an aluminum oil filter cap and it 100% stopped all leaks, I've done over 40k miles with this changed part and it works flawless. 50 bucks well spent. I'm sure you can find one slightly cheaper

[@hectormarin2075]

he mention oil pan gasket, is it the same leak?

[@BiOSphynx]

@hectormarin2075 I'm at 115 thousand miles now on the car. I have heard of this part failing, but to be honest with you, it's not a hard job or expensive if it does fail. With the life of the car only 2 times have I had to add oil and that's because I went a little over my 5000-7500 mile oil change with the car. I feel it's fairly normal for german to burn a quart but it doesn't happen that often. almost always burns .5. lmk if you have any other questions on what's broken on my 435i or held up.

[@hectormarin2075]

@@BiOSphynx I’m planning on buy a 2016 435i coupe, looking for reviews or things to look at, common fails, etc. I would appreciate if you give have information about it.

[@nxsz]

@@BiOSphynxBro i just bought one can you tell me what first things to do to the car? I feel if i missed a thing it will betray me.. pls if you have something unusual did to her tell me i appreciate it brother

[@itsmemckee2110]

​@hectormarin2075 I'm getting ready to purchase a 435i as well. My 428 was totalled in a wreck. All the reviews I've seen on the 435i,(and I've watched tons of them) have always been good. One guy had 62k on his and he said he's driven the crap out of his and still runs good.

[@REFITSTUDIOS]

I drive a 2014 428i with 70,000 miles no issues. Always do the oil change myself every 3,000 miles cuz I don’t trust shops

[@adriantrujillo9647]

Are you still having no issues? anything to worry about?

[@woodfielderQ]

Cut back on the dramatic pauses; 2 minutes in and they already bordered excessive.

[@BreakdownAutomotive]

Then don’t watch the videos? It’s pretty fucking simple.

[@woodfielderQ]

Awe, someone couldn't take constructive criticism. Enjoy your low view count.

[@IllusionXVI]

@@woodfielderQ lmao

[@BobbyDigital_TheCode]

@@BreakdownAutomotive 😂😂 now this is the comment I wanted to see haha well done, mate! Haha

[@BrianUchiha1]

@@BreakdownAutomotiveno wonder your channel didn’t grow. Rude af lmao

[@kylelangley8818]

Oil pan gasket typically doesn't "break" at all. If a technician can't align it correctly upon install then that's why it will continue to leak. Another consideration, are techs replacing drain bolt and crush ring each oil change? That's factory recommended across all brands. I found out techs had stripped by oil drain bolt threads, spraying oil all under the sump making it APPEAR as an OIL PAN LEAK. I now do oil extractions at home.

[@TheeLogicGamer]

Some 4 Series BMWs have been lowered around 10mm from factory, but the xDrive vehicles are the same height as the 3 series.

[@BreakdownAutomotive]

Hmm. That’s actually interesting. I didn’t know that. Thank you!

[@anthonypipia6990]

Not if it’s an m sport they’re a half inch lower from the factory

[@wickedcitywoman]

!!!

[@steveethelston7047]

Had a 435d xDrive convertible for 8 years. Literally nothing has gone wrong, it's had one recall, but the fault was not present. Not had any of the leather wear or oil leaks. Just a nice car and a keeper. Out of interest, a 6 series just sold at auction in the UK with over 600,000 miles with quite a high sale price.

[@dedan2]

1) this car doesn't have Msport, so the height is pretty high. U must be going over some horrible slopes/bumps to scrape that 2) the oil pan is under the car? How does it drip oil on a belt? There are no belts under the car. I think you're referring to the oil filter housing gasket, and if it is that, they must be installing it incorrectly for you to be changing it every 10k miles.

[@AKB47ANCE]

I appreciate you putting the same details in the description . Your a Saint

[@ketobodybuilder2482]

Mine is a 2015 f32 and has held up extremely well over the years 👍🏼

[@AllenEv41]

So happy to have found this video. I'm leasing 2018 430i GC till 2021 and I'm constantly wondering whether I'm gonna keep the car at the end. I'd love to keep it but maintenance out of warranty is what I've been afraid of.

[@mudfiend]

How's it holding up?

[@crsantin]

Your oil leak is not normal just because it’s a BMW. If the previous owner lowered it then chances are he abused it, which might explain your leak. My 328i is at 100k and doesn’t leak anything. No issues so far.

[@pele2005]

How do you put lowering it and abusing it in the same sentence? That's a real stretch.

[@david14exe]

What type of leather do you have? If it’s Dakota instead of nappa it is understandable the wear

[@alekdamyanov375]

why was it so hard to figure out what model this BMW is?? 428i? 435i?

[@asilay79]

I just hit 30,000 today after about 2 years. I have another car though. It is fun to drive especially with New Michelin tires. Which I would of bought a 4 door though. It's a decent car

[@B.GriffMusic]

I'm caught between purchasing a coupe and 4 door right now. Why do you wish you bought a 4 door and what made you initially go with the coupe? Thanks!

[@TrackerGaming]

Another fantastic video Patrick!! I’ve been away for a couple days so sorry for no comments but I’m back now!

[@BreakdownAutomotive]

Thank you!! Glad your back!!!

[@fondoo]

I have a 2015 428i GC F36 and I hope and pray I wont run into the same problems as you.

[@BreakdownAutomotive]

You should be good if you don’t abuse it like we did 😂

[@XMG3]

i must correct you on thinking the car has been lowered by the previous owner... it's not, it's the passive M sport suspension from the factory, your F32 must be RWD, all x-drive models gets a higher ride height, I also have a none x-drive and side by side, it's lowered just over an inch parked beside my buddies with x-drive models. But I never scraped mine lol, always went on an angle, my front lip is still spotless after a few years.

[@timlad123456]

Oil pan gasket last at least 60k miles, the oil filter housing adapter gasket 10k miles and then they need to be serviced that's the one that takes out your drive belt. Nice video

[@desmondsolomon2809]

Yeah the leaking thing is annoying. The good thing is when you buy the car under warranty they cover all the maintenance costs so when my 435 leaked there was no cost to me.

[@BreakdownAutomotive]

Yep. And if it was under warranty, that’s great. Make a video on YOUR experience with it and it can be different. 🤔😁

[@martinss4546]

Can you give an update I’m at 60,000 miles on my 2016 grand coupe

[@koreandude]

Hey patrick, do you mean the Oil Filter Housing Gasket (OFHG) that drips oil? If so, would you recommend getting it changed every so often pre-emptively? And which belts does the oil drip into that required changing? Thank you

[@BreakdownAutomotive]

I do, yes. Got mixed up on my words. 😂 I wouldn’t change it without needing to, but I would check on it or have it checked during oil changes. From what I understand, if you clean off the area, it should make it apparent after a short time if it’s leaking. I’m not entirely sure what belt it drips on. I always had the work done at a BMW independent mechanic, so I always just took their word for it since it was usually under their warranty. Thanks!

[@K1LLeRc0ck]

@@BreakdownAutomotive Wouldn't it be simpler to just change the gasket at every oil change if you change oil filters at the same time anyway 🤔

[@K1LLeRc0ck]

@BMM M Makes sense.

[@mleedv8978]

Anybody else notice the sweet neighborhood he's driving in??

[@laz2858]

The problem you're having with oil on the belt must be an Issue on the N20 4Cyl models, cause ive never had that issue on my N55 i6 with over 100k. Highly recommend changing the transmission oil as 100k miles is the right time to do so.

[@alexburlya9700]

I have 2014 428i just hit 97k miles thank god ive never had any issues just regular maintenance)

[@ketobodybuilder2482]

Nah i dont have ut on the 2015 428i

[@F32Koto]

I can attest that although the car at stock height doesn't appear too low, you really do need to drive it like it's slammed or you WILL scrape on just about every parking lot entrance/exit that isn't nearly flat.

[@pele2005]

My audi s3 is way lower than that and I don't scrape that much. The front of his looks like he's been running up onto curbs.

[@F32Koto]

@@pele2005 it all depends on where you drive but here in the Bay Area you can find everything from flat to heavily sloped entrance/exits...unfortunately most of where I go is the latter

[@mrandersonbrumuk3765]

Which 4 series is it? Or Did I miss you say it🤔

[@ItsJustMeMcKee]

When I bought my 428I it had 62 k miles. I bought a warranty for bumper to bumper up to 125k.

[@bretmelton7116]

Not being a hater... I swear... Because this is the most beautiful car ever to me... BUT I dont see these problems in lexus

[@worldoftanks787]

I was very tempted to buy a 328i coupe 2015 but end up getting a lexus is250 2015. Most reliable car ever.

[@roneducator]

Lexus/Toyota has the unintended acceleration problem!​@@worldoftanks787

[@livinrn_chris4527]

great review! I bought my 2016 4 series last year, with less than a 1000km I am reaching 30k km soon and contemplating if I should get extended warranty, my factory warranty ends next month

[@roachguzman4207]

Always. you never know when you need it and comes in handy.

[@67mustang351w]

What series is this 435 425 440i? Etc give the right information cause i dont think this is an 440i

[@jdf.9216]

Love this guy. Also love my 428i coupe

[@michaelxdgeorge]

Mine made it to 93k kilometres and started leaking coolant bad…. Had to replace the hose and cost me $1100 CAD…. Other than that she’s been a good girl

[@gangsterrap4679]

What sort of bmw is the most reliable

[@arthuryoung2083]

Sounds like you need to lift the car and find a mechanic that can permanently fix your gaskets

[@dennisrod5808]

Thanks for the video. Question for BMW owners: I am planning to buy my 2016 428i when my lease is up in 8 months but have my doubts about the car’s reliability and maintenance. The car would have about 45k miles in 3 years. Would you guys recommend buying this car. I got to say I love this car but don’t want to compromise if it’s not reliable. Thanks in advance.

[@davidarmstrong1421]

Just go for it, just got a CPO 428i coupe and paid cash for it on February 5th, 2019.

[@yanisl660]

update?

[@dennisrod5808]

@@yanisl660 bought another car. But dying to go back to bmw

[@lanehogger1532]

Between now and 200k is the real test. All cars I’ve owned in the UK have managed 100k in a few years with no stress. Are you planning to change the transmission oil soon? It’s a good plan to keep that gearbox shifting smoothly 😊

[@BreakdownAutomotive]

I actually don't plan on doing anything else to it. It's been a fantastic car, but it's replacement will be here very soon! I'm sad to see it go, though. It has been great! 🙌

[@luisfontanez1770]

300k and even 400k miles? I’m waiting to see that

[@commercialcreations9646]

We have the same color, I've got a 435i Lux Line in Midnight Blue Metallic with the Saddle Brown. I never see it in my color!! Awesome

[@dswing5955]

But wheres the car, we only see your face???

[@danielvandusen5724]

Dude, spend the $75 bucks and have the side bolster repaired. Nothing ages a car more (in the way it looks) than worn leather, particularly the side bolster. Call up a leather guy and he'll come to your house and make it look brand new. You genuinely won't be able to tell that there was any wear there whatsoever. People tend to only focus on paint and body when leather makes just as big a difference on how old and worn the car appears. And luckily it's relatively cheap to have it fixed.

[@nickuvarov1]

Bro, thanks for the review. Could you tell me how much do you spend on it every month? Incuding gas, oil, repairs…? Thinking of getting one with 75k and ride it to 120.

[@projektbushido3915]

Dude your videos are hilarious! I subbed to your channel. You're a great speaker and deserve more subscribers. Your videos are definitely influencing my decision on buying a 4 series.

[@BreakdownAutomotive]

Thank you so much!! I really appreciate that! The 4 Series is such an amazing car. It’s handled everything we’ve thrown at it with ease, and it’s so much fun to drive! Thanks again!!

[@BrownNProud781]

i hate how manufacturers take advantage and overpriced their labor smh. thankfully some of us can do the work at home!

[@electropalsceo]

All those problems you vent about, but still love the car... Confused?!

[@jakeroadtonowhere4070]

100k Not surprising because it looks like your roads go for miles and miles., a bet nearest Shop 6000 miles away haha., great channel

[@BreakdownAutomotive]

Honestly, you’re not necessarily wrong 😂😂 the closest BMW dealer is about an hour away, and so is the independent mechanic we take the cars to. We used to sell real estate as well, and that’s why the miles really started racking up! Thanks!!

[@jakeroadtonowhere4070]

Breakdown Automotive You won't have a problem selling that car then you could sell snow to an Eskimo

[@garys628]

do the butt in first then swing legs round entry method. Causes less wear on leather……make sure no babes in vicinity !!!!!!!!! 😀👍

[@GodKing804]

What about the service and issues during that time? What was what that like? Overall good video!

[@stefandenic7144]

why do you need to replace the oil can? whats wrong with just putting a new silicon?

[@BreakdownAutomotive]

Don’t know. Call European Auto Garage and ask them. Their warranty; their problem. 😂

[@Jerppandeerus]

What engine does that have?

[@patrickschiebinger9652]

How can you even scrape your front bumper like that 😢 poor Beamer

[@Chillaxinmellow]

I'm getting a 2019 430xi on Saturday but it has 21k miles.

[@davidgilmore5284]

I’m with you getting in and out! I’m 6’4”. That could be it!

[@BreakdownAutomotive]

Probably my issues as well 😂. Thanks for watching!

[@nitrowad]

Is the oil leak common and does it happen with all 4 series models?

[@brandondo3180]

From what I've gathered on forums, the 2017 430s and beyond have a very reliable b48 and b58 engine.

[@nitrowad]

@@brandondo3180 I'm looking at diesel engines (420D most probably as it's enough power for me, and fairly economic in terms of consumption).

[@brandondo3180]

@@nitrowad goodluck my friend!

[@socom1633]

I want to get one, but I don’t want to have a money pit? What are the major things that have issues with this model? I just don’t want to waste my money, on a good looking paper weight!

[@fldon2306]

Some 2.0L engines have timing chain guide issues, where could fail and destroy the engine. The VIN should tell if the car is one affected, and, if not serviced, don’t buy. A class action suit has already been settled, so you would have to pay out of pocket for replacement chain service or entire engine if it fails.

[@JayJay-kr7of]

I am about to buy a 428i M sport all white with black trim was at the car lot checking it out figured out go home and this weekend I would go buy one trading in my Lexus GS 350 all wheel drive 2011 model bro you just changed my fucking mind dripping oil $700 every 10,000 miles no fucking way thanks though

[@GA-uc2um]

I love mine, perfect for a tall guy!

[@ERICK-di1yz]

So is it bad for a not so tall guy?

[@zaidjirjees6214]

@@ERICK-di1yz 🤣🤣

[@thecrazyy2O4]

by the time it’s 2040 every car from 2012 an up will be modded an some will be modded but destroyed an some will modded an patted out to the shell

[@VideoDr07]

what color is your 435i? That is my favorite color BMW

[@djizzah]

it sure aint no toyota, so many issues, i knew a guy once bought a second hand german car, hes homeless now

[@joeyoung3319]

Very comforting to know your Beater-M-W is a jankie P.O.S. like my 2011 328i.

[@nivea878]

i had 3 different bmw there was always bad cylinders like leaking oil and cool

[@mrandersonbrumuk3765]

You should have showed a side view so we are able to see how low it is

[@BrianUchiha1]

400k miles on any car seems unreal lol

[@user-hs7wg3rv5i]

200-300k miles bmw + lots of money 💰 for fix. 😂 it’s possible

[@JeffCrowell11]

More shots of the car would have been helpful. Good video though.

[@otulp88]

Been driving a 4-series M-Sport for 4 years now and havn't scraped anything. Not even once. Weird man.

[@김동준-t9p]

U high bro

[@seizetheblock7824]

I’m thinking of purchasing this vehicle with 87,000 miles should I or no

[@Nirotceh1]

This guy looks like Will Weaton

[@BreakdownAutomotive]

Thank you 😘🥰

[@PutTheCookieDown]

It’ll last forever assuming your wallet does too. I’m in the market for a used low mile 435i and will only keep it till it hits 100k miles. So that’s 6-7 years for me given as it will be my secondary vehicle.

[@burtmeinsidethelouiestore3924]

If u sell houses why havent you fix the car

[@BreakdownAutomotive]

The two are completely unrelated.

[@Steveindajeep]

The wood wont split cause its not real wood. ha Does this engine in general have a oil leak issue?

[@alimoshksar2968]

I don't think it does it's either bullshit or theres just something wrong with his car specifically

[@dantheman1337]

Unwatchable... repetitive and irritating

[@awnik99]

Noone seems to mention that cooling system on theese cars(and in general BMWs) is probably the shittiest design and parts quality possible. Ive had my f36 gc from new and now after 100 000 km i had 2 coolant leaks. Car is stock, o modifications done whatsoever. One leak from the thermostat and one from that stupid plastic hose that goes over the engine. I just cant wrap my head around how a premium car would have theese issues and how BMW would justify that. My father has a KIA Ceed from 2012, almost double my mileage and NOTHING ever breaks on that car. It just goes and goes

[@Mentis-de]

Just clean the leather than it will stop look so weird

[@spacecadet4001]

Love the color

[@dewaynehowse231]

Just swap the engine to get away from the oil issue

[@54tristin]

No where in tear on the wood that’s because it’s plastic

[@SomeMechlover]

"im giving it back" loool

[@Jerv6ix]

Yo, I tried looking up the repair in your video (oil pan gasket) but I couldn’t find anything online that matched what you described (based on it effecting timing belt & as well as price). Was wondering if u meant oil filter housing gasket such as the one described here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d320aZmgp5qSjJI I wanted clarification because i wanna get one of these cars and if I had to replace the oil pan gasket every 10k mi, it would be very costly to maintain.

[@dedan2]

It must be the oil filter he is talking about.

[@TheChocolateChamp]

700 dollar repair every 10k miles? Wtf is that bs

[@iAlwaysSpeakTheTruth]

I don’t have that issue with mine..

[@ProbablyPendy]

Love my 435, but man repairs are just ridiculous... But holy hell man I’m lowered on BCs and I don’t scrap you can get good angles with the car in driveways and bumps and such just take it slow :)

[@bryanzamora278]

Jack Pendery should i get one bro

[@ProbablyPendy]

Bryan Zamora I mean right now I am stage 2 bootmod3 with a VRSF Catless DP, VRSF FMIC, Fabspeed Axle back, Injen intake, and Bc coilovers on Rotiforms. From what I have done to the car as of so far I enjoy it greatly that being said it is a manual which makes it 10x better! If you’re going for style points for stance it’s amazing and performance is breath taking with a tune really opens up the N55 engine to expose its hidden capabilities. Long response sorry but love the car overall my man.

[@bryanzamora278]

i’m planning on getting one and wrapping it austin yellow

[@ProbablyPendy]

Bryan Zamora very nice do you have an insta I’d like to follow your build

[@bryanzamora278]

yea bro like i said i’m planning on getting one lol, hopefully next april but for sure it’s @naxrbz

[@jamesmorris3714]

Didnt you complain over this car in another video ? In this it sound like a nice car / in the 7 things i hate video it sounded like a nightmare

[@BreakdownAutomotive]

Yep

[@f32_boost52]

You bought a lemon.

[@victorsikhipha6352]

hes busy making Lemonades lol

[@f32_boost52]

@@victorsikhipha6352 yoooooo😂

[@Dungappy]

428i?

[@kamilrasulov6734]

I am gonna eat my words later😁

[@jonathanjameswebb]

SHOW THE BLOODY CAR!!!

[@992turbos8]

Had to laugh a little as I have the same issue and it’s not the leather mine was a M3 well the 4 series is just the new 2 door 3 series but there a bit small for us Chinese food lovers we scrap the bolsters getting in fortunately I had black leather and a little black shoe polish re-dyed and brought back to new condition.

[@tom11zz884]

Reliability and BMW is a oxymoron.

[@viktorcooper395]

I’d never buy a car from you lol

[@ahyungrocks5509]

I have never seen a BMW with 200K miles. Wonder why?

[@BreakdownAutomotive]

To be fair, all of these were owned by mechanics.

[@992turbos8]

AhYung Rocks Even I tell my wife to get a new car she refuses, she says it still runs good and very minor issues it’s a 05 X3 with 348 thousand miles.

[@burtmeinsidethelouiestore3924]

2004 bmw 330ci 190xxx running 💪 strong

[@wesleypowell9907]

2002 325i with 240k and I’m not a mechanic :)

[@TimmyRayTactical]

lol what? I work at a salvage auction and I see them all the time. Totaled E46’s come in all day long with 160k+ to 200k. Even after being smashed to the point of leaking transmission fluid they still manage to start and idle smooth. BMW’s are more reliable than people give them credit for. Its the kids that, buy them to beat the hell out of them without proper maintenance that makes them look bad. They are specifically over engineered for longevity under normal and occasional sport driving conditions, not abuse lol.

[@ahmetokur6983]

I wish i could see the car, not your face

[@5970596]

Wow 700 every 10k miles for the same issue. Heard enough stories to never touch a bmw with a 10ft pole. I’ll stick with the jaaags. My 2017 f type has 45k miles and nothing has gone wrong on it. Handles better than any bmw in the same price range

[@Akshattheyoutuber]

1 day late i already booked 😭

[@SinlowMusic]

My 435i coupe is now at 165,000 miles in 2024 and it still runs like new. Such a beautiful car to look at and fun to drive!