How to buy a used BMW 3 Series (F30) - Buying advice | Common problems | Parts pricing

[@reamohetsemei5915]

Muzi Sambo's influence is insane. Has everyone talking about high mileage BMWs

[@RhulaniNkuna]

😂

[@hdkm273]

For real

[@SupreemTeam]

Yes, all the time

[@SoloVentureExplorer]

Used BMW (particularly 3 the series) and VW cars have always been the most sought cars in the second hand market. Radio 702 used to regularly invite car specialists to give advise on buying second hand german cars. But ke most people in twitter (an insignificant number) seemingly only learned about beamers via twitter. For most of us beamer lovers, we've probably driven at least 4 bmws already

[@Keitumetsemulaudzi]

My dad has a 2012 f30 320i n20. Even after 12 years that car still drives like a new car still delivers performance and is refined I love it

[@Mothercityguy]

Nice probably FSH

[@faadilcajee3640]

My 320i n20 has 203k km and still drives like a dream.

[@Keitumetsemulaudzi]

@@faadilcajee3640 that car is nothing short of outstanding 👌

[@antoniomweenejunior283]

What's your secret?​@@faadilcajee3640

[@sbusisondumiso4658]

My dad has one too with 325 000 km and everything is solid, never had any major issues. Just the water pump twice and fuel pump once, other than that its been oil changes, spark plugs and the coil maybe 2 or 3 times

[@user-wg5tl3xw6j]

This guide could not have come at a better time as I'm pursuing my used car journey and looking to purchase a F30! Thanks

[@Bayanda7]

Same here

[@tatendak]

If owned a 320i 2013 model which I bought with 21000km and sold in 2020 when it had 123000km. The only thing outside of tires and petrol I spent on the car was servicing it at 10000km and the other service was done under motorplan, spent R300 per month on an aftermarket warranty when I reached 100 000km. These are VERY strong cars and will give you street cred. If you can find a 2019 model that is still under motorplan you will have hit the jackpot coz you can extend the warranty at BMW for about R550 per month for an extra 2 years. When I sold my 2013 model, I got a 2019 model same colour but with more features. Have never spent anything on it except now when I am paying R550 for an extra 2 years warranty. Get a 2019 model under warranty, before you buy, take it to BMW for an inspection and if they confirm the motorplan, sign the dotted line and extend the warranty when the manufacturer plan expires. You won’t regret it.

[@MusaNunesMkansi]

Lovely to see Francisco on the channel

[@Brajosh_]

Didn't recognise him at first the overgrown bear & lack of glasses caught me offguard😂

[@ndyebokopo5598]

Lovely indeed

[@johannesmothiba9056]

"Buying advice" is what we been longing for as it breaks our heart to burn our hard earned cash....cz of lack of knowledge 😊😊

[@duffydon1741]

Such gold, well done mate, however, as an avid BMW owner myself, it must be spelt out that some parts, an owner will have to purchase directly from a BMW dealership and not goldwagen because some goldwagen parts simply don’t deliver because your BMW will demand its genuine parts, i refer, parts such as the radiators hose, in-fact almost all high temperature containing parts, your oil coolers, both the upper and lower ones, maintain the correct oil code and brand consistently, you do that, you’re good to go…

[@supafly8]

Perfect timing. My car has that Gla Gla Gla sound. Booking an appointment with my mechanic once this video is done. Thanks for the lovely explanation

[@boemomolefe8303]

Loving how this channel is growing. Francisco does know his stuff. 💪🏽

[@trustmub1]

i like this guy, he good at this.

[@altaafkader9675]

F30 330d is one of the greatest cars ever made. All that torque makes it such a pleasure to drive long distances and will easily get over 900km on one tank. It's a shame that the 330d has been discontinued

[@tatendak]

My 320i LCI does 5.5 litres per 100km on the highway so I get 1000km on a full 60ltr tank. Town driving I get about 7.5 litres per 100km max…but I drive normal, no burnouts 😂. These are efficient cars

[@altaafkader9675]

@@tatendak dude you gotta feel the torque on the 330d. Over 900km on a tank and 0 to 100 in like 5.5

[@senzomgoduka2646]

Also had a 320d, I was surprised to get over 1100km on a full tank. It felt like a dream since I had previously own a C280 which was so thirsty 🙆‍♀️

[@carfeverpov]

I’m very impressed. Trying new directions in content creation is working for this channel. Finally some good content.

[@bradonjohnson]

Just bought a 2012 520i n20 12300km GEM. Well looked after and so far loving it..

[@imdwbaby]

We have the same and it's at 260000km still running like new

[@Sakkie_S55_M3]

Just FYI, I have a 335i that's tuned to 342 wkW and 680 wNm of torque, and I've noticed that drivetrain errors often pop up when I hard accelerate with less than a quarter tank of fuel. The car pulls so hard that the fuel shifts toward the back of the tank, leading to fuel starvation. So don't let a drive train error scare you it could be so many things.

[@tjk3618]

Whoa....you serious?! No way man....😲

[@rikusjf]

One of the best presenters! Love it bro!

[@danielmoloisane4425]

Great car. My sister has the F30 320D LCI variant with the M sport package for about 8 years now the car has do less than 60k kms on the clock. It’s feels like new. Love it.

[@senzomgoduka2646]

60k for 8yrs, she's definitely not a person for long distances.

[@danielmoloisane4425]

@@senzomgoduka2646 yes plus she lives & works with a 7kms radius.

[@mlandvodlamini2451]

A great and very informative guide. Keep them coming!!!

[@tru007jeffos]

So glued i found this vid thanks and again thank you guys. im ordering my next bmw an f30 this time from this guy

[@mphoshiramoroka2061]

Properly explained ❤thank you bra

[@Mememachine_69485]

Ignition gt vibes❤

[@Drwezloka]

With better picture quality

[@KatlegoMohlala-ll3pq]

Ignition is boring.

[@zambodla]

Great info. Thank you Please also do a "How to buy" for the BMW X3 2.0d (G01) 😊

[@Saida561]

Very detailed guide on the f30

[@Mothercityguy]

Great new presenter I will apply next time missed the cutoff

[@Carscoza]

The ad is open again if you are still interested...

[@adriaanserrao2016]

When it comes to the F series the only ones you want are the B48, B58, N47, B47, n57. Or if you have too much money for petrol the n55.

[@JulietMadzore-hl4qp]

I love the N55

[@tjk3618]

I co-sign this. B58 is an awesome machine....😎

[@isaacmtolo-phiri5749]

Great presentation big man

[@ozemsadventureofrandomstuf252]

The process is easy if you want a good car buy well maintained cars and keep process 🙂I love 320D please review 🙏🏽

[@Tlou2matlou]

This series is very informative hope to see more of this

[@Ceepee25619]

My 2014 125i (N20 160kw) that I got as a demo is now 215k km. I do oil service myself every 8k km because of the sludge issue.

[@traversek]

I bought my 320i B48 engine in last year. The car is fault less and such a luxurious sporty drive. Wanted a 2022 Corolla but then realized the B48 engine is also used by Toyota and the Bmw was half the price🙌 only 65 000kms on clock

[@thandomthembu4913]

I was also trying to decide whether I should buy the 2.0 corolla xr or the f30 320d. I am leaning more to the 320d as it is cheaper and more fun to drive.

[@mjngp]

Wow I never that , with that info you dished out the beemer seems like an attractive option

[@ca9968]

I bought a 1995 model E36 325i in 2007 from a dealership in Alberton with a full service history and 235 000 km`s on the clock, that car ran like a Swiss watch for 5 years, sadly she was stolen and written off in the chase that the good guys at Tracker gave... As long as it`s been well looked after and has a good service history then most used BMW`s are a good buy...but do the homework on the car!

[@sithembisomthembi2656]

Please also list the specialists you guys are consulting to make it easier for the consumers.

[@jahid_E9]

Hit the nail on the head, owned a N13 from GetWorth, lucky they took the car back after the coolant and cylinder head issue. But BMW makes the best diesel engine. Won't sell my E90 m47

[@tim0r1]

Hey, this guy is great!

[@DefinitiveCorp]

i love this series

[@PerformanceWithPage]

Nice one Cisco, happy for you bro

[@metrix9125]

I love this series, keep it up.

[@sahilraichund9801]

An absolutely informative and engaging video! Please keep it up! 👍🏼👍🏼

[@arthurchauke3941]

Please do a Golf 1.4 tsi guide😭😭

[@trevoryingwane5714]

You made clear sir, dladladla. Got the warning.

[@meshangovender]

Love this presenter!! Gla gla gla

[@terrencemoyo6448]

I am patiently waiting for Muzi Sambo to be a guest presenter

[@mahlatse2360]

Can you be please do a buyers guide for the Audi A3 2016-2020

[@sphumendlovu7482]

Awesome review, can you do one on a 220i convertible please

[@tbangbangsa]

For anyone looking to buy a 320/8i F30 N20. Its not if the engine will fail its when! Trust me on that one

[@lolitapitpong3826]

should be opting for diesel on a 4 cylinder bimmer anyway

[@robertoandrada]

Have any data to back that claim up? I see many high mileage N20s still with original chains.

[@tbangbangsa]

@@robertoandrada considering i owned one for 8 years until it failed on me is all the data you will get.

[@karelswanepoel2095]

Super informative video !! I loved it ❤

[@thabocele2309]

My next car

[@KazanKhan786]

This video gave me some anxiety 😰😱😅 Please do a video like this on a 2013 to 2019 Toyota Corolla 🎉😅❤ So I can get my sanity back 😂

[@olebogengkgositlou2519]

Great episode. Could you do the same for the F20D please

[@Brajosh_]

You know honestly speaking when buying a BMW how the previous owner handled it matters immensely.You need full service history,check for damages, fixes,accidents & hope the previous owner took care of it like his pride & joy not someone working on a shoe string budget.There are some tell tale signs of a previous owner not looking after the car though

[@riaanmocke3364]

Great video

[@Ανδρέας-ι1ψ]

Any bmw with the n20 engine manufactured after Jan 2015 has the upgraded timing chain and guides. So only buy after this date for peace of mind. This info you will find on the internet and not from a bmw dealer. Always read the forums before buying any car to get a better perspective of potential problems.

[@Gaming_kids699]

Good Review

[@molefisefako8772]

Great episode. Please do a 1 series f20 models too. Thanks

[@CounselChuckle]

The check drivetrain error message could be a myriad of problems though. Partner’s X2 got it recently and turned out to be an oil change that was needed. Cost around 6k at BMW.

[@dineoboikanyo7546]

Lol u mentioned every problem I had with my bmw,nyc one

[@KevinChililo]

320 D . bulletproof engine

[@bonjovi7120]

Facts. Best car I ever owned

[@Mememachine_69485]

2012 BMW 1 series please

[@agreylekaba9635]

lovely information 👌

[@masanakhabelane3573]

Patiently waiting for "How to buy a vw citi golf"

[@pakowame4737]

Francisco, you forgot to price check the oil pump since it's the main culprit in these vehicles. Please help us with that too.

[@Carscoza]

If you are ever looking for price estimates on parts, the Goldwagen site is great. Sorry we didn't get to the oil pump price for you.

[@thabisohitchdladla]

Perfect. Thank you

[@Mlu_P]

Good presenter this one

[@louislourens486]

Had the timing chain replaced on my 2012 320i in September 2023 after a drivetrain light for a rather obscene amount, the original guides are genuinely rubbish and WILL fail so be sure to ask whether the chain's been replaced

[@alexhadebe4079]

Can I humble ask sir how much did u pay and where did u do it?

[@louislourens486]

@alexhadebe4079 it was about 16k at SHW Automotive in Goodwood who did a great job!

[@tocgaming78]

please can do one ,relate to old cars like mk1,tazz,camry etc

[@Resilient_winner]

could you guys please do a ford everest 2.2l xlt 2018 model?

[@thabisomogane5170]

I think the 320d makes sense

[@KevinChililo]

Definitely. That's the one to go for bulletproof engine

[@vellymagagula6490]

I'd forego the pre 2014 320i's with the N20 engine, it's known to fail. From 2014 onwards they used the much more robust B48 which is what I'd get.

[@robertoandrada]

Wrong, in 2014 BMW still used the N20 engine

[@kieronmoodley7526]

2013 320d sport line auto 156000kms full service history, silver. Anyone interested

[@richardmarshall750]

R150k

[@jordanking8118]

Could you please do one on the Mercedes Benz (W205) C-Class

[@SonicHawk90]

Seems like you need deep pockets to deal with reliability issues which will catch up to you sooner rather than later...

[@alexhadebe4079]

Thanks❤

[@adnaanwise1359]

I experienced the N20 timing chain failure, sold the car as is because it was too expensive to fix. I suggest buying 6 cylinder petrol BMW’s or diesel variants. These 4 cylinder engines are shite.

[@langenisunfamily5696]

Please review Mercedes C180 2015

[@thatoramosunya4653]

Which GoldWagen is this brake pads are 400 … my i20 the set is 700

[@thabomodika8027]

Still want this 2018 model to be specific

[@mosesnoelmodika8528]

Please do the BMW X1 F48 20d

[@patrickmagongo8403]

What does hlahlahla in 320D mean

[@aluwanidau103]

Please do the Audi A4

[@ahmedza9303]

Ga ga ga good video brother

[@thecarscene_]

Hey red suits you bro!

[@lehlohonolofaku3178]

Can we get 1 for a E92 or e93 325 or 333i 😇😇😇

[@neoandprissy]

Drivetrain on this thing is a nightmare! Bought my girlfriend an F20 118i M Sport and its my worst buy ever! F series BMWs are a no-go area

[@hasbanahmed7471]

Is 320i 2009 worth it buy in 2024?

[@johnthelanimengobe-hw3vl]

Last perfect bmw was the e9x series

[@Skippers.86]

Giving GW some free advertising 😂

[@abm5707]

I've just had (2 hours ago) a horrible experience at bmw dealership, they ignored me when wanting to ask them about purchasing 3 series. Sorry BMW, you are not getting money from me, keep your cars, they can't even hold value vs other brands.

[@pakowame4737]

Name and shame the dealership.

[@abm5707]

@@pakowame4737 they are at Jhb north, William Nicole drive.

[@justindaniel5959]

It is not the cars fault but the dealership, I am not buying a dealership, I am buying the car, tomorrow Toyota can give you bad service then what?

[@abm5707]

@@justindaniel5959 correct, it's the dealership and not their cars. My view, if they are treating me like this, and I'm not even a customer, I'm not going to spend my money there.

[@jirehnyathi6543]

Whatever you do, go diesel. 320d is always the answer

[@F30-Jet]

born presenter

[@magicair6021]

Soooo the ultimate buying advice is...... To not to.... Got it

[@robbieproductions9504]

Thats why they break so much 😂 it breaks alot

[@atraiobaker7871]

thanks i wont confuse the gya gya gyaaas lol

[@thecarscene_]

So glad I don’t have mine anymore Cesco 🤣🤣🤣

[@willemopperman854]

Why on earth would you buy a secondhand BMW? That can only be trouble.

[@nhlanhlamagagula7467]

How is it that true....i bought e39/46 as uses no major mechanical issues just normal wear and tear...Best advice is frequent oil service and use of quality parts ...this goes for any car from corolla to buggati

[@bonjovi7120]

You have no idea what you are talking about. The only trouble in my life is your wife that does not want leave me alone😂😂

[@Thandanizza]

Bro this car is pure trash. Great video

[@mpumelelobeyers957]

It absolutely makes no sense why BMW interior is shocking poor for so many years.

[@eugenemoeng2125]

Mind sharing contact details of your BMW specialist?

[@kirkclearidge7616]

Never buy from the dealer do the research and look around it is much cheaper buy from a reliable OEM parts store dunno why BMW chooses to rip people off with their prices here's an example the dealer priced a water pump for $659 The OEM parts shop price $478 pretty much the same part same brand makes no sense 😂

[@thabanglehetla6073]

With a BMW, just get a good bush mechanic then you're sorted 😂

[@NicoBotha-t2z]

3 cars you dont buy 2nd hand bmw audi and merc unless you have zillions in the bank they will bite you

[@RiteshBalu-w1x]

And a GTI 😝

[@nhlanhlamagagula7467]

How is that so.....any car requires maintenance

[@sdudecebekhulu9559]

R500 is negligible 😅😅

[@benathimthalane9730]

Im not sure it suits this platform to have this over here