My CHEAP BMW V8 - Plus Quick E70 X5M Review

In this video I want to share with you guys why I decided to buy a cheap X5M and what happened 1 year on. I also explain a couple of issues about these cars and a few things I like vs a few things I dislike about the X5M. For those who don't know , the S63 engine on the X5M is similar to the N63 engine on the 50i x5 550i and all 50i V8 engines.
This is an E70 X5M with the mightfull BMW S63 engine, similar to the ones on the F10 M5
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# BMW X5 X5M S63B44 Cheap BMW V8 twin turbo V8

[@TeeBee-qz3wy]

So true. Get onto it now before the engine is blown up. Prevention is the key to enjoying these type of cars.

[@dnl35projects]

I agree, people should not complain about engines spinning a bearing when these are well know issues and can be prevented.

[@miitchsanders]

Great video again Daniel!

[@dnl35projects]

Thank you Mitch !

[@E70MGarage]

Great video! Looking forward to more content! 👍 👍

[@dnl35projects]

Thank you ! Yes we have a few more vids on the pipeline coming soon

[@caioderobi9206]

You rock, Dani!

[@dnl35projects]

Haha thanks !

[@weijia1659]

Good job Daniel, vic here. Sold my e70 x5m after spending over 30k 😅, now getting another newer model, let’s see how we go. Know so much about these engine now lol

[@dnl35projects]

Thank You ! Yeah, these cars can empty your wallet pretty quickly ! The newer X5M (F85) are a bit more reliable and if you get a low mileage one, just do all preventive maintenance straight away and 5k oil changes. Youll have a great car for years to come ....

[@paulmccarthy1249]

Hi Daniel, I bought an X5M (2009) and it’s gone into limp mode and seems to needs new injectors. I really admire your determination to so the engine rebuild and I think I’d like to do the same. I have tinkered with cars all my life but have never attempted a project of this scale. Do you have any recommendations on how to prepare? What specialised tools are required? Any other tips and hints? Keep up the great quality video work! Regards, Paul (also based in Sydney)

[@dnl35projects]

Hi Paul, I'd say the best skill to have when working on this cars is "Patience" :) You will need special tools for timing and maybe for servicing the injectors (if they are not index 12 I strongly recommend you buying new ones) I'm happy to help if needed, send me an email and we can exchange details if you like. As for the videos, the next 2 should be about "how much I spent" and "tips and tricks for the S63 rebuild"

[@MVaccaTTACK]

I’ve had mine for bit over a year now. I’ve had a lot of vehicles and man this one’s by far my favorite

[@MVaccaTTACK]

I started the CCV system last night….be finishing that up in the morning :)

[@MVaccaTTACK]

I’ve had zero issues for 20k miles….im at 114k miles now

[@dnl35projects]

Awesome ! These cars can be reliable if serviced properly

[@dnl35projects]

Good luck ! I hope your'e enjoying working on it

[@ElliottBrooks]

$22k! what a bargain - would've loved to find that steal of a deal. M5 is always going to be quicker due to power-to-weight ratio. I want to get one of these so bad - but don't have a garage right now, only off-street outside car park - probably not an engine out workplace :(

[@dnl35projects]

Thanks Elliott, it was actually $20k as I managed to bargain the price a bit 🤣. I completely understand your situation since I didn’t have a garage until not long ago, in fact I had to hire a friends workshop for a few weeks (he was away) so I could do the engine in/out job. Best advice I can give you is to keep on searching with no rush, eventually the perfect car will come your way 👍

[@ElliottBrooks]

@@dnl35projects nice! Yeah I need to figure out a couple other things before purchase is on the radar. Also need to decide if I keep my 135i project or finish that then move to this

[@mlife7992]

Hallo I hâve x6m 2010 with 261500km I dont hâve any problèms..only water and turbo pompe.I love that car

[@dnl35projects]

I’m glad to hear that ! They are really good cars, just need to be maintained properly. Check my video for the turbo pump, it’s not a hard job but need to be done correctly

[@GrandSavrify]

Did you bought it new?

[@laron_the_g6410]

GREAT CHANNEL!! I've picked up a 2013 x6m for just shy of 10k$, has a rod knock seems like, will be opening the engine next week to see if in anyway it can still be saved until a new engine can be built, failed at 65k miles( the car was towed after went into limp mode then I changed solenoids, limp mode and codes gone, it had also very fine copper particles in oil filter. On start up, idle and revs to 2,5 runs great but past to higher rpms has a rattle, I've seen guys polishing crank in case damaged and put new rods in and drive for another 15k before properly rebuilding, i understand its more likely not going to help but still want to give it a shot as the cost of this experiment is fairly low. Wonder what's your take on that, cheers!

[@dnl35projects]

Hi, thank you ! My suggestion is that you stop driving it and open the engine for a rebuild - the less damage you have inside the cheaper it is to rebuild and oven if your crank is scratched you could get it reground.

[@laron_the_g6410]

@@dnl35projects thank you!!! As soon as this was noticed, the car was put in a trailer, craziest thing is the dealer said it is most likely timing system!!!! 1200$ and wrong diagnosis so sad to see them charge up the butt and yet not know what they’re talking about. Waiting for new videos!!

[@user-xx2bu5fs4g]

Hi, so what specifically are the three hoses you recommend changing on this model?

[@dnl35projects]

The two turbo coolant lines and the T or Y pipe (coolant bleed hose) from the engine heads to the pump

[@unathimichaelmxaku8105]

I saw one on sale today.Does it use the same injectors as F10 M5?

[@dnl35projects]

Hi Unathi, the F10 M5 has an upgraded version of engine which is the S63TU, a bit more reliable than the one in the e70 X5M - the injectors on the M5 até a big improvement compared to the ones on the normal S63/N63 engine. They are not only better injectors but also a fraction of the price when compared to the old style piezo injectors.

[@unathimichaelmxaku8105]

@@dnl35projects Thank you very much Sir,but this one has 150,000KM on the clock.I'm love it but aslo very scared.

[@lilspkie]

Still saving up to get one these 😅

[@dnl35projects]

They are worthy if youre good with tool and can do mechanical stuff yourself

[@lilspkie]

@@dnl35projects yessir the only way I got through with my n54 🤣🤣

[@tony8826]

I have a 2010 X6M that I've owned for 1.5yrs and drove 10,000KMs. Insofar I've replaced 3 waterpumps, 2 turbos, and now it's smoking from the exhaust so getting the CCV done. If you plan to buy one of these make sure you know it's maintenance history or get ready to spend $5-10k/yr on repairs.

[@dnl35projects]

Totally agree with you ! They are AWESOME cars but maintenance could be a bit of an issue if you haven't factor that into the budget.

[@carloshenriquemagrini6762]

Hi Daniel, I'm considering buying a 2011 model with 39,000 km. Can you give me some tips for preventive maintenance? Since my country is tropical and these engines are sensitive to high temperatures.

[@dnl35projects]

Hi Carlos, it depends a lot on what's been done to the car so far. 39k kms isn't a lot but bear in mind the car is 12 years old and being a BMW will naturally have few oil leaks and other things to be addressed. I'd start by doing the common things like filters and fluids, then move onto spark plugs and coils (if they are older than 5 years old) - A transmission fluid change or service is also highly recommended. These cars don't really mind running in hight temperature weather however you cooling system and battery must be 100% in order to keep up with cooling the engine. For more details feel free to send us an email.

[@secretsquirrel9722]

I've only just found this channel and it's impressive. What is you back ground Daniel? What are you doing now as a job? I would caution you for selling the dream that BMW's are even remotely reliable or financially smart to own in any way! Even if you maintain them fastidiously. It's fine for people to love them anyway. But don't send them down the river, haha Side note of interest, I've had X5M's where the engines accumulate oil in the intakes. 2 of them with low km's, burned massive holes in the left banks plastic intake manifold. Towards the back where it pools, obviously because they're on the low side of the motor.

[@dnl35projects]

Hi, I worked in IT for a few years after finishing university but getting greasy and smelling like engine oil was always my passion 🤣 - I’m not trying to sell anything but share my experiences working on BMWs since I own the two worse cars BMW ever made (E60 M5 and E70 X5m) but apparently I’m doing something wrong because once I fully understood and serviced these cars they never broke down and I’m somehow RUINING the BMW bad reputation 😝

[@secretsquirrel9722]

@dnl35projects haha, they're far from the worst models. You're not wrong to an extent. I always taught owners that their cars 100% have a soul. If you own one as an individual and treat them well, they will return that kindness. Even down to teaching them how to drive them matters if you intend on long-term ownership. Any kind of delay in maintenance or ignoring a repair, you will certainly pay! You will likely pat anyway, haha. You are potentially sitting on a gold mine with the E60. You could take it from the gutter to the top of the pops in one move IMO. Stick shift conversion! Look into it. Should be right up your alley for the channel and the car. First thing I would do on any E60 M5 or E46 M3. More straight forward on the M3 with it having the manual option from factory. But the main components remain. You just swap the smg rubbish for a stick and left pedal assembly. SMG is an abomination and should be purged from existence!

[@user-xs3jw3wy8b]

Hey, just wondering, the hose in the valley of the engine, is that under the turbos?

[@dnl35projects]

Hi Peter, yes they are located under/in front of the turbos. It’s a rubber hose that connects the bleeding of the engine heads into the water pump . That Y connector is made of plastic and perish really easily

[@user-xs3jw3wy8b]

Thanks for that, i have a 2012 X5M with 167km on the clock, so worried after watching one of your videos last night re the timing chain etc. I have owned the car for around 3 years and change the oil every 7-8km.. Wish i had the expertise like you to carry out the work myself as i do not trust many mechanics in New Zealand, many will say anything to make money off you, and the only honest BMW mechanic i knew, sold his business a few years back. Thanks again

[@tactu5195]

hi i have the same car and i got an issue with 4x4 system and dsc malfuntion, when this happens the car goes out of gear and the light on the shifter keeps blinking on park and i cannot put the car in drive. any idea what might cause this? Thanks in advance.

[@dnl35projects]

Hi, have you scanned the car for codes ? there multiple things attached to the issues you mentioned and unfortunately without scanning the car it would be a guessing game.

[@miekobayashi4732]

_MY X6 E71 IS NOW AROUND 200K MILES AND STILL RUNNING GOOD WITH NO ISSUES_

[@dnl35projects]

That’s awesome - I guess you’re looking after your car very week and doing regular oil changes 👍

[@302esky]

Hi what year model is this thank you

[@dnl35projects]

Hi, that’s a 2010 X5M

[@302esky]

@@dnl35projects thank you

[@greggregorich8048]

x5m chassis e70 , x6m is e71

[@angeltorres4297]

How do you connect to Bluetooth audio, play music via Bluetooth on the car

[@dnl35projects]

You can only connect it to make/answer calls and not to stream music out of your devices

[@farturinn]

I am one of the dumbasses that bought a used X5M, the cheapest one I could find in Europe at the time. Originally ordered to Moscow, but relatively low milage (verified). 2011 with 64.000km (in 2021), paid 24k euro for it with two sets of wheels :D Love the car, hate a few things though. Mostly the fuel consuption (fun tax) and the exhaust note. The Exhaust note I am now working on, but I have a totally different approach than ever done before, I am starting with the exhaust manifolds. The fuel consumption is 20L/100km around town, but goes down to 14.5L if crusing at 120km/h, My E60M5 however had 22L/100km minimum around town, and I never got it below 15L on the highway, but I was 20 years younger back when I bought the E60M5, might have a play in the consumption. The ZF6HP isn't bad but after having a car with a 8HP it's not good Really the most annoying thing now is the knocking noise from the rear hatch, cant locate it!! Its on the right side, and I have tried everything.

[@dnl35projects]

I can see you like your X5M as much as I do - They are. definitely not as bad as some people say. As for the exhaust, just install an X pipe, that would be the cheapest and most cost effective way t bring up that V8 sound this engine should have from factory

[@farturinn]

The X-pipe will not bring the V8 sound unfortunately, its down to the crossflow design of the exhaust manifolods, propriatory to the S63B44, hence its the only hot-v in the world that does not (and will not) sound like a V8 no matter what you do to the exhaust after the turbos. It might sound half decent on cold start but once warm and on revs it will just sound like a loud twin inline 4cylinder. Have not to date heard a S63B44 (any version) that sounds nice, what ever people have done to the exhaust, cheap, expensive, straight pipe, x-pipe or H-pipe.. the sound is killed at the source by smothing out the exhaust flow with the manifolds. I bought F10M5 manifolds (and turbos) and I am currently in the process of cutting them up to seperate the two cylinder banks, which is in line with the N63 (and that sounds great) and evey hot-v from other manufacturers, wheather its Mercedes or VAG/Porsche/Lambo.

[@korayg88]

Let's fix our engines with a sledgehammer...😂

[@dnl35projects]

That would mean 1 big knock them no further engine knocks 🤣

[@gheovandixon5360]

I replaced my starter motor...didn't have to take the engine out.

[@dnl35projects]

Congratulations ! Let me guess ?? you have a Left hand side car ?? 🤨

[@herlegz6969]

BMW real proper maintenance is so important. Not the BS BMW recommendation so you have to buy a new engine or car from them nonsense. Also even lightwr cars get terrible gas mileage, like F1 cars. Power and performance means higher cost and consumables.

[@dnl35projects]

Imagine the new models coming out with 30.000kms oil change intervals - I can wait to see those engines once they go pass 100k kms

[@AaronsTalks]

What caused your smoking? And you thought the 500kg heavier vehicle would be faster with a torque converter and AWD drivetrain? Wtf. I've had 3 of these - 2 X5M and 1 X6M. Very unique and fun for it's era but they are now crap, let's be honest :/ Even in 2015 these felt old. Anyways, I'm looking to buy another ... Depending on price but I would NOT recommend!

[@dnl35projects]

Hi Aaron, there were scratches on 2 cylinder walls which were causing the excessive smoke. These cars are awesome specially considering the price they are at, however is not for everyone as they require some special attention.