No One Else Has the Balls to Say This About These Cars, So I Will

BMW review. No One Else Has the Balls to Say This About BMWs, So I Will, DIY car repair and car review with auto mechanic Scotty Kilmer. Luxury cars review. Buying a BMW. BMW problems. Is BMW worth it? Buying a new BMW. Buying a used BMW. Should I buy a BMW X5, Z4, or 650i? Are BMWs reliable? The truth about BMW. Car advice. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 55 years.
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[@scottykilmer]

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[@joshuacharlery5826]

Good Evening Scotty! I’m just an engineer from Honda. Don’t mind me 😅

[@andrewditton7226]

Seems to be a lot of corperation and state dealing closely with each other. Merger of cooperation and state is fascism as defined by mousilini - the father of fascism. Edit: spelling - forever fighting with auto-correct.

[@arthurbachmann4221]

Take time to be holy thy friends in thy conduct HIS likeness shall see.

[@joshuacharlery5826]

@@arthurbachmann4221 amen

[@arthurbachmann4221]

No more KIA. Take time to be holy. SPEAK often with God. Hi SWAT. Thy friends in thy conduct HIS likeness shall see. Non lethal did not hurt that bad. I never wanted to shoot you I was protecting the US border. We got the Cintora invader cartel without KIA. WELL DONE SWAT.

[@lordcorgi6481]

On BMWs, the check engine light just means the engine is running.

[@ThePrometheus617]

😂😂

[@dolrichlorenzo3004]

😂😅😂

[@hetanosgago9508]

I owned 3 bmws for many years 323i 328i and now i have x3 35i. Only one time I had check engine light on my 323i back in 2015, it costed me only $15 cad for one original spark plug cylinder number 3, i changed it for 10 minutes and check engine light disappeared. BTW bmw more reliable than Honda. Also I had toyota matrix which was always check engine light on, it was so garbage car I spent a lot of money for fixing that garbage . Now I have beater car 2004 camry, it's not that bad, but check engine light always on.

[@automachinehead]

wtf?! i thought check engine light means that your car front headlights aren't working

[@gabrielgilguitar5407]

@@hetanosgago9508see your right. If you even do preventative maintenance on em and that even goes for any car. They can run for a really long time and be healthy cars

[@gdholmfirth]

The entire auto industry is shocked by Scotty's balls to say this about BMW.

[@kentworch]

Hell yeah.

[@DJmemoriesPlaylists]

I love this guy!!

[@terracottaneemtree6697]

This should be pinned 👍

[@bittymcnasty]

No one here understood the sarcasm or the joke lmao

[@thefinder8087]

Scotty’s balls KILLS the auto industry, BMW drivers are SHOCKED!

[@stevus4863]

So true. I owned 5 different models over the years. Great driving car but expensive to maintain. Now I buy Toyotas and put my money into race cars.

[@rbiddy5893]

Great video Scotty...you may appreciate this old saying..."if you can't afford a new BMW, you can't afford a used one" - pretty much sums it up for your audience!

[@WayToManyAssassins]

Depends on the condition of the used one and if you do the work yourself

[@miracle3me696]

My daughter has a 2018 BMW X5 with approx 80K miles and its has been a money pit!!! Plastic crap breaking causing coolant leaks etc etc!!

[@harveyhankerson8359]

Oh yeah.. my ex wife has one. And believe me. That car stays in the shop !! Worst car ever made !!!

[@moonasha]

@@harveyhankerson8359 was making her take it part of the divorce settlement? 😂

[@harveyhankerson8359]

@@moonasha oh yeah.. most definitely !!!

[@GF-mf7ml]

BMW love leaking

[@jamesmedina2062]

And so new?? Thats nuts. Coolant hoses should go minimum 10 years before any issues

[@The_game989]

I think BMW are not a fan of Scotty and his KZbin videos. 😂

[@danthemaintenanceman]

Just bought a 2020 4 runner with 36K on it, my wife took it and won’t give it back. It’s an awesome SUV.

[@zeljkodjukic5889]

It's the best legend bullet proof quality 500 00 miles - milion miles if you just do regular maintance

[@esiritoneh2]

If I was the one, I won't give it back either.

[@b.hatemen]

Just bought a 2000 4runner 😀

[@JRS-iq9pz]

You still have to change things like lower control arms because the bushings wear out. Also the intermediate steering shafts wear after a few 100,000 miles.

[@jamesmedina2062]

@@b.hatemen lots and lots of unburned HC in those older Toyota V6's. Fuel hogs. Run forever but nasty emissions.

[@knucklestheechidna5718]

I feel like I have never heard any BMW owner ever mentioned fuel economy. Probably because when you can spend $80,000 on a sedan gas is the least of your concern. I do have one question, do BMWs come standard with turn signals or is that a option you have to pay extra for. Asking for a friend it would explain a lot.

[@stevenk7904]

Definitely agree with you on the X5's and X3's, But just can't justify owning one. The outrageous prices for parts and trying to find a solid trustworthy mechanic who knows BMW.

[@moonasha]

honestly seems to me like it's totally impractical to own a BMW outside of Europe. In Europe they're probably great. It's probably the same with Ford there, or other American manufacturers, if I had to guess

[@qwimove6933]

@@moonasha Fords are very popular in europe

[@michaelkatz7862]

I bought a used X5 in 2008, drove it for 13 years. Great handling and driving. But a money pit. Then it totally electrically died, one module alone was thousands, with no guaranteed solution. Had to junk it at 177,400 miles. Mixed feelings.

[@lust4bass]

"BMW = Bring My Wallet" They are going to love that one at Bayernische Motor Werke.

[@tsmith3286]

Btw most of the time it’s a sensor that’s bad not the part. Replace the sensor first.

[@brandone.5106]

Replace an AC compressor at 40k miles?! Absurd.

[@johnfitbyfaithnet]

Agreed that's absurd

[@MD-hd1cp]

Thanks Scotty! One of few people who still speaks truth

[@Ethan_Alexandur]

All while just filming with a modest setup. No fancy intros or any of that nonsense. Just pure wisdom

[@mikikum1]

My BMW mechanic is also an extremely honest guy. Not only is he great as a mechanic but also as a person. But even though he is primarily a BMW mehanic, when I asked him which car would he recommend, his answer was Honda with a K-series engine.

[@randallschmidt6225]

Friend of mine had a German luxury car and called the dash a "Christmas tree" because of all the colored lights that were always on... 😂

[@lovewolves1]

I was a tow truck driver in new York City and new Jersey. I can tell you BMW'S are number one for being garbage. It doesn't matter what mileage it has because I towed from brand new to 50 year old BMWs. One time I towed a females bmw in Manhattan 2 times in a week. Why do you think that anyone and there grandma can afford a bmw. In NJ where I lived there are 3 idiots that own BMWs but they broke down so much that they just leave it parked on there drive way sitting acting like it will get them rich in the future or to show people, hey I own a bmw. Personally when I see people driving that garbage I just wonder how many times it was in the shop. I remember one time the bmw dealers around NJ was full of cars to get fixed that I had to tow the car to there house and they had to wait for the dealership to call them to say it was ok for them to tow it in. I can have all the money in the world and still never buy that piece of garbage they call a bmw. They actually have to give me money to drive a bmw because if it breaks down on me I will leave it where it sits.

[@pamspencer5733]

What about a 2014 Volvo S60 t2.5 it comes with 6 yr warranty drivetrain & it has 45k . 16 k dealer wants! It's pristine & I need great acceleration living in dangerous Houston traffic🥺🔫🥷

[@lovewolves1]

@@pamspencer5733 Volvo's are also good cars.

[@chriswoods4232]

The beauty cover mainly serves the purpose of noise dampening and of course looks but mainly to make it quieter!

[@adibafiq6945]

😂yeah...but guess what? it only works for like 000000000000.1%

[@jamesmedina2062]

True. Some are more important than others towards engine noise. As Scotty says if its over 100 degrees out, you can take them off for those hottest months.

[@beexiong2995]

My lexus front brakes were $1400. Any luxury brand of vehicle will cost a lot. The valve covers help insulate noise. Direct injection uses noisy high pressure fuel pumps that make loud clicking noises.

[@garybulwinkle82]

My sister spent $2500 for brakes on her Lincoln Navigator with about 60K miles! I told her she needed new brake pads in front for $60! She wouldn't believe me!!! Oh well, can't fix stupidity!

[@melancholypuppy3595]

​@@garybulwinkle82 oof that's a damn shame tbh can't imagine actually sitting well with paying that much for a brake job

[@jdwithheld8915]

Direct Injection? Yer askin for trouble down the line…

[@asadb1990]

​@melancholypuppy3595 those are the prices from big brand shops.😂 many shops quoted me like 700 to 1000 for brake and rotors for my 2016 nissan rogues. Op got fleeced. I just bought the parts and then got a local mechanic to change them out here in phoenix az. Cost me like 300 all in.

[@OhSoCheesy]

As much as you've complained about the beauty covers over the years, this is the first time I remember you ever saying they aren't good in hot places like Texas where I live. Thanks for the heads up!

[@jamesmedina2062]

marginal difference to heat dissipation but if you want to save money it cannot hurt to keep it off during summer

[@Badge1122]

I would rather have a 72 stock Monte Carlo, runs great for hundreds of miles, the only electronics on them is the radio.

[@paleggett1897]

My e34 and e39 from 90s tool fine 377k on one and 195k on the other Upgrading the e34 this spring e39 this fall I do much of the work, and/or with a neighbor when my arthritis won’t permit holding tools Both L6s and standards

[@MW-bi1pi]

Take a look at any 10 yr old BMW and compare it to a 10 yr old Lexus or Toyota. The BMW plastic is all brittle and discolored, the hoses crap and the paint is too. The seat cloth and leather is worn slick and sometimes torn too. Hell, my Caddy CTS Vsport is 8 yrs old and looks new. The most expensive to fix cars I have owned are Mercedes, Peugeots, Volvos and a '92 Dodge Spirit. My wife has owned 3 Lexus Hybrid SUV's and they were ALL flawless. We looked at another this year and the new ones have a turbo 4, and we will pass on it. Hey Lexus, if your customer comes in to buy their 4th model of your car in a row, and walks out after 10 minutes, you KNOW you did something WRONG.

[@pamspencer5733]

Is turbo 4 expensive junk? I love Volvos S60 ,2014 I was looking to buy tommorow! 45k miles & 16k.. 6 year warranty on drivetrain 🤔Advice please

[@BuckEtheAlien]

When the system that runs the idrive screen goes bad you can pull it out and send it to a specialist shop for about $200 plus shipping. Much cheaper than replacing it for $2k+.

[@write2marko]

That Shop send it back fixed? Right?

[@joey1917]

Hey, Scott, I been watching your channels for almost 10 years. I enjoy your videos since I do lots of DIY. In you opinion what are the best SUV for towing and their years for American, German and Japanese for over 6k towing capacity ?

[@dansanger5340]

My brother has had an X5 for years, and he loves it. His only complaint is that even small problems cost a fortune. He's dreading when the batteries in the TPMS die, because it will supposedly cost thousands.

[@bimmerchildf3016]

No some people just get ripped off sorry to say

[@luke3258]

You don’t have to replace those unless you just want the light off on the dash

[@turkyturky6274]

Nah 50 bucks and 20$ to take tire off an on

[@sweetscience3770]

No more than 150-200 dollars for all 4..

[@LunarLocust]

Has he considered buying a two dollar tire pressure gauge?

[@meltonmakes1692]

I took one apart once. It put itself back together. Blew my mind.

[@beautgrainger147]

Some of the older models aren't too bad for reliability but you've got to be happy to work on them yourself and do preventative maintenance. Something like a late E34 525i is quite doable, rust permitting.

[@daysofgrace2934]

My BMW 120d 163BHP remapped to 200BHP/300lf-ft 2005 has 180K miles on it - new alternator, turbo, radiator, condenser, steering rack, front top-mounts, bump-stops, dampers, springs, shocks, uprated FMIC, 1M front lower control arms, 1M front tension struts, arb drop-links, front and rear arb bushes, prop shaft couplings and centre bush, abs disc and sensor, 4 new Bosh injectors. It’s a nice nippy hatchback and drives like new. My Boxster lovely roadster but now you call that expensive, a cheap service is £700 and an expensive service is £1200 with stuff like plugs, discs, pads, ac service, dual clutch transmission fluid, brake fluid, clutch pack fluid service. All these are priced individually and cost extra on top of the main service…

[@pamspencer5733]

Are you single? 🥸I need a mechanic

[@richmondtx2793]

I bought a new 328xi Coupe in 2007. My wife is still driving it and all that we’ve done to it is normal maintenance and replaced the struts. It’s 16 years old and looks like new. I have no complaints. When it has a major failure, I’ll junk it. It’s only worth about 6 grand now.

[@davidogunleye]

I'd buy a female owned car any day..they don't abuse cars like men do😂.. Especially if they just drive to work 2miles from home and back.

[@shivamx008]

You don't know how many people would line up for that 😂

[@jamesmedina2062]

No brakes? anything else? Its automatic? If manual it would be worth up to 10-12k.

[@HotRod-wv4vm]

love the 650 convertible

[@Areku06]

Great video, I actually diy, that’s a reason I buy a bmw. Parts are expensive if you buy from dealer but I buy from fcpeuro same oem parts for at least half the price.

[@Areku06]

If you buy bmw only get inline six, avoid v8s.

[@grandmaES-RBLX]

Amazing content scotty! Love your videos keep up the amazing work!

[@Washing.bythe.Word.Projects]

We used to have a former BMW technician who opened his own mechanic buisness in orange city Florida. His name was Les, one of the most experienced and honest mechanics I’ve ever met.

[@flattire707]

Had one BMW. Repairs were insane. No more BMW for me.

[@metalmedic7211]

Scotty thank you for your amazing channel and helping people like me with thier cars

[@swacfan2791]

I love the 1980s 7 Series BMWs

[@dontuno]

It's curious how here in the UK BMW's seem to be revered and I believe more M cars are sold here than anywhere else. Whereas my German sister-in-law says even her countrymen despair of BMW's! I suspect, in reality, BMW's advertising is better than the product itself.

[@peteyesco]

Could have sworn this was uploaded already. Was the original video taken down?

[@MarkSmith-js2pu]

Scotty intop form on this one!

[@arnietwo11]

Ive had two X5s over the years, both were the E53, never caused me any issues. Did services myself, changed the transmission fluid, diff oil etc, ran perfect, quality motor.

[@Itsjustdk_]

Love your content dude. It’s such good info.

[@scottykilmer]

Thank you!

[@kenawalton8311]

Yes it is I love Mr. Scotty ❤

[@gummybears-n-crime1317]

Hi Scotty - 50 year young woman here. I have watched you for a few years under this handle and another. I always say “let me see what Scotty says” Before I jump Into car Topics You and my true crime channels are my fave. Thank you for your honesty and humor. I love The cat with shocked face. That’s what hooked me years ago I have to be honest lol

[@bill4632]

Lmao... don't listen to this crackhead. 🙄🙄

[@ridiculous_gaming]

After briefly owning a turbo years ago, I purposely avoid them today. Another expensive feature to replace.

[@7443jan]

On my 2007 Z4 Coupe 3.0 si (new 67000 euro) I had a ABS pump failure after 80.000 km. Replacement and repair at the BMW dealer was 2000 Euro. It was a very tiny problem, the small carbon contact in the electro motor got stuck in its tiny housing. Normally i would have changed the motor on the pump for 100 euro but in this case the electro motor was not bolted on the ABS pump and couldn't be replaced. Not very smart engineering. Now I still have a sticky steering problem (only on warm days), but that should be a quick fix according to KZbin. These were my problems in 120.000 km. I still have the car. I do the maintenance oil, filters and brakes myself. So these costs are minimal.

[@rumporridge1]

That car is a keeper. 3.0si engine is gem.

[@automachinehead]

you live in Europe so good on ya. here in the US, however, owning a used German car will get ourselves homeless with the premium costing these fcking dealerships are raking off of us.

[@7443jan]

@@automachinehead I prefer to go to the dealer (live in The Netherlands) for the best service and the best second hand cars. Never had a bad experience. There are no mark ups here. Every new car is sold for MSRP, usually with a little discount or some accessories.

[@albertcamus5970]

My dad had his BMW for 10+ years with over 200k miles. Works fine. This only Toyota Honda shtick is old. Even Consumer Reports praised BMW..

[@hlwanmoe1981]

We gotta protect Scotty at all cost. He’s national treasure.

[@markremy4946]

My advise to all prospective vehicle buyers-If you have lots of money to blow on purchasing, fixing and maintaining, then PLEASE buy ANY German product!

[@ThomasKing19933]

No one has the balls to say bad things about EVs either, but i do!

[@phatgringo2.0]

What are your talking about, all car guys do is rip on EVs. It's doesn't mean you have balls, it means you are a follower.

[@zevihome4809]

@@phatgringo2.0 actually being a follower in this situation is good

[@greggc8088]

@@phatgringo2.0 I'm a car guy and work on vehicles with ICE and ones that are EV's, HEV's and PHEV's and can find things I like about them all. But, and you knew there would be a but, anyone that fools themselves into thinking EV's, HEV's, and/or PHEV's are good values and save money is a follower that has failed to factor in the cost of and lifespan of the high voltage electrical parts and their resell value. I hope that changes one day but have my doubts as the most likely happening will be a unbelievably high increase in the cost to operate ICE vehicles due to an out of control government's agenda.

[@kamakaziozzie3038]

It’s hilarious. In 2023 being a Conservative is the equivalent of being Punk in the 1980s

[@greggc8088]

@@kamakaziozzie3038 I'm not sure that I understand the connection in politics and whether or not EV's are a viable possibility for transportation. I do think it's a shame that demented Joe, like many other things he uses to divide, has singled out EV's to further his manipulation of power.

[@tm5346]

He doesn’t surprise me can’t help not watching Scotty!He is super knowledgeable ! I still like him & hates every single car that I like! Or own 👍

[@arielgiovannini9561]

Funny, he complained about beauty covers in clients' cars, but he still has his on his Matrix 😂😂😂

[@StanTheObserver-lo8rx]

I bet his Lexus too.

[@arielgiovannini9561]

@@StanTheObserver-lo8rx you bet !!

[@ChristianHernandez-bf5mg]

That’s cause Scott’s valve covers are made of aluminum unlike bmw which is plastic on top of plastic to much plastic hot and cold hot and cold cracks and breaks.

[@arielgiovannini9561]

@@ChristianHernandez-bf5mg his Matrix is plastic and still on

[@mikewendeln5218]

We had a 430 I. Fantastic to drive. No spare and Scotty scared us so we traded it off on a new highlander. It was fun though..

[@Marvelous0071]

I own 2 Bimmers and they do drive very well, what I suggest for any German car is that you don't buy them but rather lease them. German cars are made at 9/10ths to their limits, there is little room for error, thus why repairs are horrible. If BMW scalled back with some its tech and use of plastic hoses and focused on what makes a car a car and not a computer that so happens to be a car then maybe it would be worth buying. I respect BMW for giving people the best all around experience that money can by, they really are into extreme engineering, but its just short lived. You really need to be on top of your car. My BMW is monitored and inspected by a dealership. It is very convenient in helping me service my vehicle, and being a guaranteed customer has given my discounts on service and repairs that and being a navy veteran 😅. BMW is a truly a love-hate relationship. You gotta know what your getting yourself into. I dont care what year or model BMW you own, a BMW is a BMW!!!

[@lucky889s9]

That's what scotty been saying. Lease those euros, never buy them. Unless you're living in europe, preferably closer to germany

[@komradkolonel]

A friend of mine (meaning he wasn't a made guy yet) once had a 1985 BMW 325. It wasn't terribly powerful or fast but that engine was all metal and could take a beating, which he dished out. Despite how he drove it that thing hardly ever had anything go wrong with it. And it was also easy to work on yourself. Now the engines internally seem to be fairly solid but all that plastic stuff breaks and isn't exactly cheap to replace either.

[@brentsutherland6385]

I know it's some sort of safety thing, but the dusty brakes on German cars seems like kind of like a PITA to me.

[@JohnDoe-du6em]

I work at a tire shop I can't stand run-flat tires I feel like they're called run-flat tires not because they can drive on a flat tire but because they end up with run-flat damage on the sidewall

[@robb15033]

Great job!!

[@franckjoseph4806]

My father owned this 2006 BMW 650 model back in 2008 but it ran fine like 5 years ago however the nightmare came out and the car got a lot of mechanical issues and spent a lot of money. A really money pit. He got rid of it and started to depreciate back in time. But that car was really powerful and the exhaust sound was hard.

[@fromthebackofmymind]

Check me on this. Rotating Dual overhead cams on an Inline Six, being less complex than Dual overhead cams on a V6. I was really happy with my 4.7 Magnum SOHC V8. The farewell of AMC design team prior to Daimler aquiring Chrysler. Clean oil was the key for longevity.

[@cormaro1376]

Really talking about dodge products... those things weren't meant for much lol

[@redrover9988]

Scotty, you mentioned the cooling fans on that Toyota continue to run after the engine is shut off to dissipate heat. Does this system also circulate the coolant during the engine off, fan on, cooling?

[@turkyturky6274]

I drove bmws for twenty years. I dont daily drive them and they are toys. I don't drive them hard, and surprisingly i havent had any major issues. All the issues usually pop up after i buy the car, fix them and theyre good for 30k miles at least. Great cars overall. But be careful buying a high mileage used one.

[@charleshill9236]

Sounds like good advice about those plastic engine covers holding heat. Thinking about taking mine off during the summer.

[@tm5346]

Lol I thought the same thing

[@garybulwinkle82]

Just take your hood off! Keeps it even cooler!!!

[@Hslk-Locksmith]

Wait until you lose the key for one of those. It's payback for the war.

[@andrewharris9302]

I worked at bmw in Greenville. I loved working there. The traffic getting to work was really bad tho .

[@selfmade0225]

I have a 2012 x5 I have never have any problem 120k miles

[@ladylyonteeth3952]

I had an Audi for the last twenty years. Sure, it needed repairs every now and again. I never loved a car more, and it was cheaper to maintain at the little shop around the corner, than buying new. Everything else out there, is like one of those chocolate Easter bunnies that looks good on the outside, but is hollow on the inside. 😮

[@gregburrows4192]

Some are worse than others, but some parts are ridiculous (thousands for a headlight) and dealer repairs are a small fortune. I bought a 2005 X3 3liter with 187k plus as parts are a lot cheaper. 2006 X3 water pump (electric) is minimum of $600, the 2005 mechanical is $34. Car runs great, no codes, does need a few bushings that will be "fun" but I can do most of my own work on cars. $5850 out the door with tax. Could use a vanos rebuild, but a lot of the typical issues had already been done. It was a lot less than similar other make vehicles, drove better, and I can buy a lot of parts for the $5000 I saved over the others. But if you can't do your own work, don't buy one!

[@WayToManyAssassins]

Ive owned a 320i for a while, no major issues aside from typical maintenance, no drivetrain work. It does need some new gaskets around the oil cooler and housing but thats about it

[@22lbsboost]

To be fair the headlight on my Buick was 2k

[@ncwolverine]

I think everyone agrees with you, Scotty

[@phatgringo2.0]

Nicht jeder stimmt Scotty zu.

[@zwang9616]

I have a bmw x5 2014 L6 model. After so many years it works good. Nothing breaks down ever except regular maintenance. Driving gently and doing the fluid change ( I mean all the fluid) regularly can drive away at least half of the craps away.

[@22lbsboost]

Drive gently? Really? "The ultimate driving machine" 😭🤣🤣

[@kazilziya830]

I don't know how we ever survived without some of the nonsense they put into newer cars that is just pure vanity with an expensive price tag. I guess that's why at my age (old) I'll stick with my 98 F-150 4X4 and 89 mustang. Fun to drive and easy to fix. Always appreciate your input sir.

[@michaelthomas9243]

the difference in driving fun between BMW and Toyota is immense.

[@paulsi1234]

Haha, and the difference in running cost is also immense 😂.

[@GuerreroDelInfo]

Absolutely! My a80 supra is WAY more fun than my i3

[@jamesmedina2062]

They are comfortable too and will often have perfect stereos. I suppose if they sell so well despite the expensive maintenance it must be for a reason

[@WayToManyAssassins]

​@paulsi1234 so?

[@paulsi1234]

@@WayToManyAssassins so, if you want to spend the money on running a BMW, go ahead 🙂

[@kayoss662]

20 mpg, not bad. Having to use premium fuel, not that economical.

[@OnkyoGrady]

At a certain point you just pay more for higher capabilities. Thats not excusing bmw engine issues, but it does explain the plastic etc... There is no excuse for their terrible decision regarding run flat tires, those are a flat out inferior product. These premium suvs have every possible electrical feature, are routinely 400-ish lb/ft, have sophisticated dampers, can tow more than the f150 i grew up with, have completely damped nvh in every panel, and the expensive list goes on and on. At some point the bleed has to stop right? Either plastics show up somewhere or it's just rolls pricing.

[@fan_cool_007]

Was interested in a 2023 Z4 and now saw this video. Wondering any Z4 owners out there? I've always been a Toyota person, but I really wanted to get the convertible over the Supra. Any thoughts will be appreciated.

[@MsbowElite]

It will last at least 6 years whitout problems. Small engines usually doesn't have problems because doesn't overheating plastic. Check the temperature of the car if it have a big engine, btw Worth doing radiator upgrade to make the car run at 90c always. And be happy.

[@aeronYTco]

Would you recommend the Toyota Supra?

[@bleh151]

I love your pictures you put up while you are explaining everything. Cracks me up every time!

[@anaphylastiks]

Some Lexus cars were like 50 new, and can pick them up for 3-5k. That's bad resale value, but good for the second hand buyer.

[@wholeNwon]

You might be able to buy one like mine for $5K, if you're lucky, because it's only 25 yo. But I would NEVER sell it for anything close to that. It's as close to perfection as a car can be. I say that after having had new MB's supplied by my company for 20 yrs.

[@cormaro1376]

Yea after many years and 10 plus years old , idk how that's terrible when they still sell for a good penny

[@jamesmedina2062]

you are probably looking at trade-in values.

[@cspruitt3190]

My mechanic, Melvin, is totally honest! Exaggeration isn't nice.

[@christophernaresh5020]

Scotty I see you answer questions in your video. Bless your soul for doing so. I’ve got a 2006 tsx 225k km . I overhauled the whole front end suspension, tie rods upper lower control arms, both driveshalfts ,coilovers, starter,alternator, belts and all the pulleys. The motor was replaced with a used one from dealer at the same time clutch was serviced so. There’s 100k km on the engine. My question is With the recession coming should I keep it or sell it. Pros. Probably will get the most for it now ? Before recession. Cons. I really want a s2000 Cons. Although I’m school now. In July I’ll return to work. This is my daily driver. Cons. Anything I get if I sell this, I’ll have to put money into it. Buying brand new is not an option.

[@Roundwave23]

Do you seriously want to DD an S2000? Sure it can handle the milage, and you'll get high smilage, but the miles are gonna significantly impact the resale when it's time to move on.

[@mikenormandy9250]

Wait to get an s2000 when you’re older, sounds like you’re young - I’m 37 and have wanted an S2k my whole life. It’s my dream car but I am practical and drove Civics and now a Tacoma bc I know it’s not a daily driver - keep your current vehicle - take care of it. Get yourself in great financial standing when you have an extra $20,000 to spend and then find your S2k. I’m still holding out for mine.

[@Winterstick549]

I'd sell it before anything goes bad. Buy a Toyota/Lexus, or Honda/Acura.

[@christophernaresh5020]

@@Winterstick549 tsx is Acura

[@Winterstick549]

@@christophernaresh5020 Oops 😬

[@xinitialc]

As a BMW tech, Scotty is right… on maintenance. besides that any car can become considered "unreliable" with someone who does not do the basics of "reading basic maintenance" for your vehicle. BMW's have so many electronic components that tell you basically anything and everything about the vehicle. Ive maintained my 2016 M2 with 97k miles since 20k miles and its still running great with what i have put into the vehicle. Scotty in all reality, is stuck in his "my day" mindset. I'm happy with my "unreliable" BMW and don't need someone thats still giving opinions based on worst case scenarios.

[@Boostiverse]

I’ve driven an E46 M3 for three years so far without the engine light ever coming on

[@nickb3968]

"BMW- comes standard with check engine light"- honest BMW used car salesman

[@Dazlidorne]

Hey Scotty. The Car Ninja on KZbin is a great BMW mechanic that is honest and doesn't take advantage of his customers. You should check him out.

[@certificateofvaccinationi.d.19]

I'll be sticking to my '71 Toyota Crown with a 1JZ ge...and i'll be more eco by using a 52 year old car than all them folks(combined!) who get a new car every 2-3 years...

[@HR-wd6cw]

I never understood why car mfrs started putting the plastic covers over the engines. On top of that, some hoods have a foam under the hood that supposed to also help dampen noise (now the fabric probably isn't going to cause any issues as air can circulate between the fabric liner/hood and the top of the engine so that part might be OK, but the plastic/rubber covers are pointless IMO. If you spil a little oil, you clean it up). The only thing I can think of is some cars have wires that run across the top of the engine, and possibly the cover covers those up and protects them, but beyond that there isn't really a need for them, other than to keep the engine clean, which IMO nobody really cares. I'd rather have a cooler running engine (or one that at least doesn't have extra stuff that could make it run hotter on warm days) than a super squeaky clean engine. Nobody really ever looks at the engine compartment anyway, except for maybe if you're selling the vehicle. The parts debacle is also another reason why there are benefits to buying a run-of-the-mill car like a Camry, Corolla, Civic or Accord. There are generally a lot of aftermarket parts you can use and they don't always need specific parts (I know some who have Porsches and you have to use OEM parts for certain things on those and it can be expensive). The same is true for your Honda or Toyota but there are more options for some of the lesser important parts like suspension parts or basic engine components like starters or alternators. But I think the high prices for parts for luxury cars is typical across the board. Look at others like Porsche and even Mercedes. There's a reason why you can find a 4-5 year old one with 50k miles for about 40%-50% of its new price. Your typical 5 year old Toyota or Honda with 50k on it will cost about 60%-70% of new so while they are cheaper cars, I think those (Honda and Toyotas) hold their value better on a percentage-of-new-price basis, not just dollars.

[@TeeZB58]

You can keep a BMW running like new with following a handful of the KZbin creators! Now with the B58 that’s more reliable than many many new toyotas!

[@Budz-n-Hazard]

Scotty I’m looking at a older Celica 94ish is there anything I should look out for , I found a few already , 1 only has 112000 miles on it , just not sure what to look for , thank you

[@Budz-n-Hazard]

And is the old MR2’s worth looking at

[@cormaro1376]

If you don't know what you're looking for then why get it 😂

[@Rosso488]

The fact you can go 150+ is a luxury. You’re not going to be able to go anywhere on public roads fast.

[@idletime]

Ha ha, I remember when run-flat tires came out 😋 . I was one of the techs at a Goodyear service center at the time & everybody in the shop had to get certified in order to change run-flat tires. At the time if someone ran over a nail or something and got a flat and brought it in to be fixed our fee at the time was something like $14. Now if someone ran over a screw or something and got a flat with Goodyear run-flats and brought it in to get fixed our standard fee for them was $68. Here's the kicker. The only difference between fixing a standard flat and fixing a flat on a run-flat tire was we had to snap a little piece of plastic on the bead chaser of the tire machine so it didn't scratch one of the expensive rims that the run-flat tires go on. Other than that the procedure for fixing the same type of flat on either type of tire was exactly the same 🤣🤣🤣🤣 ...

[@scuthan]

thx for sharing. i was told that the run-flat is unfixable and it has to be replaced whenever it hits a nail

[@idletime]

@@scuthan Ha ha 😋 . I don't think anyone uses them any more because they were 💩 & rode like it too since they had really stiff sidewalls. If someone ran over & nail or screw in the tread somewhere, in most instances it was repairable, we just put a good patch on the inside of the tire, however it depended on how much damage was done by the time they got it to the shop to get it fixed as to whether or not it was repairable or just needed replaced altogether.

[@icosthop9998]

​@@idletime TY Does NASCAR still run those tires ?

[@idletime]

@@icosthop9998 idk, I quit following NASCAR but I highly doubt it

[@littlebrookreader949]

😂😂😂. LOVE IT!!! LOVE YOUR CHANNEL!!!

[@georgewaynewilcoxjr2102]

Scotty must have learned to edit in the AB roll days!

[@MarkSmith-js2pu]

Do American cars have a kerbleschnizel?

[@tjonesauto]

I once heard a Jamaican say BMW means "better me walk"

[@dimytriphilogene9842]

I want scotty to do a review on a mirage bring new 😂

[@enriqueavalos]

please do a Mercedes Benz version of this video 😂

[@icosthop9998]

As you know someone got to bring one in first.

[@codylucier4688]

Mercedes arent as shitty as bmw. BMW are so trash .

[@100cele]

Great video! BTW, isn't ZF a German company?

[@joewatts2940]

Thing sounds great

[@greggc8088]

I heard a back story that Scotty has Toyota emblems branded on his balls.

[@BitoB58]

I drive my supra exclusively in sport mode. Mostly cuz of the sound lol

[@blueskies6475]

Scotty, as a woman who is having trouble finding a reputable mechanic to work on my car, how should I go about it?? I had no idea parts have been taken off my car while it's in the shop!!

[@timothyricherson6595]

Never leave your vehicle unless you're familiar with them

[@cormaro1376]

So how do you want them to fix the problem Karen ??? Obliviously you went to the mechanic shop to get a problem diagnosed and fix, are they just suppose to look at it and guess now ???

[@blueskies6475]

@@timothyricherson6595 I think you misunderstood. I went to a so-called reputable mechanic. My car was there 5 days. They stole parts off my car and replaced with older damaged parts which I noticed. Now, I'm in a lawsuit and my credit is crap cause I'm refusing to pay credit card company!

[@timothyricherson6595]

@@blueskies6475 sorry 😞 to hear that damn that's crazy hope you win 🙏 your case

[@melancholypuppy3595]

​@@blueskies6475 at least you can win a lawsuit