01-17-2020, 01:20 PM | #1 |
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Buying an out-of-warranty F10
Sorry if this is a really dumb question, but...
Is it dumb to buy an older F10 that doesn't have any warranty? This car would be kept for the long haul and be my DD. If you have any thoughts, I'd appreciate it if you shared it! Thanks! |
01-17-2020, 01:30 PM | #2 | |
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I have replaced my con rod bearings just for peace of mind. So far I've had no big issues. The only things I've had to do is replace the turbo coolant hoses due to a leak but these are a common problem and very cheaply fixed. I must point out though that if you happen to have an issue with something like engine or transmission it's going to cost you mega money. The suspension parts are expensive too. Front arms are 400 each, I have a knocking on mine but haven't replaced the arm yet. They are not the same as 5 series so you cannot just replace with cheaper ones. The f10 is a great car but costs quite a bit to run especially if daily driving it. I am not trying to put you off though, I absolutely love mine. |
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01-19-2020, 06:08 AM | #3 |
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Thank you for your reply!
It definitely looks like you know your way around a car whereas I do not. Like at all. I don't suppose I could change the oil without lifting the car up? Since I am looking at purchasing used, do you think I would need to replace the rod bearings? I guess all of the fluids should be replaced as well. Anything else? Definitely sounds like a good chunk of change will need to be invested after purchase. |
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01-19-2020, 08:37 AM | #4 |
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Oil changes are very easy on this car, you dont even have to remove any covers. You could get away with driving the car up steel ramps and doing it that way.
The rod bearings appear to becoming more of an issue as the platform ages. Mine were actually ok when I removed them. Just make sure you get a car that has been service regularly, the running in service is a must. I think the service interval on the I drive is nearly 20k miles and 2 years which is stupid. Some people just went by the cars reminder so ideally you want a car that has been serviced more than its intervals. I changed my transmission oil and filters also. The rear diff oil should be changed every 2nd oil change but the fluid for this is very cheap. The rod bearing replacement would be quite expensive but if you plan on keeping the car for a long time without warranty then might be an idea to have them replaced even if it's just for peace of mind. |
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I read somewhere that an oil analysis can not always show an issue as sometimes the materials are different to what they look for. not sure though. |
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01-25-2020, 03:59 PM | #7 |
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Like @Dwaynos said, I had to take care of the coolant hoses as well. Super easy to replace, its up top on the engine. I did get cute and bought what I thought were better hoses and clamps elsewhere.. turned into an issue. Just get the factory hoses and factory blankets.
Otherwise.. I've had zero issues on my 2013 and its at about 60K miles now w/ BPM tune. Find the right car and dig into its service history. That will give you ease of mind. Good luck!
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01-27-2020, 02:47 PM | #9 |
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I'd say so yes. The best thing you can do with these cars it's to over service them. As long as its services haven't been stretched out to their limit then you stand a decent chance of getting a good one.
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01-27-2020, 06:32 PM | #10 |
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Find where it was serviced and just call the dealership. Be nice on the phone and they usually will tell you what you need to know..
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I used to own a S65 and it was as simple as looking for copper. But I also read that late in the model year, BMW changed the metal content of the bearings and you can no longer detect copper. This is the S65 mind you. But I haven't read anything on S63 analysis. Ditto on coolant hoses, same thing happened to me. |
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