2007 328i opinions and help.

bstylz01 · 05-25-2015, 03:37 PM

So I bought a 07 328i with about 141k miles.

Any tips or suggestions to maintain the car to keep running forever or atleast for some years?

And also would u guys recommend a Autocare plan? Or just get my things done at a private shop?
I got 10 oil changes and inspections for 5 years for 750$

And I got easycare for 2566$ for 2 years which covers
Engine all internal lubricated parts.
Transmission/transfer case
Drive axle
Seals and gaskets
Taxes and fluids

Eddien123 · 05-25-2015, 07:29 PM

I mean overall the N52 is a great motor. Seen many with more mileage than you and still running strong. I only have 88k so I can't give my input on the 100k+ aspect of it.

Mike. · 05-25-2015, 07:31 PM

definitely the water pump and thermostat if it has not been changed already

also, there are some good shops in NJ that can do the work for you

buzzard · 05-25-2015, 11:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Mike.

also, there are some good shops in NJ that can do the work for you

He lives in Las Vegas. NJ isn't very convenient.

buzzard · 05-25-2015, 11:05 PM

You are brave buying a car with 141k miles.

hassmaschine · 05-25-2015, 11:52 PM

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Originally Posted by buzzard

You are brave buying a car with 141k miles.

lol

Douche · 05-26-2015, 12:03 AM

Congratulations on the purchase.

Did you already purchase the maintenance plans you referred?

ctuna · 05-26-2015, 12:21 AM

do that actually change fluids on that plan.

ctuna · 05-26-2015, 12:25 AM

do they actually change fluids on that plan.
(at reasonable intervals)
Makes no sense to me that anyone would insure
a car with that many miles.
BMW does not do what would be considered classical
maintenance under there free plan.
That makes high mileage BMW's a big gamble.

The Mike Miller old school maintenance schedule is the best
thing for long term but you have to do it from New to realize
the long term benefits.

ombilaogha · 05-26-2015, 12:40 AM

Congratulations on the purchase.

bstylz01 · 05-26-2015, 03:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Douche

Congratulations on the purchase.

Did you already purchase the maintenance plans you referred?

Yes I have but I am planning on going back and cancelling them.

bstylz01 · 05-26-2015, 03:43 AM

So going over the carfox it says that the trains was changed 100k and the thermostat was changed too.

Mike. · 05-26-2015, 05:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by buzzard

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike.

also, there are some good shops in NJ that can do the work for you

He lives in Las Vegas. NJ isn't very convenient.

Ha! Idk where I got nj from

Douche · 05-26-2015, 07:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bstylz01

Quote:

Originally Posted by Douche

Congratulations on the purchase.

Did you already purchase the maintenance plans you referred?

Yes I have but I am planning on going back and cancelling them.

If you can cancel them...

Because you won't benefit from them. You won't do 10 oil changes in this car, and if you did, you could do it yourself cheaper.

The other one covers what is very unlikely to go wrong, and costs a lot!

Taskmaster · 05-26-2015, 11:41 AM

Does it cover sensors? Valvetronic, Vanos, crankshaft sensor?

knux11 · 05-26-2015, 09:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike.

definitely the water pump and thermostat if it has not been changed already

also, there are some good shops in NJ that can do the work for you

why? is that an issue on non-turbos too?

Mike. · 05-26-2015, 09:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by knux11

why? is that an issue on non-turbos too?

I'd say its an issue with the N52, idk about turbos

Douche · 05-26-2015, 09:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by knux11

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike.

definitely the water pump and thermostat if it has not been changed already

also, there are some good shops in NJ that can do the work for you

why? is that an issue on non-turbos too?

Yes man

knux11 · 05-26-2015, 09:33 PM

well damn. i thought i was safe. up till now i'd only seen the turbo guys talking about it.

AllBlackBimmer · 05-26-2015, 09:45 PM

Search...

But...

Water pump and thermo
Spark plugs
Every gasket - valve cover, oil filter, oil pan, etc...
Every fluid - coolant, rear diff, steering, brake, transmission
Suspension refresh

And if the car was well maintained up to 140k... You should EASILY see 200k on that car...

hassmaschine · 05-27-2015, 12:38 AM

water pumps wear out on all cars. the real issue is there's no real warning so you don't know if it's dying or if it will last another 50,000 miles.

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ctuna Lieutenant General 1911 Rep 13,103 Posts Drives: 325xi 06 wagon MT Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Santa Cruz, Ca iTrader: (0)	Do they actually change fluids on that plan. do they actually change fluids on that plan. (at reasonable intervals) Makes no sense to me that anyone would insure a car with that many miles. BMW does not do what would be considered classical maintenance under there free plan. That makes high mileage BMW's a big gamble. The Mike Miller old school maintenance schedule is the best thing for long term but you have to do it from New to realize the long term benefits.
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hassmaschine Major General 3966 Rep 7,215 Posts Drives: "NBO" 330i Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: earth iTrader: (0)	water pumps wear out on all cars. the real issue is there's no real warning so you don't know if it's dying or if it will last another 50,000 miles.
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