modding a high mileage 335i? - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

E93Blackhawk · 11-23-2012, 10:07 AM

getting myself a 335i 70k miles on the clock, in immaculate conidtion throughout, full warrenty, just been totally serviced.

plugs, oil change, oil filter, air filter, fuel filter, etc etc the whole works.

Im thinking of sticking on JB4, bms meth, DCI, DP's and FMIC, so general FBO and meth.

Just wondering if you think its all safe to start modding at this mileage?

Or would it be better to save up, get a lower mileage 335 in time and start on that?

I know that HPFP's and coils etc are all on going issues for some of us, and its a bit hit and miss really weather some go wrong and some dont.

Oppinions guys?

thecadman99 · 11-23-2012, 10:24 AM

I wouldn't think that 70k would'NT affect the reliability of your mods.
I would actually prefer a 335 with a good history that has the known problems taken care of, vs one that is low miles worth a bunch of issues that need addressed.

Efthreeoh · 11-23-2012, 02:59 PM

That ain't high mileage...

skatenc123 · 11-23-2012, 03:28 PM

I have 60,000 on mine FBO w/Cobb. Been tuned scince 40k/one year. No problems besides spark plugs.

cmyk · 11-23-2012, 04:35 PM

It's kind of sad that 70k miles is thought of as "high mileage." Unless the car is a 2009+, 70k is within the vicinity of average. But to answer your question, modding any car regardless of mileage can accelerate failure of any wear items, or bring weak points to the surface. As long as the car is properly maintained, you shouldn't have anything to worry about.

335dM · 11-23-2012, 04:47 PM

Mine is a late 2011 production 335d
With 100 000k KM on it

Still no problem or carbon build up!
JBD since almost the beginning and first owner

Pierce330 · 11-23-2012, 06:33 PM

We're your injectors changed? Original turbos?

E93Blackhawk · 11-23-2012, 09:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Pierce330

We're your injectors changed? Original turbos?

I can't comment on that at the money I haven't actually picked up my baby yet unfortunatly, few weeks now.

Ill find out but I think they are original turbos as it was the directors car of the dealer and I know the miles done where motorway and town miles so no high rpm levels to shatter my turbos!

rdeterman · 11-23-2012, 09:47 PM

mod it.. no question about it

E93Blackhawk · 11-24-2012, 12:41 AM

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Originally Posted by rdeterman

mod it.. no question about it

AWil335i · 11-24-2012, 12:47 AM

I started late... no issues related to the tune yet!

Hybrid For Life · 11-24-2012, 03:50 AM

thats low mileage if you ask me.

Sometimes I wish I wasnt in the 100k+ club...

Deemo · 11-24-2012, 10:07 AM

I bought my 335i with 69k, bought a jb4 two weeks after. Now, I'm at 77k with no problems. Also did dci and fmic shortly after putting on the jb4. Downpipes will be coming in a few weeks.

Karbon · 11-24-2012, 11:18 AM

70k in my opinion isn't high mileage.

I've seen tons of 335i's over 100k that are modded like crazy.

E93Blackhawk · 11-24-2012, 12:24 PM

seems like the consensus is that its good to go!

Im not sure if its the same for you US guys but for some reason, M sport models are a lot more expensive in the UK.

You can get a SE for the same price but with 45k on the clock as a pose to 70k.

But then again, i hate the SE body, i would put a M sport body on it

I worked it all out

steering wheel
lowering springs
m sport suspension
body kit
headliner
shorter shifter for MT guys
19 inch alloys

Basically works out more expensive once youve paid for the fitment, spray etc

Hisam135i · 11-24-2012, 01:30 PM

Lol I just threw on my jb4 yesterday I'm at 80600 miles lol

Pierce330 · 11-26-2012, 04:09 PM

70 000 miles isn't that bad! However, if you are uncomfortable with the mileage, buy a lower mileage car or don't get too crazy in terms of mods...lol...stick with the basics: wheels, suspension, exhaust, etc...IMO

trimtab81 · 11-26-2012, 08:16 PM

JB4 that thing...best money I've ever spent on a mod, hands down!

Das_Stig · 11-26-2012, 08:33 PM

do eet! gl

E93Blackhawk · 11-26-2012, 08:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by trimtab81

JB4 that thing...best money I've ever spent on a mod, hands down!

deffinatly

jb4
eisenmann race
ar design catless dp's
ETS fmic
bms DCI
bms meth

i dont really track my car so no need for LSD really, or BBK's,

wrooom wvroooom.

11-23-2012, 10:07 AM	#1
E93Blackhawk First Lieutenant Drives: 2008 335i M sport Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: London Posts: 327 iTrader: (0)	modding a high mileage 335i? getting myself a 335i 70k miles on the clock, in immaculate conidtion throughout, full warrenty, just been totally serviced. plugs, oil change, oil filter, air filter, fuel filter, etc etc the whole works. Im thinking of sticking on JB4, bms meth, DCI, DP's and FMIC, so general FBO and meth. Just wondering if you think its all safe to start modding at this mileage? Or would it be better to save up, get a lower mileage 335 in time and start on that? I know that HPFP's and coils etc are all on going issues for some of us, and its a bit hit and miss really weather some go wrong and some dont. Oppinions guys?
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11-23-2012, 10:24 AM	#2
thecadman99 Second Lieutenant Drives: e90 330i 6mt spt bk/bk Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Virginia Posts: 278 iTrader: (0)	I wouldn't think that 70k would'NT affect the reliability of your mods. I would actually prefer a 335 with a good history that has the known problems taken care of, vs one that is low miles worth a bunch of issues that need addressed. __________________ 06 330i 6mt Spt- Eibach Springs, BMW Perf Susp, Supersprint Exhaust, BSW Audio (all 13 OEM logic 7 speakers available!) 94 325i 5mt 4d- M3 springs/susp, Z3 wheels, Chipped, Intake, Exhaust= FUN! Last edited by thecadman99; 11-23-2012 at 04:07 PM. Reason: I meant wouldn't.... dang swipe

11-23-2012, 04:35 PM	#5
cmyk resident girl. Drives: 2008 335i Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Dallas, Texas Posts: 1,004 iTrader: (1) Garage List 2008 BMW 335i [4.38]	It's kind of sad that 70k miles is thought of as "high mileage." Unless the car is a 2009+, 70k is within the vicinity of average. But to answer your question, modding any car regardless of mileage can accelerate failure of any wear items, or bring weak points to the surface. As long as the car is properly maintained, you shouldn't have anything to worry about. __________________ 2008 E90 335i // Black Everything // photos COBB tuned / QTP e-cutouts / Helix FMIC / cp-e DCI / AWE BOVs / Black M6 wheels + Toyo Proxes (and yes, I am a girl)

11-23-2012, 06:33 PM	#7
Pierce330 Enlisted Member Drives: E90 325i Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Toronto Posts: 40 iTrader: (0)	We're your injectors changed? Original turbos? __________________ E46 330i (Sold) E90 328i (Sold) E90 325i (Current)

11-23-2012, 09:47 PM	#9
rdeterman Second Lieutenant Drives: 2008 335i Coupe 6mt Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Iowa Posts: 254 iTrader: (1)	mod it.. no question about it __________________ JB4 G5 ISO W/BMS FLASH, DCI, VSRF DP, VRSF 7" Intercooler, Walbro LPFP

11-23-2012, 02:59 PM	#3
Efthreeoh Captain Drives: E90 Join Date: May 2012 Location: MARLAND Posts: 877 iTrader: (0)	That ain't high mileage...

11-23-2012, 03:28 PM	#4
skatenc123 Lieutenant Drives: 2007 335i coupe Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: NC Posts: 532 iTrader: (1)	I have 60,000 on mine FBO w/Cobb. Been tuned scince 40k/one year. No problems besides spark plugs.

11-23-2012, 04:47 PM	#6
335dM Captain Drives: 335d m package Join Date: May 2011 Location: montreal Posts: 603 iTrader: (0)	Mine is a late 2011 production 335d With 100 000k KM on it Still no problem or carbon build up! JBD since almost the beginning and first owner

11-24-2012, 12:47 AM	#11
AWil335i Private First Class Drives: 2007 E92 335i Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 143 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 BMW E92 335i [0.00]	I started late... no issues related to the tune yet! __________________ 07 E92 335I \| JB4 G5 ISO \| BMS Flash \| DCI \| BMS DPs \| Helix FMIC \| Alpina TCU Flash \| Walbro GLS392 \|

11-24-2012, 03:50 AM	#12
Hybrid For Life Low Ballin and Street Crawlin Drives: Slow & Low Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Santa Barbara, CA Posts: 1,653 iTrader: (2)	thats low mileage if you ask me. Sometimes I wish I wasnt in the 100k+ club... __________________ 2006 325i 6MT\|KW V2\|BBS Style 5's\|Black Kidneys\|Alpine Type R\|Alcantara Wrapped Sport Wheel\|Mtec V3 AE

11-24-2012, 10:07 AM	#13
Deemo Second Lieutenant Drives: 07 E90 335i Join Date: May 2012 Location: Plano, Texas Posts: 228 iTrader: (1)	I bought my 335i with 69k, bought a jb4 two weeks after. Now, I'm at 77k with no problems. Also did dci and fmic shortly after putting on the jb4. Downpipes will be coming in a few weeks. __________________ 07 E90 335i 6AT: \|BMS JB4\| \|BMS DCI\| \|Active Autowerke\| \|VRSF\| \|H-Style Cf Splitter\| \|Eibach\| \|Beyren\| \|H&R\| \|Rockford Fostgate\| \|Hifonics\|

11-24-2012, 11:18 AM	#14
Karbon Private First Class Drives: 2010 335i Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Southwest Florida Posts: 179 iTrader: (0)	70k in my opinion isn't high mileage. I've seen tons of 335i's over 100k that are modded like crazy. __________________ 2010 Alpine White 335i - Sports Package, Premium Package, Navigation, Comfort Access

11-24-2012, 12:24 PM	#15
E93Blackhawk First Lieutenant Drives: 2008 335i M sport Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: London Posts: 327 iTrader: (0)	seems like the consensus is that its good to go! Im not sure if its the same for you US guys but for some reason, M sport models are a lot more expensive in the UK. You can get a SE for the same price but with 45k on the clock as a pose to 70k. But then again, i hate the SE body, i would put a M sport body on it I worked it all out steering wheel lowering springs m sport suspension body kit headliner shorter shifter for MT guys 19 inch alloys Basically works out more expensive once youve paid for the fitment, spray etc

11-24-2012, 01:30 PM	#16
Hisam135i Major Drives: 335i Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Irvine, CA Posts: 1,097 iTrader: (0)	Lol I just threw on my jb4 yesterday I'm at 80600 miles lol __________________ 2008 Monaco Blue 335i \| Terracotta \| Premium \| Auto \| Comfort Access \| Matte-black Grills \| Carbon Fiber Splitters \| 20% Tint \| 1- point E9x Picture Game \| Staggered 19' VMR V701 \| Legal Disclaimer: My posts on this website cannot be held against me in any issues, such as warranty claims. \|

11-26-2012, 04:09 PM	#17
Pierce330 Enlisted Member Drives: E90 325i Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Toronto Posts: 40 iTrader: (0)	70 000 miles isn't that bad! However, if you are uncomfortable with the mileage, buy a lower mileage car or don't get too crazy in terms of mods...lol...stick with the basics: wheels, suspension, exhaust, etc...IMO __________________ E46 330i (Sold) E90 328i (Sold) E90 325i (Current)

11-26-2012, 08:16 PM	#18
trimtab81 Enlisted Member Drives: 07 335i E92 Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Arkansas Posts: 30 iTrader: (1)	JB4 that thing...best money I've ever spent on a mod, hands down!

11-26-2012, 08:33 PM	#19
Das_Stig I don't drink water. Fish fuck in it. Drives: e90 335xi Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Some say he naturally faces magnetic north, and that all of his legs are hydraulic... Posts: 730 iTrader: (1)	do eet! gl

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