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Originally Posted by DR-JEKL
Back when you were in the game with your N54 the N55 was largely deemed more reliable due to being newer and BMW had redesigned quite a few things differently but alas now they're older and have a few kays on them they also suffer from quite a few reliability issues and alike the N54, the N55 has a few inherent design weaknesses (thankfully wastegate rattle isnt one of them!)
Did you screen your vin # to ensure it has had the vanos bolt recall done?
https://www.productsafety.gov.au/rec...09-2012-series |
Yes, checked the recalls before purchasing it - all had been done.
If I had the choice again I probably would go with an N54 again, but learning about this engine is interesting.