BMW with 130k

tomstickland

Any engine can do +200K providing that the oil and filter are changed regularly. Most engine wear takes place during the warm up period, so a young car with high miles can be in better condition than an old car with low miles. Taxis regularly clock up 250K without any problems.

ohreally

polarbearit wrote:

After replacing turbo, ECU needs to be reprogrammed.

Why, it's a mechanical device. I've just had a look at Autodata and it quotes 2.35 hrs to remove and install a turbo and no mention of ecu reprograming.

trigger_mike

spotted this on ebay, looks like a fair price http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/2001-BMW-320D-SE-BLUE_W0QQitemZ4597139663QQcategoryZ9837QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

tomstickland

0 feedback seller though. I'd look on Autotrader and do a private sale.

ricflairandy

I drive a xantia with 188000 on the clock and its fine. Its an ex taxi.

Murphy_The_Cat

tomstickland wrote:

I believe that their reputation might have slightly gone the way of VW and Mercedes though.

The only reputaion I know of regarding BMW is that most people I know think that BMW drivers are *@%$3's

MTC

bazza1603

Hi,

I have had a 166k Honda Legend and a 212k Proton Personna. Both cars drove excellant and were more reliable than other cars I have owned. Both had Full dealer service history. I wouldnot be frightened of the mileage, but I would be asking is there a local specialists that could help if things do go wrong. Last thing you want is expensive labour rates on your bill.

If you do buy it spend £25 - 60 on a MOT before you part with your cash. If theres anything nasty, hopefully it will be an MOT failure because of it.

Best regards

Barry

Cumbrian_Male

I got a 1996 P reg Volvo 960SE estate with 202K on the clock but with full dealer service history. It drives faultlessly.