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    Change E32 for E60 ?

    Hey,
    I'm looking to change my E32 730i for an E60/61 (first generation). It is time for a bit more options like a pano roof, parking assistance and seat heating ect...

    What are the engines I should be looking for?
    Torque and reliability as most important features

    For now I had my eye on the 525d manual, they seem to go over 300K without any problems.

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    E60 is the least reliable model as far as I am concerned. I would stay away, especially if you are not going to work on it yourself.


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    Its hard to believe there is not one E60 model that is reliable...
    and if it's true, too bad for BMW

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    Are you looking for a pre-facelift or a facelift car?
    Pre facelift I would go for a 530i.
    Facelift 525d with the 3l engine.
    Can't agree that this is bad cars. We have 2 pre lci and they are wonderful.

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    yeah, I don't want to spend more than €5000 so I guess it will be an pre-facelift with a lot of Km's on the counter.
    Not every engine is built to go over 250ooo km's. So if I buy one, I want to know if the car is up for the task.
    But maybe BMW isn't the brand for me
    If someone know a better alternative...
    - less than €5000
    - rear wheel drive !!
    - station wagon
    Last edited by pyrie; 12-17-2018 at 04:35 AM.

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    It's not the engine that's the problem. It's the peripheral systems. Look for my threads about maintenance. Near $25K in three years (thank you extended warranty). However, it drives beautifully. I am now doing my own repairs, but I have an INPA system, lots of years wrenching, a scissor mid-rise lift, and an extensive tool set. I just rebuilt the rear air suspension, to the tune of ~ $500 in parts.

    Jose
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    Livin the dream!

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    that's cool, but I don't have the tools or the knowledge to do all those repairs myself

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