High mileage X5m

[Ehloo]

Have around 43k miles and normally time for a new ride but I really enjoy every aspect of the x5m. Never owned a car out of warranty and wondering for those that have higher mileage cars out of factory warranty what type of issues they are running into

[Ehloo]

Nobody can chime in

Originally Posted by Ehloo

Have around 43k miles and normally time for a new ride but I really enjoy every aspect of the x5m. Never owned a car out of warranty and wondering for those that have higher mileage cars out of factory warranty what type of issues they are running into

[tastelid]

Most x5ms are just barely starting to exit warranty status right?

I fear it...

[musa]

Originally Posted by Ehloo

Have around 43k miles and normally time for a new ride but I really enjoy every aspect of the x5m. Never owned a car out of warranty and wondering for those that have higher mileage cars out of factory warranty what type of issues they are running into

I hear that the S63 is a solid engine if taken care of. From my experience with my other BMW's, issues typically crop up due to negligence and extreme abuse (e.g. gunning it to WOT while the engine is cold). Keep up with fluid refreshes and other scheduled maintenance items, and you should be fine. I've learned never to follow BMW's mileage maintenance. Always do it sooner, especially oil changes. And do not believe in the so called BMW life-time fluids! Always refresh the fluids!! When my X6M hits 50k miles, I plan to drain and refresh all the fluids - transmission, differentials, coolant and break fluid.

[pachieh]

Hard to say, but properly maintained it should last a long time. Buy an extended warranty and keep on truckin'!

[sworks335i]

53k miles here and outside of warranty items it's been a beast. Now, I wouldn't have wanted to pay for the items that broke under warranty but hopefully they are good to go now.

[Djvolume]

Just did a full over hull on mine, please change oil much sooner then 10k, and change it to a better quality oil, I went with bardahl, at 34k my rod bearings were Almost shot. I've also changed all fluids regardless of what the dealer says that it's lifetime.

[turboawd]

Originally Posted by Djvolume

Just did a full over hull on mine, please change oil much sooner then 10k, and change it to a better quality oil, I went with bardahl, at 34k my rod bearings were Almost shot. I've also changed all fluids regardless of what the dealer says that it's lifetime.

Wow. Was your engine knocking? Able to change bearings with engine in car?

[Djvolume]

Originally Posted by turboawd

Wow. Was your engine knocking? Able to change bearings with engine in car?

Originally Posted by turboawd

Wow. Was your engine knocking? Able to change bearings with engine in car?

I had a different issue, but no, had to pull it out, I not a Mechnic but I doubt you'll be able to change those without pulling it out

[turboawd]

Originally Posted by Djvolume

I had a different issue, but no, had to pull it out, I not a Mechnic but I doubt you'll be able to change those without pulling it out

Were you under warranty? dealer repair?

[Ehloo]

I already had my diff replaced at 35k miles. Had several issues with the car so far but didn’t think too much of it as it was covered. I would be pretty pissed if I had to pay

[Djvolume]

Originally Posted by turboawd

Were you under warranty? dealer repair?

Originally Posted by turboawd

Were you under warranty? dealer repair?

Nope bmwna denied the claim stating after market parts were installed

[ajgraham]

Originally Posted by Djvolume

Just did a full over hull on mine, please change oil much sooner then 10k, and change it to a better quality oil, I went with bardahl, at 34k my rod bearings were Almost shot. I've also changed all fluids regardless of what the dealer says that it's lifetime.

I agree about changing fluids earlier than recommended, for performance vehicles especially it's a no brainer.

I'm not so keen on some of the more niche oil/lubes companies. My wife is high up in Exxon, my dad was a Chemical Engineer at Shell for nearly 30 years so between them I've heard pretty much everything a lay person would want to know. Even a lot of the Exxon people will tell you off the record that Shell V-Power gas is a little better than the Exxon equivalent. For oils/lubes I just don't understand the logic thinking a small company like Bardahl with $20m turnover can be better than something like Mobil oil which probably spends 100's of times more on R&D each year. I like supporting small companies normally but when it's related to science and R&D, money makes a big impact.

[Djvolume]

Originally Posted by ajgraham

I agree about changing fluids earlier than recommended, for performance vehicles especially it's a no brainer.

I'm not so keen on some of the more niche oil/lubes companies. My wife is high up in Exxon, my dad was a Chemical Engineer at Shell for nearly 30 years so between them I've heard pretty much everything a lay person would want to know. Even a lot of the Exxon people will tell you off the record that Shell V-Power gas is a little better than the Exxon equivalent. For oils/lubes I just don't understand the logic thinking a small company like Bardahl with $20m turnover can be better than something like Mobil oil which probably spends 100's of times more on R&D each year. I like supporting small companies normally but when it's related to science and R&D, money makes a big impact.

Originally Posted by ajgraham

I agree about changing fluids earlier than recommended, for performance vehicles especially it's a no brainer.

I'm not so keen on some of the more niche oil/lubes companies. My wife is high up in Exxon, my dad was a Chemical Engineer at Shell for nearly 30 years so between them I've heard pretty much everything a lay person would want to know. Even a lot of the Exxon people will tell you off the record that Shell V-Power gas is a little better than the Exxon equivalent. For oils/lubes I just don't understand the logic thinking a small company like Bardahl with $20m turnover can be better than something like Mobil oil which probably spends 100's of times more on R&D each year. I like supporting small companies normally but when it's related to science and R&D, money makes a big impact.

Point taken but tests don't lie, although this video is in Russian, which I speak, please take a look, results speak for them self

[turboawd]

Originally Posted by Djvolume

Nope bmwna denied the claim stating after market parts were installed

What did you mod? You running higher boost?
Hearing about bearing wear out that early is not good.

[musa]

Originally Posted by ajgraham

I agree about changing fluids earlier than recommended, for performance vehicles especially it's a no brainer.

I'm not so keen on some of the more niche oil/lubes companies. My wife is high up in Exxon, my dad was a Chemical Engineer at Shell for nearly 30 years so between them I've heard pretty much everything a lay person would want to know. Even a lot of the Exxon people will tell you off the record that Shell V-Power gas is a little better than the Exxon equivalent. For oils/lubes I just don't understand the logic thinking a small company like Bardahl with $20m turnover can be better than something like Mobil oil which probably spends 100's of times more on R&D each year. I like supporting small companies normally but when it's related to science and R&D, money makes a big impact.

Agreed. My rule of thumb is to change the engine oil half sooner than whatever BMW recommends. And remember you can't just jump off the bed after a good night's sleep and immediately run a 100 meters race … and neither would your M car, without catastrophic failure down the road if done repeatedly. It's essential to warm up first by taking a slow jog before sprinting.

[kanvas]

Good thread. What are life-time fluids considered to be?

[Logical]

I had a F86 x6M with 68k mikes. Drove it 5k miles with no issues other than oil pan leak ($1700 repair). Had fun but didn't abuse it. It's all about the maintenance. Good luck

[DgjoX6M2016]

40k miles and car seems like new to me.

Big repairs under warranty:

Transfer case.

[dougieefressh]

BUMP

ladies and gentleman lets update this thread to have an idea where everyone is sitting at with miles...

I do have my eyes on a F85 with 60000km - 2015. deciding if I should add factory warranty right off the bat or wait a bit

[DgjoX6M2016]

Originally Posted by dougieefressh

BUMP

ladies and gentleman lets update this thread to have an idea where everyone is sitting at with miles...

I do have my eyes on a F85 with 60000km - 2015. deciding if I should add factory warranty right off the bat or wait a bit

F86. 48k. @&$ing beast of a vehicle.

Enjoy the ride. Don't worry about potential repairs. Stay up to date on fluids. Jesus. Don't be cheap and take care of a mechanical piece of equipment built to 10 thousands of an inch tolerance.

Don't like it? Get a Tesla or a Honda and have fun. Gross.

[iconoclast]

if the only thing holding you back from not keeping it is warranty then buy a warranty. if you dont have money for a warranty then you don't have money for any potential out of pocket repair. problem solved. /thread.