Tochie88:
Hello all

I just found this page now. Please i need advise because I am worried about purchasing a car. I intend to get a BMW x3 2007 vehicle but I hear alot of negative things about BMW and maintenance so I am scared.

This particular vehicle was bought new and used in US for 6 months, the owner sold it to his brother here in Nigeria who used it for a out a year and wants to sell to me. He loves the car but had to put it for sale cos the engine and gear need to be changed a d he has another vehicle.

My concerns are:

1. How easy is it to maintain such vehicle? I'm in Lagos please.

2. How much do the engine (3.0sl) and gear cost? Where can I get genuine and affordable parts?

3. Is it worth the hassle? He is selling for slightly under 1m but I have to get the engine and gear myself. The car is still clean and I attached some pictures below.

Anyone that can help with this, I'll really appreciate it. Thanks.

How good are your roads? That's another thing to consider. Sold my BMW cos of Lagos roads, never had issues using it in Abuja. You also need to get a very sound and reliable technician before thinking of buying. Lots of mechanics in Lagos but few are sound. For parts, easily available in Ladipo. Just so you know, BMW doesn't have a good second hand value. I just don't see myself buying a car that would need engine and gear replacement as first headache. Think it through, these cars can't be managed the way toyotas are. Once you notice an issue, fix it asap.

@ Tochie88,



As it will be the first time to own a BMW, my advise is, forget about the BMW X3 whose engine and gearbox needs replacement.


Lookout for one whose engine and gearbox are working optimally.


Where is your location? Look out for owners of BMW cars within your location and collect contacts of their automobile mechanics and electricians.

uboma:
@ Tochie88,



As it will be the first time to own a BMW, my advise is, forget about the BMW X3 whose engine and gearbox needs replacement.


Lookout for one whose engine and gearbox are working optimally.


Where is your location? Look out for owners of BMW cars within your location and collect contacts of their automobile mechanics and electricians.

thank you so much Uboma. I have been worried over it. I'll make an informed decision now.

dillinger:


How good are your roads? That's another thing to consider. Sold my BMW cos of Lagos roads, never had issues using it in Abuja. You also need to get a very sound and reliable technician before thinking of buying. Lots of mechanics in Lagos but few are sound. For parts, easily available in Ladipo. Just so you know, BMW doesn't have a good second hand value. I just don't see myself buying a car that would need engine and gear replacement as first headache. Think it through, these cars can't be managed the way toyotas are. Once you notice an issue, fix it asap.

Thank you Dillinger, the roads i ply are not bad, but I am okay letting it go. I appreciate your opinion.

Tochie88:



thank you so much Uboma. I have been worried over it. I'll make an informed decision now.

You are welcome, Sir

Kindly add me to the WhatsApp group 07032238457

Lol. DOn't start your bmw life by buying a very faulty BMW. Wonder what happened to ruin both transmission and engine at the same time. DId he lend the car to the devil ni?

Tochie88:



thank you so much Uboma. I have been worried over it. I'll make an informed decision now.

deathwing:
Lol. DOn't start your bmw life by buying a very faulty BMW. Wonder what happened to ruin both transmission and engine at the same time. DId he lend the car to the devil ni?

He must be someone with a very poor maintenance culture.

Car engines and their gearboxes do not just go bad suddenly.....

omoajiri:



Congrats bro.
I myself took delivery of a 2007 525i this Saturday (27th Oct. 2018) and I’m just getting used to the car.
It has no serious mechanical or electrical issues except for some abs sensors and others that needs to be replaced.
I’m having issues with the car’s Bluetooth pairing with my phone despite several YouTube tutorials etc all to no avail.
I did the oil and filter change yesterday (Mobil 1) and the difference is quite clear. I’ve used a Honda, Mitsubishi , Mazda and a couple of Toyotas and the difference is quite obvious I must confess.
Since we are in the same ‘ship’ I guess we can be exchanging notes and what have you.
Abi wetin you think?

Congratulations to you too brother!

I'm very happy that you drop this note, I have been looking for someone that own same model with me. My car haven't arrived yet, it will take 7 weeks to get here. But I have make some few order from Amazon and eBay to pimped the hell out of the car. Here is my whatsapp contact 09075920398. Or you can as well drop yours and I will add you.

Iambornbimmer:



Congratulations to you too brother!

I'm very happy that you drop this note, I have been looking for someone that own same model with me. My car haven't arrived yet, it will take 7 weeks to get here. But I have make some few order from Amazon and eBay to pimped the hell out of the car. Here is my whatsapp contact 09075920398. Or you can as well drop yours and I will add you.

It’s a pleasure sir.

Greetings,please I am confused and don't know which to choose from 2005 x5 3.0i or 2005 530i they both use the same engine I think. I stay in the east and roads aren't that good so please advice me but I love the 530i but I heard the a/c can act up and electrical issues....

cooldragon:
Greetings,please I am confused and don't know which to choose from 2005 x5 3.0i or 2005 530i they both use the same engine I think. I stay in the east and roads aren't that good so please advice me but I love the 530i but I heard the a/c can act up and electrical issues....

Go for the BMW X5 since the roads you ply regularly are not in good shape.

Hello everyone
As I see some you are fond of BMW, and I have a chance to buy one for my new wife. I don't understand cars, just driving my old Passat, but me and my wife want a beautifull car for her. Found https://www.truck1.eu/other-machinery/cars/bmw-z3-a3203839.html this beauty. What do you think about this car, the price is good. Maybe anyone have an opinion about this model and can give me a piece of advice.
Don't hesitate to ask questions
Good luck everyone

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uboma:



I have not driven this model but all BMW cars are reliable.


Make sure not to buy one that has been abused.


Tell me, what car(s) do you presently own?

If this is going to be your first car, my advise is, forget this and get one with a smaller engine....

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So so happy to discover this thread.. I'm taking delivery of a 2005 X5 3.0l (almost got an 07 750li but God saved me. .... My very first Beemer after years in the spectator stands.. Repossesed used. Would appreciate any info..

Best places to get fuel in lagos
Specific type of oils to change
General maintaince tips
AFFORDABLE BMW mechanics in lagos.
Please add me to any Whatsapp groups 08181377432

Thanks

REMOVE RELIABLE FROM THAT YOUR UNNECESSARILY WORDY SPEECH

uboma:



I have not driven this model but all BMW cars are reliable.


Make sure not to buy one that has been abused.


Tell me, what car(s) do you presently own?

If this is going to be your first car, my advise is, forget this and get one with a smaller engine....

searchng4love:
REMOVE RELIABLE FROM THAT YOUR UNNECESSARILY WORDY SPEECH

I speak from experience. Hence you cannot shut me down from expressing my personal experience about BMW cars. I have used 3 different models so far and I won't change to another car brand, at least not for now....


By the way, spill your bitter experience with BMW cars. We may be able to point out where you got it wrong.

Hi gurus, am planning to get a used 2005 BMW 330xi automatic transmission but the car has a bad power steering rack and airflow meter. Is this ride reliable? How much will it cost to replace the steering rack and air flow meter? Will appreciate your advice, thanks all.

uboma:





I speak from experience. Hence you cannot shut me down from expressing my personal experience about BMW cars. I have used 3 different models so far and I won't change to another car brand, at least not for now....


By the way, spill your bitter experience with BMW cars. We may be able to point out where you got it wrong.

Used 06 530i and 08 3 series and I don't see BMW as unreliable. In fact, all my years of ownership, none broke down and left me stranded. I just wonder why I see broken down Japanese cars on the road with all the reliability news I hear about them and makes me wonder if the owners lack maintenance culture. BMW has never disappointed me for once. Take care of your car and you wouldn't worry about nothing

dillinger:


Used 06 530i and 08 3 series and I don't see BMW as unreliable. In fact, all my years of ownership, none broke down and left me stranded. I just wonder why I see broken down Japanese cars on the road with all the reliability news I hear about them and makes me wonder if the owners lack maintenance culture. BMW has never disappointed me for once. Take care of your car and you wouldn't worry about nothing

Same thing I have been preaching.

I am on my third BMW car and will continue the patronage in the future.

elviszzz:
Hi gurus, am planning to get a used 2005 BMW 330xi automatic transmission but the car has a bad power steering rack and airflow meter. Is this ride reliable? How much will it cost to replace the steering rack and air flow meter? Will appreciate your advice, thanks all.

I hope the power steering pump is also not bad and the cause of the power steering rack gone bad.


You may also need to check it out.

uboma:



I hope the power steering pump is also not bad and the cause of the power steering rack gone bad.


You may also need to check it out.

Okay will check it out but how reliable is this machine? Are the parts expensive to buy?

Pls does have anyone have a contact to a reliable BMW rewire around Ikeja. Thanks

cooldragon:
Greetings,please I am confused and don't know which to choose from 2005 x5 3.0i or 2005 530i they both use the same engine I think. I stay in the east and roads aren't that good so please advice me but I love the 530i but I heard the a/c can act up and electrical issues....

The x5 is all you need bro!

elviszzz:


Okay will check it out but how reliable is this machine? Are the parts expensive to buy?

I have no idea.


Visit Ladipo spare parts market if you are in Lagos to collect quotes.

Pls add me to the whatsapp group 07032166986

Please add me too on the Whatsapp group +491778053721.
I own an E46 and E60. I'm having issues probably software related with my E60 (520i) after a very long parking period. Please can anyone recommend a bmw specialist in Port Harcourt?

I hear you can get help along a Stadium road, in Port Harcourt.

PH people please confirm.

Hello Guys, I bought a Nigeria used BMW X5 E70 two months ago. It is a 2008 model 4.8i. I have heard about the goods and bads of BMW but I also like experimenting and challenges. The ride is wonderful and drives FAST. I love all your post and enjoy reading them. I will drop the pictures of my ride later. Kindly add me to the whatsapp group. Will drop my number on the email address. I also noticed little or no postings on BMW X5 in this forum.

I Bought a diesel engine BWM X5 over a year now and I have not been able to get reliable Mechanic to maintain it. The car was parked for long before I bought it. Can anybody recommend good Diesel engine mechanic.

Kindly add me to the BMW WhatsApp group (08098989095).

Good morning guys. I need an ECU for a bmw E90 and info if a bad ECU can be fixed. My 2006 3 series won't rev past 2000 RPM and the ECU has been diagnosed as the culprit. At, Ladipo I will get an ECU for around 120k but I want to try all my options and see if I can get for less elsewhere or better still, fix the old one. Thanks.

BMW all the way for me, I've used 3series, 5series and now x5.
I only go to mechanic once a year and have never had a reason to try another brand.
But right now I have little gear box issue with my x5 based in Portharcourt,
Please add me to the BMW group 08071495571