Good evening dear all. Am delighted to be part of this group. Great job here!

I currently use an e46 2004 model but am looking at moving to an e60 cause of space for the family.
The problem though is that am wondering whether to buy an 04 or an 08 model.

The reason for my confusion is that most mechanics in abuja are advising me against buying one with the N engine cause according to them, its problematic and costly to maintain.
They're advising I buy a 2004 model with the double venos engine which is the same engine my e46 uses.

I need your advice pls.

Kindly add me

Please help add my number to the Whatsapp group, sent mail severally but no response. 08028837566.

please add to WhatsApp 07052145600

Please i need the details of a competent BM mechanic in Lagos, would really appreciate it if one can be recommended to me.

mat2lock:
Please i need the details of a competent BM mechanic in Lagos, would really appreciate it if one can be recommended to me.

Call multiautolab on 08156087872 or 08165520837

mayor2013:


Call multiautolab on 08156087872 or 08165520837

why dont you ask for his number, and then call him?

If you really want to market your business ii would suggest that.

lungwun:


why dont you ask for his number, and then call him?

If you really want to market your business ii would suggest that.

I believe this is against the rule 22 of Nairaland. However, we stand to be corrected.

BM

For vin checks and report
www.nairaland.com/computerglobal

Hello all, I am finalizing a deal on 323i 2003 model and the machine has a compressor issue but I'm going on with the deal anyway. Can anybody who uses this car intimate me about its major issues please?

modsfucker:
Hello all, I am finalizing a deal on 323i 2003 model and the machine has a compressor issue but I'm going on with the deal anyway. Can anybody who uses this car intimate me about its major issues please?

Never buy a car with a known fault unless you are confident you can fix the fault.

erico2k2:

Never buy a car with a known fault unless you are confident you can fix the fault.

The seller claimed that once the compressor is changed, everything would be ok.

modsfucker:


The seller claimed that once the compressor is changed, everything would be ok.

Let him fix it and if thats get sorted pay for the labour plus part and cost of car, give him that proposal, if he refuses then RUN!

erico2k2:

Let him fix it and if thats get sorted pay for the labour plus part and cost of car, give him that proposal, if he refuses then RUN!

Thanks man... But the car has no peculiar issue abi?

modsfucker:


Thanks man... But the car has no peculiar issue abi?

Not realy, but to me all car are same, treat them right and it will treat you right.

modsfucker:
Hello all, I am finalizing a deal on 323i 2003 model and the machine has a compressor issue but I'm going on with the deal anyway. Can anybody who uses this car intimate me about its major issues please?

my baby is ready to fly. she got no issues you can call me on 08033957617 so you can feel her.

Hello house. Please I need candid advise on BMW 5series F10 model with xdrive. I'm about shipping it from Arizona, but need to known if the car is maintenable in Nigeria in terms of spare parts availability and cost,mechanics, reliability etc
Thanks

lukman22:
Hello house. Please I need candid advise on BMW 5series F10 model with xdrive. I'm about shipping it from Arizona, but need to known if the car is maintenable in Nigeria in terms of spare parts availability and cost,mechanics, reliability etc
Thanks

Very reliable and we have very good engineers that can handle it. Spare parts are available. What year is yours

2012

mayor2013:


Very reliable and we have very good engineers that can handle it. Spare parts are available. What year is yours

lukman22:
2012

We have particularly worked on that ride before. Is yours coming with a 4 cylinder. Kindly avoid road sides for a fix

Thanks Mayor for your response. 535I 3.0L V6

mayor2013:


We have particularly worked on that ride before. Is yours coming with a 4 cylinder. Kindly avoid road sides for a fix

lukman22:
Thanks Mayor for your response. 535I 3.0L V6

Go ahead you are safe

mayor2013:


Go ahead you are safe

How about 2004/5 BMW 530i with M54 engine?

mayor2013:


Very reliable and we have very good engineers that can handle it. Spare parts are available. What year is yours

Very reliable?? US Spec BMW with twin power turbo engines and our shitty petrol?? You are better off with a straight 6 engine from Europe.

535 I think is a No No

cne010:


Very reliable?? US Spec BMW with twin power turbo engines and our shitty petrol?? You are better off with a straight 6 engine from Europe.

535 I think is a No No

How about 2004/5 BMW 530i with M54 engine?

Inception:
How about 2004/5 BMW 530i with M54 engine?

Great engine

cne010:


Great engine

How about the whole car?

I have seen numerous 535 BMW in Nigeria, hence my interest. Currently driving 2007 Passat 2.0turbo which is similar in technology with no issue. I think the whole thing boils down to good maintenance culture and good mech, couple with spares availability.

cne010:


Very reliable?? US Spec BMW with twin power turbo engines and our shitty petrol?? You are better off with a straight 6 engine from Europe.

535 I think is a No No

Hello, I am currently using a baby honda and just got a good offer for a BMW 3 series 2004. the issue is the car is a right hand drive and would need a conversion to LHD. I am also concerned with possible issues that may arise from using a beemer cause as I here maintenance and parts are not so cheap compared to honda and toyota.

I just want a honest review from someone who owns a beemer on the maintenance of the car and performance as well .

lukman22:
Hello house. Please I need candid advise on BMW 5series F10 model with xdrive. I'm about shipping it from Arizona, but need to known if the car is maintenable in Nigeria in terms of spare parts availability and cost,mechanics, reliability etc
Thanks

Hi I am interested in similar...whats the cost and from where. Thanks

Rdgs

i am a BMW auto technician based in abuja, presently working with coscharis motors (abuja branch), am an expert on BMW,MINI n ROLLSROYCE cars. Need any BMW part or an expert touch on your car you can call me on 08052246764.thanks

Medukarage:
Hello, I am currently using a baby honda and just got a good offer for a BMW 3 series 2004. the issue is the car is a right hand drive and would need a conversion to LHD. I am also concerned with possible issues that may arise from using a beemer cause as I here maintenance and parts are not so cheap compared to honda and toyota.

I just want a honest review from someone who owns a beemer on the maintenance of the car and performance as well .

I hope I'm not too late. Best you get a LHD BMW bro