How would you rate the 2012 BMW x6...is it OK to buy?

How easy is it to maintain?

mrvitalis:
How would you rate the 2012 BMW x6...is it OK to buy?

How easy is it to maintain?

Only use Synthetic Oil for your car and make sure your not purchasing an accidented x6.

The ones with N55 engines (i6) are your best option. Verify if the car was produced from 2009 and you will likely get this enigine.

The models with the older N54 engines (i6) have challenges with their High Pressure Fuel Pump that makes the car feel sluggish while driving. Apart from that I can't recall any other serious issue with it.

The N63 engines (v8) will issues with the timing chain if you abuse it with poor quality oil, but it gives you decent power if that's your thing.

Get your vehicle history and READ THE OWNER'S MANUAL after purchase. These BMWs are nothing like other cars

Have a nice day.

alphaNomega:


Only use Synthetic Oil for your car and make sure your not purchasing an accidented x6.

The ones with N55 engines (i6) are your best option. Verify if the car was produced from 2009 and you will likely get this enigine.

The models with the older N54 engines (i6) have challenges with their High Pressure Fuel Pump that makes the car feel sluggish while driving. Apart from that I can't recall any other serious issue with it.

The N63 engines (v8) will issues with the timing chain if you abuse it with poor quality oil, but it gives you decent power if that's your thing.

Get your vehicle history and READ THE OWNER'S MANUAL after purchase. These BMWs are nothing like other cars

Have a nice day.

Thanks... This might actually be my first car

noxy1962:
Please guys how much can I get this upper coolant hose ? This one is leaking and it is causing overheating. Bmw e46 2004.

I got mine for 8k sometime in 2017 in Abuja.

BMW owners BEWARE of spontaneous combustion, even if your beloved Bimmer is PARKED, and with the engine OFF.

https://www.yahoo.com/gma/mysterious-bmw-fires-continue-calls-investigation-grow-102004136--abc-news-topstories.html

This news story describes NUMEROUS BMW cars suddenly catching fire, and in multiple cases, setting residential homes ablaze.

If you own a BMW, this deadly factory defect could result in the fire loss of your car, or even of your entire house.

You have been warned. BMW now stands for "Burning Motorcar Whenever."

Please I want to know which oil is suitable to service a BMW E39, with M52 engine. Also the best ATF to use just incase I may need to change the transmission oil. Thanks

Coolexty:
Please I want to know which oil is suitable to service a BMW E39, with M52 engine. Also the best ATF to use just incase I may need to change the transmission oil. Thanks

Castrol 5w30

Total 5w40

Forte oil Synth 5w40

For transmission oil, you'll use German Adler. Quite pricy, but worth it. Make sure you REPLACE your transmission filter too

Where can I get original castrol edge 5w-30..... I have combed everywhere and I can't find.

I have a 2012 x6 35i.....and I feel this vibration in my front wheel when I turn at low speed.....comes up 70% of the time.....then when I brake to complete stop, there is this harsh sound or feeling like metal on metal....feels like the car jerks when it gets to a complete stop.

Been to coscharis and I was given a list that involves changing almost all the front suspension system. But I don't believe that should be.

Anybody that has experienced such or knows what will likely be the problem, let me know please.

Thank you

alphaNomega:


Castrol 5w30

Total 5w40

Forte oil Synth 5w40

For transmission oil, you'll use German Adler. Quite pricy, but worth it. Make sure you REPLACE your transmission filter too

Thanks, I really do appreciate

alphaNomega:


Castrol 5w30

Total 5w40

Forte oil Synth 5w40

For transmission oil, you'll use German Adler. Quite pricy, but worth it. Make sure you REPLACE your transmission filter too

Can 2005 530i use this engine oil

jcflex:


Can 2005 530i use this engine oil

Yes

Coolexty:
Please I want to know which oil is suitable to service a BMW E39, with M52 engine. Also the best ATF to use just incase I may need to change the transmission oil. Thanks

Did you find out about the history of maintenance from the previous owner? What kind of engine oil was he using on the E39 before it changed ownership?

jcflex:


Can 2005 530i use this engine oil

Yes it can.

Get a copy of your Owner's manual

uboma:




Did you find out about the history of maintenance from the previous owner? What kind of engine oil was he using on the E39 before it changed ownership?

Surprisingly the previous owner doesn't know the oil, all he did was to take it to an auto care shop and get it serviced

Coolexty:


Surprisingly the previous owner doesn't know the oil, all he did was to take it to an auto care shop and get it serviced

Hmm. Some persons have no business owning cars.


How can a man not be interested in details of his car maintenance history?

Good day my gurus in the house. I need your help on bmw e46. I saw it on olx and I like the car. A brother of mine now said that if the battery is not in front, the car is not good but the ones that have their battery at back do have electrical fault every now and then. I need your expert opinion cos this is the first time i am thinking of buying a BMW. Thanks for your quick response.

andykay:
Good day my gurus in the house. I need your help on bmw e46. I saw it on olx and I like the car. A brother of mine now said that if the battery is not in front, the car is not good but the ones that have their battery at back do have electrical fault every now and then. I need your expert opinion cos this is the first time i am thinking of buying a BMW. Thanks for your quick response.

Your advice from your brother is faulty.


I own a E46, it's been 5 years since I got it, it has never failed me or left me stranded on the road.


Make sure not to buy an abused E46....

Thanks for your quick response. You talked about abuse.. Could you please expantiate further on this..

andykay:
Good day my gurus in the house. I need your help on bmw e46. I saw it on olx and I like the car. A brother of mine now said that if the battery is not in front, the car is not good but the ones that have their battery at back do have electrical fault every now and then. I need your expert opinion cos this is the first time i am thinking of buying a BMW. Thanks for your quick response.

Go for the e46, its a strong and reliable Car. I've been using mine for about 6 years now and my Battery is located at the back.

Please all Bimmers fan...What's reliability of these BMW cars and how economical are they when it comes to fuel. Most of the BMW cars I know, have seen, read about are actually from 3.0l to 4.0l upwards...Does this mean if a Corolla of 1.8l uses 2k fuel, a Bimmer of 4.0l would use 4kplus fuel?

andykay:
Good day my gurus in the house. I need your help on bmw e46. I saw it on olx and I like the car. A brother of mine now said that if the battery is not in front, the car is not good but the ones that have their battery at back do have electrical fault every now and then. I need your expert opinion cos this is the first time i am thinking of buying a BMW. Thanks for your quick response.

^^^

With his theory, your brother may be on to something - maybe though not quite in the way he intended.

BMW, VW Porsche etc. mainstreamed the German design trend of placing batteries in the passenger compartment - in the cargo area or under the driver's seat. It is a controversial practice - as shown in the sad, unresolved death of Latifa Lincoln and her 3 year old daughter from hydrogen sulphide poisoning, with a faulty car battery being the suspected cause of death in that case.

Electrical faults may be the least of one's problems when it comes to this strange practice of putting car batteries in the passenger cabin. Progress or two steps backwards?

Damolux01:
Please all Bimmers fan...What's reliability of these BMW cars and how economical are they when it comes to fuel. Most of the BMW cars I know, have seen, read about are actually from 3.0l to 4.0l upwards...Does this mean if a Corolla of 1.8l uses 2k fuel, a Bimmer of 4.0l would use 4kplus fuel?

There are 320 and 318 they both have 2 ltr Engines 4 plugs

andykay:
Good day my gurus in the house. I need your help on bmw e46. I saw it on olx and I like the car. A brother of mine now said that if the battery is not in front, the car is not good but the ones that have their battery at back do have electrical fault every now and then. I need your expert opinion cos this is the first time i am thinking of buying a BMW. Thanks for your quick response.

the difference btw the front and back battery is one long red cable connecting the battery from the back to the front end of

erico2k2:

There are 320 and 318 they both have 2 ltr Engines 4 plugs

Thanks bro...will check them out.

Hi Everyone, Please I need referrals to a good/reliable BMW X6 auto-shop around VI/Lekki axis in Lagos.
Your help will be much appreciated.PS: please exclude coscharis as my car wasn't bought there.

I NEED BMW X5 2001 TO 2003. i AM IN ABUJA 08035209543

Please add me to the group 08035209543. i currently use 5 series

Please add me to the group as well. i currently use 5 series.

Thank you

unmask:
Where can I get original castrol edge 5w-30..... I have combed everywhere and I can't find.

I have a 2012 x6 35i.....and I feel this vibration in my front wheel when I turn at low speed.....comes up 70% of the time.....then when I brake to complete stop, there is this harsh sound or feeling like metal on metal....feels like the car jerks when it gets to a complete stop.

Been to coscharis and I was given a list that involves changing almost all the front suspension system. But I don't believe that should be.

Anybody that has experienced such or knows what will likely be the problem, let me know please.

Thank you

I think you should search other popular BMW forums for a solution. The x6 has a 4 wheel drive system and it is possible one of your front shafts is damaged.

I'm not a magician, just trying to figure out the problem with what you've shared.

alphaNomega:


I think you should search other popular BMW forums for a solution. The x6 has a 4 wheel drive system and it is possible one of your front shafts is damaged.

I'm not a magician, just trying to figure out the problem with what you've shared.

Which BMW forum. The one where they discuss irrelevant matters

Hello All,
Anyone with idea of the price of the below
2005/2006 BMW E90
(1) Headlamps set
(2) Front bumper with fog lamps
(3) Front left fender
(4) Stabilizer linkage
(5) whipper water pump
(6) window lifter R/L
(7)Radiator cover
( Instrument cluster
(9) Boot shock
(10) Boot switch
(11) Remote key-ready for initialization

mayor2013:


Which BMW forum. The one where they discuss irrelevant matters

There are many out there. I can't finger any

sacramento1212:
Hello All,
Anyone with idea of the price of the below
2005/2006 BMW E90
(1) Headlamps set
(2) Front bumper with fog lamps
(3) Front left fender
(4) Stabilizer linkage
(5) whipper water pump
(6) window lifter R/L
(7)Radiator cover
( Instrument cluster
(9) Boot shock
(10) Boot switch
(11) Remote key-ready for initialization

Headlamps set 42k
(2) Front bumper with fog lamps 78k
(3) Front left fender 11000
(4) Stabilizer linkage 7000 a pair
(5) whipper water pump 7000
(6) window lifter R/L 6000 each
(7)Radiator cover 1500
(8.) Instrument cluster 5000
(9) Boot shock 8000 a pair
(10) Boot switch 4000
(11) Remote key-ready for initialization, depends on your dealer, estimate 80k


These prices are estimates and will be different from what you get. Haggle well and good luck.