Is 1999 BMW 3-series reliable? What’s the estimate maintenance cost for this car for 6 month?

Detail explanation would be great.


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One Response to “Is 1999 BMW 3-series reliable? What’s the estimate maintenance cost for this car for 6 month?”

  1. andrew*debbie on May 30th, 2010 at 11:30 am

    Maybe. Which model 3er? They made more than one and there are differences.

    There is an issue with the automatic transmission on some of these cars. see www. noreverse. org.

    Most BMWs will need the entire cooling system replaced by the time they are 7 years old.

    There are a few regular items that need to be done at 100,000 miles. (spark plugs, O2 sensor. . . )

    Car could need brakes and shocks.
    Car could need the front control arm bushings replaced.

    Worst case the car you are looking at will need all of that done. That is going to cost thousands. Maybe even more than you paid for the car.

    Best case, the previous owner kept up on all the service. Most of the things I’ve listed have already been replaced. Car isn’t due for any service. — Your cost for six months will be $0. 00

    That is a great car though. If the price was right and the car is in good condition I’d get it. . .

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