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I understand diesel BMWs are a fairly new thing to the North American market, but the e53 3.0d have been running around Europe and Australia (as well as other markets I'm sure) for over 10 years. As a result, I have found that there is a large amount of knowledge out there for DIY'ers, but that you need to look towards the UK forums to find it.
I think diesels traditionally come with this illusion that they are unbreakable, and will just keep on trucking until they rust into the ground. That may be true of old Landcruiser's and Hilux's - but these modern diesels need just as much maintenance and upkeep as a petrol/gas powered car. In fact, as you've pointed out, with all the emissions gear on them required to keep them smog legal, and the issues that come up from carbon build up in cars that don't get regular long distance runs - they can be even more problematic. Unfortunately when they break, they break $$$ hard.
I have been through my own share of issues in my short diesel ownership. But I'm confident, that once I get on top of the maintenance and undo all the neglect from the previous owner it will pay me back with those low running costs (the 3.0D is cheaper on the drink than both our 2007 C180 Kompressor and 2012 C300) and that strong torque surge.
Best thing for diesels is to just put the mileage on them. Give them a long run and stretch their legs regularly. Stops them from blocking up, plus, it's where they're happiest!
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2005 3.0d Sport - Sapphire Black
Engine : Bluefin Superchip Tune,
Wheels & Sus: Style 168s (10.5s all round), H&R RDA Spacers, Bilstein B12, Eibach 40mm drop, Whiteline RSB
Exterior: Le Mans flares, 4.6is kit F&R
Interior: Dynavin N6, Blackvue DR650 dash cams
My Build Thread: http://www.xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-foru...run-sheet.html
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