Don't read too much into the forum about any relationship to your vehicle. Most people only post when there is an issue or they are unable to determine the fault that is creating an issue. You will notice 80-90% of the posters are answering the inquiry not whining about a failed part.

All of the common issues are posted, and the test, replacement and resetting are all documented. I personally think 80% of the posts could be eliminated by newbies just using the search features and re-reading the postings from year gone by.

I have found these vehicles to be fun to drive, provide a great bang for the buck, reliable, have a timeless styling, and are not ridiculous $$$ to maintain over their lives.

The biggest challenge is buying the best one out there. One that was owned by someone who kept on top of every item as it failed or was worn out. The problem is not everyone who buys a vehicle does that. Most treat a vehicle as a refrigerator: run it, ignore the noises, when it pukes- dump it. As they have neither the skills to DIY or the tolerance for anything other than going to point A to B and making the monthly car payment. That is 80% of the high end market. They are steerers not drivers...no involvement in ownership other than a check book.

I unfortunately live in a care taker world so everything gets cleaned and pampered. Now I am off to order some Night Breakers and HI Beam bulbs for my E39 wagon...I love working from home once in awhile. Allows one to catch up on part orders.......

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2005 X5 4.8IS
The Blue ones are always FASTER....

Current Garage:
2005 X5 4.8is
2002 M5 TiSilver
2003 525iT
1998 528i
Former Garage Stable Highlights
2004 325XiT Sport
1973 De Tomaso Pantera, L Model
1970 Dodge Challenger T/A 4 sp Alpine White
1970 Dodge Challenger T/A 4 sp GoManGo Green
1971 Dart Sport, “Dart Light” package
1969 Road Runner 383
1968 Ply Barracuda 340S FB Sea-foam Green