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Originally Posted by ylwjacket
We figured we could buy one with 100k miles, but we replaced a bunch of stuff at 100k on the old one too. Our thinking was that, no matter what we spend, we're probably dumping in $2k in the first few months anyways, which turned out to be true.
Happy shopping.
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This is the correct mindset to have when purchasing any used BMW. If you don't end up spending that money then you are lucky, but always go into it expecting to have to bring the car up to spec. Especially if you are like most owners on the forum; enthusiasts. We like everything to look and work as it did when it left the factory. A good PPI is a must if you aren't qualified (or able) to go over the vehicle yourself with a fine toothed comb. I've broken that rule twice now with the e53 and been fairly fortunate in that it didn't bite me too hard.
I've purchased an X from both a small curbstoner dealer and also from a large dealer (Buick) and both trucks had their issues that needed addressing.
Upallnight's description of used BMW owners is pretty accurate unless you are buying from an enthusiast. It applies to all BMW's, not just the e53.
Good luck on your search.