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Originally Posted by crystalworks
I preemptively replaced the one on our N52 (5 series) at 185,000 miles. I doubt the one I removed was original but not knowing when it was done... I did it. Got a Pierburg from FCP euro. When I buy any used BMW one of the first things replaced is the water pump, thermostat, reservoir, and majority of the cooling hoses. Just had to replace the radiator last weekend at 195,000 miles. So I did the trans thermostat and mount as well. All about pre-emptive replacement. Though definitely not the most cost effective method of ownership, it keeps me from getting stranded out of town in my 15 year old vehicles. 
Fortunately it was not the crazy expensive version being discussed here. *phew* |
N52 5 series. Amazing yours is at 195,000 miles. What year is it?
Mine is 2010 4wd with 6 speed manual. Best manual shift experience by far.
I drive it sparingly because imo it's the best car i ever owned. It's just overall so well-balanced. Transmission shifts great, long, direct, and with slightly more effort than a honda manual, very similar to the older E30, power is quick and smooth on tap, handling is superb and tight, doesn't feel like a 4 door family sedan at all. I wonder how much better a rwd version would feel.