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Originally Posted by drod
just a lot of "first year production" type issues.. it's expected to a certain extent.
this vehicle is heavy on the technology side... many software bugs in the idrive, NAV, backup camera, ipod interface, etc... not saying all vehicles have these problems but many owners reported having them... and it's been discussed on many other forums including this one.
these issues have been addressed at the dealers usually by way of a firmware/software update.
some mechanical issues with the park brake and I believe one official recall for a windshield washer resevoir leak...(or something like that)
great vehicle though... we love them and are looking forward to the 08s!!
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Since the bugs are software related and can be fixed with a normal visit to the dealer (as you mentioned), I see no reason to think the 08's are better in that respect. Likewise, the other issues you mention are all correctable with normal service. If there was some design issue that BMW had changed the design for 08 to correct, it would make more sense to be more enthusiastic for the 08's, but if you can get a better discount on the 07 model, I would certainly go for it.