Originally Posted by Jeff SJ

My preference with all my modern BMWs is 1000-1200 break-in oil change. It would be wise to also consider the transmission/diff fluids as well. Not sure if you can get any dealers to do the latter, they are dead set on the "lifetime fill" which is ridiculous. Then I'd do the oil every 5K-7.5K depending on how you drive-mostly freeway, larger span. The tranny/diff every 30K is good. As already said, don't bother if leased but I'd do it if you plan to resell yourself.