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Originally Posted by Dygital
Even though I still have a couple of years to go, I wanted to check and see what kind of service expenses to expect once I cross over the 100,000 mi mark and will be responsible for paying all my service fees myself.
I have a 2005 X5 4.4 w/Sport
How much to expect for things like oil changes, brake pads changes, major services, etc?
I live in the San Francisco Bay Area (Foster City) and wouldn't mind going to a non-BMW facility - which by the way, can someone recommend me a good one?
BR,
Dygital
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I got mine at 88k miles 2 years ago and now at 126k miles. Here's the major work I've had done to give you an idea of what you may be in for:
1) The 100k mile was done at an Indy shop by a family friend (only prob is it's in Gilroy, CA). Cost was $2k for the major service (the bigger out of Service I/II can't remember), new brakes and rotors throughout, and replacing a leaking Power Steering hose.
2) Thermostat replacement and clean O2 sensors for $240. (stealer quoted $1400 and Indy quoted $800.
3) Replace Water Pump that gave out. $800 at Indy shop in San Mateo CA.
As for Indy shops, I highly recommend Holland Car Care in San Mateo. They specialize in BMWs and found the prices to be reasonable and service is 10/10.
This weekend, I've got the following scheduled with a mechanic buddy:
- repair broken drivers door
- replace torn CV boots
Generally, oil changes run about $80-120, Service I/II around $300-400 (not including any extra things they find).