Originally Posted by Repoman

As TrickerZ mentioned earlier about his preference for aftermarket control arms because they are built better, I share his opinion on every other part I replace on the X also. When I replace a part on the X (which is often), I go out of my way to avoid OEM because of the lack of quality of the OEM parts. Why would one replace a broken part that did last as long as it should have with the same poor quality OEM part that will most likely not last as long as it should again? Conversly, my opinion is opposite on my Lexus. When I do replace a part (which is rarely), I go OEM because of the length of time the OEM part lasted (quality).

Additionally, why does BMW keep making replacement parts of the same caliber as the ones that have been proven "defective" by the lot (i.e. window actuators, pixel issues, FSR, rear control arms, etc.)? How much extra money is BMW making off loyal customers by selling the same poor quality replacements over and over again instead of redesigning these parts so that the loyal customer won't have a problem with that part ever again after buying the replacement. What a slap in the face to their customer! BMW is laughing all the way to the bank on our dime. I don't understand loyalties to a company like that.