Originally Posted by swisstype

I bought it used in 2009, guy traded it in for a new 7. Had 11,000 miles. From 2009 to today I have had it 3+ years and it has 138k. Some years 45k, others 25k, but it averages out over 3-5 years that I put 40k a year on.
I was at first somewhat nervous about purported BMW "lack" of reliability, but I had AAA and figured I woudl ride it out and see. Other than one road hazard that forced a radiator replacement while I was out of town, It has been a bullet proof vehicle, albeit more maintenance than say a Honda.
I pay the price and love driving it. I am happy to do it. It isnt perfect, but I like what I know.