X5 4.4i e53 - new to forum

[ScubyG]

Originally Posted by sew

Is the £380 for an "Inspection II"? Ask if it includes coolant change and brake fluid bleed; ask also about the final drives and transfer box oils. I bet it doesn't include any of that and on that basis it still sounds like a heck of a lot of money to me considering the work is entirely straightforward and the parts (and oils) are relatively cheap. I reckon on a "new" car with an unknown history you need to get the lot done then you need to get the lot done so you have a clean slate. Note also I'd highly suggest changing the (lifetime!) gearbox oil and filter...

None of your faults would appear to be too difficult to fix from the sounds of it...

Thanks, good info there. I have just sent an email to them asking if this is whats covered. They would also be able to diagnose the strange vibrating noise coming from the engine when idle. I heard it yesterday and it almost sounds like something is catching on plastic trim at a fast rate. Reading various forums it seems to be the pre-tensioner bolt. Looks pretty simple to replace, just a pig to reach.