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Old 07-15-2016, 09:05 AM
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Rust?
I am curious if there is any common spots for these to rust at? The 2001 X5 I picked up is crazy clean, even under it I have yet to find any rust except some very minor surface rust on the jack spots and exhaust. All the exposed metal that I can see looks to be in excellent shape, but I haven't had time yet to get under it all the way.
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Old 07-15-2016, 09:11 AM
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Check the inner door seams on the rear doors (and sometimes the front doors)
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Old 07-15-2016, 09:23 AM
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Most Xs that you see with rust are the result of poor repairs after an accident.
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Brake Line Rust
Don't forget the brake lines....
http://www.xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-foru...ine-check.html
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Right on.

I agree on checking all the doors from the caulk beads down.Tailgate hatch too around the handle.


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Most Xs that you see with rust are the result of poor repairs after an accident.
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Good to know on the brake lines! I'll check the other spots as well.
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