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Old 01-08-2006, 08:02 PM
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how long should a 3.0 engine run for before kicking the bucket in terms of milage? for example i hear most toyotas run for 300,000 miles . any ideas
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Old 01-08-2006, 08:17 PM
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how long should a 3.0 engine run for before kicking the bucket in terms of milage? for example i hear most toyotas run for 300,000 miles . any ideas
300k on a BMW is realistic...I have seen several BMW's with over 300k and a few over 400k. Maintenance is key although when it come to the 3.0, that is a motor you do not want to run hot. If you ever see your temp gauge reach a click past 3/4, shut it off before it reaches the red.

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Old 01-08-2006, 08:41 PM
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Thanks Rob, i just bought a 2001 x5 with 78,000miles on it and i love it. im glad to hear they last so long!
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Old 01-08-2006, 08:45 PM
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Congrats on the new ride and welcome to X5world

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Old 01-08-2006, 10:21 PM
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Congrat for your new car
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Old 01-08-2006, 10:37 PM
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Thanks guys and gals. after finding this page now i want to do all kinds of mods
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Old 01-08-2006, 11:27 PM
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I think the BMW engines are real good, and should last you 300k miles. All the other components will probably fail before then, so unless you can DIY, be careful of all the other costs also.
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