2012 X5 35d - opinions?

[hibble]

Thanks for the feedback! I do wish it was a bit lower on miles but they are asking $37k which seems like a good price all things considered.

[Ozer]

I got my 2011 35d from a private owner for $20,500. 102k well documented miles. Has the headrest entertainment system as well. He paid $63,000+ new

[hibble]

Wow that's quite a few miles! I suppose it speaks to the longevity of the car. Anything major about the engine stand out in the service documentation?

[London Lad]

I have a 2010 build e70 35d. I've had it from new and its done 50k miles so far. It has no 'rough idling' certainly no noticeable vibration through the steering wheel.

[hibble]

Thanks, good to know! I had a feeling shouldn't be noticing any roughness though the car. Overall the engine seemed to be running well be feeling any vibes at idle stuck out in my mind.

[bawareca]

It is very vibration-free for a diesel, but may feel a bit shaky if you compare it to, let's say, Lexus.

[hibble]

Good point, I'm comparing to my e90 and my brother's e53.

As a side note I grew up with a '78 240D, now that's a diesel that likes to shake

[QuantumX5]

I have a 2011 X5 35D, and it just hit 50k miles.
Only 1 issue so far is was the alternator pulley going bad.
Other then that, car runs smooth and quiet. Never felt any of this vibration you guys are talking about. I switched from a E92...

For maintenance on Diesels, carbon build up is a bit more severe then Gas.
I would recommend more frequent oil changes then what BMW recommends.
Now that the truck is out of warranty, I started using Cetane booster. I plan on keeping this truck for a while.

You will love the 35D.