used e70 a good idea?

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Hi all,

Before i start, yes i've searched the internet and the forum but there's not really a "buyers guide" for used X5's. Is there a relatively reliable, good used bet E70 X5?

I've been looking at some X5 3.0si/xDrive30i (2008/2009) as this seems to be the most reliable X5 on the market..correct? You have to have an oil refinery (among other things) for the 4.8 and the new N55..lets not even go there.

From what i gather, the older N52 engine is still port injected (no carbon issue/HPFP), not turboed (no failing turbo) and thus seems like a sensible choice.

Yes, i know if i want reliability i should buy a 4runner but I own 4 VW's at the moment and I've been spoiled by german cars..i have no problem fixing things (pretty handy with a wrench) but I do need the car to start/run every day. My VW's have never left me stranded and I stay on top of their maintenance.

So, TLDR: Is there a reliable (for the most part) X5?...X3?