Do you have emissions in your state? If not, then going with the diesel and removing all the clean diesel parts will make the 35d a great option. It will cost you around $2k but it will be worth it. There are few on this board who have done it.

But keep in mind removing/disabling emission controls is not always a smart move. You have to think about what happens if you end up relocating to an area when Emission Inspections are required or if you decide to sell or trade the vehicle you may have some problems.

Just think before you jump!

Yes, we definitely have emissions testing in IL. So far the only issues that seem to appear with the 35d are emissions related or battery issues. Some have suggested a trickle charger for cold climate areas. Have not read anything bad about the actual engine or the turbos it has. Stating to like the idea of owning a 35d :cool:

MPG is great, im averaging 25 mixed driving during non-winter conditions 23ish during winter. Once got 29mpg on all highway with cruise set to 72mph.

Going tomorrow morning to check out a few E70s. Pretty excited :D. Hopefully I find a nice one. I have on my radar a few of them with one owner. First stop is to check out the 2010 35d. Wish me luck!

I agree on keeping it 2011+, if anything just bc the iDrive interface still feels modern and interfaces with iphones, etc pretty well.

Make sure to try out the 50i or M. The big turbo V8's offer a pretty nice grin factor.

I ended up getting a 2008 3.0si Alpine White III on Beige Interior. Was more in my range and doesn't feel dated when compared to my E53. With a few mods she'll feel updated and should keep me pretty busy. Happy with purchase. :D

Congrats! You made a good choice over the V8 and probably over the diesel. 2008 3.0 should be pretty reliable, regardless of the horror stories you hear here.

Thanks, engine seems pretty strong from the quick drive home. Haven't really "Fully Tested Her" yet. Hopefully I'll get sometime to play with her this week. :D

Check the oil filter housing and oil cooler surrounding and see if there's any oil leaks. Mine starts around 67K miles, and I just changed it recently. Gotta have to right tool to finish the job.


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