All vehicles break down. My Dodge for example didn't blow the oil pan gasket but rather the whole pan on both the motor and transmission. They rotted through and I replaced both. My Expedition has broke down more than any BMW I have ever owned. There is now way to know what is coming next on any vehicle but it is def easier to live with if you can learn to fix yourself.

I think with cars its usually more of a want than a need. If you want to get a new car go trade it in and pay up. If you still like the X5 fix it and keep on keepin on.:thumbup: If you want a BMW that is more affordable to maintain than buy an older one NOT a newer one.

Yeah, I quickly tried shopping online for a warranty earlier out of curiosity. Ard is correct, nobody is going to warranty a 9 yr old BMW....at least not unless you fork over a huge amount of money, and the policy has lots of exclusions on repairs.

And I do love the car, so I do think I'll keep it. Just been dealing with so many mystery noises and running issues the past month that I say a little prayer every time I start it up. But I finally found a good indy locally, so hopefully they'll have the recent issues sorted next week, and I can go back to enjoying it again.

You are right. Tires, brakes wiper blades and bulbs I pay for. Anything drive train and electronic is covered. Came with the vehicle for 50,000 miles of coverage. And they have informed me they WILL extend it for me when this initial one is up. I just have to stay with them and pay around $2800 for the privilege.
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