120d evaluation

[novio]

hey fanatics!

I could be....possibly.....selling a e36 328i and buying a 2006/7 120d hatch.

What are 'issues' I could possibly be facing?
Also, when it comes to servicing.....I am totally dumb when it comes to what is involved with a diesel engine.

Could someone provide a list of pros and cons related to these diesel cars?
I assume servicing would cost the same as petrol cars?

Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks all!

 

[Taufeeq786]

i would also like to know that? i am looking to buy a 120d 2007 and up...

 

[Smartiesman]

Howzit bud.
Just make sure you get the history of the vehicle and check for any major problems. I am no expert but I got my car a yr now and had no problems.
You will really enjoy the it. Service is not expensive at all.

Good luck and post pics once you take delivery

 

[Cole]

budget extra for tyres, you will get addicted to sliding the rear out! :rollsmile:

 

[Jarv]

get 17' 225 all round with a eibach kit you wont beable to slide too much lol but hey i only have a 116i,which doesnt budge around corners

 

[novio]

Howzit bud.
Just make sure you get the history of the vehicle and check for any major problems. I am no expert but I got my car a yr now and had no problems.
You will really enjoy the it. Service is not expensive at all.

Good luck and post pics once you take delivery

Thanks bud

There has been a change in plans now tho. I am now 90% sure I will be hunting for a 130i.....in roughly 2 weeks.

I
CANT
WAIT!

:inlove:

 

[Taufeeq786]

i've settled for a 320i E90 LeMans blue, just waiting on delivery of the vehicle:=):

 

[tivoli786]

:thumbs:

 

[DeoJor]

Loved the old one series, it was like a go-kart with a wheel on each corner and a smile on the face! :rollsmile:

 

[Twinz]

Has the 130 arrived yet? :thumbs:

 

[novio]

Has the 130 arrived yet? :thumbs:

No

I am struggling to get my hands on one.

Ready to buy with a 40k deposit and total budget of 150k.
I think thats a fair price....or am I way off the mark?

If I cant get one...other options are:

330i/d
325i
323i

but....130i haunts my dreams.

 

[Jerez]

You should try and source one with an efficient dynamic motor. I believe they were started from 2009 upwards. These diesels in the the BMW range gave better economy .Also, diesels are strong engines and my van has 320k on the clock with very little maintenance required. Lastly, don't misfuel- putting petrol into a diesel car. Not a major issue really, just remove all petrol from fuel lines and tank and it'll work fine... May cost you though so be alert when at the pumps

 

[novio]

Thanks man. At this stage I really, really....really want a 130i.

Santa better check his facts, cos ive been a good boy and I'm sure his sleigh has enough space for that sexy 1 series:=):

 

[Photokid]

get the 130i. You will love it!

 

[imukaddam]

120d for me probably thee best value for money 2nd hand vehicle on the market...

 

[OppositeLockMT]

You should try and source one with an efficient dynamic motor. I believe they were started from 2009 upwards. These diesels in the the BMW range gave better economy .Also, diesels are strong engines and my van has 320k on the clock with very little maintenance required. Lastly, don't misfuel- putting petrol into a diesel car. Not a major issue really, just remove all petrol from fuel lines and tank and it'll work fine... May cost you though so be alert when at the pumps

Won't an efficient dynamics model be out of his price range? Especially as it's 2009 onwards.