Buying used X1

[Bilaal E]

Hi. So im interested in purchasing a used BMW X1. Something in the 2012-2013 range.
I have a few questions. Number 1, is the car a worthy buy? Common problems to check out for? Basically any advice that i should keep in mind when looking at one

 

[Riaad]

Hi. So im interested in purchasing a used BMW X1. Something in the 2012-2013 range.
I have a few questions. Number 1, is the car a worthy buy? Common problems to check out for? Basically any advice that i should keep in mind when looking at one

1. buy diesel...most likely 20d
2. I would suggest a late 2012 model...as these are the facelift models with the ZF8 gearbox and updated 20d engine (found the in the f30 pre lci)
3. common problems - same as other 20d models with the n47t engines...damper pulley, etc
4. X1's are generally a good buy...but seem to be priced more than they worth, considering they are often poorly specced, so try to find one that has some optional extras...like xenons, pano roof to name a few.

 

[MR_Y]

x1 20d sDrive is all the car you need.
This was the last X1 sDrive with the RWD layout, so that is a bonus.
xDrive is good, but not really needed in most cases.

 

[Bilaal E]

So ive seen a 2011 20d sdrive msport with about 220 000 kms on the clock at R140k. Concerned about the mileage and the price.

 

[///M Individual]

So ive seen a 2011 20d sdrive msport with about 220 000 kms on the clock at R140k. Concerned about the mileage and the price.

Quite high mileage for the price.

But as Riaad mentioned they are priced more than they worth for what is essentially a 1 series in X-guise.