F26 X4 28i thoughts

[eclipse-za]

Hi all

I want to get your input on a car I’m considering buying, I don’t want to purchase something that has known issues that I missed.

A colleague of mine is selling his 2016 F26 X4 xDrive 28i. Appearance-wise the car is in mint condition, and according to him there hasn’t been any mechanical issues since he bought the car new - services yearly at BMW. I also know him to be a relaxed driver, no redlining.

The car has 70k km on the clock and he’s asking what they offered him for trade-in: R350k. Looking at similar models this seems like a good deal.

Now, this model has the 2.0l N20 motor (N20B20, 180kw)… although I read that post-2015 the timing chain guide issues has been addressed.

What are your thoughts on this deal? Is the milage too high for this engine? I’d appreciate any input.

 

[getty150]

Lots of concerns at hand...
Deciding factor (for me)...
If all underbody fluids have been changed, and this includes engine oil.

 

[VinceM]

Lots of concerns at hand...
Deciding factor (for me)...
If all underbody fluids have been changed, and this includes engine oil.

Elaborate more, please…


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[MR_Y]

Hi

Personally, I feel the price is a bit high for a 28i. I assume the dealer is offering him deal assistance on the trade in to get him into another car.

I highly doubt that the used X3/X4 28i models listed on Autotrader currently will sell at those advertised prices. These cars will linger for longer on dealer floors until prices are slashed. There is a stigma to the 20i and 28i motors in their SUV application.

Rather go for a 20d model. Even with higher mileage than this 28i, it will be the better buy (assuming maintenance is up to date).

Just my view and open to correction.

 

[TurboLlew]

Agree on the 20/30d. Is there a reason you want to buy an X4 outside of it being offered to you at a good deal? You may be better off expanding your search to a higher mileage X6 perhaps?

 

[eclipse-za]

Great input, thanks everyone.
@TurboLlew I’m actually looking for a X3, but this deal came up. Knowing the owner had me think this is somehow a better deal.

Rather looking for a 2.0d makes sense.

 

[6spdmanual]

Great input, thanks everyone.
@TurboLlew I’m actually looking for a X3, but this deal came up. Knowing the owner had me think this is somehow a better deal.

Rather looking for a 2.0d makes sense.

X3 2.0d is a much better buy than the X4 28i in my opinion. You can get a real winner focusing your energy there.