I'm buying a 120d Auto, what are the pit-falls?

[Hyades]

Hi guys!

After months of looking at 116i, 118i, 120i, and 120d BMWs, we have found a nice 2005 model 120d auto.

It's obviously been out of motorplan for a while now, but it has been serviced at a BMW dealer. I've looked at the service history, as well as all the motorplan history, nothing out of the ordinary.

The car pulls slightly to the left, most probably just tire pressures, but I asked that it be sorted out before we take delivery.

What other issues are there to this model that one should be aware of?

PS, this car will be for my wife. She is very excited!

 

[petrivanzyl]

Good choice:thumbs:

 

[Twinz]

I have the 2005 model as well but bought it new so i kept my hand over it. Still running like new. It just goes and goes.

The following were fixed over the years:
* turbo replaced
* glow plug (twice)
* pully damper
* plastic charge pipe replaced

No major issues since. Just make sure she is serviced regularly.

 

[Midas335i]

Go for it

 

[Rolf]

Can also confirm: this model is bullet proof :thumbs:

 

[JENICH]

Hey there Haydes,

Told you they were bullet proof.
PS. When did you get married?? and why was i not invited