Purchase advise

[craigc3700]

Hi all. I am considering purchasing a 2016 320d with 102,000 miles on the clock. Are there any specific issues I need to look out for and would you consider a car with this mileage with a full service history a liability? Any advice most welcome please.

many thanks, Craig.

[Greydog]

Hi Craig

Welcome to the Forum

If you don't know about the oily bits either get a Mechanic to inspect it with you or an AA/RAC inspection 

Buying from a Dealer will give more protection though don't dismiss Private sales. History with proof of work carried out is paramount everything should work as it should. There are no cheap fixes don't fall for the " Never bothered me that it didn't work and they are only £xx on Ebay" Ask yourself if it was that easy why leave it?

Ride should be good no rattles clunks or bangs, Engine should have no rattles or knocks and gear changes smooth

Good Luck

Dave

[craigc3700]

Hi Dave

many thanks for your welcome and advise. I will be viewing the car on Friday afternoon. I’m not frightened by high mileage it’s just BMW is a unknown entity to me.

Best

craig.

[Greydog]

Morning Craig

As you are aware a motorway warrior can rack up massive mileages without stressing an engine (the driver but not the engine) If you either find some one local who has a BMW capable diagnostic system or buy one for yourself they are no different to any other car.

www.realoem.com I find invaluable for parts information and the small exploded drawings show where stuff fits

Hope it works out

Dave