New to BMW, need help making a decision

[Brembo]

Hi everyone 😬,

will be purchasing a used BMW with in the next couple of weeks and want help making a decision.

ideally I want something reliable as I’m in the process of buying a house and won’t have lots to spend afterwards.

I'm looking for ether a 1 series or 2 series with a max budget of £15k, what engine would you guys recommend and what sort of mileage are those engines good for ? Have mainly been looking at the diesels but not a massive fan of 3 cylinders engines 116d/216d etc 

Also is BMW approved used what it’s cracked up to be ? ( this is the only place I’m looking atm )

Also the only extra that I want is the Harmen Kardon audio upgrade, haven’t experienced it but is it a big upgrade over the standard sound system ? 
 

really appreciate any help on the subject. I thought the best place to ask would be here 🙂

 

thanks in advanced 👍🏼

[Greydog]

Morning Josh

Welcome to the Forum

If nothing has changed BMW AUC cars always came with a 12month comprehensive BMW Warranty which should give some comfort, there should also be the opportunity to extend it if you wish, maybe see if you can squeeze the sales manager to extend it

Read through the 1 and 2 series posts not just this site to find an indication of recurring faults 

Then if all is good ENJOY your new to you Beemer

Dave