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BMW X3 Reliability

41 messages,  Last post on Feb 23, 2013 at 2:01 PM

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What is this discussion about? BMW X3, BMW X5, SUV

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#37 of 41 Re: X3 reliability and cheer leading for zero effect [edwardsf] by pp2009pp

Sep 23, 2010 (5:47 pm)

Replying to: edwardsf (May 14, 2010 4:54 pm)
The dealer?
 
No, I lay the problems with this car at the foot of the manufacturer. The dealer can only do so much with what they are given to sell and service.

#38 of 41 Considering a 2005 BMW X3, input needed :) by carlamoreno

Jul 08, 2011 (4:22 pm)

Good deal? Give me your thoughts
 
18k
- 60 K service completed.
- New Tires
- SMOG check done .
- Registration paid for until June 2012.
 pics here
http://www.flickr.com/photos/93894566N00/sets/72157627123943462/

#39 of 41 Re: Considering a 2005 BMW X3, input needed :) [carlamoreno] by roadburner

Jul 17, 2011 (5:12 pm)

Replying to: carlamoreno (Jul 08, 2011 4:22 pm)
I think that it's worth between $15k-$17k; $18k could get you a 2006. As always, I'd want to have it inspected by a qualified BMW tech.

#40 of 41 Re: Consumer Reports & BMW X3 Reliability [hb3749] by bluegrove84

Jul 31, 2012 (10:58 am)

Replying to: hb3749 (Apr 08, 2007 9:58 pm)
My 2004 X3 started falling apart at 80K - I should have traded it in. I am now at 100K and the sunroof mysteriously fell to pieces and costs $2000 to repair. So my recommendation is to enjoy it for a 3 year lease (it was great in early years) but trade in before 50K miles. Also, do not order the panorama moonroof. BMW corporate would not assist with repairing it. My next car will not be a BMW because of BMW poor corporate response.

#41 of 41 Re: Consumer Reports & BMW X3 Reliability [bluegrove84] by urquattro83

Feb 23, 2013 (2:01 pm)

Replying to: bluegrove84 (Jul 31, 2012 10:58 am)
Please Google "statistically significant sample" Your sample size -- 1 -- is not a statistically-representative sample of the "population" thousands of of X3s sold during the model year of your X3 which, by the way, you failed to identify.
 
In addition, "started falling apart" is a meaningless statement.
 
Also, does, "I am now at 100K and the sunroof mysteriously fell to pieces" mean the glass shattered?

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