Once more, it mostly depends on the car you’re considering. You should also think about the car’s maintenance routine. A BMW should endure well over 100,000 miles if it has been properly-maintained and receives regular maintenance. Some owners have even driven their BMWs for more than 250,000 km.
As a result, when they receive proper care, they last for a very long period. To this, it should also be added that it depends on where you live. If you reside somewhere with poor driving conditions, you should anticipate a BMW to last less than 100,000 miles, probably even less. Ruined roads, a lot of snow in the winter, and other unpleasant circumstances are examples.
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All-around High Mileage
100,000 km or more is regarded as high mileage for the majority of sellers and BMW owners. Drivers typically estimate that a car will only last four to five more years after 100,000 miles.
A basic BMW will survive for at least 150,000 kilometers. But because to technical improvements made by BMW, some of their cars may now survive up to 200,000 or even 250,000 kilometers. In order to get the most life out of a used BMW, try to choose one with fewer than 100,000 miles on it.
A typical American driver logs 12,000 to 13,000 miles annually. Multiply the number of years you anticipate using the vehicle by 12,500 miles, and then account for the remaining mileage on the BMW. For instance, you must go at least 62,500 miles if you want this BMW to last for 5 years. You must locate a BMW with 100,000 miles or fewer because they only last between 150,000 and 200,000 kilometers. More than that, and the BMW is probably going to malfunction before the five years are up.
How far can a BMW travel?
BMWs are renowned for their high efficiency ratings and reliable engines, but with a price tag to match, customers wonder if they are really worth it. How many miles is a BMW good for?
With regular maintenance, the majority of BMW vehicles have a lifespan of 200,000–250,000 kilometers. As a car ages, you can anticipate replacing common elements like the battery, electric windows, and coolant system in addition to routine maintenance.
BMWs bought in the 1980s that are still in use today are not rare. On the weekends, you might even see well-kept BMWs with odometers showing more than 500,000 kilometers at the racetrack.
A 3-series was the first BMW I ever owned, and I drove it until it reached 209,000 miles on the odometer before trading it in. With that in mind, it’s important to think about what you should do (and avoid) to prolong the life of your BMW.
How Was the Car Maintained by the Previous Owner?
The importance of the owner taking care of the vehicle’s maintenance and repairs increases as the vehicle ages.
High mileage BMWs can be quite valuable to second, third, and fourth owners, but if the mileage reaches close to 100,000, it is crucial that the car has been well-kept.
The last thing you want to do is buy a ten-year-old E90 3 Series with 120,000 miles on it and poor maintenance from the previous owner. It WILL deplete your bank account and BE VERY UNRELAXED. You will have spent thousands of dollars more than the cost of the automobile by the time you are done restoring one to decent shape!
I have firsthand experience with the dramatic impact that properly maintained BMWs make. In my line of work, I occasionally purchased 3 Series BMWs with more than 100,000 miles on them to conduct some small repairs and resell, and occasionally I purchased BMWs with the same mileage for $500 since they were in terrible shape.
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The median for anything is not 50,000. Many people’s “Don’t own a BMW without a warranty” guideline is only applicable once the factory warranty expires.
In the end, everything hinges on how the vehicle you’re considering purchasing has been handled and maintained. Mine hasn’t had any warranty coverage since 50,001 and is now at 104,000. (to name a point )
According to me, there are three things to do:
- Locate a well-maintained vehicle whose maintenance and repair history is visible.
- Have a reliable, independent BMW expert examine it.
- Anything having a salvage title should be avoided.
I don’t offer auto warranty extensions. Regardless of who is selling it, there is a good chance that you will spend more money on an extended warranty than you will recover in repairs. Nobody is selling them to make a loss on the transaction.