Hi,
So I took a test drive today on a 2005 325xi. They didn't have
any 325i's which they could pull out easily so I took the all wheel
drive out for a test. I have to say I like the ride of the car and I
could see out of the car easily (especially the left windows) which is
difficult in some cars I test drove including the Altima and Accord.
My one buddy who works at a dealer****p was telling me though that BMWs
are going to cost me a lot in repair and parts. He says that one of
his friends who has a 750 had the car more at the shop then he drives
it. Is this true with the 325i's as well? I'm going to be doing the
work myself but don't want to keep throwing parts into the car.
Also I had a look at the lower ball joint which appears to be reversed
and I remember on an Elantra which had a similar design that it was a
PITA to get a balljoint separator in between the driveshaft and the
nut to pop out the balljoint. Hyundai required a special tool to get
it out which cost $130. Is this the case with the 325i?
I'm trying to convince myself to get the BMW but I'd rather get a car
that I can repair then a car that looks nice.
Thanks in advance
Nick
