I'm looking to sell my '02 X5 4.4 with 95,500 miles. I have run into all the major defects of this model and have fixed all but one: The timing chain guides. After putting many thousands of dollars in this fine automobile, I have decided that it is time to go greener and more fuel efficient. (yeah yeah, I hear you). I'm looking for you savvy BMW peeps who understand what a major find my car is despite the fact that it needs another $2500.00 put into it before it can drive another 100,000 miles. I have all my maintenance /repair records and photos upon request. I will make a short list of what has been done in the last year:
-New Transmission -Rebuilt transfer case and new front drive shaft -New right and left front axles and assemblies -4 new staggered 20" tires - New rotors and brake pads -New belts, new hoses, new filters. In the last 3 years I have replaced the radiator assembly, Coolant tank and hoses, Position sensors, sunroof glass. In '08 I had the valley pan gasket replaced and a bunch of other things like window regulators/door lock assembly etc. I have kept up with all my scheduled services, run only on premium gas and synthetic oil. I believe this car will run for another 100,000 miles. It does have a couple cosmetic blemishes here and there which I can detail if requested. I have 2 working key fobs and one blank key as a backup. I suggest the buyer have the car repaired/flat bedded before driving since the timing chain guides are broken and could do damage to vehicle. |
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