A very loaded used 2018 X5 with under 400 miles...

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Originally Posted by lemming

Sorry boys. Just calling it like I see it.

BMW engines feel disposable.

BMW V8s have always been higher maintenance. I remember in my dealership days that the E38/E39 540s and 740s from the 90s had oil leaks and required replacing valley pan and valve cover gaskets. The motor ran well but required higher level of maintenance vs. the 6 cylinders. (And let’s not even talk about the Nikasil block issues with the E32/E34 V8s that required engine replacements &#128516

That being said, the turbo V8 has been a much bigger issue. The N63 (up to 2013-ish?) was their first “hot-vee” design and had a long list of issues. They had a bulletin to revamp a bunch of stuff called the “Customer Care Package” - dual issue of excessive heat causing oil leaks/consumption + eating batteries. They’ve come out with a few updates - I had N63TU in my 2016 550 and it was trouble free for 3.5 years.