[WTA] BMW F30 320i 2014-2016, [WTA] BMW F30 320i 2014-2016 Q&A
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 Nov 29 2019, 07:23 AM, updated 7y ago
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Dear owners of BMW F30 320i,
I was thinking of getting one. Want to ask/consult on:- 1. Performance? Under power? 2. Reliable? Any issues? 3. It has a start stop function, problematic? 4. Maintenance high or not? 5. What to look out for when getting a used one? Thank you |
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Nov 29 2019, 07:27 AM
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Nov 29 2019, 07:45 AM
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Nov 29 2019, 07:49 AM
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Nov 29 2019, 07:51 AM
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Around 10k in maintenance per year, give or take
If you dont mind pouring such amount to maintain an old car, then go ahead |
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Nov 29 2019, 07:53 AM
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Nov 29 2019, 07:54 AM
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Just buy below 2years. Still got warranty
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Nov 29 2019, 08:05 AM
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car is like stepping stone from one to another
this one is hole, step in cannot come out |
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Nov 29 2019, 08:05 AM
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If u have a spare car, you are good to go
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Nov 29 2019, 08:12 AM
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Give chance to TS la. Some used BMW especially the pre-owned range directly from BMW is a good deal also siap ada decent warranty schemes.
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Nov 29 2019, 08:21 AM
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QUOTE(ketupatlazat @ Nov 29 2019, 07:51 AM) Around 10k in maintenance per year, give or take japanese car cant relate to this. service at SC for 10k km interval at rm500-600 max. so maximum 3 times services, 30k km at rm1.8k onlyIf you dont mind pouring such amount to maintain an old car, then go ahead  |
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Nov 29 2019, 08:36 AM
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QUOTE(ayamxxx @ Nov 29 2019, 08:21 AM) japanese car cant relate to this. service at SC for 10k km interval at rm500-600 max. so maximum 3 times services, 30k km at rm1.8k only Ya lehhConti spare parts are generally 2-3× the cost vs japs. Multiply that with higher number of sensors and electronic parts, then once one by one go busted, gg lorr TS just needs to make sure the happiness of driving a conti far outweigh the money flowing out |
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Nov 29 2019, 08:45 AM
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dont buy BMW if you worry about 2,3,4. because you will never get a positive answer
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Nov 29 2019, 08:47 AM
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QUOTE(simonlws @ Nov 29 2019, 07:23 AM) Dear owners of BMW F30 320i, Check n20 engine issues. Thanks me later.I was thinking of getting one. Want to ask/consult on:- 1. Performance? Under power? 2. Reliable? Any issues? 3. It has a start stop function, problematic? 4. Maintenance high or not? 5. What to look out for when getting a used one? Thank you |
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Nov 29 2019, 08:49 AM
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Nov 29 2019, 08:49 AM
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QUOTE(ze2 @ Nov 29 2019, 08:47 AM) Check n20 engine issues. Thanks me later. oil pump & timing chain problem can cut my leg |
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Nov 29 2019, 08:53 AM
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Nov 29 2019, 08:56 AM
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Let me preface by saying I'm not owner, but i do know that you won't get good answers in this section. The fast and furious section might yield the better answers but asking at fb owner groups or bmw Malaysia forum is better.
That said, I've also been looking and researching into the F30 as well (but 328i instead of 320i) and here's some of the issues I've found - steering rack knocking (can be fixed with repair kit) - oil sump leaking (if it leaks, need to change) - head gasket leaking (again if it leaks, need to change) Iirc these are the main ones. So you'll need some cash set aside. And this is common sense, but don't tie down yourself into a 7 or 9 year loan with a car this old. |
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Nov 29 2019, 08:56 AM
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QUOTE(ayamxxx @ Nov 29 2019, 08:49 AM) oil pump & timing chain problem can cut my leg Under warranty still Ok, else prepare 45kThis post has been edited by ze2: Nov 29 2019, 08:56 AM |
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Nov 29 2019, 09:11 AM
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QUOTE(Panzerkampfwagen @ Nov 29 2019, 08:56 AM) Let me preface by saying I'm not owner, but i do know that you won't get good answers in this section. The fast and furious section might yield the better answers but asking at fb owner groups or bmw Malaysia forum is better. conti uses a lot of plastic parts, after 6years or so, things start to crack and leak, then sensor issues, that sort of nonsense.That said, I've also been looking and researching into the F30 as well (but 328i instead of 320i) and here's some of the issues I've found - steering rack knocking (can be fixed with repair kit) - oil sump leaking (if it leaks, need to change) - head gasket leaking (again if it leaks, need to change) Iirc these are the main ones. So you'll need some cash set aside. And this is common sense, but don't tie down yourself into a 7 or 9 year loan with a car this old. so those reviews less than 5years couldnt be trusted because as i said, Germans designed their cars to last for 5years only |
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Nov 29 2019, 09:13 AM
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Still alot on the road now means still ok no? Compared to same year golf/308 last time flood the roads now nowhere to be seen AlvisTeh liked this post
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Nov 29 2019, 09:21 AM
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my friend just got a 2012 320i a couple of months back,
change all lower arms & control arms, toe arms , change RDS shocks, change brakes, service both engine and transmission filter, new engine, transmission, diff fluid but using premium stuff. and some small petty stuff needed to change he changed, havent even rechip yet. out of everything i only remember changing transmission filter and fluid which is about 1.6-1.8k including fluid. basic service la, upwards of 20k spent within weeks, most of it due to the suspension, yours could be half the price. for a conti car, quite cheap to refresh. This post has been edited by LimauKering: Nov 29 2019, 09:22 AM |
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Nov 29 2019, 09:29 AM
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Nov 29 2019, 10:38 PM |
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Nov 29 2019, 09:29 AM
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Nov 29 2019, 09:41 AM
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Suggest get a pre-reg than a used unit
If u insist |
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Nov 29 2019, 09:45 AM
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QUOTE(AllnGap @ Nov 29 2019, 09:11 AM) conti uses a lot of plastic parts, after 6years or so, things start to crack and leak, then sensor issues, that sort of nonsense. Can't agree more on this. so those reviews less than 5years couldnt be trusted because as i said, Germans designed their cars to last for 5years only If you want most peace of mind by owning an F30. Get a 320d. That's it. This post has been edited by kembayang: Nov 29 2019, 09:45 AM AlvisTeh liked this post
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Nov 29 2019, 09:50 AM
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QUOTE(Boy96 @ Nov 29 2019, 09:13 AM) Still alot on the road now means still ok no? Compared to same year golf/308 last time flood the roads now nowhere to be seen Agree.. I see more F30 than A4 and Passat combined |
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Nov 29 2019, 09:56 AM
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sold mine couple of years ago,not satisfied with the performance
and bough mclaren |
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Nov 29 2019, 09:57 AM
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maintenance high . if got extra 20-30k cash for spare parts then can go ahead.... or else dont dream .
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Nov 29 2019, 10:11 AM
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Endless money pit
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Nov 29 2019, 10:14 AM
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bro get 320d instead
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Nov 29 2019, 10:15 AM
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QUOTE(AllnGap @ Nov 29 2019, 09:11 AM) conti uses a lot of plastic parts, after 6years or so, things start to crack and leak, then sensor issues, that sort of nonsense. The F30 has been around since 2012 thoughso those reviews less than 5years couldnt be trusted because as i said, Germans designed their cars to last for 5years only |
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Nov 29 2019, 10:22 AM
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if u ask question 2 and 4, then this car is not for u
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Nov 29 2019, 10:36 AM
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I used to drive F30 320i for some time as company car and I must say I didn't like it because it has this jerks at low speed. Turning on comfort mode also useless
 . Then I went and see the G20 330i also has this kind of behaviour. The 3 series exterior design has always been nice but the jerk feel I really cannot accept since I so used to the non-sporty gear shift in Japanese cars. But never tried 320d though, is it also the same like the petrol version?This post has been edited by walkmanphone: Nov 29 2019, 10:36 AM |
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QUOTE(Panzerkampfwagen @ Nov 29 2019, 10:15 AM) The F30 has been around since 2012 though whatever it is, on top of the usual service, just prepare extra 10k a year |
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Nov 29 2019, 02:37 PM
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QUOTE(Brotherjoe @ Nov 29 2019, 09:50 AM) Agree.. I see more F30 than A4 and Passat combined passat actually quite a lot now on the road |
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QUOTE(kembayang @ Nov 29 2019, 09:45 AM) Can't agree more on this. why 320dIf you want most peace of mind by owning an F30. Get a 320d. That's it. |
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Nov 29 2019, 02:54 PM
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Anyone can buy a BMW. You need to ask yourself if you can afford it or not. If you have concerns as per your original post, best stick to Japanese cars.
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Nov 29 2019, 03:00 PM
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QUOTE(simonlws @ Nov 29 2019, 07:23 AM) Dear owners of BMW F30 320i, Simple answer is if you can afford the expensive repairs and maintenance costs go for it.....if not do yourself a favour and opt for a Toyota or Honda. European luxury cars are notorious money pits.I was thinking of getting one. Want to ask/consult on:- 1. Performance? Under power? 2. Reliable? Any issues? 3. It has a start stop function, problematic? 4. Maintenance high or not? 5. What to look out for when getting a used one? Thank you |
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QUOTE(axelrade @ Nov 29 2019, 02:38 PM) why 320d 320d 520d proven least break down type |
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advice you to get those under 10k ... 20 year old BMW e46
if you still can buy it, means the owner took good care of the car.. |
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QUOTE(sonicboom9000 @ Nov 29 2019, 03:44 PM) Simple answer is if you can afford the expensive repairs and maintenance costs go for it.....if not do yourself a favour and opt for a Toyota or Honda. European luxury cars are notorious money pits. BMW... Luxury ? |
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QUOTE(ze2 @ Nov 29 2019, 07:47 AM) Check n20 engine issues. Thanks me later. Thank you. Forgotten about this engine issue.  |
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Nov 29 2019, 10:42 PM
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Top up and get the LCI 330i instead. B48 > N20 engine
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QUOTE(captain fast @ Nov 29 2019, 02:54 PM) Anyone can buy a BMW. You need to ask yourself if you can afford it or not. If you have concerns as per your original post, best stick to Japanese cars. +1not fussy like Italian car, but extra cc just for maintenance is a must |
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QUOTE(torreto @ Nov 29 2019, 09:42 PM) Top up and get the LCI 330i instead. B48 > N20 engine Duly noted. |
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Nov 29 2019, 10:49 PM
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Dear all,
Thanks for all the good advises and pointers. It shows you guys knows the car. A true petrol-head. Forever appreciated. It’s not that I do not now that cost but wanted to know the reliability of this particular car. Some of the bro’s here truly highlighted very factual reason e.g. N20 got issue on the timing belt. Steering rack issue etc. These are good informations for potential owners to put into considerations. Really appreciated, again I would let to say. I guess I have to look for 2015 model and not before 2015 model. |
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