Considering CPO X3 --- reliabilty concerns?

pit1 · 02-25-2009, 09:45 AM

I've done some searches on XBimmers but the forum is much less active. I know a few of you have mentioned owning X3s. Looking to pick up a CPO 2007 with Sport pkg. Anyone have reliability issues with them? I read of some transmission reprogramming, but overall comments are positive. Thought this crew might have some wisdom to offer up.

Thanks in advance

Ryan335 · 02-25-2009, 01:20 PM

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Originally Posted by pit1

I've done some searches on XBimmers but the forum is much less active. I know a few of you have mentioned owning X3s. Looking to pick up a CPO 2007 with Sport pkg. Anyone have reliability issues with them? I read of some transmission reprogramming, but overall comments are positive. Thought this crew might have some wisdom to offer up.

Thanks in advance

Only real issue is the transmission which, even when fixed, still sucks. My suggestion, get over the BMW badge and pick up a different SUV, the X3 is really really really not worth it. It really feels like a 20k automobile. Look at used Acura MDX's or new body ML 350's. They are much much nicer cars for your buck.

imported_mega · 02-25-2009, 01:59 PM

this is where you want to ask

http://www.x5world.com/

lots of tech articles and it's very active

mmm def · 02-25-2009, 05:58 PM

My sis actually just turned in her 07 X3 6sp with 24k miles, never had 1 single problem. I know it was still a baby. I wish she had kept it..

edl · 02-27-2009, 10:43 AM

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Originally Posted by pit1

I've done some searches on XBimmers but the forum is much less active. I know a few of you have mentioned owning X3s. Looking to pick up a CPO 2007 with Sport pkg. Anyone have reliability issues with them? I read of some transmission reprogramming, but overall comments are positive. Thought this crew might have some wisdom to offer up.

Thanks in advance

If you're buying a MY2007 CPO then you should have warranty until 2012-2013. Are you going to keep the car that long? If not, then you should have no concerns.

bubbletea 4 me · 02-27-2009, 01:56 PM

i would go for anything but X3, thing is down right butt ugly.. sorry :/ look for a used RDX, MDX, X5, etc..

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imported_mega Colonel 127 Rep 2,206 Posts Drives: various bmw's Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: neverland iTrader: (0)	this is where you want to ask http://www.x5world.com/ lots of tech articles and it's very active __________________ You only need two tools in life - WD-40 and Duct Tape. If it doesn't move and should, use the WD-40. If it shouldn't move and does, use the duct tape. Driving e82, e72, e85, R53 Gone but not forgotten.. 1974 2002, many various 3s.
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bubbletea 4 me Lieutenant Colonel 63 Rep 1,914 Posts Drives: Finally here Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Earth iTrader: (5)	i would go for anything but X3, thing is down right butt ugly.. sorry :/ look for a used RDX, MDX, X5, etc..
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