BMW first car q's

[goldmember6]

Hey, new to the forums, not sure if this is in the right place but w/e. Im getting a job over the summer and im hopping to start saving for a car. Ive been looking at used 3 series bmws for under 10000usd and most of them have 85-140k miles. And i was just curious how long does a bmw engine last? Because i know im going to be modding it(no not just and air filter and exaust, new headers valves,etc) and replacing parts when i get it. Plus my dad use to be a machanic so he can fix any problem that comes about.


thanks,
GM

[Ivan]

theyll run forever if you take care of them. i havent even taken the best care of mine and its still going strong at over 160k miles

[silent765]

mines at 160 and the dealer replaced the waterpump
thats all that has been wrong with mine oh and besides my rear driver side tire makes a thumping noise thats about it and mine and i drive mine recklessly in the rain i floor it get sideways and it still runs like a champ

[drz]

They will run well for a very long time if well cared for. My car has over 191k and I have no powertrain issues whatsoever.

For reference, check out the following thread:
"Today on my odometer..."