First BMW... 2003 325xi

[calvin415]

Just bought a 03 325xi w/ 59k miles... Looking through the maintenance schedule it looks like I don't need to do a think on her other than oil changes (plan on 5000-7500 miles based on posts I've read) until I hit 100k is that right?

[peterkulesza]

pretty much correct. you may think of replacing the brake fluid, and checking rotors. pads of course you will change....

[calvin415]

Pad are good, my mechanic told me the looked brand new so they must have been changed by the previous owner/dealer... Should I need to change the brake/other fluids before 100k miles?

[peterkulesza]

i would. cheap insurance (but i also change engine, transmission and differential oil etc, WAY excessive).

brake fluid absorbs water, so it pays to change or at least flush every 2 years....

[will3hawks]

Don't forget coolant every 2 years and if you have an automatic transmission PLEEZE don't buy the factory bullshit about the transmission never needing service. They should have new ATF every 30-35K unless you like buying transmissions.