2002 BMW X5 review from North America
"Never buy a BMW again"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Purchased a 2002 BMW X5 3.0, with 49K miles, but since 2005 until now 2007 it has been in the shop 4 or 5 times, all about the warning light (check engine soon).
I recently took it for the 60K mile check, which cost $1200, and now a month later the light came back on. I was told by a friend to disconnect the battery for few minutes to reset the light.
Any ideas on what to do?
General comments?
This SUV is beautiful inside and out. It handles very nice, but now is making a hole in my pocket.
I may have to sell it, and will never buy a BMW again.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model Year | 2002 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 49000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 65000 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota 4Runner |
| Date of Entry | 23rd July, 2007 |