Convinced my wife that we need a 3rd car

[Alfisti]

I don't know all the BMW gobbdygook but the 2T int hat car needs something changed on time..... some chain or something. Let me hit the interwebs......

Heeeeeeere it is.............

"It has been well documented in online forums, that thousands of early production N20 engines were manufactured with faulty internal plastic timing chain guides. Evidence indicates that defective polycarbonate compositions were utilized in the manufacturing process for the timing chain guide, and as a result over a very short period of time the rigid plastic guides would break down and deteriorate in the engine with little or no warning. Upon failure of these internal plastic components, the timing chain slackens (becomes loose) and "skips time" by jumping teeth on upper cam shaft sprocket, a phenomenon that causes catastrophic damage to the engine by changing the piston-to-valve synchronization and causing these parts to contact each other.

In 2017, a class action lawsuit[4] was filed by several owners against BMW seeking redress for the faulty units. Plaintiffs in the BMW engine defect class action seek to represent a nationwide Class of consumers affected by timing chain guide and secondary chain failure and wear as well as several subclasses for states such as New Jersey, Illinois, Florida, Utah, New York, Colorado, Texas, Alabama, Oklahoma, Massachusetts, California, Wisconsin, Oregon and North Carolina. In 2018 BMW attempted to dismiss the class action lawsuit.[5] In 2019 U.S. District Judge William H. Walls partially granted and partially denied BMW's motion to dismiss claims that it sold vehicles with a known engine defect. Walls also ruled that the automaker cannot escape the suit entirely.[5]"

[Alfisti]

Sorry run from both or just the N20?

Assuming you take a few G off the listed prices, these are not bad deals. A quick tune and what, 400hp hatchback?

https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/0...-c1dadd2789f3/

https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/1...-5eab4917a0e9/

Black one had a fender bender but nice car.

[Alfisti]

Subies had head gasket issues no?

We're back to a CX-30 it seems.

[austinwho]

This might be a crime but maybe get an audi with Quattro for winter time?

[eluded]

Just do what's on the TV during all the commercials… Buy a car for yourself and get her a puppy.

[wtwo3]

Originally Posted by eluded

Just do what's on the TV during all the commercials… Buy a car for yourself and get her a puppy.

Last thing I need is another dependent in this house. 2 kids are already kicking my ass.. I'm not built for this... I'm supposed to be a lone wolf enjoying freedom....

[austinwho]

Originally Posted by Onesie

Are they more reliable than BMW?
Because BMW are better, just not reliable.
We’ve been discussing xdrive models, which are superior to Quattro.

I agree, I just wasn't sure if they wanted another bmw. But might as well right? If I could, I would no doubt. But I never see snow so no reason.

[stein_325i]

Mazda would be my only option. Go for either a 3 Hatchback or CX-30 in my opinion, the interiors on those cars look and feel great and makes you feel like you bought a more expensive car than what you actually did. Reliability is also great, my eldest son has had an all Mazda household for years and has had no issues. Reliable, safe, stylish, and premium, and best of all drive great.

[wtwo3]

Originally Posted by austinwho

I agree, I just wasn't sure if they wanted another bmw. But might as well right? If I could, I would no doubt. But I never see snow so no reason.

I've been telling my wife.... the REAL solution is moving to the SW. Would love to move to Phoenix area. And she usually starts off agreeing and then starts talking about how our daughter has made all these friends now and it'll be hard to move.

[tturedraider]

I know you’re not really interested, but just fyi, that white X1 xDrive35i is available. Apparently the pending deal didn’t go through. https://www.carvana.com/vehicle/2582410

btw, I drove a 2006 E90 330i for 11 1/2 years and had very few issues. The main one was a leaking mechatronic sleeve on the transmission, which was pretty common. It had 116,000+ miles when I sold it to move into my 2018 F30 340i M Sport.

edit: I just remembered I did have a failed window lift on each of the back windows right at the end.

[gonzo]

New.
Mazda.
Done.

Home prices are going to plummet in Phoenix. Fyi.

[psuibmw]

Get the new Accord I’m seeing YouTube reviews saying it’s a great vehicle!

[wtwo3]

Originally Posted by psuibmw

Get the new Accord I’m seeing YouTube reviews saying it’s a great vehicle!

Too big unfortunately

[StradaRedlands]

Originally Posted by wtwo3

I've been telling my wife.... the REAL solution is moving to the SW. Would love to move to Phoenix area. And she usually starts off agreeing and then starts talking about how our daughter has made all these friends now and it'll be hard to move.

Just returned from a week in PHX... wouldn't wish it on my enemies. It's just okay for a couple months of the year, but still exurban sprawl everywhere.

Sedona, Prescott, Flag... yeah, those are great year round living!

[wtwo3]

Originally Posted by StradaRedlands

Just returned from a week in PHX... wouldn't wish it on my enemies. It's just okay for a couple months of the year, but still exurban sprawl everywhere.

Sedona, Prescott, Flag... yeah, those are great year round living!

I've been to Phoenix many times and I absolutely love it. The wide open spaces, proximity to great driving roads, the lack of humidity, great scenery, and not overly crowded... my kind of place.

[StradaRedlands]

Originally Posted by wtwo3

I've been to Phoenix many times and I absolutely love it. The wide open spaces, proximity to great driving roads, the lack of humidity, great scenery, and not overly crowded... my kind of place.

And no need for a winter car!

[whyzee125]

My mom used to have a GLK350 AWD. It was legitimately more reliable than even the Toyota's we've had (and my whole family are huge Toyota people).

Bought it almost new and sold it with 150k miles on it without one single issue whatsoever. Still had the original tires and brake pads at 115k, no joke. Fantastic car.

[whyzee125]

I also don't know if this is too big but I've always loved Volvo XC90's and think they're about the best SUV in that class that you can buy, especially for the price. I'm talking about the last gen. They look great, super reliable, ride like a dream, handle snow well and don't rust, easy enough to maintain, and did I say cheap? The last few years (12-14 I think?) they restyled them a bit and I think they look fantastic but that's probably an unpopular opinion lol.

[wtwo3]

Originally Posted by whyzee125

I also don't know if this is too big but I've always loved Volvo XC90's and think they're about the best SUV in that class that you can buy, especially for the price. I'm talking about the last gen. They look great, super reliable, ride like a dream, handle snow well and don't rust, easy enough to maintain, and did I say cheap? The last few years (12-14 I think?) they restyled them a bit and I think they look fantastic but that's probably an unpopular opinion lol.

The xc90s have always been good SUVs... but yes way too big

[nicholasn]

Originally Posted by wtwo3

Agreed it doesn't need to be a fun car. But it is fun to talk about what it could possibly be.

Ultimately I'll probably end up in the smallest CUV segment if I'm buying new. If I can keep this car for 10 years and only put 30-40k miles on it, reliability shouldn't be too much of a concern. And it'll serve me well when I ultimately graduate from my m3 and into my next bucket list car... a 911

Corolla cross
CX-30
Hyundai kona
Etc

Life's too short to drive boring cars. Doesn't mean you have to daily a Lotus but the Toyota is utterly forgettable, the Hyundai is meh, and the Mazda thinks it's an Italian CUV.

[wtwo3]

Originally Posted by nicholasn

Life's too short to drive boring cars. Doesn't mean you have to daily a Lotus but the Toyota is utterly forgettable, the Hyundai is meh, and the Mazda thinks it's an Italian CUV.

You're right, life is too short... that's why I bought an M3.

[MaC-N54-E82]

Originally Posted by wtwo3

Awesome suggestion - I think that whole class is full of some good options... Corolla Cross, Mazda CX-30, might even look into something like a Chevy Bolt. Not exactly the most exciting group of cars but reliable and easy to drive.

Add the Subaru Crosstrek to that list. Great MPG and solid with the 2.5 turbo.