what is your advice for BMW 2004 735iL?

a7mosh
By a7mosh

Dear all
I'm really need your help and recommendations in regard buying BMW 2004 735il
the car is very clean comparing with others from the same series 7
What is The cons for this type of car?
i love this car,but some friends recommend not to have it as it is old now and i will have many visits to alfardan and paying not less than 5000QR in addition to maintenance costs and the problems begin in all over the car starting from computer systems, electricity..etc
I've been told even if you want to reinstall computer software will Cost you not less than 1800QR
Is package services apply by alfardan to 2004 as well.

appreciate your help and waiting for your advice
Thank you

By mzakria• 3 Nov 2012 19:40
Rating: 4/5
mzakria

Most european cars are designed for european conditions. This region is extremely hot, dusty and dry, which creates issues with the electronics. This reduces the overall mechanical and electronics life... The other major issue here is that most service centres have unqualified and untrained mechanics ... they can not troubleshoot nor repair... in the end u will pay heavily ... almost replacing every part in this car... Go for a Japanese or Korean. Regards

By da_ruru• 3 Nov 2012 19:29
da_ruru

If you are prepared to get stalled on the road for some reason with this car and has the patience to wait for the car to be repaired, then get this car. As what I have said from my previous answer, it will take a long time for the repairs to finish. And due to its age, expect major repairs and maintenance that comes with it. Make sure you have a spare car to use whenever this happens. (Based on my experience with BENZ and BMW cars)

By a7mosh• 3 Nov 2012 18:33
a7mosh

Thank you all for quick reply

but i still want to know why?!

What's the problem with this car

I need to tell me something makes me gets away from this car and

i don't think about it ever again

By da_ruru• 3 Nov 2012 16:23
Rating: 5/5
da_ruru

If you are going to use this car as your primary car, then I can say that it will spend much of the time in the garage more than the time you are able to use it. Unavailability of parts is the main concern. The parts has to be ordered elsewhere.

But if you are going yo use it as a secondary car, well this is a very nice car worth keeping.

By Ozf105• 3 Nov 2012 16:03
Ozf105

Your freinds are correct, take their advice.

Its not worth the trouble.

By hummy345• 3 Nov 2012 14:38
hummy345

its easy to buy bro but resale is very low :(

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