Feeling utterly bewildered

[GURU4U2BUY]

I have a start-up business and need to visit clients often, so I need a vehicle with a 6-cylinder engine that can cover 25-30k miles per year.

With a budget of no more than £12,000, dependability is paramount.

looked at
One-owner, full BMW service history, 90,000 miles, f10 530d (2014). The turbo went out the day I went to pick it up from the dealer.

I bought what I thought was an older, non-turbo petrol vehicle.
- My 2009 BMW 325i has 77k miles and a complete service history, but it keeps breaking down for no apparent reason. The problems include an electrical management light (EML), a whining differential, gaps in the rev band, and the constant need for water.

completely bewildered as to where to begin.
I used to own four E46s, and they were impervious to bullets.I have been crushed by the younger generations.

Your recommendation?

[GURU4U2BUY]

https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=BMW&linkCode=gg3

[andy_bmw_1965]

There's nothing wrong with a car with an N47 engine as long as it has low mileage or has had its timing chain done. I used to recommend 6 cylinders, but the N57 has too many problems. Instead, look at the BMW N47 or B47; there are plenty of models to choose from within your budget.

[andy_bmw_1965]

https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=BMW&linkCode=gg3

[maturo99]

Like mentioned before, it's a good idea to check the BMW's service history for any unusual items, but especially the frequency of oil and filter changes; the more frequent the better.

[GURU4U2BUY]

Gentlemen, I am much obliged.
Are 6-cylinder equivalents something you think people should avoid?

[AndrewGuidon67]

Forget about reliability issues ever again—just get something Japanese.

Alternatively, try something crazy and carefully evaluate your prospective clients to reduce your miles to 7,000 to 10,000.