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A timing chain for the F31 320D from 2014.

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Labusthetormentor
Posts: 54
Joined: Mon Feb 02, 2026 9:03 pm

Greetings everyone,

I just acquired a 2014 F31 320D with the infamous engine that supposedly had timing chain problems.

My car has never had this done before and is now at 111,000 miles; if anyone knows where I can get it replaced, please let me know.

I think it would be better to replace it now just to be safe.
I've heard that getting it to BMW may be a bit of a hassle, so I was hoping someone in the southwest might give me some insight into that or know of someone who can.

Open to traveling to ensure a perfect completion.

Much obliged to everyone
NirviusTom
Posts: 72
Joined: Mon Feb 02, 2026 8:59 pm

I don't know where you're based, but if you're in the Wiltshire area, johnnyroper is the man to contact.
TotalRecall4Cars
Posts: 57
Joined: Mon Feb 02, 2026 8:52 pm

Repaired the engine in my automobile admirably.
Labusthetormentor
Posts: 54
Joined: Mon Feb 02, 2026 9:03 pm

Everyone, I appreciate your responses.

I spoke with Jonny and am looking forward to utilizing his services in the near future.
Diveintothebluee
Posts: 51
Joined: Mon Feb 02, 2026 9:04 pm

It may take a week or two for him to finish, but you won't be disappointed.
Benjamin_RR
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Joined: Mon Feb 02, 2026 9:00 pm

I thought I read somewhere that a replacement would cost around £4,000 (engine out), but I'm not sure if that's true.
NirviusTom
Posts: 72
Joined: Mon Feb 02, 2026 8:59 pm

It is not a four thousand dollar task, regardless of whether a manual car's clutch and flywheel are required. If someone offers you four thousand dollars for it, kindly decline.
Diveintothebluee
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Joined: Mon Feb 02, 2026 9:04 pm

Ignorant person who offered $4k obviously wasn't interested in the position, haha.
TotalRecall4Cars
Posts: 57
Joined: Mon Feb 02, 2026 8:52 pm

around £1,500 to £1,500 at independents.however, if my memory serves me well, Johnny is superior than that.
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