Problems with the 320i again, trade in for something else?

Masterplan · 09-19-2010, 08:24 AM

Good afternoon chaps,

Yesterday, driving home from shopping with the Mrs, the car started to vibrate like hell, and i could feel it even more through the pedals. So I call out Green Flag after limping home as it wasn't far.

Looks like its misfiring..AGAIN!!!! This is the third time in 4 months this car has been into BMW, and its doing my nut it now

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Every time it goes into the dealer, they fix the coil pack, injector and give it a software update but it never lasts. Plain and simply, I've had enough now.

I really don't know what to say when I go in with it tomorrow morning? Out of all the cars I've had, this one has been the most problematic. Should I trade it in?Just not sure what I'd get if I did.

I know it's a pretty well known fault with the 320i engine, so if anyone has experienced this and sorted it out, I'd be glad to hear from you.

Any advice and opinions appreciated.

Scott

spandeli · 09-19-2010, 11:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Masterplan

Every time it goes into the dealer, they fix the coil pack, injector and give it a software update but it never lasts. Plain and simply, I've had enough now.

what do you mean they fix the parts you mentioned above? These parts cannot be fix but replaced as its a common problem with all 320i.

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=136258

Masterplan · 09-19-2010, 11:52 AM

Sorry, I meant replace. Three replacements now, and if it's new parts then that means they've lasted a max of 5 months.

Chris100 · 09-19-2010, 01:47 PM

Mine has just been fixed for the same issues, I'm looking at an A5 on Wednesday for a possible trade in. If all goes well this will be my forth and final BMW, I've had enough with their dealerships

Masterplan · 09-19-2010, 04:04 PM

I have to agree. There's just no way I can afford to insure and drive the 6 cylinder models, so it looks like itl be an Audi or a VW if I do decide to get rid of it.

Such a good car, hindered by the 2.0l 4 cyl engine and poor dealership service. I never get a courtesy car, or reimbursed for the £50 in taxis I've had to pay to get to and from the dealership. I get made to feel like I'm an idiot for taking the car back, and I've had enough now.

bakili · 09-20-2010, 04:56 AM

If car gives you nothing than a headache, get rid of it.

I have 318i 2.0ltr petrol, touch wood no 320i problems so far 84k on clock.
Seems to be only 320i are badly effected.
Just dont understand

, same engine bit more power, and so many issues.

Go for 320d

chrisbin · 09-20-2010, 05:36 AM

Did you buy the 320i from new? Problem with trade in is that you are going lose out, but dont blame you wanting "out" of the vehicle...

Falmouthboy · 09-20-2010, 07:27 AM

I'm getting paranoid now having bought a 320i a month or so ago and THEN finding the forum.

A Sep 2008 car (Efficient Dynamics version) with 11,000 miles on the clock - when can I expect my world to start falling apart!

Jeff123 · 09-20-2010, 08:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Falmouthboy

I'm getting paranoid now having bought a 320i a month or so ago and THEN finding the forum.

A Sep 2008 car (Efficient Dynamics version) with 11,000 miles on the clock - when can I expect my world to start falling apart!

Don't worry too much. People generally post about problems on forums. Maybe 99% of 320i's are fine.

Masterplan · 09-20-2010, 12:08 PM

Its trading it in and finding something else that will keep me happy that's preventing me from doing it.

I'm 20, and thinking hot hatch again. Golf Gti maybe, Scirocco or Clio 200. All cheaper to buy than the 320i, so maybe start looking for one. Also a possibility of me losing my job, so I need to be careful with what I do next.

Such a headache....

09-19-2010, 08:24 AM	#1
Masterplan Lieutenant 124 Rep 572 Posts Drives: F87 M2 & G05 X5 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Problems with the 320i again, trade in for something else? Good afternoon chaps, Yesterday, driving home from shopping with the Mrs, the car started to vibrate like hell, and i could feel it even more through the pedals. So I call out Green Flag after limping home as it wasn't far. Looks like its misfiring..AGAIN!!!! This is the third time in 4 months this car has been into BMW, and its doing my nut it now . Every time it goes into the dealer, they fix the coil pack, injector and give it a software update but it never lasts. Plain and simply, I've had enough now. I really don't know what to say when I go in with it tomorrow morning? Out of all the cars I've had, this one has been the most problematic. Should I trade it in?Just not sure what I'd get if I did. I know it's a pretty well known fault with the 320i engine, so if anyone has experienced this and sorted it out, I'd be glad to hear from you. Any advice and opinions appreciated. Scott
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09-19-2010, 11:52 AM	#3
Masterplan Lieutenant 124 Rep 572 Posts Drives: F87 M2 & G05 X5 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Sorry, I meant replace. Three replacements now, and if it's new parts then that means they've lasted a max of 5 months.
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Chris100 First Lieutenant 7 Rep 367 Posts Drives: 320d M Sport Highline Coupe Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: N.Ireland iTrader: (0)	Mine has just been fixed for the same issues, I'm looking at an A5 on Wednesday for a possible trade in. If all goes well this will be my forth and final BMW, I've had enough with their dealerships
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Masterplan Lieutenant 124 Rep 572 Posts Drives: F87 M2 & G05 X5 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	I have to agree. There's just no way I can afford to insure and drive the 6 cylinder models, so it looks like itl be an Audi or a VW if I do decide to get rid of it. Such a good car, hindered by the 2.0l 4 cyl engine and poor dealership service. I never get a courtesy car, or reimbursed for the £50 in taxis I've had to pay to get to and from the dealership. I get made to feel like I'm an idiot for taking the car back, and I've had enough now.
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bakili Lieutenant 38 Rep 427 Posts Drives: bmw e90 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Doncaster iTrader: (1) Garage List not old 318i [0.00]	If car gives you nothing than a headache, get rid of it. I have 318i 2.0ltr petrol, touch wood no 320i problems so far 84k on clock. Seems to be only 320i are badly effected. Just dont understand , same engine bit more power, and so many issues. Go for 320d __________________ Last edited by bakili; 09-20-2010 at 06:16 AM..
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chrisbin Colonel 112 Rep 2,333 Posts Drives: 640i MSport Coupe Join Date: May 2005 Location: S.Wales, UK iTrader: (1)	Did you buy the 320i from new? Problem with trade in is that you are going lose out, but dont blame you wanting "out" of the vehicle... __________________ Current: F13 640i MSport, e85 Z4 3.0i Previous - Alpina D3 BiTurbo E90 LCI Manual, 320d M Sport E92 Auto, 330i M Sport E92 courtesy of BMW UK....320i M Sport E92 Auto, 320d SE E90 Manual.
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Falmouthboy Squadron Leader (Ret'd) 25 Rep 627 Posts Drives: E91 330d SE & Mini Coupe JCW Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Cornwall iTrader: (0)	I'm getting paranoid now having bought a 320i a month or so ago and THEN finding the forum. A Sep 2008 car (Efficient Dynamics version) with 11,000 miles on the clock - when can I expect my world to start falling apart!
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Masterplan Lieutenant 124 Rep 572 Posts Drives: F87 M2 & G05 X5 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Its trading it in and finding something else that will keep me happy that's preventing me from doing it. I'm 20, and thinking hot hatch again. Golf Gti maybe, Scirocco or Clio 200. All cheaper to buy than the 320i, so maybe start looking for one. Also a possibility of me losing my job, so I need to be careful with what I do next. Such a headache....
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