Alan T

X5 30k plus repairs

BMW X5, purchased from Bavarian BMW for £40,000. Since purchase, the vehicle has experienced repeated major faults, including rear suspension replacements (3 times), air suspension compressor, transfer case (£8,000), steering rack, 3 rocker cover oil leaks, complete AdBlue system replacement, catalytic converter, blocked pipe causing spluttering, 2 struts in the boot, and all drive shafts replaced. The car has been off the road for weeks and weeks, and over 2,000 miles have been racked up in dealer “road tests”. The total cost of repairs has exceeded £30,000