Reliability?

[opus_gumbo]

Hello,
I am considering purchasing a 1988 635 CSi. It is in quite good shape (I would have it evaluated if I were to consider buying it) and it has an automatic transmission. My question is on the reliability of this and other 6 series vehicles. I love the cars, but I want something that is not high, high maintenance. I expect a reasonable amount of service on a car of this age, but can anyone tell me about the amount and, especially, cost that they have observed of the maintenance on these cars? Thank you very much.

[KC Ron Carter]

First let me say I really enjoy my e24.



It is a 1985 e24 and it is twice as likely to have electrical issues when compared to my 1984 e30 325.

The e24 was originally manufactured in Italy under contract.

I am afraid some of the wiring retains an Italian reliability.

Fun car but unless you can troubleshoot electrical issues, you will buy a few mechanics new boats.

Later,

[Mark Loy]

Budget $500 to $1k a year for maintenance and repairs. Finding a reliable repair shop is another problem.

[barry99astro]

they were always made in germany and the electrical is the same as every other bmw, these cars need to be worked on like every other 20 year old car

[jasonf8]

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