This is a 2006 BMW 650CI for sale at a local auction. It’s from an estate sale with 40,000 miles on the odometer! Should I buy it? How much $?! EDIT: This car sold for $15,000. Too much, as nice as it was, so I did not buy it.
For all those who are looking at this video here are some clarifications. The water in the trunk occurs on the convertible models due to clogged drain ports, it doesn’t occur on the coupe. The smoke issue primarily occurs on the 4.4l (645ci) and is not as common on the 4.8l N62TU. If there is smoke it is due to either the CCV valves or the valve stem seals. This car did not show the symptoms and at under 50k it would be surprising if it did. Taking the oil cap off while running is useless. Take the cap off when the engine is off, use a flashlight, and look inside for sludge and grime (grit) this is evidence or to long of oil change intervals. Also look at the water pump for signs of coolant (water pipe seal failure) and look for oil leaking behind the alternator, hard to see but use a flashlight and if it’s leaking there you’ll see oil all over. IMPORTANT: If you don’t work on cars yourself, stay away. This is a $100k car new and it’s every bit a supercar, it’s very expensive to take it to BMW for service. It is not difficult to repair any issues, it’s just time consuming. The model shown looks to be in great shape, low mileage, and a 6 speed manual, it’s a very desirable car. I always felt it was like a larger Porsche 911.
Thanks for the real knowledge. this car sold for $15,000 Canadian, which is less than 12k USD. I didn't buy it but I think it would have been very nice.
I have it’s smaller brother, 630i.. had it 3 years but I am on/off about getting a 650i.. I have sorted absolutely everything on my 630i, even upgraded the suspension with Eibach and fitted brand new 20” Veemann VC7 alloys. So if I pull the trigger on a 650i the potential is to start again with a list of issues.. Can’t make my mind up 🤷🏼♂️
Yes, awesome engines. "ProTip": Get full coverage, even at its age, if your wreck it, parts are extremely hard to find and very unreasonable if you manage too. Other than that, your gonna love it?
I currently have one.... she's a beauty but I will NEVER buy another BMW.. too many issues and maintenance is WAY TOO expensive. There is always something wrong with this thing
That's what I'm afraid of..... Currently looking at a beautiful black on black convertible in pristine condition. Something about it just screams high maintenance.
@@maximilliangenius5572 don't do it lol... after the warranty ends it seems like the car starts to fall apart.... they look nice and drive amazingly though that's when it's not in the shop!
Bottom line is it is a high maintenance vehicle but if you are handy with tools to do most of basics then you are good , the are some things that can be costly , but it is best not to use this car as a daily commuter car gas mileage doesn’t cut it , it’s a nice fun car to drive but at the end of the day it’s a high end car with maintenance that has to be done as scheduled but 15,000 is a bit pricy regardless if it has 40,000 miles , i would offer 13,000 n no higher than. 13,500
I bought this car @ 83k + mileage on it @ $12. Is that expensive? I had $10k paid for its reinforcements. M waiting for it to reach 100k mileage before I resell it. It’s now reached 97k.
Pro tip on removing an oil cap while the engine is running: You are checking for blow by: when the rings go bad, it will cause pressure to build up in the crank case and you can tell by removing the oil cap. If I were looking at a used car, and the owner told not to take off the oil cap, I would walk away. Just don't drive with the oil cap removed, just check.
@@Iconoclast113 I'd let it go for $36,000. it's practically brand new and only been registered a few summers. Been rained on a maybe 3 times. I have a short video of it on my channel.
Did the BMW 4.4 liter dual turbo V8 (in the 2012 650i on up) fix the problems associated with the earlier 4.8 liter V8? I know the pre-2012 650i (with the 4.8 V8) had lots of problems with leakage.
I don't know but I suspect each generation has its own german quirks and issues. Those 650i Gran Coupe are nice. Under the radar supercar. Would love to drive one on a long Interstate trip at 100+ MPH all day.
No, same problems and those N63 engines are even worse. Just look it up. I can’t recommend enough staying away from an N63 car. With the N62, if it had proper oil change intervals (5-7k miles), the car will be good for a long time. N62 still has a mechanical water pump (good thing as it’s more reliable and it’s cheaper to replace), and there’s still an oil dipstick!
@@gregs_garage you can screw Up the engine man, that is bad for the car... The correct form is start the car when is cold, wait like 5 mins, the turn it off, and check the oíl level, that the correct way
Who ever designed these alloy wheels needs a kick in the bollocks. Change the engine and put in a Ford fiesta 1.1L push-rod ,AND THEN UNLEASH THE BEAST FROM ITS CAGE.
I just bought a convertible 2006 model for $4K, 135K miles after spending $2500 on the engine. I think I can get twice as much for selling it right away but I am thinking about keeping it for 5+ years... Pray for my soul 🤦🏽♂️🤷🏽♂️
DONT DO IT take it from me lol it’s not worth it this thing is EXPENSIVE to maintain and the parts are hard to find, something’s wrong with it trust me, they also love burning oil
If the needle didn't move, the oil isn't "warmed up." And NEVER take the oil cap off while the engine is running. You shouldn't be allowed near a hood latch.
@@gregs_garage I would not have snapped at you like Will but as you witnessed in the video, oil splurges everywhere. Also there's a chance any foreign substance finding their way into your engine internals. Seems small but bearing clearances have tolerance in the ten-thousands of an inch. That like the width of one piece of paper.
@@gregs_garage On a BMW because it throws off sensors on any car because something could get in there while the engine is running. I mean if you want to break you shit dude it's all good.
