2005 4.4i owner here. had mine 7 years. i’ve done everything you can imagine. valve seals, coolant transfer pipe, you name it. still love the car and still cheaper than a $700 a month car payment for a new car with the same features

I do wanna thank you sir. I’ve been following you for years now and your videos have saved me thousands for my X5 4.4. I didn’t realize what I got into but your videos were always helpful and got me through several issues. Thanks again 🙏🏻

I own a '05 X5 since new. N62. Pretty shitty that you only point out negatives. What about the positives? Great community over at xoutpost, really not too many problems aside from regular maintenance (cooling system), suspension, brakes, etc. Im on original door handles & regulators. Pano & auto fold in mirrors work. Transfer case gear never replaced. Parts relatively cheap. The only, & only thing this car hit us with was the valve stem seals. When this was addressed the timing cover gaskets were also resealed. This is an amazing car if you can DIY & it drives awesome. No TPMS sensors, no need to register the battery, simple macpherson suspension. Dont get the impression that I baby the car either. I abuse the daylights out of it, infact if you see an idiot in one around NYC, its more then likely me...

Honestly. He's right. We all know it. I love my E53. I've been very fortunate and only have had to put about $2,500 into mine but I can just tell there will be more. But I need to get rid of mine before it costs me a fortune.

i bought a 06 diesel 4 months ago,changed all fluids first week end,recently purchased a scanner,no codes or issues..maybe mines a freak lol very happy with it...and good video young man..btw mine is Australian model..weather conditions not as harsh as in USA

I have had 4 BMW’s have not had a single issue. Regular preventative maintenance is all I have ever needed. Will pick up my 5th used bmw this time an X5. I fully expect it will be just as reliable as my 4 previous cars.

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I have a e53 for 15 years all you have to do is be the best diy you can and learn from KZfaqrs . On the other hand my friends are on there 2nd car payment about $700 a month + a hefty insurance, you do the math

I love my 04 E53 it’s been on the autobahn. Sweet daily.

Incredibly helpful info, thanks much! I now know what to check first when I test drive my neighbor's '05 X5. And thank you for link to Creator C310 BMW Scan Tool and other links. You rock. 👍

You are wrong they are no more unreliable than any other car had my 02 x5 4.4i v8 for 4 years apart from the normal tyres brake pads I haven't touched it it just runs perfectly if you want one go get one make sure it's been looked after properly not by someone who hasn't got a clue how to look after them then plame the car for being unreliable

I have one very high maintenance but it’s a solid feeling , running vehicle..

I have 177k. New transmission, main seal, drivers side CV joint, expansion tank, valve cover gasket, new spark plugs, all filters, Oil 8.5 qrts, O2 sensor, water pump, thermostat, all belts, all brakes and rotors, rear suspension control arms, fuel filter, all fluids flush (engine block), two window regulators, battery, all lights bulbs, solder rear tail lights, new front tires, Diy $5,800. I expect another 75k for my 5,800 investment. Easy job except rear suspension (extra hand) and installing transmission shop charged 1,200 labor, Certified transmission cost 2,800 all included in $5,800 total cost, all inclusive. BMW. "Better than a Whore".

Well, you put me off getting one. Would have liked it as an affordable classic.

i love your channel, thanks for your videos. would be great to see test drives bruh

I have a 2005 e53 3.0d sport edition ,done 280k miles in it ..main issues are door handles when frozen like he explains in clip ..bar that no terrible issues,maybe its because i have rare manual transmission opposed to automatic ?

Thank you for this video. A BMW is my dream vehicle and I'll get one some day, but right now I'll keep looking at the Lexus RX's for a reliable cash priced SUV.

Informative video, thanks for uploading. I would like an X5 but after how our 330i and 528i treat us I am scared to death to buy another one. I think I have replaced everything twice on both our cars.

01 x5 3.0i . yes too much DYI but simple stuffs. thinking of changing the diferential fluids and the trans. engine still purr like a kitty 161K

Ive has this car for 13 years, yes i have replaced the rotted brake lines. How did you spend $1,000 in brake lines if you took it to the delaler? I thought you were a diy? In ky case sunroof has been flawless so far.

I’m from Ct aswell cool to see this video I just bought an 02 x5

I want to buy e53 3.0d on daily car its a good idea guys??

I have had two e53's,first one needed a little cog in the transfer case and the second i have had three years with no problems except the door handles. A windshield in Scotland is £110 fitted. :-)Edit..... Why do you have four spacesavers on her ?

I replaced the handels on my x5 a few months ago and just recently 2 of them stoped working again.

Badass mafia car in eastern europe.

One question for you: Is it worth going for an E70 as opposed an E53 these days? What would the benefits be to the E70? I absolutely love the styling (and relative simplicity) of the E53, and am considering that route.That said, I appreciate your opinion!

I really love Mines too 🤙🏽

Dude half of the things you sad were just normal staff one should check on ANY OTHER CAR, which is grate. But heres a good advise spend 2 or 3 k more when buying and it will not cost you 13k in repairs. 😊

13,000??? How is that even possible. Did you not get a 3.0 m54? This is like the guy on the SL550 group that claimed he put in $38,000 in 5 years (in a car worth maybe $20k). I mean seriously they sell copper nickel line rolls for like $25 and you can do the entire car…..bro you aren’t looking in the right places for repair advice. And no there isn’t a 100% chon the door carriers. I’ve had e53s longer than you’ve been alive and never did one. Now the window clips sure, but those are $1 on eBay for a 2 pack (or were pre covid)

Absolutely informative Will buy Creator C310 OBD II Some replacement item from Creator C501 perhaps some improvement? Thank you Bimmer Ziet. I have seen your name mentioned in one of seller’s portal 😀

Seem like you bought one that needed everything doing, mine just needed tyres and a transfer case actuator after 3 years ... pads due next

I have a 04 X5 4,4 v8 3 years owning it engine light has never came one. Only changed one brake like so far

Is the manual version any good?

I disliked your video for spreading lies and trying to defame BMW. Your precious Lexus will also show problems and failures if you don't maintain it. Lexus also requires periodic maintenance, ANY car does

Really good deep video but please.. dont put music under.. really annoying .

Have you done a transmission service on your 3.0i? I’ve been wanted to do one as mine is nearing 122k miles.

Seriously what is up with the BMW window regulators....

Are you happy with that parking?

Did you resolve your stuck roof shade? What was it?

As a 3.0L, you shouldn't be spending $13k to keep it running. That's insane.

If you still plan on getting this then go for the 3.0 d

In Indonesia, the X5 E53 with M54 engine is considered alot more durable engine compare to X5 E70 engine eventhough the the X5 E70 is more expensive than X5 E53. Do you think it is true that the X5 E53 s more durable engine? Thank you

I'm a bmw owner (e36) and my family has owned bmw, audi, vw so we kinda know euro cars are not so cheap to maintain. Having said this I'm now with the idea to get an e53 x5 since they are within my budget range and I would like to stay in the bmw family. Do you think getting a used x5 in good conditions is a good purchase?

Bmws are actually very underappriceated. As a german luxury car and it beign old of course it is going to cost to run. But it is a one tme experience everyone must try. The reason these beign unreliable is because of the abuse they recieve, as we all know a very bad demographic buys these. These cars should be appriceated more, they are fun and truly an one time experience. The diesels especially are known to be workhorses that last forever (3.0l diesel one specifically in this one) I really cant say much about the newer modern ones but the ones from this era are truly legendary and special cars.

Why your car has so many issues! I own my X5 3.0 for four years and none of those issues to me!

Te intro is funny af

Hello my friend, when was this car made, can you tell me the year of manufacture

Would getting the 3.3 with under 100k miles be somewhat reliable

The oil spot 🤣

lots of door handles and window problems

Εγώ έχω Χ5 ε53 30 i με 250.000 χιλιόμετρα με υγραέριο, περίπου 10 χρόνια. Είναι πάντα σαν καινούριο, χωρίς προβλήματα..

Hi I have a 2005 3.0d X5 e53, in my engine M57 or M57N please ? Many thanks.

Trifecta Trifecta Trifecta

What year is this?

Why is he always standing like a middle schooler about to talk to hes crush

Si is it worth my money or not? Get to the point ?

This guy loves to despite every single detail it’s like if he so negative abt how every car will fail like his car has

To everyone seeing please don’t buy this is it is sooo bad we had problems once a week this is car bad

Why not just disconnect the sunroof button

CASEY!!!!

Everything is a point of failure on bmws...

I did not know repainting a car is bad,why look for repainting??

Easy solution to all bmw problems GET A LEXUS

Absolute nonsense

I used your guid for the transfer case gear, thx! One thing though, it went into the trans mode once after, but hasn’t since. And what is part number 7544721. Trouble code 34 Gear monitoring on the Creator C310+

Honestly, all these tips are superficial. The serious problems with this car is the transmission, because they use "lifetime fluid". The other expensive problem is worn suspension components, such as bushings and linkages as some of they are very hard to replace.