After purchasing a used performance car you are likely to get some (expensive) repair costs in the first couple of years, but after they are properly repaired you should have several years of almost trouble-free motoring.

I think you have been cheated on labor a lot...1000$ for fuel pump and oil change?

Man i work on E39's ALOT all models including M5's , those prices are WAY WAY WAY crazy, parts are cheap these days , stop buying stuff at the dealership, a LUK clutch off ebay is $259 and a really bad deal on a LUK flywheel is $369, whats really going on here???

This guy is what dealer workshops LOVE to feed off of.

Lol. The dude is getting ripped off left and right, and hes an engineering student? And i thought my Supra was bad...shows you how far intelligence goes :)

You're the best car channel and personality on KZfaq. I'm excited to follow your journey in the coming years, It's going to be incredible.

I'm 19 and I own a 2001 BMW 530i M Sport. It's my first/current car and I've had it for almost 4 months now and only spent $10 on maintenance so far lol (I live in British Columbia btw)

I'd say that E60 M5 was the last true M5. Yes it looks a bit funky but the V10, oh boy the V10.

thanks for keeping the E39 on the road! actually best looking m5 imo.

So what I'm hearing is that if you have the money to pay someone else to do it, go for it. If you have the space and time to do it yourself, go for it. Otherwise, stay away! Nicely done.

Nice video; I sold my E39 M5 a couple years ago! I loved the car while I had it. Carbon Black on black. Go Blue!

Didn't know you were doing an engineering degree, that's awesome. Appreciate the time you put into the videos

I was absolutely shocked and thinking "it makes no sense to get a car like this" until you came up with the whole passat thing and then I went like "dude, that's soo true" and went my merry way thinking I'd love to own a BMW M5.

All i can say is thank you for opening my eyes to what i have been trying to understand about my car i have a e92 335i with the n54 engine and i love the freaking car but man when it goes into limp mode it makes me want to go trade it in but what you just said really inspired me because like your m5 (which by the way is amazing) my bmw make me smile when i drive agressivly down the highway i love it thanks for making such great videos :D

good video,i would say these videos progressed a lot since he has started doing them at the beginning.Well done.Love BMW!!!

My step dad still owns his year 2000 BMW 528i and it's awesome. I've always like it when I was a kid growing up and it's still awesome today

Keep in mind these cars were designed for people who could afford them when they were now, not for people who buy them used 10 - 15 years later

I love my E39 540i! Maintenance sucks when it needs to happen, but the car drives well and really pulls at highway speeds. I have it in blue, with a manual transmission, and, of course, the M-Sport package. The 4.5 liter V8 is also pretty nice. :)

Why do you HAVE to replace the flywheel when replacing the clutch in an E39 M5? I also have a dual mass flywheel in my E39 530i but I didn't bother replacing it when I replaced my clutch/pressure plate.

great video parker!

If you want the twitter name, you can actually ask twitter and if the other account is inactive they may give it to you

Just wondering, how do you afford to own a 20 grand car + all these maintenance costs as a full time college student?

im thinking about buying a 95-00 bmw 3 series with about 100k-150k miles on it max can anyone tell me how much id prolly end up spending on maintenance in a year/ your own experiences with this car if any of u guys have 1

I am in love with the M5. such a beautiful car.

My dad had a 1999 E39 M5 for 2 years, the best car we've ever had and still is considering we now have a westfield (which is mental to drive)

I respect this dude for being honest with prices.

soo I was that lucky guy, bought M5 with 190kkm and most things was replaced :D I did demuffler because of you ! :D

Does anyone know how much in general it would be to maintain per year an Audi S4 2009 in Canada? I know how to install and fix a lot myself but idk about parts.

Thanks for your video. I'll just continue to own my 1st gen IS300, I have been looking at bimmers of similar years.. Thanks for the video.

Great summary dude, don't care what anyone thinks these cars are classic in style and performance, better then the newer models, I have an 2003 X5, getting this next.

Hey! I'm the guy you saw on 696 in the black M5 a few weeks ago. Your car looked great!

That's my life, that last example you made about the BMW M5 vs 2015 Jetta ... wao you made it so clear ! You are brilliant hehe! that is why I usually buy used exotics :)

I've owned my e46 m3 for a year now, bought it with 160k miles for 10k. Now has 175k miles on it. What I've replaced so far, fuel pump (350$ installed myself), a couple of spark plugs and fuel pump regulator (600$ took it to an Indy shop but regret that, could have saved 400$), idler pulley tensioner (again took it to the Indy shop, cost 450$, regret that as well, the kit was less than half that price if I self installed), and regular oil changes every 5k and that's about 120$. All I have to say is, if you buy one of these cars, please do research, and be willing to find the time to do the repairs yourself along with trouble shooting. There is so much info in forums. I regret ever time I've went to an Indy shop, after going home to research and seeing how easy things can be in you actually learn how to do it. I am no mechanic but these things are relatively straight forward. Now let's say the clutch or tranny went, that's a whole different story. All I can say is DO RESEARCH.

What years and Mileage can one buy a decent E39 M5 for $20k or Less? How much of your repairs do you attribute to your lead foot? Thanks

Those repairs costs are absurd.

I always liked the body style of the car. They are easy to work on if you know how to wrench. Plus the car set a huge wave in the industry.

I just want to point out that the majority of the things you listed are not maintenance issues, but mechanical issues. Maintenance refers to things like timing belt/chain, oil change, tires change, changing brakes, fuel injectors, etc. Something breaking and needing replacing is a REPAIR. Maintenance is to PREVENT a car from breaking.

Hey Parker, when you do maintenance on your Gallardo do you take it to the Lamborghini Dealer or an independent mechanic?

You should do a 150,000 Q&A. I see so many people with questions and people who don't understand how you have the gallardo and the m5. I'd love to know how you where able to achieve these goals of getting the car you wanted.

This is still one of my dream cars. My first car was a mint e39 523 m-sport and that's what made me love these. But damn, the maintenance costs are a bit too much maybe...

is a clutch only found in a manual car? Also why don't people buy brake sets on ebay and bring it to your garage and pay only for labor?

would the cost of maintaining a m3 be twice as less money seeing how 3 is 2 less than 5??

Your mechanic took you for a ride. Most likely you had it serviced at a dealer right?

Does anybody know what he did to the leds to make it look like that

Thank you for sharing.

Thats why i bought 4 years extended warranty when i bought my 2006 CTC-V also had MIchelin PSS on it. Brakes cost me half of this M5 to replace, with tires and 7.5k in to warranty all together about 10k, out of pocket 5k. P.S. I also have muffler delete. Love it!, so many complements not to laud but when you step on it roars!

How many miles did you put on it in those 3.5 years?

Great vehicle I really like the M Series by BMW. From that being said this was a great video. I really enjoyed it keep it up man!. Very imformative great information, what I've learned about cars in general is that they aren't investments. They kill your wallet, but you need them to get around in everyday life.

I mean really what can you get under $20k new? nothing and you made a great explanation,respect bro! Get a Z8 this car is just getting more and more pricey with time plus you get this lovely S62 V8 with all the looks and fun!

Parker, big fan of youtube channel. I just purchased an E39 540i m sport any advice on mods or dinan upgrades. Love the displacement and powerband of the E39 models also looking into an E63 M6 V10 when I graduate college.

I can relate. I'm a sucker for decent VWs. First VW was a 96 Jetta GLS 5-speed. Only paid $1200 for it with 90k miles but in 2005 that was a good deal. I quickly learned of the Mexican build quality of that car but absolutely LOVED it. When it worked it worked and was awesome. I now have a 2007 4-door GTI with some basic mods (springs, brakes, intake, exhaust). No major repairs other than maintenance and love it. Nice to hear that some people actually love their cars instead of looking at numbers and talking trash on them which alot of people do with german vehicles.

How many miles did u put in the car over those 4 years?? Just wondering .Thanks

I own a 2005 330i with 155k miles on it, no problems with it so far, from anyone's knowledge, when will I run into problems. I have a check engine light that turns on and off, and the brake and traction control light turn yellow.

Now I dont understand, how you can afford a lambo when you are still in college plus tuition. I thought you already been working.

Glad I drive an IS350, I don't get quite the same performance or as much sportiness as an M5 but I can still have some fun with it and not have to shell out for maintenance as much.

What are that small buttons on door at 4:40 ? I owned e39 525d but they where absent.

What are your thoughts on maintenance costs for the m5 e60?

my volvo 940 has oil leak hadt to fill up oil so pretty expensive. need to take of gearbox and fly wheel to change that seal

I feel your pain! My 2007 RS4 is about the same when it comes to maintnance. I love/hate my RS4! I'm always thinking of replacing it but, when I drive it I always a big fat grin on my face. Keep rockin'!

Anybody know if the E46 M3 would be just as expensive to deal with?

I liked your video.I especially like your thoughts on buying a new VW vs a used BMW and the cost of ownership. How about a price comparison in future videos using that kind of formula?

How many miles did it cover in those 4yrs and $12k?

You should put the twitter link in the description, that way if we click it, it will direct us to your page. Rather then having to search for it.

03 bmw e46 m3 owner. Did fuel pump myself $389. Oil changes every 5k with 10w60 Moli oil and mann filter> better and cheaper than castrol $82. Did alternator myself $400> new bosch. All four wheel speed sensors $109. Salmon relay $18. Word of advice> Learn to do your own maintenance rather than take your pride and joy to the bmw stealership.

One of my all time favorite cars

I got a used '05 Mini cooper convertible. Got it with 59k miles and now I'm up to 68k and in those 9k miles, i've gone through a set of tires, an oil change, front passenger strut, rim, clutch, serpentine belt, air filter, and now it needs a new transmission and pressure plate bc apparently this had a bad pressure plate since I've owned it! I've already sunk in about $3000 in repairs and service alone and now I need to drop an additional %3600 for a whole new transmission, clutch, and pressure plate.

My 97 Lexus LS400 has over 250k miles and I have never had a problem with it lol

can you do video on what to look for when buy a e39

How many miles/kilometers do you make a month/year?

I might be picking one up, low mileage from a doctor friend who never drives it, for almost nothing. Sounds like I should just immediately throw $ at some major parts though depending on the maintenance history though. This was one of the coolest cars for a kid growing up in the 90s and early 2000s IMO love the vids

Cool video, love the e39 M5 and you paint a very realistic picture about owning it...the amazing thing is just how apart from reality the US is, a college student with an e39 m5? Only in america!

Lol this resonates with me so much. E46 M3 owner for 4 years, about $11k spent on maintenance. Luckily I was able to save myself thousands by doing battery, brake, alternator, fuel pump, etc. at home. But at the end of the day, still end up paying over 2k a year on maintenance. Especially when replacing vanos and drivetrain parts. Anyone here that doesn't believe how much it costs does not know the absurd prices on BMW M parts.

How many miles are on your M5 now?

i know that this a performance car but my dads corolla is in 4000 dollars right know and thats including tires and rust he did not have to repair and this has been over the course of 16 years in canada.

is this your daily driver to school or grocery store ?

What was the M5 like I am thinking of one, maintenance scare me but thats all, worth it $27,000 Australian now 130000 miles

Yo, I am in Ann Arbor. I just picked up an e36 m3, but had a 01 e39 540i. I miss my little v8 lol. I'm going to keep an eye for your m5 now haha

This is such a great vid for kids and/or adults of modest means to watch. If your not a kid whose parents can afford to fix your expensive, unreliable used car or you're an adult who makes less than $60k ....DON'T BUY A USED OR NEW LUXURY OR HIGH PERFORMANCE CAR! I have friends who bought a used luxury car, then had to leave them in the driveway after the second or third expensive repair issue came up. Now they r driving a used Hyundai accent or catching the bus because they r broke and credit jacked up over some car they couldn't afford in the first place. Again Great vid man!

Great looking german made machine! I'm looking forward to buy M5 in a few years, looking for a proper one here in Finland. (price ranging from 10-25k e) Have you checked your rod bearings? I've heard they wear out pretty easily and you should change them 200 000km or 124k miles at the latest. Anyway a nice looking piece of german automotive as it's finest!

I totally agree upon what you're saying that the car is still somewhat expensive to maintain and maintenance but in the long run it makes you happy to drive and it feels good to have the car if you're really so seriously worried about maintenance on the car yo ass might as will drive a goddamn Honda or a Toyota Camry

At least you understand. Great video and awsome car.

its nice but i would have gone for the e60 m5.. have u heard the sound of that v10 reving past 8,000 rpm? its utter insanity. You can get it in a stick but tbh the 6 speed manuel is to overwhelmed by the power so smg is the best choice.

Thought through like an Engineer...Logical...I own an E28, E36 M3, E30 and an X5. Love driving them all and I've never taken them to a mechanic. The reward is how you feel when you drive them....

At first I thought, this guy is stupid spending that much money but when he started to explain about the vw Passat price it sunk in I'd rather have the BMW with the maintenance costs

I used to own a 2001 e46 330ci which i got for under $10k. I ended up spending close to 8k before i got rid of it.. it was a freaking money pit. I completely understand how it goes with this high performance older cars.

Michelin Pilot Super Sports and install was $1,100? Please tell me at least $200 of that was tax...

I see you getting buff man! :D

where do you keep your lambo????

I think you have the right idea, what new car can you get for 30K with that level of performance in a sedan? You could have saved some money DIY but who knows, on some things its better to let someone do it that knows what they are doing through training and experience rather than watching KZfaq videos. I am driving my second Z4 and having a great time with it. Got it from a dealer where it was purchased new for 44K for 12.5K with 62K miles+ got all the service records. Enjoy your car

dam thats some expensive maintenance and parts! i'm so glad i own a car which is catered for by the aftermarket, whenever a part breaks i buy an upgraded aftermarket part which is always cheaper than oem and better quality, plus being an older japanese car its incredibly easy to work on so labour is cheap if i dont do the work myself, which i usually do

Heck yeah, that's the right way to look at it.

Bought a 2011 BMW 335is Dec 1 2k14 with 37k miles on it... Currently as of today Oct. 11.2k15 has 64k.. since then (Stealership)Injectors,check up-500 (Ebay/self install)(harmon kardon) Logic 7 amp (used)-200.00 brand new is 1.3k (StealerShip)New headlight-2.3k (Private mechanic)Tranny Repair-3k.... (Private Mechanic)Oil change,front 2 rotors-500. (Stealership)Oil change/ brake job/(4)Rotors-1800.... (Private mechanic) Left undercarriage(Bought used)-100.00... Few others I'm probably forgetting but goddamn I still love this car..

I love these cars but I don't make enough money to afford the maintenance. I have a VW Passat 02 and the most expensive labor was the alternator. I almost cried when I had to let go of $500

You should of also stated the price of all those things in PARTS ONLY. Some of us work on our own bimmers and the price would of been ludicrously low compared to Parts+Labor and when you shop for good prices.

Why not just save up for a new M car straight from the lot?

I have a 97 528I that was given to me a year ago this last July. I spent roughly $3000 on it with 230k miles on it. it runs great but these little things that keep happening, things that on my Tacoma or my Malibu or even my girlfriends corolla... I could fix myself. not on this thing. I've never wanted out of a car so bad than I do the 528. I don't have the time to sell it so on the side of my garage it sits. it's totally driveable... I just don't want to. great vid by the way... just furthered my thoughts of ditching the thing. LOL

Sounds like me. Wow. Thought it wa a just mua. But it's worth it man. Love my x5 4.4i sport

528i with 165k miles for only 2000? Worth it 🤔 No problems w it at all!? Its for my first car and i love the way bmws look and sound

Even with your love of your M5, would you consider an E60?

lol I like how I subscribed at first of the video and then he started talking about repair history, ok unsecured lol