Hi John,

The turbos are an issue on that generation engine too, but you can still buy one safely enough. The trick, as it is with every car really, to find one with a watertight service history that has been cared for rather than abused by its former owners. Actually, it’s probably best to buy one through BMW’s approved used programme. It’s a little more expensive but you know that the car will be in good shape and you’ll get a full two-year warranty to act as a safety net.