qwertyk1d 12 Report post Posted March 17, 2022 (edited) Out of curiosity, when you buy a used BMW, what's the first things you do in the way of preventative maintenance (outside of your standard oil change/filter change). Edited March 17, 2022 by qwertyk1d Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nick496 268 Report post Posted March 17, 2022 Probably the next steps would be spark plugs, and checking over the cooling system. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Eagle 1662 Report post Posted March 17, 2022 Depends on the vehicle condition, service history and how much money you want spent. I always change every fluid and filter at the bare minimum if not evidence of it being done. Engine wise i check - plugs, belts and pulleys, cooling system, pcv and intake boots\hoses then clean icv, tb etc and smoke test. 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BreakMyWindow 1874 Report post Posted March 22, 2022 Put it on a hoist and inspect everything underneath, then balance what needs/should be done against your budget. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
