I hate to admit this

[BennyM]

I spent $2500 on my 525i in 2009. Granted, that includes some new automotive tools as well. But, it was pretty shocking once I added everything up....especially since the car still isn't in ideal shape, and I only paid 2900 for it in the first place. The only comforting thought is that, since I only took it to the shop once ($468.7), I probably WOULD have spent $6,000 or $7,000 if I weren't up for the DIY approach.

I keep telling myself: "once I get this part in or that issue solved, I can just drive it and not worry..." I assume many of you can relate.

[Bo525i]

Welcome to the club..

[Dave M]

Yes, I can relate. After considerable work, I've now driven it for two years with nothing but gas and oil. I'm bit anxious for something to go south to give me an excuse to tinker.

Dave

[ArnZ!]

Nulon 15w40 $47
Spark plugs $25
Water Pump/Alternator V Belt $50
Auto Rebuild $2,500
Diff Rebuild $470
Oil Change $35
Rear Muffler $370
Design 3 Injectors $120
Boot Strut Recon $77
King Springs $340
A/C Compressor $175
A/C Gassed $95
Michelin PP2 @ front and Wheel Allignment $520
Front Rotors $150
Oil Service $57


Total: $5,031

FML

[tim eh?]

I assume many of you can relate.

I can relate, I spent 2 grand just in August.

[genphreak]

Only $2500? Don't fret. Youll have plenty more things to do yet. Remember, BMWs (as well as women) are far more important than money...

[e34.535i.sport]

I feel your pain! In the two years I owned the 535i I spent almost £2500 on parts alone (Kept the invoices too for when it came to selling time!) ... All my ow labour luckily enough bar the clutch which was done by a specialist.

I must say though, the hours of fun I had under that car are countless and I'd do it again.

[Russell]

I spent $2500 on my 525i in 2009. Granted, that includes some new automotive tools as well. But, it was pretty shocking once I added everything up....especially since the car still isn't in ideal shape, and I only paid 2900 for it in the first place. The only comforting thought is that, since I only took it to the shop once ($468.7), I probably WOULD have spent $6,000 or $7,000 if I weren't up for the DIY approach.

I keep telling myself: "once I get this part in or that issue solved, I can just drive it and not worry..." I assume many of you can relate.

I spent about the same in 09. I spent more in 07 and 08. However, i track every tiny or large BMW related expense including mods, tools and cosmetics like polish.

[whiskychaser]

Think I spent about £150 to get it through the recent MOT on:
New springs all round (two were broken)
Rear discs and pads (the handbrake drums were shot)
2nd hand mid/rear section exhaust (4 years overdue)
Didnt put any oil in it (yes I do check!) or coolant or auto tranny no 3.

I got a new bucket and some clay bar for Xmas. When the 6" or so of snow falls off the car I might even use them

[e34.535i.sport]

Think I spent about £150 to get it through the recent MOT on:
New springs all round (two were broken)
Rear discs and pads (the handbrake drums were shot)
2nd hand mid/rear section exhaust (4 years overdue)
Didnt put any oil in it (yes I do check!) or coolant or auto tranny no 3.

I got a new bucket and some clay bar for Xmas. When the 6" or so of snow falls off the car I might even use them

Haha love it

The clay bar does the business too good present that! Sounds like you've got it as bad as us haha guessing you weren't working today then?!