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In my search for a budget E70

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Post by sapphireblack » Thu Feb 06, 2025 11:52 am

Would a 2008 3.0l petrol with 140k on be a disaster waiting to unfold? The 3.0l petrol E53 was ofter regarded aa the least desirable, i wonder if that applies to the E70?

Car has service history is a good colour and looks tidy, subject to inspection of course.

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Post by Leslie » Thu Feb 06, 2025 1:27 pm

It will certainly be very rare in the uk ,don't remember ever seeing one .

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Post by sapphireblack » Thu Feb 06, 2025 1:47 pm

Seller just confirmed £710 tax pa :x

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Post by Leslie » Fri Feb 07, 2025 6:05 pm

Yes it definately would be and will be at least 750 after April ,virtually unsellable now :thumbsdown:

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Post by Xman » Fri Apr 11, 2025 9:44 pm

The N52 3.0L petrol in the E70 is generally reliable. At 140k, check for oil leaks, water pump and thermostat history, and any oil consumption. If it's been well maintained, it can be a solid choice, though fuel economy won't be great.

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Post by sapphireblack » Sat Apr 12, 2025 12:13 pm

Long since past this point 🙂

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