BenB

One more thing- apparently it's got the ABS light on, I've read this could be a sensor, or the pump. Just how costly is the pump if it's that? I've got an OBDII reader ('Torque' for android and a bluetooth code reader) Will it be easy to determine which is at fault? Thanks

In the past I've heard many times regarding high mileages on diesels 'Oh that's nothing on a modern diesel' but now I'm looking to perhaps buy a 2007 325i M Sport Touring with almost 100,000 miles on it - will it be likely to be on it's last legs? I thought the 325i was a less-tuned 3l engine, but the listing says 2495cc. Which is it? What years had 'efficient dynamics'? The car in question is a 57 plate. I love the look of the e91,M sort with 18's even more so. On the road today it's still one of my favourite cars to see about, can't believe the shape is a decade old! This would be my first BMW if I buy it. What things should I be wary of? Thanks!

I'm looking to buy my first BMW - hopefully a 3 series touring, new-ish shape, but under £5k- so 2006 or 2007 likely. I don't think I do enough miles to really warrant a diesel, to be honest I don't mind the engine - I'm open to any as long as the car looks decent and is within budget! But I'd like to know if there are any to be avoided? The general shape I know didn't changed much during the lifespan of this mark, I;m guessing perhaps bumpers changed on the later models of this shape? The worst thing that stands out about early ones of this shape is they always seem to come with dated looking wheels, I'm imagining buying replica 18's to improve the look. Any tips for a potential buyer? There are some clean looking touring's on autotrader right now cheap-ish. Thanks