Something broke on one of my German cars

"AM3R shamefully returns " (am3rshamefullyreturns)
11/16/2015 at 21:35 • Filed to: None

Guess which one: is it my 335i with it’s twin turbos, my 4matic C300, or my aging 2007 328i? This is the first time something has broken so I’m not too bummed, I’ve narrowed it down to valve cover gasket or oil pan gasket. Very slow leak, think I’m gonna have a shop take care of it unless anyone wants to let me borrow their garage.

DISCUSSION (24)

jkm7680 > AM3R shamefully returns
11/16/2015 at 21:37

The Audi A4 that you will buy next.

AM3R shamefully returns > jkm7680
11/16/2015 at 21:40

You know the B8 A4 avant is one of my favorite cars, if it could be had with a manual I would have eaten ramen every day and bought one new when they were making them. If I could ever find a cheap B8.5 avant with s-line (dat alcantara interior is sweet) I'd totally price out a manual swap (and probably not do it.)

jkm7680 > AM3R shamefully returns
11/16/2015 at 21:41

If only.....

I’d totally drive a B8 A4 Avant, automatic or manual.

AM3R shamefully returns > jkm7680
11/16/2015 at 21:43

I’ve heard really good things about the S5, which means the S4 must be good too. A B8 S4 avant would be sweet.. I’d totally get an auto for that.

EL_ULY > AM3R shamefully returns
11/16/2015 at 21:46

In chasing leaks, starts from the highest point and usually after a good cleaning of the engine (to get a fresh sample)

JGrabowMSt > AM3R shamefully returns
11/16/2015 at 21:47

Valve Cover Gasket?

I’m going to have to say 328i, unless the C300 is high in mileage.

jkm7680 > AM3R shamefully returns
11/16/2015 at 21:48

The S4 is great. The S5 is also great.

The this gen Allroad, man I tell you. It’s fucking awesome.

Matt Nichelson > AM3R shamefully returns
11/16/2015 at 21:50

So umm....... How many BMW’s do you have exactly? Just asking. For a friend. Or something.

AM3R shamefully returns > EL_ULY
11/16/2015 at 21:50

Thanks for the advice, I cleaned the engine bay very thoroughly once I discovered the leak (last night). It's a slow leak so I'm hoping I can wait til Wednesday to really take care of it.

No Prius Needed > AM3R shamefully returns
11/16/2015 at 21:51

Can confirm. The S4 is a great car, good luck finding an avant though.

AM3R shamefully returns > JGrabowMSt
11/16/2015 at 21:52

Ding ding ding. The 328i has been a fantastic car, this is the only problem I've had and I'm at about 83k right now. The C300 has been trouble free and I'm getting close to hitting 73k on it.

EL_ULY > AM3R shamefully returns
11/16/2015 at 21:53

Cool cool. Report back on OPPO once you get crackin on the repair

AM3R shamefully returns > No Prius Needed
11/16/2015 at 21:53

They didn’t sell the B8 S4 avant in North America did they?

No Prius Needed > AM3R shamefully returns
11/16/2015 at 21:54

Nope.

AM3R shamefully returns > EL_ULY
11/16/2015 at 21:57

Will do, it’s been getting pretty chill up here in VA for fall, and it gets dark at like 5 so I’m hoping I can take care of it quick if I leave work early. Fortunately I can just drive something else until I can take care of it.

Any update on the Audi? Still looking for another ride? My aunt in Austin is thinking about getting rid of her old GS430, my cousin went off to college and no one drives it now. 203k on it, full records!

AM3R shamefully returns > No Prius Needed
11/16/2015 at 21:57

AM3R shamefully returns > jkm7680
11/16/2015 at 21:59

Those allroads are SWEET. I saw one sitting on those S-line 5 spoke wheels and it looked so damn good. 10/10 would daily drive. Interior is fantastic too.

No Prius Needed > AM3R shamefully returns
11/16/2015 at 22:02

Kinja'd!!!

However if you have enough cash...

John_Harbinson > AM3R shamefully returns
11/16/2015 at 22:19

328i. Educated guess here, cause the 2.8’s and 3.0’s in the X3 had oil leaks similar to that. Just a hunch

AM3R shamefully returns > John_Harbinson
11/16/2015 at 22:21

Good call sir, 328i it is.

EL_ULY > AM3R shamefully returns
11/16/2015 at 22:24

Ultimate bullet proof Japanese V8! Awesome! I still haven’t gone around giving the wagon a good look.

As an owner of 8 German cars (which honestly means nothing since no car is difficult to work on) as the temperatures syart to drop, those sensitive gaskets and seals (typical euro rubber) start to fail. Especially if the car is not warmed up properly before oil pressure bursts. Leaky times await.

EL_ULY > AM3R shamefully returns
11/16/2015 at 22:26

Make sure to get the seals that go on the bolts that hold it down. Get the torque procedure right. Make sure the head gasket kit comes with spark plug coil seals

AM3R shamefully returns > EL_ULY
11/16/2015 at 23:35

Thanks again for all the advice.. Hopefully I'll have he back in tip top shape by this weekend! I'll be sure to keep you updated.

Manwich - now Keto-Friendly > AM3R shamefully returns
11/17/2015 at 00:04

Clearly it’s an issue with the fahrvergnügenbereitschaftmotor on the BMW...