| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
1999 BMW 3-Series repairs by problem area
Engine (41%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)
Brakes and Traction Control (4%)
Suspension and Steering (18%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (21%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)
Other (7%)
Chart based on 204 repairs.
1999 BMW 3-Series other repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (13%)
$500 - $999 (7%)
$100 - $499 (40%)
< $100 (40%)
Chart based on 15 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
1999 BMW 3-Series
Engine not specified
| 139000 mi | Replaced both seat belt buckles. |
| 189000 mi US $50 |
Driver's door lock failed to open with key. Purchased cylinder repair kit on ebay. Simple fix for less than $50 |
| 194700 mi US $70 |
Window regulator wire snapped inside door. Resulted in non-functional window, driver side front. |
1999 BMW 3-Series 4-door
6-cylinder manual 2WD
| 224000 mi US $1317 |
Needed my fluids changed, transmission, differential, brakes bleed, coolant flushed and my expansion tank replaced. My radiator was cracked and additionally needed to be replaced along with my expansion tank. |
| 312000 mi US $547 |
Passenger seatbelt tensioner replaced. |
| 355000 mi US $100 |
Repaired the front passenger window regulator and both low beam light bulbs. |
| 356700 mi US $100 |
Replaced driver's side window regulator clip. Clip broke during routine operation. |
| 133000 mi US $100 |
Leaky windshield washer pump. Replaced hoses, gaskets and wipers while I was at it. |
1999 BMW 3-Series 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 183000 mi US $200 |
SubFrame Replaced due to Design Defect |
1999 BMW 3-Series 4-door
4-cylinder manual 2WD
| 185460 mi €1700 |
Replaced and aligned all four tyres due to replacement of shocks and bearings (all tyres where a bit out of alignment) |
1999 BMW 3-Series 2-door
6-cylinder manual 2WD
| 49000 mi US $130 |
replaced gas springs in convertible deck lid. |
| 68000 mi US $40 |
Worm gear in passenger seat (enables recline function) broke, so it was replaced |
| 223200 mi C $400 |
Rear sub-frame torn out of car. Needed metal plates welded in place. |
| 105000 mi US $40 |
Hood strut failed, replaced it with a new one. |
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