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2005 BMW 3-Series repairs by problem area
Engine (39%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)
Brakes and Traction Control (5%)
Suspension and Steering (15%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (24%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)
Other (5%)
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- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 407 repairs.
2005 BMW 3-Series transmission repair cost distribution
$2500+ (8%)
$1000 - $2499 (27%)
$500 - $999 (19%)
$100 - $499 (31%)
< $100 (15%)
Chart based on 26 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2005 BMW 3-Series 4dr Wagon
184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 60000 mi US $400 |
rear hoghead (transaxle) was leaking. Dealer removed, replaced gasket and grease/oil |
| 66000 mi US $780 |
front CV joints replaced on both sides (work completed in Stuttgart, Germany=excessive cost) |
| 71000 mi US $250 |
Driver's side CV boot was torn and leaking. Local indie shop replaced the boot. |
| 111600 mi US $300 |
Passenger-side inner axle failed, causing vibration when accelerating. |
| 141000 mi US $300 |
Replaced driver's side front axle - CV boot was torn and leaking. |
| 143000 mi US $225 |
Leaking axle seal after re-installing passenger side axle. |
| 144100 mi US $320 |
Replaced center support bearing. |
| 157000 mi US $180 |
Replaced failing front axle. |
2005 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan
235-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| 157000 mi US $600 |
Replace differential bushings |
2005 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual AWD
| 108000 mi US $1996 |
Also replaced driver side CV joint as it was leaking. 4 wheel alignment done as well. |
2005 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan
184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 77000 mi US $96 |
Leaky CV boot so dealer replaced both on the front. covered under certified used warrantee except for labor approx $96 |
2005 BMW 3-Series 4-door
4-cylinder diesel manual 2WD
| 114000 mi £800 |
Clutch was OK but the flywheel which is of the dual mass type had disintergrated so both the clutch and the flywheel were replaced. Common problem According to the Bmw breakdown mechanic. Two years ago a pulley shaft snapped. |
2005 BMW 3-Series 2dr Coupe
333-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| 104000 mi US $2000 |
SMG pump went out. Converted to Stickshift |
| 59000 mi US $1000 |
Leak from differential due to failed pinion seal. |
| 58700 mi US $500 |
Gear shifter retaining ring broke. Replaced gear shifter. |
| 39000 mi US $300 |
Replaced input and output seals for differential. |
| 44000 mi US $1650 |
Flywheel repair. Bolt came loose, Flywheel repair. Bolt came loose, |
2005 BMW 3-Series 2dr Coupe
333-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed automated manual RWD
| 47000 mi | Car will "chatter" when taking off from dead stop. Problem is intermittent and the dealer could not reproduce it. |
| 121000 mi US $3000 |
Clutch fork pivot pin broken, replaced flywheel, clutch, pressure plate and clutch fork. Also replaced guibo and driveshaft U-joint while transmission was out. |
| 47000 mi | dealer replaced SMG oil pump |
2005 BMW 3-Series 2dr Coupe
184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed manual RWD
| 43000 mi US $2800 |
Clutch, flywheel replaced. Front reinforcement plate replaced |
| 112700 mi US $500 |
rotors and brakes replaced. Also a guibo. |
2005 BMW 3-Series 2dr Convertible
turbocharged 201hp 3.0L I6 Diesel 6-speed manual RWD
| 61329 mi £2077 |
Manual gearbox rebuilt after technical issue with selector pin. Full overhaul, new bearings, synchro cones and full wear check. New clutch parts fitted. Transmission replaced and now better than new. |
2005 BMW 3-Series 2dr Convertible
333-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed automated manual RWD
| 91000 mi US $2000 |
Slight shuddering in 1st. Replaced clutch and fw. Also took care of a very tiny coolant leak. Replaced hose. |
| 111000 mi US $2000 |
Read differential was making grinding noises during slow sharp turns. Fluid replaced. All OK immediately. |
| 73800 mi US $25 |
Diagnosed problem with car not starting or not able to select a gear if start possible, or jumping out of gear during driving. Pulled codes, indicated low hydraulic pressure. Reservoir was full, no leaks indicated. Suspect relay - changed. |
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