2009 BMW 1-Series BMW 1-Series 2009

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2009 BMW 1-Series repairs by problem area

Engine (33%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (2%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (5%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (31%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (14%)

Other (11%)

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2009 BMW 1-Series suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (11%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (44%)

< $100 (44%)

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Chart based on 9 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2009 BMW 1-Series 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 141hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual RWD

148180 mi rear shock absorbers replaced 

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2009 BMW 1-Series 2dr Coupe

turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

58072 mi

US $1689
Replace wheel speed sensor 
67022 mi

US $520
Replace front tension struts 

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2009 BMW 1-Series 2dr Coupe

turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD

26000 mi Wheel bearing worn out. Dealer claimed the problem on increased camber settings, but finally decided to replace under warranty "as a one time thing" 
59000 mi

US $100
Replaced rear shocks, noticed a lot of rear end moment over bumps 
63000 mi

US $50
Front shocks were worn out, bouncy ride. 

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2009 BMW 1-Series 2dr Coupe

230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

80000 mi Both read bearings noisy. Discovered that too rusty and could not be removed Suggested replacement of axle shafts.  

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2009 BMW 1-Series 2dr Convertible

turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD

67877 mi

C $100
air filter, cabin filter, oil change, passenger front tire leak/repair. Front bump stops damaged 
73110 mi

C $157
wheel alignment (Z3 spec) 

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2009 BMW 1-Series 2dr Convertible

230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD

49000 mi

US $250
Shop tightened all nuts and bolts to address noises over bumps and cornering. 

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2009 BMW 1-Series Suspension Problems

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