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Chart based on 5 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
1996 BMW 3-Series 4-door
6-cylinder manual 2WD
223000 mi
US $338
Whining noise was heard from under the hood, determined cause to be noisy alternator bearing, replaced part myself.
179000 mi
US $300
Needed new starter.
160000 mi
Ignition key spins and will not catch at the on or start positions. Just needed to be re-aligned, 30 min and no parts needed.
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