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    BMW 116i Problems

    Are you having problems with your BMW 116i? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest BMW 116i issues & faults. We have gathered all of the most frequently asked questions and problems relating to the BMW 116i in one spot to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

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    BMW 116i coolant expansion bottle crack
    Answered by Graham Smith · 29 May 2017

    Your car is out of warranty, so you would have to make a goodwill claim for BMW to replace the bottle free of charge. I think they should come to the party with the cost of replacing the bottle, and by all means try that, but I doubt you will be successful. There are many plastic components used in the cooling system on BMWs, and like the expansion bottle on your car they all eventually give trouble. In my view it's poor engineering.

    Used BMW 1 Series review: 2004-2015
    By Ewan Kennedy · 22 May 2017
    The smallest vehicle in the BMW car range, the 1 Series uses sporty engines driving the rear wheels. Like everything else produced by the German auto maker it's aimed at those who enjoy driving, rather than people who treat it as a chore. However rear-drive inevitably steals cabin and boot space, something that's more
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    BMW 116i heightened oil consumption?
    Answered by Graham Smith · 17 June 2016

    An older BMW I know of doesn't use any oil at all between services, but I'm told that it's quite common for the newer engine like yours to burn oil. It's generally held that a consumption of up to 1 litre per 1000km is normal. If you are concerned that yours might be too high do a check of the actual consumption. That way you know for sure how much it is burning.

    Used BMW 1 Series review: 2004-2011
    By Graham Smith · 29 April 2016
    The 1 Series gave aspiring owners a propeller badge but costs mount with the miles. New The blue-and-white spinner emblem of BMW has been one of the more desired badges on the Australian motoring landscape. With so many aspiring to own a BMW, the company expanded its model range so more could join the club. The 3
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    Used BMW 1 Series review: 2004-2015
    By Ewan Kennedy · 11 January 2016
    Ewan Kennedy reviews the first and second generation BMW 1 Series coupe and hatch from 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015 as a used buy.
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    Used BMW 1 Series review: 2004-2011
    By Graham Smith · 25 June 2015
    Graham Smith reviews the first-generation BMW 1 Series as a used buy.
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    Fix damage on a BMW before selling?
    Answered by Graham Smith · 23 April 2015

    If the damage were only slight, as you suggest, I would think it would be better to have it repaired before you advertise it. It would certainly make it more attractive to a potential purchaser.

    Used BMW 1 Series review: 2004-2014
    By Ewan Kennedy · 18 November 2014
    Ewan Kennedy road tests and reviews the used 2004-2014 BMW 1 Series.
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    Used BMW 1 Series review: 2004-2010
    By Graham Smith · 30 August 2013
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    Used BMW 1 Series review: 2004-2012
    By Ewan Kennedy · 1 February 2013
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