02-05-2024, 11:23 AM | #1 |
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I'm thinking of joining the 8 family. Either with an Alpina B8 or an M850i GC. (I'm not a fan of the M8 ride) How has this engine been long (ish) term? Any of the oil consumption problems of earlier versions? Coolant spraying through the overflow tank? How about tire wear? I read that these beasts EAT them. Any feedback is much appreciated!
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02-06-2024, 05:03 PM | #4 |
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I only had my B8 for a little under a year but I haven't had any drivetrain issues.
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02-07-2024, 04:08 AM | #7 |
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That’s a false statement. M8/M5 shares the same engine and same coolant reservoir… I have changed mine twice already for my M8… even the “upgraded” reservoir with new part number has failed for me… luckily it didn’t cause any issues as I’m checking the coolant reservoir regularly for any visible corrosion
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I have read about this countless times. There is an After market solution for about $1200.00. Why BMW doesn’t just FIX this blows my mind. I wonder if Alpina has the same issue, or did they handle it?
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Maybe someone can cross check the part numbers?
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02-07-2024, 11:46 PM | #14 |
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550, 750, and 850 share larger expansion tank. 550, 750, 850, x5/6/7 share the smaller expansion tank.
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