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BMW 1 Series - is it reliable?

I am interested in buying a BMW 2008 1 Series M Sport 116i, does the n47 engine chain failure apply to this model or is it mostly diesel engines?

Most information on this subject is technical and I just want to know the particular models that are affected by this issue.

Asked on 27 May 2014 by Rhian

Answered by Honest John

See the car by car entries at www.honestjohn.co.uk/carbycar. And please avoid MSport specification on a lowly 116i. All you get is a harder ride and tyres that wear out faster, are more susceptible to damage and are more expensive to replace. Far better an SE or ES.

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