Buying a used 2015 BMW X5 30d M Sport: Does it make sense in 2024?

The car has the instrument cluster and the infotainment from the 2021 model, making the interior feel like you're driving the latest model.

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Dear all,

This is my first ever post on TeamBHP and boy am I thrilled! I am planning to buy a 2015 X5 30d M, with 56k on the ODO. The car has had two owners who treated her nicely. The car was recently serviced, with new brake pads fitted. The car has the instrument cluster and the infotainment from the 2021 model, making the interior feel like you're driving the latest model and 20 inch rims give it a Godly look.
I drove the and it was POWERFUL, there was no sign of oil leakage, no worrying sounds from the engine and the suspension was great I took it over the rough patches and even over a speed bump at 80 kph and it just did was it was meant to do.

I really like the car, but I'm scared about a lot of "What if's", requesting all the owners to help me out on this one! The dealer is asking 27L for it and I feel thats a little high personally. I'd be happy for 24L

Here's what BHPian Dante had to say on the matter:

At 56k mileage the odo meter is not very high and it can be a good buy. Also 30d engine is quite reliable if taken care of.

Do take it authorized BMW service center and get it checked thoroughly. Can't comment on the pricing for used since I have never dealt in a used car.

But the million dollar question is why 2 owners with just 56k odo? I can understand the first owner upgrading, but why is the second owner selling it? Engine issue? Suspension? Because these problems could cause you a lot time and money.

Here's what BHPian arnav612 had to say on the matter:

I would advise against. Been there, done that moment. While these cars age really well, after a point in their lifetime you need to keep consumables in mind and believe me, they aren't cheap and the process itself is pretty exhausting. Things like engine mounts, steering rack, suspension if not detected early on can become a very exhausting process to acquire and build. The pricing is fair honestly if you crack it at 24. If you're buying a "new" car, you wouldn't like to see things going downhill within the first few months itself. If you're ready for the spend, and your running can do justice to it, then the 30d engine is an absolute joy to munch miles in and the X5 is obviously an all-rounder.

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