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Going to buy a BMW 116i N47 engine - timing chain issue?

  • 26-11-2015 12:21pm
    #1
    Compudaro
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 299 ✭✭


    Settled on a 2006 116i but have read about a timing chain slipping issue with the 1.6 n47 engine. Should I walk away? Car in perfect condition so reading about the problem I'm raging as I love the car


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  • #2
    bazz26
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 51,360 ✭✭✭✭bazz26


    The BMW N47 engine is a diesel engine. The 116i is a petrol engine.


  • #3
    Compudaro
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 299 ✭✭Compudaro


    Thanks! My mistake!


  • #4
    bazz26
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 51,360 ✭✭✭✭bazz26


    Some of the petrol engines do suffer from timing chain stretching so you'd want a good mechanic or BMW indy to give the car a good look. Service history would be important especially around frequent oil and filter changes. The ABS/traction control units give trouble in them too.


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