BMW E70 repair costs
7 repairs that affect the E70, with real prices owners reported. Some jobs cover several chassis, so check the details on each page.
N54N55N52
Oil Filter Housing Gasket (OFHG)
The classic BMW oil leak onto the serpentine belt.
Indy shop: $350–$1,950 · 12 prices
N52N55N54
Valve Cover / Valve Cover Gasket
Gasket-only or full plastic valve cover replacement.
Indy shop: $650–$2,000 · 13 prices
N52N54N55
Electric Water Pump + Thermostat
The electric pump that strands BMW owners without warning.
Indy shop: $940–$2,035 · 8 prices
N52N54
VANOS Solenoids
Intake and exhaust VANOS solenoid valves on N52/N54.
Dealer: $500–$750 · 6 prices
Limited data
N52N55
Oil Pan Gasket
Oil pan gasket leak; front subframe has to drop on most cars.
Indy shop: $650–$3,046 · 13 prices
Limited data
N63
N63 Valve Stem Seals
Oil-burning N63 V8: valve stem seal job without pulling the heads.
Indy shop: $3,000–$4,000 · 6 prices
Limited data
X5 Rear Air Suspension Bags
Sagging rear end from leaking rear air springs.
Indy shop: $497–$1,250 · 10 prices
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