Ok. All not mechanically bimmers always has this question. How much Yearly Maintenance costs for BMW E46. The answer is depending some factors and DIY is alternative for some easy repair for example :
a brake job can cost 700-1000$ with labor. DIY in 2 1/2 hours with a jack/ stands for 350$ in parts.
BMW E46 2001, with 70k miles need repair cost $450 yearly for 2 synthetic oil changes (one done myself) including oil filter and o ring – $150, New rear rotors and pads + atf flush (indy shop): $300
A window regulator costs about $80 and is a easy DIY.
tires replaced (not really a maintenance, more a necessity) = $450
service to get front brakes, serpentine belt, brake fluish flush and oil change with labor = $1225
BMW e46 90k miles some need $1200 to $2400 The costs include repairs, prevenative maintenance, fluid changes, tires, brakes, etc. Over time, if you drive enough miles, at some point you will need to replace many items. The most common include: cooling system components, spark plugs, control arm bushings, oxygen sensors, valve cover gasket, vanos seals and crank case ventilation system.
if your car have 100k miles or over you need around $1500 for yearly maintenance.
if you love BMW as your favorite car. and if you Thinking the yearly maintenance cost is to expensive. there only have 2 solution for it Start learning DIY BMW Repair or SELL YOUR CAR 