BMW 3 Series Diesel Euro Spec

[mfmf_2]

Hi guys,

Im currently working in the UK and planning to buy a BMW 3 Series with an intention to bring it back to Malaysia.

Due to certain factors such as price and fuel consumption, it is much better to buy the diesel version here instead of the petrol. However, I would like to know, If I eventually bring the car back:

1. Can the imported BMW diesel car be 'localised' in Malaysia to make it adaptable to our lower graded Euro 2 Diesel? Based from my readings, the BMW diesel cars sold in Malaysia have their DPF removed for this purpose.
2. How much does it cost to 'localise' it?
3. In your opinion, does it worth to 'localise' it or just leave it in its original conditions? When I return, I will be staying in KL with occasional visits to Ipoh and Seremban. And I heard Euro 4 diesel has already been introduced in Klang Valley.

Thanks in advance to all sifus.

 

[F10 CREW]

Euro 5 is already in Malaysia !

 

[F10 CREW]

also curious, which model you planning to bring in and also, what is the price difference?

 

[mfmf_2]

also curious, which model you planning to bring in and also, what is the price difference?

Im looking at 320d SE or Sport version. A 2013 car is currently priced at around GBP16-17k depending on mileage, which equates to RM105k. Briefly looking at autotrader, a similar car is sold at RM160k in Malaysia, so that's a RM55k difference.

BTW YF, if you were in my position, would you bring back a diesel model? And would you opt to get the DPF removed to make it similar to models sold in Malaysia or just stick with it?

Thanks

 

[F10 CREW]

If I were you, if budget permits, I bring back the mighty M5. :rock:

On a serious side, I am a F10 520d user. So far no problem with the unit with our current Euro 5 Diesel. The other F30 and E90 320d are all doing fine as well. Very reliable unit.

The DPF was removed so that the car can suit and be used with the dirty Euro 2 Diesel fuel before the introduction of the Euro 5 Diesel. Now that Euro 5 is introduced, you can leave the DPF in the car.

I am not too sure but alternatively, you can still get it removed here.

Difference of Rm55k needs to be considered for logistic cost and any other expenses. Get your costing right before going out to do this.

 

[DRT]

I thought you need to 'own' the car i.e. register in your name for three years before you could bring it back to Malaysia duty free.

If it is not 'duty free', then it is not worth the effort.