E53 X5 4.4l: M62 or N62?

[gwb72tii]

Suburban

+1

Nice rigs, built like a tank. Made in the USA, cheaper parts, reliable.

[Jon325i]

I also vote for the 4Runner (V8 or V6). I currently drive a basic Toyota Tacoma and have previously owned a 4WD Toyota p/u. Maintenance is minimal, parts (if needed) aren't too pricy. See my sig re: present Toyota......it really has been that reliable for me.

Jon

[Lodsin]

Suburban

+2 My brother snagged one with ~90k for $5k. Gets decent mileage, and had no problem hauling an e30 filled with a townhouse 8 hours. Even had passing power up slight grades..slight.

[markseven]

My father-in-law has an X5 with the N62. He's had it for eight years with no mechanical problems at all. He doesn't tow, but he does drive it a lot.

IIRC the only issues have been with the AC, which needed to be recharged a few years ago and a faulty fuel level sender.

[fronton]

Thanks Gents. I ended up with a 2002 (M62) after all from the original old lady owner with 75k miles and perfect maintenance record. I a quite pleased so far and it is surprisingly quick.