Worried about the N47 143k Original Timing chain on the forums?

[MamaKiddo]

Hello, I have researched the N47 timing chain extensively on various forums.

Never used stop-start, and my 420D Xdrive GC 2014(64) has a complete BMW service history. Been the owner for three and a half years.

I am protected under the insured warranty of my BMW in the event that anything were to happen to the chain—which it has never experienced.

Have you any ideas?

[MamaKiddo]

https://www.amazon.co.uk/s/?ie=UTF8&url=search-alias=aps&field-keywords=Kessocco+11417797896+11318570649+13527797905+Timing+Chain+Kit+Fit+for+BMW+X1+X3+X5+E60+E61+E81+E82+N47+2.0L+Diesel+Engine&ar_srct=T1

[MamaKiddo]

Amazon.co.uk : BMW 420d

[MamaKiddo]

Amazon.co.uk : BMW

[BuffUpdate]

Yes, it is a reality that they fail.
The engine clearly has a decent oil service history, as it has 147k miles on the original chain.

If you have an insured warranty, you don't need to worry about keeping the service history up; however, if the warranty weren't there, I would personally consider replacing it.

[MamaKiddo]

Greetings, pal. I am aware that Group 1 is currently running a timing chain offer for £1500 (including VAT). Almost made me decide to keep driving instead of taking the plunge.

I can't wait to enjoy my 420d for many years on the road. It's a sturdy vehicle with a huge trunk. Do you have a vehicle?

[MamaKiddo]

https://www.amazon.co.uk/s/?search-alias=aps&field-keywords=BMW+420d

[BuffUpdate]

I have a couple of cars lying around.

For work-related errands, I have a 320i, a transit custom, a Mercedes C250 CDI estate, and a little Mito.

In my opinion, you can find better deals if you look around rather than settling for a chain.

[Syncephe]

above is the right guy for the job, if you can get in touch with him.

[MamaKiddo]

Even though I have my doubts about their success rate, I also know that some of them will keep going. Even though my hearing isn't perfect, my 2009 E91 320D has reached 192k without any issues, and I haven't heard a rattle as of yet.
I'm still deciding whether to keep the car or sell it. If I'm going to keep it for a few more years, I might as well get it done so I can rest easy.
I was wondering if anyone had experience with the AB Auto Repairs shop in Chard, which is close by and appears to have done a number of N47 chains.

[HushedGamer]

My daughter operates the final N47 face lift, the F11. She got it at 60,000 miles, and so far there have been no rattles. However, she has changed the oil every 10,000 miles. There have been fourteen oil changes recorded in the vehicle's history. I hope everything continues to run smoothly!

[HushedGamer]

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