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1996 BMW 328
184,000 MILES
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COLEPUTERBAUGH
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The engine has a metallic knocking sound. This is a common problem in BMW's. Everyone online says it was the lifters in their car that needed replacing. The knocking is steady; it doesn't speed up or slow down a whole lot.
Feb 27, 2012 at 10:02 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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That is a good question. It could be rod bearing, main bearings...
Feb 27, 2012 at 10:20 AM
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