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1999 BMW 323 Head Gasket

Tiny
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  • 1999 BMW 323
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 135,000 MILES
Car started to overheat after driving about 2 miles down the road, think it is the head gasket, also the heater didn't work that morning previous to the overheat and the passenger side floor was wet. Do you think this is the head gasket? And what should I expect it to cost for repair?
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Tuesday, February 16th, 2010 AT 10:42 AM

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Tiny
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I would suspect faulty heater core or failed heater hose. Head gasket failure will not leak coolant into vehicle. When a heater core fails, it WILL leak coolant into the floor, usually passenger side. May also notice slight filming up of the windshield with the heater defrost on high.

For estimate purposes, is your vehicle the sedan or convertible style?
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Tuesday, February 16th, 2010 AT 10:55 AM
Tiny
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Sedan, would that also make the car over heat?
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Tuesday, February 16th, 2010 AT 11:12 AM
Tiny
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Yes a faulty heater core will cause overheating issues as well. Estimate is below..


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/261618_Noname_1680.jpg

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Tuesday, February 16th, 2010 AT 2:06 PM

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