1989 BMW 525i leaky head gasket & water pump replaced

1989 BMW 525I
260,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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CHRIS.CIM
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I am looking to purchase this car, but am wondering if it would be worth it, or how much it would cost(estimate)to fix. It has a Leaking head gasket, and Needs the water pump replaced. im no mechanic so would need to know aproximates for labor too.
Feb 5, 2009 at 9:57 PM
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DOCHAGERTY
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The head gasket and pump can probably be done for $600 or so, if you are considering this car with these issues, you may wish to rethink this, an automatic E-34 body style with an M-20 motor and 260k miles isn't worth a whole bunch.
Feb 6, 2009 at 12:55 AM
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