Based on my 2001 e46 330 experience, I got 80k miles trouble free in 8 years of driving (oil changes, tires, a set of f/r brake pads). However, the next 2 years yielded in replacement of a couple of engine sensors, gaskets, a window regulator, a radiator hose, a xenon ballast, and oem battery. By 95k miles, I knew there were bigger expenses up ahead, hence I sold the car. I would have to say, I did pamper the car, occasionally had fun with it and drove it in Minnesota winters. I would also say, I have never experienced any other car so smooth and rattle free after 10 years and 95k miles of service.
Based on this experience I intend on driving the M till 10 years or 80k miles, which ever comes first.
Hope this helps.
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