So after selling my e60, and toying with the idea of moving away from bmw's for awhile, I've made the decision to go for a f10.

I suppose I'm looking for the obvious, good/bad thoughts, what to look out for, experience for current owners...

I know the issues about the timing chains, so would I be better getting them done as preventative maintenance as opposed to leaving it and hoping for the best? I can't invisage myself buying from a main dealer, so the luxery of a warranty won't exist.

I also know the lifespan of brake discs is circa 50k miles?

I'm going to go for a 2011-2012 Msport, automatic.

All info will be worthwhile in helping my search.

Sean