Replacement radiator

Kurt-06-325i · 01-15-2016, 06:44 AM

Hi,

I need to replace my radiator (2006 325i w/135K miles). Has anyone used a NAPA or O'Reilly unit? Or other aftermarket unit for that matter. A dealer one is about $125 more and I question if it is indeed more quality or just dealer network handling cost (?)

Thanks,

Kurt

'02onthebrain · 01-19-2016, 12:29 PM

I have used Behr radiators with good success over the years as replacements in my BMWs. I just put one in my 335 this summer. Importec had the best price for me. Looks like yours is about $150 and I wouldn't hesitate to use Behr. Not sure what brand Napa or O'reilly sell.

Kurt-06-325i · 01-27-2016, 12:27 PM

Thank you. The ones from NAPA and O'Reilly are from China so I got a Behr as you suggested. I agree and feel comfortable using them.

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'02onthebrain Second Lieutenant 17 Rep 259 Posts Drives: '07 335xi; '00 911 C4 Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Wayne, PA iTrader: (1)	I have used Behr radiators with good success over the years as replacements in my BMWs. I just put one in my 335 this summer. Importec had the best price for me. Looks like yours is about $150 and I wouldn't hesitate to use Behr. Not sure what brand Napa or O'reilly sell.
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Kurt-06-325i Private 3 Rep 55 Posts Drives: 2006 BMW 325i Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Calhoun, Ga. iTrader: (0)	Thank you. The ones from NAPA and O'Reilly are from China so I got a Behr as you suggested. I agree and feel comfortable using them.
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