Has anyone had good luck with a Carquest alternator in an R56?

 

I do have experience on other Euro models... Why not take it out and have it rebuilt by a local expert? I think this is the best bet. Otherwise, If it is not a Valeo, Bosch or “Genuine BMW” (whatever that means) I would not use it. I would also stay away from remanufactured items as quality is variable even within the same company. It comes down to just some hourly worker taking it apart and hopefully doing a good job putting it back together. The OEM suppliers quality control is usually a bit better.

 

Unless you buy a brand with a lifetime warranty, they all have 1-year warranties. Easy to swap out so I'm not sure why anyone would spend three times the price.

 

FCP Euro has a lifetime warranty on all parts.

 

Never used them.

I have replaced the alt on my R52 once ( its up to almost 300K) and the R56 once. They dont go all that often. I went with valeo on the one and Bosch with the other, Bosch gives you like 1 year roadside assistance also. We offer a 1 year but if you have any issue we are here for you.

https://www.ecstuning.com/Mini-2007-...ne/Electrical/