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I can recommend Promo for coding In Wellington

Mon, 16 Dec 2019 22:59:49 +0000

Huge shout out to @promo. The dealership wanted to take out my radio and install hardware to get NZ stations on my 525i import at quite a cost, but Promo was able to do it fast and at a excellent rate with his knowledge of coding without having to install or remove any hardware. Give him a shout if you need some coding done!

E30 333i

Tue, 18 Sep 2007 04:43:56 +0000

Hi Guys

Are there any e30 333i in New Zealand?

they were ex South africa - only produced in 85-87 and limited numbers.

I think they came in red, white, black and silver.

What do you guys think this car is worth in NZ?

1 Series - Which Model/Year

Sun, 11 Aug 2019 02:33:26 +0000

Which year and model do I need to start with when looking for a 1 series with a proper screen (w/touch?), NZ nav and Android auto integration? Not interested in Apple integration. Do any come with HUD's?

Also, what 1 series should/must be avoided? Has to be low maintenance, does not need to be 300bhp.

Am considering a new/another daily and everything from BMW "above" the 1 series is simply too large for me.

I'm only about 25% serious on the idea as the beater still does the job but I've jut secured a new role with mo' money and dreams are free right?

Time serts?

Sat, 07 Sep 2019 02:01:50 +0000

Anyone performed time sert (not helicoil) on a bmw block?

im after a set to rent so I can get mine done this week.

Had planned on getting the engine in the car this weekend but the block had other plans...

CarPlay activation for 2017 M3

Fri, 13 Dec 2019 23:26:56 +0000

Hi everyone,

I've just picked up an 2017 M3 Competition. I see a lot of sites online that offer CarPlay activation that is considerably less than the $500 you have to pay via connected drive.

Does anyone have experience with using one of these sites?

Cheers

Random (BMW) pic of the day

Wed, 28 Mar 2018 21:52:58 +0000

ex Aussie Stat Write Offs - consensus?

Tue, 03 Dec 2019 21:25:46 +0000

Im looking at a ex NSW stat write off import,

https://www.ppsr.gov.au/understanding-written-vehicle-codes?fbclid=IwAR1i0P5tZt9pN1rY2nsjwaeBoWFjTqnT9mjEV4MgZxaKtlIqbzawd1tGkP0

NSW, 20 Oct 2017, Statutory Write-off

M01K [Malicious/vandalism/stripped | Passenger front | Minor vandalism]

M02K [Malicious/vandalism/stripped | Driver front | Minor vandalism]

M03K [Malicious/vandalism/stripped | Driver side | Minor vandalism]

M04K [Malicious/vandalism/stripped | Driver rear | Minor vandalism]

M05K [Malicious/vandalism/stripped | Passenger rear | Minor vandalism]

M06K [Malicious/vandalism/stripped | Passenger side | Minor vandalism]

M09K [Malicious/vandalism/stripped | Interior | Minor vandalism]

I wonder if its a case of someone keying all around the car for insurance claim? what could be considered minor vandalism?

the car is being sold not by the original dealer/importer but someone who has bought it from them and is now on-selling.

avoid or consider? if it was impact damage or water damage its a definite no but for this, might be worth while?

e60 540 radiator leak helpl!

Fri, 06 Dec 2019 08:44:14 +0000

Greetings guys i have noticed my 540I has been using coolant.

it came up with a low coolant level warning 2 months ago, (first time in over a year of ownership) i dont do huge mileage just a few 200 km trips so , probably covered around 600 KMs over the last two months. It came up with a low coolant level warning again this morning and it took around 1 litre to fill again. I haven't seen any water on the floor anywhere as i think the leak is really slight.

i have removed the cover underneath and i can see a slight weep from a thin plastic mount that mounts the transmission oil cooler. i think i have finally found what the part is called.:it appears to be a Radiator Mounting Plate for Auto Trans Oil Cooler and Thermostat. It looks as if coolant might run through this as it appears to have a seam and there is a slight drip coming off it at the bottom . Is there coolant going through this or am i barking up the wrong tree? see pictures, it is possible the leak might be from above, gravity being what it is although the rest of it seems to be really dry and only the end facing the road appears to be wet. Does anyone have any idea? Thanks for your help!

Goffy

Recommendation for e46 Exhaust System

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 21:47:04 +0000

Hi all, looking for recommendations please with replacement exhaust system for Milliy 2003 325ci, something fitting the awesome sports suspension package and wheel set up on this old girl. I'm interested to see what modifications others have done and the results as I'm not mechanically savy and will end up paying way to much at the exhaust shop. Thank you in advance.

Wellington Scan tool

Sun, 01 Dec 2019 23:08:30 +0000

Any members here in Wellington have a scan tool I could scan my 135i with? Have an ABS/DSC/FTM light popping up. I'm guessing it's just another wheel speed sensor, had to replace one last year. FCP's got their Cyber week sale endnig in the next day so if you have one available tonight that would be great

BMW Running cost

Wed, 11 Jul 2018 09:14:17 +0000

Bought my BMW E60 550i 17/12/2016 with 79000 ks on it... It now has 96000 on it and has cost $4235 in mainly electrical but also mechanical repairs...

thats $9/day..$63/week..273/month and $3280/year... Well done BMW, ya winning..😼

Diagnosing E46 All cylinder misfire.

Thu, 28 Nov 2019 04:10:50 +0000

Hi team. I’m just trying to solve the problem with my E46 320i M54B22 and the engine light came on. I’ve scanned the codes and there’s a bank 1 and 2 fuel bank trim and also all six cylinder misfiring. I’ve had my air intake boots replaced and all the vacuum lines are replaced as well, no leaking from valve cover as I’ve replaced one this week. O2 sensors are quite new as well. The car doesn’t stall or idle rough either. My guess is could be a CCV system failure which I’m going to replace them very shortly but I just want to ask for your opinion of what else causes to all cylinder misfiring? Please and thank you very much in advance.

E91 with N47T engine, any good?

Fri, 22 Nov 2019 23:37:16 +0000

Looking for another car for the wife and a E91 touring 320d (build date 8/11) looks good. Been doing some research into the potential problems of the E91 and found lots of information on timing chain failures on the N47 engine. The car I'm interested in has a N47T engine but I can't find out much about the reliability and its resistance to the timing chain issue. Anyone know about these engines?

Regards

Murray

E39 530i Year 2001 Central Locking Issue

Tue, 12 Nov 2019 03:58:35 +0000

Hi everyone. I'm trying to fix the central locking on my e39 530i year 2001.

I had few issues with locking the car since when I bought it from the dealer.

First of all, infrared remote key does not work at all even though after multiple attempt to re-initialize the remote key.

Secondly, the physical key on driver side did not lock or unlock, the key actually did not turn on both ways.

Only the central locking worked when you are inside the car just about to drive and use the central locking button.

At the moment, I'm trying the conversion from infrared remote to radio frequent remote.

I've made 2 new keys (radio frequent 433mhz) and have immobilizer programmed.

Also replaced the antenna amplifier with 433mhz and also did the new wiring towards pin 13 of X332 and fuse 6.

And the most important part of all, the driver side door key issue. I have replaced the new key housing and swapped the key cylinder.

The driver side door now can lock and unlock, but does not lock and unlock the other 3 doors (central locking).

Also the remote key on both infrared (x1) and radio frequent keys (x2) does not initialize with remote central locking.

I can still lock and unlock all the doors from inside the car using the central locking button.

And I scanned the car and here are the fault codes I've got...

2 Fuse or lead for load circuit 2

93 Central-locking drive, driver's door

94 Central-locking drive, passenger's door

1 Fuse or lead for load circuit 1

Code: 0A4100A6 no description!

Code: 0A4100A7 no description!

Code: 0A410091 no description!

Has anyone got any idea what I can do from here?

Any help or advice much appreciated!

Thank you very much in advance.

First X5, petrol or diesel?

Mon, 04 Nov 2019 17:22:53 +0000

Hi all, I’m new here, looking at a 2010 or 2011 X5 that will be my first BMW. Keen to hear people’s thoughts on whether I should get petrol or diesel? I’ve heard petrol a bit more reliable / cheaper to maintain, but is there much of a performance advantage with diesel? This will predominantly be my partner’s car anyway, but keen to hear your thoughts. Thanks!

Fake M3...

Mon, 28 Oct 2019 22:23:26 +0000

It even has the mirrors and fenders. What on earth?

LVVTA aftermarket seat belt anchorage

Tue, 29 Oct 2019 06:53:33 +0000

Has anyone recently gone through cert process with aftermarket seats/rails?

In particular mounting seat belt buckle end to the trans tunnel using mounting plates - and how to measure where to affix.

cheers

Easy Auckland BMW Service Plus

Tue, 22 Oct 2019 09:54:28 +0000

Is this worth it?
https://www.eastaucklandbmw.com/our-services/bmw-service-plus?utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=service_plus&utm_content=carousel

Buying a BMW 130i - Yes/No?

Wed, 16 Oct 2019 22:38:21 +0000

Hi All!

Partner is looking at getting a 130i, anyone had experiences with them? Are they maintenance heavy? Any common issues for this particular make to look out for pre purchase?

Thanks!

New Bimmersport Leadership / Owner Wanted

Thu, 20 Jun 2019 07:53:26 +0000

I should have done this a long time ago ...

The resilience of Bimmersport to still be chugging along today, is a testament to our passionate members, the still dedicated admins, and a number of very important individuals. It really proves that there is value here for enthusiastic bmw owners and that this site deserves to have some life breathed back into it. There is an immense amount of information in the archives and there is still an active member base, although not as active as it once was.

Unfortunately the current owners, Andrew and myself can't give bimmersport the attention that it deserves, and haven't been able to for some time. Therefore I'm interested to hear from anyone who is keen to take over the running of the site, or interested in buying it. It requires a leader who can dedicate time and effort into re-establishing bimmersport as the best online car community in New Zealand.

Selecting and managing an admin team
Maintaining the Website / Forum
Building and managing Bimmersports social media and online presence
Promoting and running great events
Selling Advertising (online & offline) to fund the running of the site
Nurturing and developing the bimmersport brand
Managing Finances

I'm open to working out a deal with the right person/s.

If you're interested please email me ollie@bimmersport.co.nz with a bit of info about who you are, why you're interested, and in what capacity. I'll do my best to reply to emails within a reasonable timeframe, but please excuse me if I'm a bit slow, I'm travelling a lot.

Cheers

Ollie

E36 325i bell housing bolts

Mon, 21 Oct 2019 05:04:09 +0000

Are the automatic bell housing bolts different to the manual bolts?

cheers.

E36 Door key Cylinder question

Wed, 09 Oct 2019 01:24:29 +0000

What a plonker, seem that after looking at some photos my car doesn't have key cylinder on the passenger's side .

~~Hi guys~~

~~As some of you may know, I have been removing all the hardware from my old door to transfer into my new door.~~

~~The last part to be removed was my door handle, I placed it on the bench. (face down) along with all the other parts.~~

~~Spent a bit off time contemplating the reinstall.~~

~~Then decided to first give all the parts a good clean and relube.~~

~~Picked up my door handle only to notice the key Cylinder was missing 😠~~

~~Can the cylinder just fall out ?~~

Best oil for S50B32

Wed, 02 Oct 2019 23:32:54 +0000

Looking to see what oil others are using in their S50B32s. With all due respect, if you don't own one, haven't owned one or are not an oil expert, please don't speculate. There's so much back and forth on the whole 5W-40 vs 10W-60 debate and I'm looking for a more definitive answer. Thanks in advance! @M3AN @sweetm3 what do you use?

Best BMW Workshop In Auckland

Fri, 13 Mar 2009 06:36:20 +0000

As per the title, any recommendations (looking at independent workshops, not authorised BMW service agents)?

Anyone about to order on FCP or RMEuro? Vanos Seals

Wed, 25 Sep 2019 09:26:22 +0000

Looking to get a set of these

https://www.rmeuropean.com/Products/11367548459-MFG17.aspx?LineItemId=80ca6093-f91a-494c-b467-2e353b3017dc

Anyone got a set I could buy,

Or could i piggy back on someones up and coming order? It's no rush, so thought i might ask

Didn't really want to buy the set off amazon after being scarred for life with the last CCV, and the shipping alone just isn't worth it for those tiny things.