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  1. Thanks for pinging me @Ghost Chip, I'd not seen this part of the thread. It's been nicely engineered by P&S, they know their stuff. Yes it was sold earlier this year - allegedly on bottle caps for less than the ask. Was that April? Suspension described at the time as Jamex and Bilstein. It looks to me like a good tidy car. And an excellent point of difference: it's certed. One detail I'm surprised about is use of a 3.46 LSD. I think that's a bit too tall for an M42. Factory is 4.10 or (optional 3.91) as far as I know; they made them short-ish for sporting acceleration, the target was the VW GTi 16v mkii which was lighter (I used to own one). LSD was an option on the iS, though I'm unsure if all 25 NZ cars wore LSD as part of the spec from BMWNZ. In the classic car world, a well-executed *replica* (of anything relatively rare - M5, 911 2.7RS, M535i etc) is typically worth around half (more or less) of the real thing, depending on factors like how tidy it is, how well maintained it is, what details are right... things that really set it apart from just another engine swap or modded car. I'd expect a good tidy well-maintained iS to attract around $45-50k in today's market (NZ). Will this car win that kind of money? Crack the popcorn and watch. I think at that ask he should have it on a very tidy set of 14" baskets, and include the BBS reps in the price. Just a gentle point of order mate @Ghost Chip , I'm not *trying* to make a replica! The project goal is to complete my car as a replica, and it will be so. 😉 It'll be an honest replica, never to be passed-off as the real thing, though. First order of the day is it has to be fun to drive, clean, tidy, and reliable. There will be a few details on my car that sway toward restomod such as purple tag rack; I'm leaving the e36 intake alone as DISA just makes sense, no need to be a hair-shirt anorak and source an e30 intake for completeness. I have a plan for the interior, I have a number of key details that will go together before cert, and set it apart from other replicas. I'm trying to make up my mind about when the iS badge goes onto the boot! 😁 I trust that doesn't sound too serious - the car has been a labour of love, though is all about driving enjoyment. First of all though I need to get all this renovation work completed at home, get a bit more time back to myself. I've barely driven my e30 since June, and sure am missing it. Hopefully I'll get to drive it next week. I guess I'd better put the red e30 onto my watch list. Cheers!
  2. Lachs = Salmon. Like Salmon, looks very different in changing light. 'liquid mercury' - exactly! I'm not biased, quite possibly the best of the silvers/greys. It goes with my hair, anyway! 😁
  3. I agree, it's sad when they can't scrape up enough for a decent tent. You're confusing higher price with lack of use, or assuming because a car (let's say an e30) doesn't get driven because it's gone up in value. Can you furnish consistent and reliable data to support your assertion?
  4. Why is this sad? The Classic Car market doesn't care about our feelings. Search 1970's Mazda RX, or late 80's Toyota AE86 or Supras. 35 years ago I could buy decent RX3's for $2500. Can barely find one today in the same condition for $50k. Am I sad? No! I'm happy for those that cherish the cars they like. About 50 years ago one could buy all-steel Model A Fords for under $500. Running. With a bit of rust. A former colleague of mine bought one - running, rego'd and easily WoF'd - for $50 in 1969. How much must you now pay for a barely-complete, unregistered, non-running all-steel Model A Ford? $25k? More? You've got vintage restorers, Rodders and custom car builders competing for steel tubs. Classic car market candidates all feature advanced age, increased demand, diminishing supply, increased competition for the desireable parts. This results in increased price. Price fluctuates with overall economic sentiment and prosperity.
  5. by all means, look for the car with the perfect spec.... meanwhile you miss out on this one which is a genuine, tight, tidy, excellent car. At anything under $30k for this one, you're stealing it. They don't come much cleaner than this.
  6. I've got a decent nick intake boot for M40B16 in my parts stash, and a pair of very good condition tail light seals. IM me if you're keen, I'll figure out an appropriate figure and some freight.
  7. Olaf

    E46 330i Touring

    I used to use Edge. Gave it away. My M54 and N62 run smoother on Penrite HPR5, use less oil between changes, and when you buy on special in 20 litre containers it works out at about $8 and change per litre. Unbeatable for quality and value even at twice the price.
  8. N42 powered even. Though on carjam appears to be doing less than 3k kms per year. Interesting to see one with shadowline and the clear lights; I'd previously considered doing mine, decided to leave the subtle stainless accents and amber turn signals as a point of difference.
  9. Oh, and she flew through a WoF last week. I fixed the windscreen washers, and replaced two parking bulbs. And popped on a new rear wiper blade. The windscreen washer jets had clogged again, something growing in the washer fluid tank snots up the pre-pump filter. Looks like frog spawn. I use only BMW fluid (have done for about 6 years). I think it's plastic breaking down? Anyway, I decided to replace the reservoir, pre-filter, pump - so they're all fresh and new. I'll get to the washer jets soon. Ewww. Snot, last week. flash new reservoir new park light bulbs - easy! NB - you want the 5W items. new tailgate wiper blade 200670kms nozzles will go in soon.
  10. It's old news really, as I've had this car 9.5 years. I figured it should be time I made a project thread for it! Purchased 28 Mar 2012 from Auckland with 112k kms on it. I'm the first NZ owner. It's Orientblau Metalic, hence the name. 2002 model. I've done plenty of work on it. Brake rotors (Stoptech) and Pads (Akebono Euro), and parking brake kit. Suspension: Sachs OEM shocks, Meyle HD & Lemforder; thicker ARBs Wheels: Style 194 with RE003 225/45R17, 245/40R17 Tons of maintenance: PCV, Cooling, Coils, all o2 sensors, VANOS seals (Beisan), engine and trans mounts, oil pan gasket, the usual valve cover gaskets, fully rebuilt trans, fuel pump, replaced broken rear spring a couple of times (first time wrong springs supplied), window regulators. A few minor changes: MD deck to CD deck (factory). Next up maintenance: high pressure fuel line, VANOS oil line Possibly the springs (OE Msport?) Fix the stereo speakers Fit new sunroof seal (preventative maintenance) Next up changes: Msport steering wheel (I have the wheel, need a post-recall airbag), and multifunction integration Programming for all doors unlock, eliminate reversing 'bong'. Maybe a manual conversion in the distant future? She's part of the family, can't seem to part with her. Enjoy driving her too much. Here she is when we first bought her, stock as a stock thing. The wheels are long gone, there's a bit less paint from 9.5 years outside. Character! She still looks good with a wax job.
  11. @Herbmiester mine's just the 190kW version in an F25. The 8 speed is marvellous. I bought a couple of genuine oil filters, can't believe theyre so tiny!
  12. very interested to see how this goes, mate. I also have been captivated by the charms of the N57B30.
  13. Jeez Dave, it's not like you to miss the point? 😂 As you were.
  14. While I agree with your statement in essence, I disagree with it being used to essentially justify a mob attack online.
  15. It’s all a good laff until the business owner - on top of Covid - recognizes he can’t possibly make amends, tops himself leaving a wife and child, bills to pay, and a bunch of internet pundits staring at their shoes. I’ve compressed the timeline with doctors visits, antidepressants, accountants, therapists, depression. I’m not suggesting that a dodgy wrecker is a good thing; this pack don’t have a business relationship with the wrecker. The Harmful Digital Communications Act came in (in NZ) for a reason. Surely some of you remember our PM emploring us all to Be Kind? I know some of you drank that koolaid, must’ve worn off already.
  16. oh I forgot to mention, he re-coiled a thread in a bracket above the valley that secures one of the engine cover bolts. It was stripped by the previous workshop when the valve stem seals were sorted (they promised to repair it, never did).
  17. 05 November 2021. 185???kms 1. Service by Jon Begley (of Auto 38 and JK Southern Euro fame) Valve Cover Gaskets (Elring) replaced Exhaust Cam Position Sensors and Seals (VNE) Serpentine Tensioner & Pulley (INA), Belt (Continental) VANOS motor seals PCV Bellows (Vaico) Oil and Filter (Penrite HPR5 & Mann filter) Air Filter (Hengst) Brake Hoses front and rear (Corteco), full brake flush & bleed Vacuumed out cowling drains It's running soooooo nicely. Seventeen years old and not a rattle or a squeak, rides well, handles brilliantly, and is quick, comfortable and just munches miles.
  18. Olaf

    Quick rant thread.

    "negotiated with the seller". Err, you attempted to bargain with the seller, unsuccessfully. You capitulated to their unreasonable demands, relinquishing any negotiating power that you held to start with. Then you attempted to qualify your purchase after you'd already agreed to the sale. They held all the power, and treated you as they felt like. Tough but useful lesson. There's an old saying in sales. "if they're not talking to you, they're talking to somebody else". The seller's "overseas". You may have narrowly avoided a scam. Count yourself lucky! Learn and use some better strategies for next time.
  19. Olaf

    Mo

    Sounds like you need to find a new GP, *stat*. Part of your new health journey. From your description, it sounds like they'd not been listening, for quite some time. Good luck with your journey. Much of this life can be filled with things you didn't expect to happen; don't let it twist you outa shape, remember that we're lucky to have the opportunity to make changes necessary!
  20. you need to etch any exposed metal. I don't know what to do about powder coat, other than chem dip the wheels. PS - shame about your seal - if it came from the same line, it would have been the correct length.
  21. If your new trunk seal is a Genuine BMW seal, it's the exact right length from factory, nothing to trim. P/N 07119904285 - wow that Schmeidmann price is good. We need pics of your wheels before, during, after blasting.
  22. Olaf

    E46 330i Touring

    I replace the small sections of line. Easier to plumb it up before installation, then just slip onto the hard lines.
  23. Honda Silver? Jack it in now, do not pass go, head straight to your Honda Fit.
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