roo 41 Report post Posted July 28, 2013 (edited) I sold my E36 (328) a few months ago and picked up this 540i. I had never realised the difference in quality and 'feel' between 3 & 5 series but they are miles apart. Everything feels more solid, rigid, comfortable and of course faster Plans for it are tracking down some 18" AC Type II's or maybe M-Pars and lowering it a touch.One question though, the car just came back from having a few bits touched up and now I'm getting tail lights, licence plate light and brake lights pop up on the check panel. All of these work though. Is there some wiring/sensors I should be checking? Common problem? Get's annoying as it takes up all the screen and can't display time/range info. Edited January 22, 2015 by roo 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nath 128 Report post Posted July 28, 2013 ALthough I can't help with the check system, may I say what a fantastic looking car you have there. While M-pars would undoubtedly look good on the right E34, the ACS trim options added to you car all suit each other and it is a great example of an original (aside from wind mirrors, i think?), top spec car which doesn't need changing. Keep it original! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BM WORLD 1258 Report post Posted July 28, 2013 unplug the headlight height adjuster motors , that should fix the problem. nice car your have there yea the e34 are well built and feel nice to drive. enjoy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gaz 1042 Report post Posted July 29, 2013 Great looking car! Any interior shots? I think the current wheels suit it nicely, and a little drop should set them off. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
twisted 45 Report post Posted July 29, 2013 I'm a big fan of teh V8 E34's and i have to say - Yours is gorgeous! Stick with teh Type 1's, they suit the car perfectly i think. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
roo 41 Report post Posted July 29, 2013 Thanks guys The Type I's will stay forever, they are a little worse for wear though. Will have them refurbished. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Arma 134 Report post Posted July 29, 2013 That e34 looks gorgeous! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Michael. 2312 Report post Posted July 29, 2013 That's an awesome E34 you have there! For the Lic Plate light warning I had that issue. Try cleaning all the contacts and ground points for the rear light bulbs and light units. I remember this helped my old E34, but then it eventually came back... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
isis 16 Report post Posted July 29, 2013 that looks stunning! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
twisted 45 Report post Posted July 29, 2013 I forgot to mention also - for the check control errors relating to tail lights/licence plate etc, check the loom that traces the left rear boot hinge. It's a an area that the loom frequently flexes and has been known to crack and short as a result. Fixed the same errors on my first E34 by repairing that section of loom. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
isis 16 Report post Posted July 30, 2013 spotted it on shortland st tonight! Its mint! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nath 128 Report post Posted July 30, 2013 Spotted in Takapuna as you left this evening, looking and sounding great Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
roo 41 Report post Posted July 30, 2013 Two sightings in one day! Haha. Thanks for the kind words. Were you walking along the waterfront Nath? Saw a couple of guys take notice of me/it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nath 128 Report post Posted July 30, 2013 (edited) Yeah i was with a mate. Your car's a worthy counterpart to my Audi Edited July 30, 2013 by nath Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
roo 41 Report post Posted July 30, 2013 Any shots of the S6 on here? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
liyi_92 37 Report post Posted July 30, 2013 WOW! That car you have there is gorgeous! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nath 128 Report post Posted July 31, 2013 Any shots of the S6 on here? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Neal 509 Report post Posted July 31, 2013 Wasn't one of these e34 540i ACS's that holds the 24 hr NZ production car endurance record set in 96 ? Nice example , Type ones suit it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kingkarl 136 Report post Posted July 31, 2013 Add me to the list of admirers. Gorgeous Car! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DaveO 47 Report post Posted August 1, 2013 Nice car Roo! needs more low Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
roo 41 Report post Posted August 1, 2013 Nath - We should get together for some photos, my brother has a C36 AMG. Mid 90's sedan club! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Driftracewake 22 Report post Posted August 19, 2013 I'm still jealous! Having seen this car in person, and driven it for a weekend, not even roo's awesome photos do it justice! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
roo 41 Report post Posted August 20, 2013 What do other V8 owners get in regards to fuel economy? I'm sitting around 14-15 l/100km. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Phil-540i 166 Report post Posted August 20, 2013 Hi - that off the OBC or what you're actually putting in the tank for a given number of km's?? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nath 128 Report post Posted August 20, 2013 What do other V8 owners get in regards to fuel economy? I'm sitting around 14-15 l/100km. Believable, my manual 5 cylinder S6 is on 12.9, with longest motorway runs over the bridge between Takapuna and city. Some boosting, mostly not. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
