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Hi guys, been a while, back in the mix with fresh import 335i LCI.

Hi folks, I'm selling my e39 530i Touring with 163K on the clock. Mechanically in good order. I can honestly say the body is in above average condition compared to every other e39 I've seen. Motor and transmission are smooth and silky. Had regular oil and filter changes ahead of recommended schedule. Video of running engine and a short drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o_tcXiPwBQI https://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=2188542959 Reserve at $4,500.

I;ve seen this problem before where the FRM module gets corrupted i.e flat battery, jumped started. ISTA wont fix your issue. You need to reflash firmware or replace FRM. have done a few of these. easy to rule out by plugging in a second hand FRM unit. then coding it. or fix your old one via reflash.

Sounds exactly like the old problem with e36's where the loom between body and boot lid would get damaged and short out causing assorted electrical problems. Doesn't really help you but I thought I'd mention it. ?

very nice, LCI e91's are awesome looking especialy the rear taillights. I would try to swap the interior trim to silver or something darker as you already have coloured seats!

Sounds like a grounding issue to me. Being a BMW id check all the connections like holders, plugs etc at rear lights first.

Do it!

Looking good, are you on target to finish before saturday lunchtime? P.S. some nice looking tyres in the background.

you got it :), the busiest take away in Auckland

getting some spicy dumplings ey

.. a beautiful very near mint low mileage 1985 735i with a very enthusiastic owner who'd had it just over a month , Mt Eden Auckland today

My god they’d look good on my car I reckon. Not sure my partner in life and crime would agree, won’t be chancing my arm there ?

Affirmative.

I admit it I am a big E36 Coupe fanboy. I know the E30 is the golden child but for me E36 Coupes are my favourite shape. So for a very lowly amount of cash I picked up this Hellrot 323i with a broken starter motor. Like most E36's she need a bit of tidying but I am getting good at fixing them now.

Car is now sold, onto the next project...

So after languishing for 6 months my 335i burst into life with the first push of the starter button. My DME had blown 2 of Mosfets that control the injectors. At first I thought it was the coils as I had one die last year so I replaced them all but the problem persisted. The error code 30BB sugested the Mosfets so I ordered some ex the USA and finally found a guy who could replace them. Its not a job for amateurs but GP electronics in Lower Hutt did it and no issues. After reading all about it I decided to replace all six Mosfets just in case. Now all I have to do is use a full tanks worth of 6 month old 98 octane. I also replaced the battery as the BMW original was 12 years old and wouldn't hold a charge any more. Welcome back baby I've missed you.

Okay, I see the problem. You can fix that by snipping the two white cords with a pair of scissors.