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No update for quite some time but things have been happening (quit my job just before Christmas, last day yesterday and have 3 weeks off before starting a new one in Feb... garage time...) and the Biarritz has been the main beneficiary... It now has better front seats fitted, a facelift steering wheel, windows that work, better grilles, the spare M5 wheels have been painted an Audi Mineral Gray and fitted, the spare M5 mirrors have been painted, and a mate gave me a front bumper in need of repairs etc. that is better than the existing. So I'm at the stage where fitting is about to happen... Also some vanos seals have been ordered, and next week I think I'll crack into the chain guides replacement. I need a daily work car for the new job and this one will be it I think, the others as backup... The Titan has developed an annoying oil leak that I can't quite sus, either a upper sump or lower timing cover, or maybe a bent lower sump. I've put it away in storage and forgotten about it for a while. I really need to fix that and a couple of paint defects before selling.

Basically went overseas for 4 years & car sat outside for 4 years (terrible, I know). The repaired rust spots all came back + some new ones. Fortunately, I've got a garage now, so I'll be repairing this myself in next few months & keep it dry in future. Full strip of interior, sound deadening & panels, so I can find it all so left over rust can't keep eating away at the fresh patches.

Update: Price for Bimmersport members: $8500 $7500 Up for sale is my 2007 BMW 130i. Being an M-Sport, it has all the added cosmetic extras. I have owned this car since April 2020 - only selling due to getting a company vehicle. In this time I have travelled 25,000kms and it hasn't missed a beat. The car has an aftermarket exhaust system - the rear muffler has been deleted (prior to my ownership), gives it a nice low-mid rumble, and crackles when shifting down using the paddles. If this isn't for you, a stock exhaust system can be fitted for $500 but has never bothered me. This isn't an issue at WoF time. During my ownership I have completed the following: 2x services ( Hell BM in Silverdale, Bellars Motor Works in Constellation Drive, Auckland) 4x new tires (not run flats, they ride too hard) when I purchased the car - these still have plenty of tread left. Replaced oil pan sensor as it was faulty Replaced x1 coil pack due to it failing (around 1 year ago) Replaced starter motor (around 8 months ago), as it was sluggish starting and would take a few cranks to start - the new starter motor fixed this and starts first time, every time. It has flown through all WoF's, and will continue to do so. There is the odd stone chip here and there - a majority of travel has been completed in Auckland and around the North Island. This car is meant for open road travel. I have looked after and maintained this car, no cosmetic blemishes to note, all electrics work, car functions as if it has rolled off the factory floor. In the interest of transparency, upcoming maintenance to be factored in is recommended as follows: replace the waterpump around 130,xxx kms, and brake pads will need to be replaced around the same time. Next service is due 122,xxxkms. The above has been factored into the price. Happy to field queries (trademe link: https://www.trademe.co.nz/a/motors/cars/bmw/130i/listing/3400689852)

Hi Dan It is the ex-HellBM one, there is a thread under Projects, 3rd page in near the top I will PM you an attachment I have created with all details and maintenance I have done recently in readiness for an advt later this weekend after groom which I will put on Bimmersport before FB

I believe in this mans energy, pushing the market price up for manuals 🙏

The fact that he’s put “questions won’t be answered on this forum” make it look even more suspect to me.

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Just trying my luck. Does anyone have a new/unused DMF for sale? Part number 21211223550 M44 engine

This screams the missus says sell.

If you were going to buy a wonky M5 may as well get one that's been converted to RHD for a lot less. https://collectingcars.com/for-sale/1989-bmw-e34-m5 This one sold in December in Sydney for AU$37,000.

https://www.trademe.co.nz/3430340573 Bargain!

Whenever a seller won't respond to q's within T/Me it's a massive red flag... for a car like this it's even massiver.

i think seats etc from my 3.8 wreck i had a few years ago

Yeah, not enough boot space for me, "needs" to be a touring!!

Ahh yes, the “all original” 325i Vert that has (just from the photos) non-original wheels, suspension, boot spoiler, exhaust and head unit. Does look in good nick though.

Hi there I have recently purchased a BMW Z3 for my daughter and absolutely love it. I am definitely hooked on BMW now. Looking forward to meeting some of the members. Kind regards Williev

Can sell you this one:

It will depend on your specific Autosure policy - bushings are usually considered wear items under 'Mechanical Breakdown' policies, but I recently was pleasantly surprised that my Provident warranty covered control arm bushings and oil leaks. Suggest taking it to a mechanic who will be able to properly diagnose and do all the dealing (negotiating) with the warranty provider on your behalf.

Hey all, just an update for any interested parties. I emailed ZF in Australia and the told me all 6HP19 internals are the same, EXCEPT if it comes out of a 4WD(AWD). I purchased a ZF6HP19 from an E90 (N46 engine), stripped the internals and put it into my ZF6HP19 case. (E60 with M54 engine). Changed the mechatronics block and pipe seals and reassembled. It went fine, no dramas and very smooth. Happy days. Hope this helps someone.

Hi all! New owner here, super happy with this beauty of a car! Would love to get to know the forum and resources on this site. Cheers.