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Hello everyone, I'm excited to join this community of BMW enthusiasts! After an unfortunate incident where my 2012 535i Active Hybrid (N55 Engine, F10) was written off, I spent a considerable amount of time researching BMW's engines to find a reliable and budget-friendly option. I decided on the B48 engine near 250HP, and I'm thrilled to share that I've just purchased a 2018 430i with 100,000KM on the odometer. It's NZ new with a full service history, recently fitted with new Zeta tires and M brakes this year. I'm the third owner of this beauty. it has WB6 digital clock with it! I've already scheduled some maintenance work to ensure it stays in top condition: Injector cleaning Vent pipe replacement (proactive change due to common failures around this mileage) Spark plug replacement Air filter change These services are booked for next week at a BMW workshop. The costs quoted were: Injector cleaning: $28 + GST Vent pipe change: $165 + GST Spark plug change: $218 + GST Air filter: $88 + GST I'm eager to learn more about maintaining this model. Any advice on specific parts that should be regularly checked or replaced would be greatly appreciated. Looking forward to engaging with you all and gaining insights into the best practices for keeping my 430i in prime condition. Cheers!

I'll grab the 3 series key ring if it's still up for grabs?

@E30 325i Rag-Top - pm’d

I'd rent it out as a kart track or as a drift burnout pad, its not as bad as that new airport they showed on top-gear years ago,

I have avoided taking pictures for the sake of my blood pressure, but seeing as you asked so nicely the next time it's not pissing down I'll grab some. At least I'll have pics for the camp fire when I'm 80 reminiscing about that time I had a v10 family wagon that I let a blind painter spray.....

keen on the m5 ring of still available

Takapuna Panel beaters. Marty and Michelle are big BMW fans. Marty is a wicked driver and currently runs an M2 race car. Done a lot of work for BMW series drivers over the decade.

@Wyv I know that Takapuna Panelbeaters on the shore have converted a number of M2s into race cars recently, they might have some spare seats.

No, they don't. But who tf needs cc anyway? Does your right foot not work?