Gaz

If you have no intention of getting said part fitted yet still ask for a quote is that not wasting time?

Its check and replace if required, engine has to be cool enough so check with them how long they need the car. 90% are ok and the ones I have replaced, stock has been available ex-Auckland but will be different for each model

He doesn't know what the chapter to read if he doesn't ask the dealer which book to read from. It goes both ways, they can also tell if you are going to waste their time as you clearly state you do for fun

Sales people have it easy as people will buy a car based on a number of things, none of which are how much the sales person knows. Most people these days know more than the sales person. Service and in particular warranty advisors have to deal with the black and white rulebook that the Germans have created (which often changes so bear that in mind when asking for peoples experiences) so are more likey to get an accurate answer from one of them. What is it you are wanting to do exactly?

Each dealer will have their own rules about fitting aftermarket parts, we do but others do not. As to the warranty, yes it can affect it but also depends on the scenario. But if the car fails you'd expect them to bend over backwards for you no? I think you'll find most people who work in the industry do it because they enjoy and have a passion for the brand. Just because we work for the dealer doesn't change why we work there

There's one on eBay Don https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F123670856493

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1991-bmw-m3-16/ Currently $USD26K but it has 200,000km on it

Sold pending

Yum, I kinda regret selling my old set but they would just go to waste sitting in the shed GLWS

Cheaper for bimmersport members. Also have a brand new rear chrome trim as well

He was a little taken back by the offer as he wasn't expecting that much. At the time he declined, he said he didn't know what he would by in place of it

Meet a guy at e30 megameet 2016 who had been offered 90k the week earlier for his m3. I think it was just a standard m3 but a very nice one at that so money is out there just a limited amount of people who want to spend it on an e30

Starting to see a few recalls on diesels for EGR cooler issues. Not sure of relates to the fires they are talking about but if you have an F series diesel then either check with your local dealer or PM me you rego/VIN and I'll check it on Monday when I'm back at work

Been thinking about this for a while but have decided to sell this as I don't have the time, space or money at the moment to do this properly. If anyone is interested then please PM me

https://www.bimmerarchive.org/e-code/ Also includes Mini

Keep say 10k on floating so as you pay it off and if the car breaks then you can pull some of it out to pay for the repair. I do instead of saving so I pay less on the mortgage. Have to be careful not to overspend on it however

What caused the old one to blow up?

Thanks mate, yep car is almost been rebuilt now but cheers

Not that there is much difference between the two, BMW NZ supplies 5w30

Cheers I was kinda hoping someone had one in the country however Did cross my mind as I got my last one from him so might give him a buzz

anyone got one lying around or where to get one new?

The correct oil for your car is 5W30 so none of those. Would have thought it come up on the Castrol oil finder seeing as they are the approved oil for BMW

LOL... genuine coil is $149 from BMW so don't know where you are getting that number from E: all N engine series are at least

Thermostat is closed until it reaches temp then opens and closes to maintain running temperature. When it is closed, the car will idle and run a little richer to help generate heat. Since the thermostat is open, there is alot more coolant to heat meaning it is slower to reach temperature and longer time spent in the 'warm up' phase

If the thermostat is stuck open, then in theory it should improve consumption as the idle will be lower as the engine reaches optimal running temp faster