m325i

Sick. This is the one to have! As an ex 300km e30 daily driver, I'd suggest replace every rubber hose. Clear front and side markers? I've heard the Mtech steering wheels are very expensive. Why not a period Momo/Sparco ? Will you be daily-ing? Look forward to the updates

Anyone here twinning with a low carbon black M3 in Ponsonby?

I retract my e46 vote! (not sure of 325/330 wagon values?) 130i msport in white with a sunroof. I almost bought one when they were low $20s. Bought a 120i instead. Massive regret, as I ended up taking a bath on a 120i and then an S3. Could have kept the 130i over that whole time and not been an Exxon Valdez simulator.

Hold out for a facelift coupe or mtech 1. You'll regret any other choice.

I don't know what's happening ITT.

Source? https://consumer.licensys.co.nz/plate-vehicle-details $23.15

Great work! You should get a fresh plate - they are like $30 or something.

By "gearbox" in my mind I am thinking the actual gears, which I understand to be the same.

They're not Yeah I know! Or an M2. I think you would ultimately regret either option, but when you've had it for so many years, the idea is tempting. On the other hand, that is the proof - that many years later and I know the buzz it still gives me... that's what people have woken up to.

I think the vert's kept going for longer pre FL?

The BMW Performance once are quite different. Don’t think there are Bmw ones that have///M on them. So no. the brake and clutch I bought separately. i just replaced mine with black ones from eBay. About $65 new

offers?

$30 Shipped North Island / $35 South Island Note: the clutch and brake pedals are slip on style, not drill in.

I would add I was cross shopping with an f30 wagon. They look cooler, but I struggled to find a good spec. Anyway, I assume you're not using this as a 'sports car' - it's a family/utility car. I think the X3 is actually more fun. It's still awesome to drive 7/10th, and the SUV height is novel and more fun I reckon. (Can't beat 'em, join 'em?). I keep asking Mrs what the fantasy upgrade is (Maccan, Ionic 5, Merc, SQ5 etc...) And she's just like 'new x3'. Which is not really that different. (unless CarPlay is an essential - which can be retrofitted). X3 35i is more (and can be) a mini X3 M more than the 335i /M3 in my opinion.

I got the 30d - been bulletproof. Family has N55 version. Sounds great, sucks gas. Both are grunty, but I think I prefer the diesel. The LCI (and LCI wheels) are nicer, but the premium is not worth it IMO. Would buy again....

Looks well done, sans a few details, (eg tail lights). Why can't widebody kits have a fuel door flush? Not surprised that's the price - pretty cool!

I have a mint OEM sunglass tray that I took out 7 years ago to replace with cupholders. Are they worth money?

Same. (Edit - Well the foam cannon spray type) The Koch Chemie protector wax is good. I also have liked the Fireball hydrophobic snow foam. I think they all must be pretty similar though.

If you want to spend money outside of Supercheap, there are heaps of better options. Check out https://kochexperts.com/nz/ - rating their stuff ATM... In saying that, I am in the middle of a lockdown valet too - after a polish I am going with the oldschool combo of Powerlock and Collinite 845. Hard to beat the look and it lasts pretty well.

It's a bit confusing as there are resin bases ceramic coatings, and then there are these water based ones like what they sell at Supercheap. The Supercheap stuff is really just like a modern wax. They tend to have better water beading and last a bit longer than a wax (making washing easier), but it's debatable how much 'protection' they offer. Regardless, they do have some good options. If you want a really easy application, try this. It lasts pretty good. If you want to apply like a traditional wax, try this or try this. Post results!

It's a dream if you share the car, as I do with wife. One button press to get back your exact settings.

I'm no expert. I understand they are pretty stout - much better than 4cly. That one has facelift wheels which are a nice upgrade IMO. I regret buying a warranty on mine - especially as they stipulate more servicing for D's.

At the time I looked there were a lot of UK cars. Manual seats, halogen lights, no back up camera, cloth /not heated seats, auto boot etc. There are also multiple versions of iDrive screen. Of course that stuff is all 'luxury' - but once you have it it's hard to go back. The X3s just seemed to have more sh*t. And often 'all' the sh*t. More of them too.

Wanted a F31 330d / 335d. Was underwhelmed with the poverty spec on the market, limited options and premium prices (which seem to have all got worse). Ended up getting an X3 30d and I am converted. Guess it depends what you want it for. Doesn't look as cool, but everything else in the X3 is better IMO. X drive is pretty sweet. Million times better than Audi haldex. Bottom line though, BMW I6 diesels are beasts. Good luck!