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You're also looking specifically for a halogen headlamp, and that will unfortunately rule out most Japanese imports as a donor. Might need to call around a bunch of wreckers to see if they'll ship one if they have one, have your VIN ready when you call.

Epic cars, it's an interesting proposition. A garage queen with low miles will hold value but, if you're going to drive it, like this one is intended, then you surely have to consider an OG M2 for ~$20k less, or a M2C for similar money (or less) right? And as driver's cars that's going to be a tight, and probably subjective, call. None came up (that I could afford) whilst looking for my M2C so unfortunately I didn't have the option. Had this been available I would have 100% considered it. But also, I agree with @Neil McCauley, these are not rare, the e46 CSL is my benchmark for "obtainable" "rare", BMW's. I can't see the 1M reaching those levels.

Welcome Zawiyar, those e61 wagons are just so practical, nice choice!

Okay, perhaps as expected no specific interest on Trademe. I'll now consider offers from Bimmersporters (+friends and family, as long as they quote your user name here), I'll adjust the Trademe classified to entertain offers in a week or so, those that see it here get a head start. Contact me here or by cell (first post). 👍 Edit: I mean offers based on my original listing price here, if you can't remember that, send me a message.

I've seen some positive talk on UK forums about this, not sure how long it lasts though? https://bilthamber.com/product/dynax-ub/ Never used it myself.

Had them in the blue one I accidentally bought, and I've seen them on another import also, indeed they're great on the road, much better than the stock motorsport suspension. I would not think they'd provide much control or comfort under track conditions but I've not tried them in those circumstances. Those and mine were practically night and day.

Martin's terracotta one? That is an LCI, so comes with the gauge.

For those rocking manuals this guy from Oz is making some DSSR's that look pretty good quality and he's happy to ship. https://www.babybmw.net/threads/130i-billet-dssrs.158650/

I installed a new diffuser today that hides most of the "cow udder" effect of the M2C exhaust. Probably should have removed the bumper because I broke the stock one during removal (very surprised at how brittle it was!). Not too much of a concern, it's an inexpensive part and I quite like the new one. This is just a plastic one from China, fit is good and tight, installation was easy enough, the plastic is arguably more durable than the stock one. Hopefully it doesn't melt! 😭 Old: New:

https://www.trademe.co.nz/a/motors/cars/bmw/130i/listing/5308928309 🤨

Not sure which thread to actually put this in but... "Downforce wing – subtle but sharp", an absolute requirement for the throttle controller - https://www.trademe.co.nz/a/motors/cars/bmw/130i/listing/5313034101

No, mine has been laid up for a month on a battery tender and nothing strange upon opening the doors when I got into it today, and I didn't start it immediately. Certainly no extended pump priming. When I did start it, it fired up like new.

Mine is now listed on Trademe also, the free listings today gave me the necessary kick in the arse (and rewarded my procrastination). Bimmersport members should contact me here first if they're interested. https://www.trademe.co.nz/a/motors/cars/bmw/listing/5313134381

Now listed on Trademe, Bimmersport members should contact me here if you're interested in the car. https://www.trademe.co.nz/a/motors/cars/bmw/listing/5313134381

Now listed on Trademe, Bimmersport members should contact me first. https://www.trademe.co.nz/a/motors/cars/bmw/listing/5313134381