jeffbebe
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Just make sure you give it a good clean should you buy it.
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Sounds like torque converter. If you've caught it early enough a service and new oil might save it but if it's already making that kind of noise it's probably on the way out. Ray recently did a tc repair for Amber-Leigh on a 540i for a very reasonable amount. I suggest a quick call to HellBM or one of the other forum sponsors for proper diagnosis and repair if required. EDIT: My 540's still for sale with no such problems
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Saw a very tidy Anthracite Grey E39 M5 just down the road from me in Grey Lynn. Can't be many of these and it wasn't Dave O's Old V8 M plate.
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It's pretty expensive compared to others for sale too and I'm not a fan of the spoilers on the 8s. Spoke to the seller of this one and it is also currently going into limp mode (which he hasn't had diagnosed) so isn't filling me full of lust.
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It's a members' car (Jamez)... Been meaning to take a look. Don't like the colour but there's always paint or wrap.
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Wood for wood, eh, Tony? You're weird. (actually, I don't mind it on the console but looks terrible on the wheel).
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Buy mine and find out.
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The seller's posted some interior shots... That wheel would have to go and the wood wrapped, I think. LHD would be a PITA. Might look out of interest anyway when I get back to town.
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You won't be able to put xenon bulbs in the existing fog lamps (not legally anyway) and LEDs will look okay but won't be much cop if you actually want to use them to see where you're going but will be cheap. Best bet - but also most expensive - will be to source some HID fog assemblies. It's only illegal to fit an HID kit to a lamp not designed for xenons. Unless you're pretty good at this or know someone who can do a decent polish afterwards I'd recommended getting a pro to do it and a full cut and polish. It's quite pricey but you only need to do it once then look after it and you'll have paint that looks new for a long time to come.
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Aha! I was looking on my phone and didn't notice that... Well spotted, Brent!
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I hope the need does arise, thanks!
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Couple of more recent shots (yesterday)... Tempted?
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Yes, I saw that one. Not the V8 I wanted and no cream/grey leather but does have the motorsport kit which is appealing. I've got a couple of sets of BBS wheels, either of which would look a lot better than those chrome M pars... Although repainted in normal silver and they suit the car IMO. If it's still there when I get back to Auckland later this week I'll take a look. EDIT: Pity it has that ugly-ass spoiler on it.
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I've got some 6w (I think) ones lying around. I'll match the OP's price if he has sold his.
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Thanks. Won't be rushing into it and even contemplating importing one so will have to be extra vigilant when it comes to maintenance (and rust!). Fingers crossed I can find one suitable.
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Good stuff. I don't mind the Schnitzer kit at all.
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Yep, love those R129s but although 4 doors is no longer a priority, 4 seats is.
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Yeah the red manual was up for sale not long ago for $50k... Way out of my price range. I know someone with two 840s. One M60, one M62... Neither Motorsport. He is keen to sell but hasn't come up with a price yet so I don't know if my budget will stretch. Will consider importing as SIV if I can find a cheap rust-free car in the UK.
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I have a box you can have/borrow, Josh.
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The main criticism of the E31 was that it was underpowered compared to it's rivals. I guess an M54 turbo would be okay but supercharged M54s barely rate the same output as the V12 and would cost and arm and leg to do. If I get one I'd want to keep it as close to stock as possible (hence bolt on supercharger on the V8) as their value is only going to increase if they're left unmolested. An FI M54 E31 ain't going to be worth anything in terms of resale.
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That's the plan, Josh... If I can find one at the right price. Mostly 850s in my price range and I'm not really sold on the V12 - though may have to reconsider if I want an E31... We'll see.
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So, what you're telling me is that my perfect car is out there, you might even know where it is, but you're going to buy it yourself!! Choice!! Haha
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Yes you can, and it's f**king thousands.
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You're a BMW enthusiast... You are not good with money. Fact.
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Please offer more for it then as the car I really want is quite a bit more expensive!!
