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Ok heres the breakdown. For an E70, it comes in pre-facelift and facelift models with the switchover year in 2010. Assuming you're looking for diesel, the preface-lift E70 came in 2 variants of the M57 engine. - 3.0d is single turbo - 3.0sd is twin turbo - 35d is the same as 3.0sd Around 2010 they changed the naming to 30d, 35d, 40d, 50d and this is where it gets a bit muddy. - 30d = N57 single turbo - 40d = N57 twin turbo - 50d = N57 triple turbo!!! The main price difference in the E70s after the engine comes from : - Facelift vs Prefacelifted - Mspec vs standard spec - 5 or 7 seats. - Interior trim (leather, heated, ventilated etc) - Panaramic sunroof - Idrive version - 360 Camera, etc If you are towing, you'll want one with "additional towing capacity" on the options list. This typically means you have air suspension in the rear.

Hey firstly, welcome aboard! These BMW diesels are great cars - they offer excellent performance, economy and even reliability (except for cam chain issues for your model). Yours look to be a low KM, NZ new example - you have done well! I'm not a big fan of the blacked out rims, so perhaps go for some nice factory Mspec rims and some white LED angel eyes would be a good starting point.

Nice looking car! Does anyone know how it compares to the E70 X5 diesel in terms of performance and reliability?

Hi Team, As per title I'm considering getting the XHP flash done on my 6 speed auto on the E70. Has anyone had experience with this and is it worth doing? Cheers, Andrew

I have some style 32's for sale, all 17" 3 x 7.5" Silver (ET41) 1 x 8" Silver (ET47) 1 x 8" (Chrome) (ET47) PM me for details.

Cool - I'll send you a PM

Thanks Jom. Is it an oem one? Could be keen.

I'm after a fuel pump to suit a 96 323i - preferably one from a lower mileage car as mines crapping out. Realoem suggests part number 16146758736 - and should be the same for all E36 (4 and 6 cyl) models. It can be complete with the fuel level sender or just the pump motor alone. If its the pump motor alone, I think an E46 one should work also. Please let me know your price and location. Thanks Andrew

Hey Ray - could you please PM me with price? Thanks

Bump! Still looking for a 17x7.5" or 8" style 32

@Kobra I thought I've found the perfect match....but not quite I am in a similar situation with 3 x 7.5" and 1 x 8" If you're willing to part with 1x of your 8" rim let me know!

Thank you Sir!

Thanks Kyu, thats very helpful! Would you know where I would find this statutory declaration form? Thanks

Hello, I have a question about personalised plates. I'm thinking about selling my car which came with a Europlate when I first purchased it but now I'm thinking about selling the car and transferring the plate to my family car. Would anyone know whether its a simple case of filling out a form and transferring the plate? I've heard somewhere that I may not actually own the plate even though I own the car.

Hello, I've got a set of mis-matched style 32's. Needing either a 7.5" or a 8" to make a complete staggered or square set. Let me know if you've got one for sale or keen on swapping. Or if you want to buy them from me, shoot me a message. Cheers, Andrew

Being a modern diesel, they're required to be fitted with a DPF (Diesel particulate filter) in the exhaust. These can be problematic if you mainly use the car for short trips. If you regularly drive it on long trips and allow the DPF to regenerate, they're all good. Otherwise you could be in for a hefty bill.

Hi Derick, The newer LEDs do can do a great job in getting your angel eyes bright and white. Getting the inner ring bright is easy, but most people have trouble getting the outer ring bright enough. This is where you need to get the brightest LEDs possible. With the factory headlights, the bulb is placed behind the inner ring, and the larger outer ring is lit up through a plastic fiber optic. This means that regardless of what bulbs you use, the outer ring will always be dimmer as most of the light is lost through the transmission through the optic. If you wanted the ultimate solution, it is possible to replace the plastic fibre optic rings with complete LED rings. However, this is a big job and not suitable for the average DIYer out there. I have a lot of experience with these as I supply and fit these lights. If you'd like to know more, send me a PM. Cheers, Andrew

Hey Tony - welcome to the family. Nice looking 335 you have there - those aren't the standard Msport wheels? I see your photo was taken at Ormiston college - but you're based in Wellington?

@richard great - i'll take the headlight.

Hi, Interested in the e36 headlight. Where in Auckland are you? Cheers, Andrew

Whats wrong with the old one? In most cases they can be repaired

Hi Scott, For the LCI models with Xenon Headlights, the angel eye bulb can be accessed without removing the headlight. The Pre-LCI ones require you to remove the headlight, but LCI models, the angel eyes are powered by an H8 bulb. I can supply and install replacement factory or aftermarket led options that won't give you any bulb out errors. Send me a message. Cheers, Andrew

Hi - no I didn't. Ended up going with the Pentosin ATF-1, had to pay a premium getting it shipped from the states. But for me, it was worth it for the piece of mind.

Welcome. Yes, you MUST do the swirl flaps or you will regret. An absolute must do - it can fail any moment and that'll be the end of your car! Funnily enough, I have a 330D auto and I'm interested in a 320D manual or 330D manual haha

I too am still looking for the right ATF for my E92. Have heard from various sources that certain reputable shops uses a Fuchs ATF, and Glenn has recommended the Amtex fluid (but those guys won't sell me any ), hence i'm still on the hunt. I came across the Penrite Full Synthetic BMV. https://www.penriteoil.com.au/assets/pis_pdfs/ATF BMV.pdf It states : "ATF BMV may be used in ZF 6, 8 and 9 speed automatic transmissions where Lifeguard 6, 8 & 9 is recommended" and also: "REPLACES OEM PART NUMBERS ZF No. S671 090 255 (Lifeguard 6), ZF No. S671 090 (Lifeguard 8), ZF No. AA01.500.001 (Lifeguard 9)" I've contacted Penrite NZ and they suggested this one would be suitable. Quite tempting given the lack of options in NZ. Any thoughts / experiences?