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Snake oil or not, I had the M5 done last week and it looks unbelievable for a car that’s just about 20 years old. Initially, the company I used, Elite Detailing in Wellington, wondered why I’d brought it to them because it already looked reasonably good. I wanted paint correction on some of the clear coat scratches an un-named dealership created when they changed my windscreen last year and so in addition I decided to give their coating a go. I’m so impressed. Obviously different colours would have different results in terms of that deep glossy look. If it lasts the 4/5 years they claim, and I’m sure it will as the car is not a daily, then it’s money well spent. The team were very professional, knowledgeable and set the proper expectations about the product they use. Yes it can scratch, yes you can still chip it however I was more than happy to give them my money for their time. It’s really good to see some of their other work and see their passion for detailing. I have a light scratch on the passenger side door of the Porsche that doesn’t quite polish out, I want to avoid painting and after seeing the amazing work Elite did on the M5, I’m happy to hand it over and get them to apply the coating too. It will be good to see how it lasts on a daily.

I don’t really see how else he can do it? If he gets close to the right side, scratched wheels! ?. To be fair, the car wash will scratch his paint just as badly.

So pleased Pete it isn’t as bad as it originally sounded. Jon is the only man for the job!

I think that’s just the difference between different drivers preferences. I tend to love torque, others like to rev and work for it. Having owned the n52 and n54 together for the last few years, they both have their merits and the n52 is great, but to me it’s always just lacking something. Sadly my n52 has been the most unreliable engine I’ve ever owned from BMW and it has less mileage than my n54. N54 has been nothing but brilliant constantly. It’s hugely capable, giggle all the time fun, sounds so much better and more economical every day. Okay okay, I think I’ll start a n54 fanboy thread.

I think I read that article. Did it include the 335ci? My problem with the 1 series hatch is having to look at it every day.

Great video!

Wow. That is a stunning transformation!

Sold!

Looking for a factory jack for e39/e90 platform.

Perfect. Thank you. Putting together a spare tire and jack kit for the e92.

Does it still have the factory jack?

I’ve always loved this short advert. Remember seeing it when I was learning to drive.

Check out the documented history folder. Been very well loved too.

Bumping...... Xmas is over so if Santa didn’t bring you anything you wanted, how about treating yourself to this?

Have both and it really makes no difference. Having +/- on the same paddle let’s you drive in latte/makeup touch up mode which is probably the reason they did it.

They are proper paddle shifters.

Good question. I’ve been searching for this sort of information too for the e92 and not much luck.

Selling on behalf of my sister who has owned for the last 2 years. This is her 1998 328i coupe in Montreal Blue. Full factory M-Sport package with partial leather seats. Currently at 142Km. This car has only had enthusiasts as owners, shown by the massive folder full of service history and it's overall condition. Door cards and headliner recovered in the last 2 years. The only non factory extras include an alarm with immobiliser, a bluetooth headunit and tinted windows. Even has factory PDC! Plate will be included in the sale, current WOF and Registration. 5,500.00 ono PM me if you are interested.

Very cool thread! Car looks so good. @BozzaFC when are you doing a manual conversion for your e39?

The wood trim really glows at night with the amber LED lights on it. Makes it a nice place to be. Personal preferences though. I like it.

I’d be taking option 2 as well.

Looking really good! I sprayed the vinyl dye onto my parcel shelf and it came up looking a million dollars.

Hey Google, what’s an Evo? “Based on your recent search history, I could only find one outcome” ? https://www.roadandtrack.com/car-culture/classic-cars/a27193651/bmw-e30-m3-sport-evolution-changes/

Needs M badge delete. ?

Love the e39 passion Boston. Think we need to get together with @adro to arrange a photo shoot of the V8’s.