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Well i have it now in my f20 and its definitely different to the e87

I dont see "active steering" in my vin decoder for the old 130i.

best way to find out market value is... by putting it on the market. I would say you should find a buyer at $20-25k. any more it might be a wait.

So is is 100% clear that LCI (CIC iDrive) models have the eletronic steering and the pre-LCI (CCC iDrive flip up screen) has the hydraulic? in which case it would make sense to go for a 2006-2008ish? model over the 2009+? and is it the same for E82 135i's?

keep an eye out for a 135i exhaust to put on there, makes a nice difference!

hellbm's 130i started off as a pre lci afaik but who knows, might be using m3 running gear and rack?

I need more info on the steering thing. Its news to me and owning an f20 m135i with electric steering i can confidently say it is totally different to my old 130i lci. But i dont have any experience in a pre lci e87 so need to try one day..

can you elaborate on this? I didnt know that the E87 LCI was electric steering??

agree on the LCI, mine was 2010 and its much nicer than the pre LCI. also you get the nicer CIC idrive instead of the flip up screen. Im pretty sure almost all 130i are msport

From the sound of things, it seems like the 130i is a perfect car for your purpose. it is way way way better than an E90 330i. previously owned a 130i myself in auto and it was awesome. the engine sound is to die for and if you are going for a manual, you will have a very fun time. fuel economy is not wonderful but its not horrible, doing long distance helps a lot but enjoy it for what it is, a fantastic 6 pot engine in a nice chassis that is awesome in windy roads as well as daily. If anything, the ride is a bit stiff, suspension rides hard, get some better tyres and a call out service for flats since theres no spare and you will be fine.

sorry to hear that! hope you can get it sorted without too much fuss

randomly remembered this after seeing Glenn's BBQ posts. I am still going strong havent touched a single cigarette since I quit beginning of May 2018 so 9 months now!!

looks awesome in blue. hope it was cheap! u need some BBS wheels?

this is just wrong. it only came up a few days ago when someone posted a repco or super cheap sale for edge you have my contact francois.

bump someone must have one of these somewhere?

nice video!

just had a look but their prices are not cheaper than FCP for filters, and they dont have in stock the gaskets I need. eg: mann oil filter - 6.99USD at FCP which is 10 NZD same filter is 18.68 NZD on micks, 15 NZD after the 20% off

I also always used fcp. Planning to order some filters and gaskets and fcp shipping was about 40usd. Happy to combine it on micks if i can find everything i need. Soba? Pm me what u want and ill see if i can add it up

With Shipping from ireland?

What’s good to buy from here?

agreed, would take an msport 540i any day

I mean its kind of cool and rare but 50k? yeah nah.. and it aint an M5 either, just a jazzed up 540i right? very nicely photographed to not show the auto/tiptronic shifter too Offered Here is a very Rare BMW B10 Alpina 4.6 V8 Right hand drive in outstanding original condition , Unmarked Alpina Striping , And the interior is also immaculate . This car needs to be seen . Number 547 of the build , With the prices of collector BMWs going skyward ,This is a Great useable Classic car . This car was sold new in Japan and here in Christchurch now . Classic Car Magnum Prestige 354 St Asaph St Christchurch Central Appointments advised for Viewing as I am not always there . M/B 0274334404

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Welcome, E87 120i hatch? not known to be the most reliable 4cyl engine, may leak engine oil out the side after a certain number of kms so you will need to keep a close eye on the maintenance, perishables and consumables etc.

punch in your vin to realoem and compare with a e87 to see if it is interchangeable? also try the dealers, something like this could be cheaper than expected