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Ended upbought the radiator and some other parts through fcp euro and get them shipped here for only us$75. I honestly very happy with service and surprised that roughly about a week later I've got the packages. Upon inspection, they actually ship them by air! I dont expect that at all. So, car now has new cooling system and some parts are upgraded to better quality (metal pump). Thanks for your help guys. W

Now i'm worried. I found another listing with hella/behr brands: https://www.trademe.co.nz/1350275680 Will this fit 2001 e39? I've noticed there are some variations for the earlier e39 and the v8 model. Am I right? cheers, W

Hi. Just wanting to find some comments from you guys about any experience on this brand that floats around in trademe. My E39 decided to crap the expansion tank last saturday and I've been suspecting a small/tiny leak on the passenger side tank. So, it is time to overhaul the system. I also want to know if there's aluminium thermostat housing and if there's anyone in Akl (or NZ) sells/stocks them? The plan is to future proof it. Any info would be greatly appreciated. willy

They make good doorstops or paperweight...

Ditto. Need this info too. I need to get a place that can clean the cabin evaporator unit and leak testing the whole unit for my civic. Any info would be very helpful.

Looks very nice. I'm still confused with all this aftermarket headunits. What will happen with the OBC setting? Such as the fuel consumptions & travel distance? What about the aux ventilation that I found handy on a hot day? Whe you remove the stock HU, does it mean that you remove the device to control them? Shed me some light if you will. Thanks, W

Is the roof rack still available? T/me listing is expired. Cheers, W

Im considering on doing this on my e39 wagon. Seems quite intense tbh.

Just bought a wing mirror part from Ray earlier this week. He's very helpful. I will definitely go back to him as I need more parts.

Do you mean to change the regulator? How much for a R/R window regulator? can pm me if you want. Cheers. W

Hi all. My 1st technical post in this place. My 1st bimmer, bought 2nd hand. Not much history about it. Anyway, to the topic, my rear-right door window is seem to be stuck closed. Not sure what's going on. If I press the button down, seems like there's a subtle click from behind the panel. So, I guess, the motor should be fine. Or is not? What is the signs if my motor is busted or if the regulator it self is busted? I haven't tried to crack open the door card yet. Haven't got any guts yet to do it. If its my honda, I'd be puling the glass window out. I'm quite handy with tools and mechanical. But, when it comes to bimmers, I'm kind of chickened out. Worried that I make things worse without a good decent guidance. Anyway, that's all for now. Thanks everyone. WN

2nd wtb thread. Looking for front & rear cup holder. Must be in good working condition, no cracks or breakage. cheers. will

Gents. Looking for e39 (2001) rhs wing mirror motor kit/unit with bronze-ish tint. Not quite sure if mine has demister. My motor unit got a few broken plastic parts that was glued together in place. I think I only need the motor unit with all the gears intact. cheers will

let me know. I still got my sr4 red recs from my civic. looking to sell that one. pretty much sitting in one of the bedroom/storage in the house for the last 2 years or so. no rips, no ciggie hole. bolster a bit tired, rhs of driver side. last time i took them out were clean as.

I decided to grab it. I need to get this upgrading the car as soon as i can. Anyway, found that the abs sensors been replaced, new radiator tank (pheewww), new rear arm bushes, and few more bits& pieces. Driven it once, and it rides very comfortable. 1st bimmer, and hopefully i have good long years with it. Now, a few problems that i couldnt seems to understand: the remote keys does nothing. 1key gives a red light blipped quickly once, but doesn't do anything. The spare one, do nothing at all. Went online to do a bit of digging on key issues. Found that mine aren't the diamond shaped, but a rounded butt end type with what seems to be 1 big button, & 1 small button (Which one is unlock & lock?). Ive red all about re-initialisation of the chip. But still not confident enough. Need someone to help me on this issue. Next thing is driver side wing mirror couldn't be adjusted. As I adjust with the buttons, i heard the motor noises, but no movement on the mirror it self. The mirrors folding in alright, though. Also, ive read that the region format of the radio can be adjusted. Mine is jap import. If someone can guide me through to change the region, it would be much appreciated. Car's garaged, i haven't use it since. Been using the corolla to work. Anyway, any respond from you guys are much appreciated. Got a big learning curve ahead of me. Cheers

Im leaning on the 1st one too. However, is that a reasonable price? Im not that familiar with it.

How much do they charge typically, if you dont mind me asking? I suppose they can come to where the vehicle is located (within akl). Also, would they pick electrical faults?

im in auckland, north shore area. 530 wagon is quite difficult to find. I'd rather get the motorsport one. better looking in my opinion'

Greetings everyone. I thought this is time to mature up, let go my daily hatch (been serving me for 4+ years at least?) and moving on with life. Things changes now, and a little civic doesn't suit my situation anymore. Anyway, just want to know what do you guys comment on e39 wagon? In particular the 530i? I've been watching the trademe for quite a while, and they rarely appears on the market. There's one that has 179'sk mileage, but not sure about the tidiness. This will be my 1st bimmer, so I'm not so sure what to look. I need the space of the wagon, but not quite sure if I want to drive an SUV. I don't mind a ute, but SUV is just an overkill in my view. Is the car expensive (within reasonable limit) to maintain? If I want to buy, what should I watch for? What will be the difference for the imported ones? I think thats all for now. Please check my trademe discussion here: http://www.bimmersport.co.nz/forums/index....showtopic=42319

What do you guys think of this? http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=527305238 http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/...n-524680665.htm where can I get someone to do pre-purchase checks on BMW? i don't think i trust AA for this. Let me know your comment. Cheers.

what's the offset?? im thinking for non bmw car. want to know if it's gonna fit. is that the color? 3x black with red lip?

haha..... same thing like drive 1.3 civic carb'd sedan....

nick021>> thanks for that. how is their fuel consumption? my 1.6L dohc engine use an average of 12.5km/ltr with either 95 or 98 octane.

well, i can see the general reason. newer cars, newer technology, and still younger. whats the best e30? and whats the best e36? exclude m3's, cos they are out of my league.....

thats a neat e30. i want sedan too.... i cary passengers pretty often. but yea, i might compromise that for a neat coupe. =P