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Agreed.

Actually, I did look at those. The SP23 2007 hatchback. But they are around the 17-18k mark for the low k ones. So it made more sense to get a 130i instead.

Cheers Paul, I might just do that. I have to get an auto, so other family members can drive it as well. The compact factor was a big plus for ease of parking and zooming around in traffic.

Cheers Kyu. Might just try to get a 135i or a E92 335i then.

Morning everyone, Thinking of picking up a 130i M sport as a daily. I have seen a few on trademe for the 18k-20k mark with 50,000kms on the clock. Reliable cars? And fun to drive? Any issues to look out for ? Cheers.

Yes but I knew the BMW zealots would pounce on his ad anyway.

I sent him the following message 'People don't know the value of these cars, they will be worth a lot in the coming years, just look at the E30 M3! Your asking price is very reasonable for such a sought after classic and should generate fair amount of interest'

After going for a ride in your car, oh man I am a believer!

Definitely worth the asking price!

Someone's gotta do it.

Oh that's sad to hear. Was keen on it but after hearing this - maybe not. Has anyone checked it out lately?

Cheers for the tips Mark. I think I will narrow down to Ilam then, seems to be midpoint between city and airport. Yeah, need to be close to the airport for work purposes. Ilam seems like the suburb for me.

Morning everyone, I will be based in Christchurch start of November onwards. I am looking at going flatting and would prefer the suburbs around the airport. I am just looking for tips as to which ones to stay away from. I have been looking around Ilam and Avonhead. What do you guys/girls reckon? Regards

http://bmwdiy.info/suspension-survey/index.html Survey of E39 owners and their suspension setups. I would say if go with an aftermarket Spring & Shock setup. You have plenty of options to choose from e.g. Dinan, Eibach, H&R, Koni, Bilsteins... just don't go cheap or for the cheap chinese made coilovers. Car is looking nice btw with those wheels.

G'day everyone, I am looking for a set of Style 5 wheels in 17x8 with ET 20. I am searching on behalf of forum member Barry from Wellington. Regards,

Ooo, the plot thickens! Sometimes trademe has more drama than Shortland St.

G'day everyone, What do you guys and girls think of this? Very nice looking, minus the bags. http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/bmw/auction-1144361984.htm But 22k?

I should take some pics, sorry being a bit busy with work. Ride height is almost the same as with stock shocks and AP springs. The front sits a little lower and that's cos of the springs being lower in the front. But it suits the E28 as the front fender gap is a lot larger than the rear. I also installed new bump stops in the rear. The rears are adjustable height wise. Will definitely take lots of pics this weekend. The ride is actually better than stock shocks and lowering springs. It was too harsh before, now is more sports comfort. I had the ABS light come ON when I first just the springs installed, but after the shocks got upgraded the light went back OFF. I got the shocks installed by shockshop. They did it for $200. My no is 0211804565, I can watsapp/viber you some pics if you like (of the car).

Hey Ben, Bilstein sports cost me almost $1300 with shipping and customs from turner motorsport. Apex springs were around the $250 mark. I also ordered new shock mounts and bump stops for $100.

I went with Bilstein sports all around with Apex springs. Sits nice and rides beautifully. Very sports feel, not too harsh.

Wow, I mean WOW! Now that is one gorgeous E30. Member's car? http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/bmw/auction-1108947957.htm

Red E28 M535i at Ardmore on the 17th July (last Sunday). Sorry didn't get the chance to talk to you but the car looked nice.

Cheers Andy. I will probably lodge the dispute just for the same reason.

Good evening everyone, I bought a cricket bat on trademe for indoor cricket almost two weeks ago for $77. The seller is based in Palmy and I am in Auckland. The seller sent an email with Bank details and courier costs. I did a direct bank transfer and then emailed him my address. After that, no reply or bat. He didn't provide a phone number either. His ratings are ok, 97% with 260 transactions and people have said he tends to be very slow in replying. But I have informed trademe of the issue and they are trying to contact him. If that fails, what other options do I have? Contact Police maybe? Thanks

Welcome Aj to the forum. Nice E39 you have there.