SmithyInWelly

Myopic election hyperbole.

That is a nice combo - ditch/paint the wheels; get a new steering one (80kms?) and let it rip... not quite worth what they're asking as it is - but could be close for the right buyer; that seemingly hasn't yet seen it.

I remember seeing it when I was considering options a couple of months back... I like that it's not silver/black and that interior could grow on you - after you've been violently ill once or twice lol 

20 minutes ago, Gabe79 said:

No, it was this one which another forum member bought for what I can only guess is a steal

 

I meant the rouge one in the TM link ;-) 

Does it have to be a Motorsport?

6 hours ago, Gabe79 said:

Have you seen what's on Trademe now, there isn't much, but this looks nice:

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/bmw/auction-1412394223.htm

Is this the one that was FS in Palmy a couple of months ago? For around $5 if I recall correctly?

I did the same trip in mine a few weeks back... nothing like a total immersion in your new wheels! It's quality bonding time!

Cheers Adrian, I ducked into Supercheap to confirm it was what I thought it was; which it is so that's all good.

I find the whole scanning thing really bluddy confusing as there are different results depending on what it's plugged into... I've even gotten varying codes from the same brand of equipment lol.

For someone who's not a mechanical/electrical guy it's all a bit too hard.

Welcome; nice wagon too!

I was just researching diag tools after my CEL came on again this morning (sigh).

Condition trumps k's (within reason)... go check out the $3k one... if it's a genuine car that's been maintained by an owner who's done a lot of work themselves it could be perfectly fine.

Your assuming there's no history, don't assume - pick up the phone and have a chat with the owner... after that you'll be in a position to decide whether it's worth a look; or whether it's not. If you "settle" for a 328 you'll always be wondering what might have been.

It looks to be a case of offering the maximum you're prepared to lose... then if there's any upside you're quids in (and if there isn't, you've still got your shirt).

Happy to pay for a courier Brent - not sure how I'd do the YT bit but I would look into getting them copied... they'd be gold!

I would love these; as would the wife... if Papakura was in Wellington I'd be there in a flash!

I'm glad I don't have M-sport seats... cos if I did I'd get these and they really wouldn't suit my car (being colour bling can be a curse lol).

GLWS

It's a beaut looking car, well done!

A great read Greg... I think the Avalanches (and their lesser siblings) are underrated and great value for people who want a mix of grunt, comfort, and space - they're getting pretty cheap too. If you can find a good one!

Sounds like good excuse for a hoon into town... I likey!

I've been thinking similarly Kyu... I like the style but they don't suit the car (or the old fart now driving it lol), and I suspect contribute negatively to the ride/compliance issues. 

And snap to the RE003's Olaf; I put them on Greg's old E39 and they were brilliant (for the $$$), much better than the Firestone's on the Euro, and barely more expensive. I've got a BTC near work in Seaview; sadly town is out of the question for me these days - at least during working hours.

So now the shocks are done I need to get a wheel alignment done as it's still a little off... though I've also got to remember it's grand-dad suspension, not m-sport; so my expectations may need a little alignment too (not to mention I've been driving a FWD with 140ish kw for 18 mths, now I'm in a RWD with 190ish).

Then think about some new tyres in the next couple of months - not sure what to get. They're 18's and a daily drive; not a track car. So something that balances wet weather grip  and is good at motorway speeds is important given my drive.

Took it in to get a once over today... turns out the "service" the dealer did was done; and the gasket repair noted in the PPI was done too - just had to clear some codes.

Had the vanos solenoids cleaned out, and code removed. 

Also, the wobbly rear end turned out to be a quite munted shock absorber - so had both rears replaced... and voila!

Now it handles properly whilst driving responsibly up SH58 

5 minutes ago, Olaf said:

Hang on a minute mate.  You can't quietly slip in here looking for a BMW code reader, cite a CEL light, and not disclose what your new BMW is!

or have I missed your *big reveal* post elsewhere on this fine forum??

Something like this looks like it'll suit my needs (which are pretty basic). Can't be running to Supercheap every time a CEL comes on (as it did this morning).

On 27/06/2015 at 11:46 AM, Olaf said:

Wish there was good software that ran under OSX to support all these readers...

Any luck with this @Olaf?... I'm about to invest in a scanner so any recommendations would be appreciated.

First longish drive for about 5/6 years when I had the first of two big ops... was a wee bit nervous as to how it'd affect me but I needn't have worried... bluddy awesome!

Looking forward to a few more roadies in the coming years

As per the "wanted to buy" thread; I picked up a 330i Touring in Akl. Drove it back yesterday - seems pretty good; NZ new, 170kms, reasonable service history. No fault codes showing. Spec wise it's low on fruit - but everything works and is in reasonable condition.

First point of business is to address a very slightly and occasionally wobbly rear - possibly a buggered bush... but first off will get a wheel alignment done.

Following that; a second key (any suggestions on sourcing appreciated)... and then I may look at adding a bluetooth module - though I'm not sure I'll even bother. We'll see... may also do something about the tyres - it's got Michelin Pilots on the back which are 2/3rds worn, and bingbonglingdings on the front which are barely worn (wish it was the other way around).

As a DD it'll certainly do the job, and make the daily schlep over SH58 much more enjoyable than it was in the Euro!