digital_frankenstein

Cheers guys!
Yeah it's high because of the finance owing unfortunately. But with time ticking I am open to slightly lower offers and paying the rest myself.

And Pete, totally agree haha. Been meaning to and keep finding new things to sell or pack and organise. Will get on to it, in the hopes it helps

$9,499 ono.

Great XMAS gift

Moving overseas in a couple of weeks, so I really need to sell this.

6 cylinder Tiptronic 3 Series with M Sport trim, wheels and body kit. 
Internally, comes with iDrive. Yes the BMW system with stock built in screen, not the after market addition some dealerships add in. Maps and TV do not work because it has the original Japanese based system but it does have a fully functioning radio with the NZ bandwidths and a 6 CD stacker in the boot. 

Tyres are run flats and the car will come with an unused refill can. 
I'll chuck in the phone holder and AUX cable, both pictured. 
M-Sport trim is included as pictured.
157,000 kms (at the moment).
WOF and Rego due in Jan 2018.

Full disclosure: 
> The wheels are all silver. The car just needs a wash. Wheel finish is a tiny bit worn in places and there is a little curbing from the previous Japanese owner but not extensive
> Currently one of the right headlights has just stopped working (as pictured). I took it into a Euro mechanic and he found that it was the ballast behind the headlight that needed replacing, rather than the bulbs (which I tried initially). I have found a replacement ballast, I just have no time with all of our planning to take in to get swapped out, so will happily supply with the sale. To be clear, the high beams and halos work, it's the standard light that has failed.
> I was backed into on the left rear bumper. There is a small graze and rippling of paint in this section (as pictured).  
> Rear tyres will need replacing, I just passed the last WOF. I'm not a hoon, a gift from the previous owner but have never found any grip issues.

Feel free to ask any questions

Hey all,

So one of the headlights on the right hand side has failed. Took it to a Euro specialist after replacing the bulbs and having no luck in Welly while down for the day and the guy said it will be the HID ballast needing replacing and mentioned I could get the exact part online for a lot cheaper than having to get the entire headlight replaced.

So... Anyone know where I can get one and if I'm looking at the right one for my car, like this one here: https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/car-parts-accessories/tools-repair-kits/repair-kits/auction-1439245206.htm

Cheers

My 323i M-Sport came debadged. Thought about fitting an M badge. Decided against it.
Then thought about finding an original 323i badge. But ultimately I kind of like the clean look.

At most, I think I'd only fit the three red strips to the grill on a non M car..

How long since an oil change? If it's a year or more than I'd say do an oil change. If it's much less... I reckon you'll want to have the leak fixed.

Haven't done one since buying the car in Jan and unsure of the history.

No sign of a leak but I could just be missing it. Hopefully Glenn doesn't pick anything up tomorrow

Legend! PM'd

5w30 Euro 4 minimum full synthetic is the correct oil

Can I pick that up anywhere or am I looking at needing to visit an automotive store?

Preface - I'm a noob

The orange, low oil warning light came on today.

So before I go out and buy some random oil and top my car up, seeing as I don't know what oil is in it currently (bought the car in Jan '16), do I need to have it flushed before I put new oil in?

Or am I safe stopping by a service station on my way home and chucking in what tickles my fancy?

Also should I only be looking at certain types of oil (if there is a difference)?

This is for a 2006 e90 if that makes any difference.

chur

4 months in and had to put in some fresh spark plugs.
Fingers crossed, nothing else craps out any time soon.

Thinking about getting a new phone - mine has done well for the last several years, but it is showing signs of being quite tired.

I like the spec of the Galaxy S7 Edge... Except for the size. OK, you can get the Galaxy S7, but that doesn't have the curved sides. Bit of a gimmick, but I like it.

The Galaxy S6 Edge was the same size as the S7, and it had curved sides... Why does the S7 Edge have to be bigger than the S7???

First world problems haha

idrive radio change to NZ freq is easy 5 min job with software and laptop. Plus add on any feature that was or wasn't enabled in factory like reverse gong delete.

Ahh sweet, cheers for the info!

Good to know they had the tools and were willing to do it then. They were reluctant when I first asked.

Just to note...

Got my car back today and all issues fixed, including the radio. They fixed it up so I now have all frequencies.
Cheers Buy Right Cars!

It's definitely doable so bring it up if you find it is still set to the Japanese frequencies.

Maybe check out Buy Right Cars if this doesn't work out for you or just to have a nosey at their stock.

Hey mate, I just bought an '06 323i.

First car purchase so I was a little naive but the car is great.

But first OFF...

GET THE MECHANICAL WARRANTY! Even if only a year or two.

Definitely get it checked over by a professional. I was stupid and had the AA check my car 2 months after I bought it. They found a small oil leak, I found one of the rear windows gets stuck when fully opened. I have to push the seals away to allow the window to popup and avoid the safety sensor triggering from hitting something and retracting. AA also found my Windscreen seal looking a little tired.

I originally took it in to see if they could find anything else needing attention as I was taking it back to the car sales service centre the following week to have them look into a ticking sound coming from the engine, which is something else you'll have to look out for. Apparently common in the e90 models.

Cars been in for a week and I'm picking her up tomorrow, let's see if they try and charge me for any of this stuff which are all faults found within the first 3 months.

I have i-Drive installed, although being a fresh Jap import, its still all in Japanese. I'm happy to use my phone for GPS and I never listen to the radio so the frequencies aren't a trouble. Plus some of the fixes out there, finding a hidden menu to fiddle with the bands won't work in my model. May look into swapping out one day but not a necessity. But use it as a bargaining chip if yours is in Japanese too.

Apart from these minor issues, the car is great! I don't regret my purchase at all. Well... Apart from being in a hole the next few years, paying it off.

If you guy

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/bmw/auction-1049180299.htm

Oh wow. Mint. looks mint. wonder what the build sheet looks like.

VIN: WBAEC820508188621

VIN: WBAEC820508188621
Type code: 5382
Model: 635 CSI (EUR)
E-F-R series: E24
Series: 6
Type: COUPE
Steering: RL
Doors: 2
Engine: M30
Displacement: 3.50
Power: 0 (0 hp)
Drive: HECK (?)
Transmission: AUT
Paint code: 138 - ZINNOBERROT
Upholstery code: 1989-02-16
Prod.date: 8188621 5382 138 0268 6' E24
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S291 BMW light alloy wheel, cross spoke 2 pce
S401 Lift-up-and-slide-back sunroof, electric
S415 Sun-blind, rear
S441 Smoker package
S459 El. front seat adjustment w. memory
S481 Sports seat
S498 Headrests mechanically adjustable, rear
S500 Headl.washer system/intensive cleaning
S510 Headlight vertical aim control
S530 Air conditioning
L812 NATIONAL VERSION GREAT BRITAIN
S850 Additional Export tank filling
S925 Dispatch protection pack


Nothing says motorsport to me.

If you don't want it, I'll have it.

Spotted this little beauty in Parnell the other day.

welcome to the forum fellow east sider, should come along to my monthly coffee meetings to meet the other members etc.

yes. plastidip is easy and its cheap enough to just give it a try without doing any permanent damage.

I personally dont mind the blacked out rear lights but the dark front headlights just look stupid and also hazardous to other vehicles in my opinion. but hey its your car.

I'm not usually a fan either.

They don't look too bad with the lights on however

Welcome mate!

I have a soft spot for the e39's.
Probably my back up if I didn't get my e90 in Jan.

I'm looking at Plasti Dipping my wheels too. Currently sitting on stock silver with a bit of damage.
Keep us posted on your progress, would love to know if it's worth it

I'd be keen on these too.
Seen one on a BMW in Parnell and now I want one

Flies.

Ants

Mosquitoes

White Tails

Liking it!

Hi Glen.. yes there is..

Suggest you talk to them...needs coding

If you do talk to them, do you mind sharing what their estimate or eventual price for the work is/was?

I'm stuck on Jap too. Although I don't listen to the radio, it would be good to have just in case.

Flippin eck! My 2006 323i was just under $15k.

Dreeeeeamer...

nice car.

1st order of business is to remove the buy right cars number plate surround. no reason to help promote them and looks ugly (imo)

cant go wrong with plastidip as long as you are careful with masking off the areas you dont want to spray or remove the wheels and grill from the car and spray it somewhere away from the car. make sure you spray enough thin layered coats. need at least 5 coats to make sure it peels off in one piece if you dont want it anymore.

Haha yeah I was thinking the same with the plates. Will get round to that this weekend I think.

Cheers for the tips with the spray.

Watched a bunch of videos on YouTube when I discovered it last week and it looks simple enough.

Howdy guys and girls.

6 years of enduring public transport, I've finally bought a replacement car.

Always admired the brand and it's so good to finally be an owner.

Incredible car, damn good on gas considering the engine size and the distance I travel every day.

Currently costing my $50 p/w as opposed to $80 taking the bus from Wattle Downs to Parnell every day.

I am light footed and coast where I can, so maybe my nananess is helping.

Hoping to attend meet ups and make some new mates.
Don't know a lot about the workings of cars so I'll be relying heavily on your advice.

Not sure what I want to do with the car as of yet.
I haven't really got any spare cash to spend although I have been eyeing up Plasti Dip to colour (as a cheap alternative to powder coating) my wheels and grill in black. Love the wheels, so not really interested in replacing right now.
We'll see I guess.
Any horror stories with Plasti Dip?

Auckland motorist parking.
I feel like leaving a note on every car that feels the need to leave a metre front and back.

Asshats...