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Yeah the actual aerial part. That sounds perfect man.

A pair of brand new Ali-Express specials, kidney grills for something that's not an E87. Looks more like E90 grills to me. Free to good home, pick up I also have an E87 front undertray "recreation" from ABS plastic, that with some hole drilling will fit to E81/E87. I paid $150 for it (real tray is $450 from BMW) but ended up finding a used part. Is taking up space in the shed so will take literally anything for it. Also have a set of BMW OEM roof racks and the tool for them, that came off an E87 130i. I assume it would fit on most 1 series of the same shape. Not sure what they're worth, make an offer. Everything is pick up only, based in Welly.

Passenger side roof molding with the two roof rack flaps intact, in ALPINWEISS 3 aka white. No 3 in the picture. Also need the screw in part of the aerial, similar to the picture. Will need to work out what part no. it is.

Due to a lingering engine issue(loose PCV hose), exhaust swap hasn't yet happened. I have only driven the car a couple of times since purchase(to get the new tyres, and to the mechanics) so was stoked to finally get the car back today. It took a while to diagnose the issue and get it sorted, no fault codes were showing up but was fixed at no cost to me, since it was replaced recently. At the same time the new MAF sensor was installed and service done. Sourced a tool for the roof racks so that was the next job I tackled. Really easy to remove, 2 screws at each end and they lift off. Car looks miles better without them, but was quite grubby underneath so gave the roof a thorough cleaning once I had them both off. Much happier with the cars look now, no more racks/eyebrows/silly badging. But removing the rack did uncover this... One of the tabs on the left hand side has broken off. Apparently you can't buy the tabs themselves as they come as part of the trim so I'll be looking for a trim piece to replace this one. Hoping to have the exhaust swap done shortly, and an alignment/paint touch up on the wheels. Both this week would be sweet. But its great having the car back and being able to drive it. Such fun!

Did some cosmetic work to the car today, first step was debadging it. Took all of 2 mins to do. Can't see it in the OP photos as it was added later, but had a 116d badge on it presumably "for the lols". Looks much cleaner without it. It also had these hideous eyebrows on it, they took much longer to remove and then the glue residue was worse ? Came out alright in the end, looks way better? Will need a headlight polish and UV coat reapplied now. Car is booked in for exhaust back box swap this week, it's all coming together nicely.

Yeah, it all happened pretty quickly tbh. I wasn't really looking for one, or rather no manuals had been showing up in the spec I was after. So I was only low-key selling the two door so I still had one car available. Then one showed up in Auckland which Jacko kindly looked at for me, no joy there. Then literally 2 days later this popped up locally and bought it a week later Xmas eve. So now I did need to sell the 4 door as well ? The white is hella clean, a cut and polish would really get it shining so that's on my list too. I think I'll leave the swaybars on the E81, I'm not sure it needs them and don't know how painful it would be to swap them over.

Manual is totally different, I've fallen in love all over again ?

I enjoy them both actually, electric feels more assisted but I wouldn't in a million years say its bad. But all 3 of my 130i drive differently, as all have different set ups. My 4 door parts car, which is an LCI stock auto is electric and feels a bit more assisted but otherwise drives nicely. The 2 door is an LCI auto but hydraulic steering. It's got upgraded shocks and sway bars, plus better wheels/tyres and feels even better on the road. It's quite flat around corners, steering feel is a bit better ie less assisted feel and a bit heavier. This car aka the new one is another improvement again, but that's down to wheels/suspension. The on road feel is amazing. Adjustable suspension is bit more forgiving on bumps than the 2 door but still grips superbly. Think also the lighter wheels/better tyres make the steering feel better too.

Thanks Pete. For the moment I now have as many BMWs as you ? Had the new rear tyres fitted yesterday, looking forward to putting a few kms on them!

Ordered some Re003s for the car today, managed to get onto a deal which was nice. 235/40/18s, the rears were dead on the car when purchased which I factored into the offer/purchase price to cover a new set. Also jacked up some touch up paint for the wheels, ordered a Bluetooth receiver for the stereo and sorted out a tool for the roof racks. Will take some photos of the car in a couple weeks when it's all tidied up.

What is this and what does it do?

From the 130i guru that's praise indeed ? They're Work Emotion d9r special order from Japan in 1 series stud pattern/offset. Forgot to add the wheels/suspension is certed too. Wheels stick out of the rear guards ? Cars an 06, pre-lci so different to what I've had before. Interior is still nice, not much difference there. Gruntier engine too!

Third time lucky.... After adventures with my E81( 2 door) 130i and my parts car E87 130i, I've now bought a Manual E87 M-Sport 130i! So far I've given it a thorough clean and a good drive around the Wellington hills, very happy with my purchase. Both photos from the sale listing. Its a Jap import that's been in the country since 2015, and I've got a folder full of extensive service history since then including major bits replaced like DISA valves, valvetronic, and waterpump. Car has been converted to NZ Navigation and is a high spec example from factory with black leather seats/silver trim/Idrive/Heated seats etc. Exterior is in exceptional condition bumper aside, interior is also quite nice. It has several mods: Ohlins Adjustable Suspension Works Emotion D9R 18" wheels BMW Performance rear spoiler Tints all round BMW roof racks Rear Wiper Delete Exhaust flap removed "eyebrows" As part of the purchase it had the PCV and relevant pipes replaced and MAF sensor changed after being picked up as a fault in a pre-purchase check. Outstanding issues with it include headliner sagging in the rear and front bumper damage from being backed into near the license plate. Will be fixing headlining shortly. I have had a go at cleaning paint marks off the front bumper somewhat successfully and the actual damage isn't obvious or structural. Will likely get it fixed but not a rush job. Otherwise car is in fantastic nick and drives beautifully. I'm planning to remove the eyebrows and BMW Roof racks asap, will need to find some roof rack covers for the roof. I also have a SuperSprint exhaust backbox to fit on. Think I'll replace the kidneys if/when I get the front bumper fixed as they're painted black. Big decision for me will be about the wheels, didn't originally like them but they're growing on me. They're quite special being 5x120 and relatively rare. I do like the 18" M-sport factory wheels which I have on my 4 door. Have been really enjoying the drive compared to my suspension modded E81, and stock E87 130i. Both which will be for sale now or shortly. Manual makes a big difference in the drive and feels like a bit more power is available. Adjustable suspension is a tremendous ride. So a very happy camper who finally got his manual 130i

Nah, btw thanks for checking that one out for me. Found one down here, will make a thread on it.

I might have bought a manual one ?

There's a mod out there for 130i paddleshifters. I've seen it online, don't know if it's hardware or just software.

Yeah I'm 195cm and fit fine, but my old man doesn't like to get into it as it's too low for him. They're low cars, nice driving position like a go-kart ?

Yeah they're a nice looking car. People don't really notice that it's a 3 door until I point it out haha. They're 17s from the newer 1 series, not sure what style code they are. My bro in law hasthe car atm but I think they're staggered with 225 front and 235 or 245 at the rear.

Sweet. I'd be happy to buy if they're going cheap too, just anything would be better than the black painted ones on there atm ?

This is for sale, as I’ve bought another one ? https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/bmw/auction-2375979356.htm?rsqid=e98820dc5dcb4314941bc107f5812d9f-002 11k ono Located in Wellington Well maintained in my ownership 55k Kms Rare 2 door variant of the 130i Fantastic car to drive with upgraded shocks and sway bars Showroom thread :

This is now for sale, as I’ve bought another 130i ? https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/bmw/auction-2375979356.htm?rsqid=e98820dc5dcb4314941bc107f5812d9f-002

Awesome car, I love them. Some nice upgrades too! I’d be interested in the kidneys if you’re getting rid of them, my new 130i ? desperately needs its ones replaced.

Looking for any wheels with or without tyres to fit a 2008 130i. Prefer a stock set of wheels but any would do. Prefer 17" or larger but open to any. All 4 needed. Would be very interested in a set of unmarked 18" Msport factory wheels. Located in Welly, pm me with anything you've got.

Yeah it's been driven a lot more now that all the insurance stuff has been sorted. Looks really nice with the new bumper on there. Also put a replacement undertray in to complete the front end. It will be put up for sale again soon, got a relative dealing with it as I've been a bit busy lately.

My mate is selling his wagon, it's on trademe looking for 9k ono https://trademe.nz/motors/cars/bmw/320i/listing/2233574228