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1 hour ago, TermiPeteNZ said:

I've used Driscoll Motors on Walter Street for general servicing for many years ... do wish Auto38 was still here in Welly of course though - Jon is brilliant.

Nice, I'll look into them as well. 

I sent Auto38 an email around 2 weeks ago - it's good to know from others that they aren't here anymore, else I would've been forever waiting for a response 😄.

Thank you Peter!

12 hours ago, Olaf said:

I go all the way to Marton to continue with Jon of Auto 38, at Begley Motor Works.

You could try Peter Craigie at All European Service in Fifeshire Avenue, if you need to go local.

I don't recommend Page European.

And I wouldn't bother with VTNZ, they're not useful for PPIs, and barely adequate for WoFs.

Thank you, Olaf. All has been noted down.

Good to hear, I've been wary of VTNZ as my mum has had persistent issues with them. 

Appreciate the recommendation!

 

54 minutes ago, BozzaFC said:

The 540i was such a fun drive.  The V8 roar was addictive.  I'll own another V8 one day.

I actually have a different BMW now.

I did use Auto38 (they were great), but it unfortunately no longer exists.  Some other Wellington members will be able to give some good mechanic recommendations.

Can't wait to see your thread (and oics)!

I'm certain it it was!! 

My grandparents had both a 97' 318i and a 98' 328i, so to see yours, as well as your mother's, is very nostalgic. However, unless you looked past all the muck and dents from neighbouring farm animals, their ones weren't as spectacular, but the number of memories I had in both will not be forgotten.

That's a shame, I was narrowing it down to use them. May I ask where you go to now if you're still located in WGN? 

The WOF is in early February, so perhaps I'll post an introduction before then, and if not, definitely after I get a rundown from VTNZ.

Thanks Boston!

On 1/9/2022 at 4:01 PM, BozzaFC said:

G'day!  Nah, no longer have the 5er.  I sold it to a Wellington local after getting a great deal on an E39 540i Motorsport.  I still see it floating around town .  

I had the 530i just over a year and did more than 20,000kms in it. It was ridiculously reliable and a fantastic cruiser.  I spent quite a bit on preventative maintenance and regular servicing (Vanos, cooling system, spark plugs, tyres), but nothing failed other than the radiator.  The word of the day with BMWs is servicing - if you keep on top of it (fluids, spark plugs, filters etc) it will serve you well. The E39 is very DIY-friendly too. 

Sounds like you've got yourself a great car.  Oxford Green is a beautiful colour and 2003 is the last model year of the E39.  You should start a thread for it!

Aah, I just finished reading your 540i thread!! It looks fantastic, and I'm sure it gave you that extra power/joy you were seeking for!! 

That's great to hear as well - the previous owner took excellent care of it, and aside from some paint lacquer peeling in some areas and umm some seals that have nearly perished it's a fantastic car. 

I spotted through your E39 540i Motorsport thread that you use Auto 38? My parents' cars are Japanese imports, so I'm not familiar with euro specialists. As you go through them, I'm presuming they're excellent and trustworthy? Newtown isn't too far away, and depending on the hour, I'm sure it'd be a fun drive 😄

Will definitely look into making a thread on here and since I'm new to this whole thing, it'd be great to learn many things from others who have a much greater knowledge than myself.

- And yes, the Oxford green is stunning, plus green is my favourite colour, so what more could I ask for? 

Hi Boston!

Curious to know, do you still have ownership? 

Recently bought my first car - It being an 03 530i with same, Oxford Green and black leather interior. 

I've admired BMWs since I was much younger, thanks to my grandparents of course as they both owned them while I was growing up. The fact that I finally have one is truly a blessing (could also turn into a possible nightmare haha) especially considering it's my first car. 

Whether you still have it not, I'd really love to know how it's been/was?