david522

Ended up buying this car, thanks for keeping it in good knick. I literally saw it on TradeMe that morning... Was originally looking at a C55 AMG/Audi S5 but glad to have got an E39 for less coin and with a service history, I had originally written off buying an E39 as they were too old. Planning to keep it for a couple of years and maintain it to the same standard. Open to trading the BBS wheels for a set of standard E39 wheels (preferrably M5/M par style) if anyone is interested. Also MrDevine, do you know how to get the leather piece out holding the headunit in? Might have to drop part of the dash but can't see anywhere obvious where it was mounted.

Thanks for the link, that job looks well above my skill grade though ha. I can live with not using it. The drivers side glovebox is quite annoying though. Have you ever replaced one of those before?

Just caliper covers unfortunately. Still in two minds about selling this!

Yes indeed I do! Thanks

Thought I'd post here before going to trademe. Looking for $6500. Full photos here - https://www.flickr.com/x/t/0090009/photos/143373174@N04/ First year of the classic shape E38. Equipped with an aluminum, chain driven 4.0L V8 producing 210kw and 400nm of torque. 156,100km WoF and Rego till August 2016. Presented in Ascotgruen Metallic, this car was equipped with the following from the factory. Auto dimming cabin lights Adaptive transmission (sports mode) PDC (parking sensors front + rear) ASC stability/traction control ABS Cruise control Comfort seats - 14 way adjustable + memory Rear electric sunblind Electric sunroof Electric mirrors Alarm system Dual automatic climate control Driver + passenger airbag Double glazed windows Some subtle upgrades have been done to modernise the car including: LED taillights, angel eye headlights and twin mufflers which gives the car a subtle V8 growl it should of had from the factory. Also equipped with a Blauphunkt 6CD stacker + headunit. The car is sitting on 19 inch BBS rims, lowered in the front (original springs available) with Falken FK452 tires all round. The pre facelift models of the E38 had the M60 engine which wasn't prone to timing chain snaps like the M62. It also the more robust 5HP30 transmission (can handle more torque than it's successor the 5HP24). Recent maintenance includes a service at Pit Stop (153,000 kms) including a new battery with a 3 year warranty. An extensive service was carried out at Euro Car Services at 144k including full fluid change (coolant, transmission, engine, brake), air con regassed, rocker cover gaskets replaced and some new suspension arms. Front shocks are Monroe units which have been replaced recently. Have also got the intake manifold gasket, idle control valve and fuel pressure regulator replaced by BM Workshop at 155k. The bonnet and front guards have also had a respray only 2 months ago. Being 22 years old, the car does have some quirks such as the rear sunblind making clacking noises as it retracts and drivers side glovebox doesn't like to close. Cosmetically there are some small defects as well (small scratches, cracks in plastics etc). Headlining and the instrument cluster display are in excellent condition which are common faults with this model. The car looks absolutely stunning in person and gets looks from young and old, the cabin atmosphere and the way it drives especially on the highway is quite special. Very regrettable sale but unfortunately I need something more practical for the daily commute and have no room to keep this as a weekend car.

bump... warrant early jan

I got a clip on one but obviously it didn't fit so need something to replace this one. Brake lights work when warm so does this suggest wiring to the switch or the actual switch? Willing to buy replacement anyway.

WTB: -e30 fuel cap -e30 brake light switch -high beam, horn, high/low speed relays.

Yeh i'll get the service manual, it's floating around on the web. I don't think im missing a fuse for the headlights according to diagrams and the fuse is intact. Something to do with wiring just before the headlight I think as the park light works if I put a good bulb in it. Might be heading over to Synthe soon to get some parts as they never called me back regarding the relays :S

I think so, missing relays where high beam and horn should be. Neither of which work. Incoming retard question but are all the relays the same? Or are there specific horn and high beam relays that i need to track down?

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