robert.fowler 0 Report post Posted February 8, 2011 Get a whiff of fuel smell in the car every now and then usually on a left hand turn i think.Not sure if it comes from the rear or front. Is this a common problem with E34 540's Any help much appreciated Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jono51 59 Report post Posted February 8, 2011 Get a whiff of fuel smell in the car every now and then usually on a left hand turn i think.Not sure if it comes from the rear or front. Is this a common problem with E34 540's Any help much appreciated best you check the engine bay before you drive it next, especially near the bulk head on both sides.last thing you need is fuel on a hot exhaust cheers Jon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BM WORLD 1283 Report post Posted February 8, 2011 ah yes those V8's and V12's burn well . seen plenty of burnt ones at the damaged auctions over the years yes double check the the fuel lines where they go into the engine . Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites