Oxford Green E34 Touring 525I A SE

[lord_jagganath 421]

Hey Folks, collected the car today. It was mint (sans the hatch which is a teenager not talking to the parents in the main computer).

Just a single pic for now.

more to come later.

Edited August 17, 2013 by The Juggernaut

[lord_jagganath 421]

The List

1. screen wipers- New wipers and unbent metal wiper, washers to be unblocked.

2. tyres- chinese tyres are alright but lack grip, may get these, once i know the brand of the tires http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.aspx?id=626780711

3. stone chips and scratches- will need sorting

4. hatch lamps brake lights do not work- brake light switch need looking at

5. cigarette lighter socket- not working? localised repair? will add this http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/car-parts-...n-626031368.htm

6. no cd player - thinking of this ---> http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/car-parts-...n-626355745.htm but computer may not match? :shrugs:

7. Engine and transmission oil changes- next service in a month or two.

8. Power- thinking of this ---> http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/car-parts-...n-626366076.htm not sure how it would turn out, they promise fuel efficiency?

9. Start/stop button - for the lols. (not serious but seems cool)

Edited August 18, 2013 by The Juggernaut

[Michael. 2313]

Cool Jeevan.

The fun begins!

[_ethrty-Andy_ 2132]

i got some 15" RE001s here very good tread on them still if needed

[lord_jagganath 421]

Thanks Michael. I will relish it.

Andy, I'll PM you

And Now, the gallery ,

it's on Imgur for ease --> http://imgur.com/a/pKZ2z#0

It even comes with the original booklet and leather brochure!

[qube 3570]

Nice car. I say keep the wheels just replace the tyres

[Phil-540i 166]

Kool unit there - looks straight as a die in those pics!!!!! The wagons are growing on me........lots!

[antil33t 90]

Wagons are sweeeeeeet - here's mine Clicky

yours is way nicer than mine... Mine was a poorly, poorly equipped NZ new model.

[lord_jagganath 421]

^ cheers Michael. I would have to say though, NZ new cars have some odd options... like mine lacks the seat belt adjustment I used to have in my Jap import. The wagon even has front electrical seats that do work though ... instead of manual seats that flop about every time you try to adjust the seat angle. Also, those annoying rear hatch niggles.... I suppose the nice lady I bought the car off had enough with the car.

[Apex 693]

Looks like a nice wagon, well done.

Nice car. I say keep the wheels just replace the tyres

X2. OEM wheels look good on the E34, just save up for some nicer rubbers.

[lord_jagganath 421]

^ http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=626814030 ?

and thanks Graham.

[bmwwgn 14]

I saw that Touring wagon for sale in Tauranga - well done on the purchase.

The hatch wiring loom is usually the culprit for niggles in that area.

There are two different solenoids for the hatch and rear window release, too.

They are great cars - I've owned three E34 and two E39 Tourings.

Good luck with getting her sorted.

P.S. If you go with the 16-inch rim upgrade, I'm looking for a set of these 15-inch cross spokes for my E28 project.

Edited August 20, 2013 by bmwwgn

[lord_jagganath 421]

^ Thanks Peter, the rear hatch loom must have been the stuff of dreams for you

I may or may not, depending on my current situation, go for the rims, taking a wait and see approach. The 16" cross spokes are curbed, so I probably won't waste me 100$ on that.

[Phil-540i 166]

You should get your rims before me I reckon - I keep seeing ya asking questions on rims I like too on trademe - cracks me up bigtime.........

[antil33t 90]

Just go for the 18" Style 65 rim upgrade option

[Phil-540i 166]

Just go for the 18" Style 65 rim upgrade option

From an aesthetics point of view, yes - I agree. However, $$ & real world practically will probably set it wearing a set of 17"s...... (Bit like some super-models might be great to look at, but hey, 24/7 living with her might be a bit much......)

[lord_jagganath 421]

I found something amusing here --> http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/bmw/525i/auction-648648550.htm a real twin for the e34... hmmm Anything I should look out for, being a Jpn import?