jeremy 2 Report post Posted January 9, 2017 how much would it cost to service an e30? any rough estimates will be fine Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
qube 3570 Report post Posted January 9, 2017 $200 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zero 1162 Report post Posted January 9, 2017 Depends on what you want done. Just oil and filter, or a full service? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jeremy 2 Report post Posted January 9, 2017 Just now, zero said: Depends on what you want done. Just oil and filter, or a full service? How much for full service? What does it include? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zero 1162 Report post Posted January 9, 2017 The sky is the limit, It depends on what you need - sparkplugs, air filter, cabin filter, diff fluid, gearbox fluid, brake flush etc. A good bmw mechanic will go over the car with a fine tooth comb and let you know what needs replacing. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gjm 3258 Report post Posted January 9, 2017 Where in Auckland are you? If you're at all unsure of what you're looking at, we can recommend a specialist who can help. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jeremy 2 Report post Posted January 9, 2017 2 hours ago, gjm said: Where in Auckland are you? If you're at all unsure of what you're looking at, we can recommend a specialist who can help. I live in manukau, but wouldn't mind travelling for something better. Is there anything around here? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
qube 3570 Report post Posted January 9, 2017 whats better? someone who charges you the appropriate costs to replace old and worn parts in a 30 year old car or someone who charges you the lowest possible amount and does a cheap oil and filter change and replaces some wiper blades? 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BatMansWilly 74 Report post Posted January 9, 2017 I Would go see Glen @ http://botanymotorworx.co.nz/ Good guy who knows his stuff! 4 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gjm 3258 Report post Posted January 9, 2017 7 hours ago, jeremy said: I live in manukau, but wouldn't mind travelling for something better. Is there anything around here? 6 minutes ago, BatMansWilly said: I Would go see Glen @ http://botanymotorworx.co.nz/ Good guy who knows his stuff! As Kyu says, 'better' can mean different things. If it's the cheapest possible option you're after, you're probably asking the wrong people! Conor's suggest of Glenn @ Botany is an excellent one. If you want someone to have a quick look over the car, I work in Papatoetoe and would be happy to do that. I don't work on cars for a living and I definitely don't have Glenn's experience, but if I don't know an answer, I don't guess: I go to someone who does know. 3 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
huff3r 347 Report post Posted January 9, 2017 If it's the cheapest possible option it's $20 for castrol modern engine oil at Repco at the moment, and about $20-30 for a filter. M40s don't even need to be lifted up to do an oil change, M20s a jack and two jack stands will suffice. If you don't know what you are doing however, then go see Glenn. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
_ethrty-Andy_ 2132 Report post Posted January 10, 2017 you can spend as much or as little as you like. if an inspection two service as prescribed in your owners manual is what you are after, then you will be looking around the $1600 mark i would think including labour, but since i have never paid anyone to do it before its a number i have guessed. give us an idea of what you are looking for. a simple oil change (which is not and never has been a "service" contrary to many kiwis beliefs), a full lube, or an inspection one or two. if you have no record of the brakes and the power steering fluid being changed, it is well worth doing. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
