KwS 2425 Report post Posted December 17, 2020 Interesting to see they arent Winger anymore either, must've been bought out by Continental Cars. Hopefully that improves their service, they've had an average rep for a bit. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Olaf 3317 Report post Posted December 18, 2020 One wonders how it works on a commercial level. eg, where a franchisee might have franchise license withdrawn, or be directed to sell; and a proven operator is subsequently installed? Not suggesting this has happened in this case. Or if a franchisee wants to step out, one expects that BMW NZ would have a large say in who takes it on. Continental are part of the Symes Group, they're large and effective. The Continental BMW team on the shore are excellent to deal with, we're hoping that things improve in Wellington. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
balancerider 757 Report post Posted December 18, 2020 2 hours ago, KwS said: Interesting to see they arent Winger anymore either, must've been bought out by Continental Cars. Hopefully that improves their service, they've had an average rep for a bit. Concur - they've been some way off experience I've had with CJ in Hamilton / Tauranga. Don't think any of the staff have changed though. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Driftit 2078 Report post Posted December 18, 2020 When they renew their service team we might see a change. Currently it's the same people. 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jacko 2154 Report post Posted December 18, 2020 Very common failure point on N5x, there is an aluminum fitting replacement that solves it. Have done it on 330 and 130 The rest is just shitty workmanship.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Driftit 2078 Report post Posted December 18, 2020 (edited) Well I am placing an order through FCP if anyone down this way is keen for some bits. Want to place it by the end of tomorrow so PM me if keen. Also do you think this is the rubber mount I am missing? The one the rag replaced... https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw-rubber-buffer-13717539903#reviews Edited December 18, 2020 by Driftit Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
B.M.W Ltd 950 Report post Posted December 18, 2020 That's the right one Dan 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jacko 2154 Report post Posted December 18, 2020 (edited) 1 hour ago, Driftit said: Well I am placing an order through FCP if anyone down this way is keen for some bits. Want to place it by the end of tomorrow so PM me if keen. Also do you think this is the rubber mount I am missing? The one the rag replaced... https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw-rubber-buffer-13717539903#reviews Im in the Wairarapa Wednesday (driving back north). Pretty sure I have spare aluminium fitting, if you want it happy to drop it off. Edit - looking at your pics on the big screen, rather than phone, if it the one with the two 10mm bolts or the one to the otherside of the oil cooler? Edited December 18, 2020 by Jacko Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NZ_InFerno 371 Report post Posted December 18, 2020 (edited) Yep that's the airbox mount, changed mine a few months back. I could be keen on one of those aluminium replacement parts, I'll have a look at my car tomorrow and see if it's been done and what the hoses look like. Waterpump has been done already, would you normally change the fitting when doing that? Edited December 18, 2020 by NZ_InFerno Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sammo 2544 Report post Posted December 18, 2020 8 hours ago, str8_6 said: Classic Winger Wellington service. 1. They broke the passenger door mirror and refuse to even acknowledge it was broken by them, despite the scratches down the side of the passenger wing on the paint. Replacement mirror housing required... $$$ 2. Did an oil service on my new car and refuse to update the service history in iDrive because “it wasn’t due an oil change so there’s nothing to update” Thank goodness it will be out of warranty by it’s next scheduled visit. None of my vehicles will ever go back. They aren’t all terrible though. Sales team and Parts team who have been there for a long time are great. Ugh, I swear every other time my car goes somewhere for something a few days later I notice a little scratch or something that wasn't there before.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Driftit 2078 Report post Posted December 18, 2020 1 hour ago, NZ_InFerno said: Waterpump has been done already, would you normally change the fitting when doing that? It depends on what hoses came with the water pump kit. Some do. 1 hour ago, Jacko said: Edit - looking at your pics on the big screen, rather than phone, if it the one with the two 10mm bolts or the one to the otherside of the oil cooler? Its the top hose engine side that is broken. Right next to the alternator. The hose got a little damaged when it fell onto the alternator pulley. I think the aluminium replacement is for somewhere else isn't it? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
M3AN 4016 Report post Posted December 18, 2020 3 minutes ago, Driftit said: I think the aluminium replacement is for somewhere else isn't it? Yep, the alu one is for the hose that comes up across the front of the block and belts. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jacko 2154 Report post Posted December 18, 2020 Yup sorry, thats not the usual one to break. Ali one is the one next to that, otherside of oilcooler. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Driftit 2078 Report post Posted December 18, 2020 Yeah I am pretty sure this has been broken rather than just perishing. The other hoses I have looked at seem fine. I mean loose bolts and a rag to replace a mount suggests a muppets been under the bonnet. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
M3AN 4016 Report post Posted December 20, 2020 $17k for a 2006 manual with 126 kms and absolutely nothing special, might not even be in NZ yet. 😣 Seriously, they probably paid NZ$5k for it FFS. https://www.trademe.co.nz/a/motors/cars/bmw/listing/2909759058 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gaz 1060 Report post Posted December 20, 2020 NZC don't have a great reputation down here Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jacko 2154 Report post Posted December 20, 2020 (edited) 12 hours ago, M3AN said: $17k for a 2006 manual with 126 kms and absolutely nothing special, might not even be in NZ yet. 😣 Seriously, they probably paid NZ$5k for it FFS. https://www.trademe.co.nz/a/motors/cars/bmw/listing/2909759058 Destined to sit on a caryard for awhile.. In saying that... remember when you could get a tidy E30 325 tech 2 coupe for under 10k and people said that was expensive for an old car Edited December 20, 2020 by Jacko 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Driftit 2078 Report post Posted December 20, 2020 I still think we can inflate the prices if we all advertise at the same time. Autospot is trying for sure. A bunch of $16-18K 135i's all listed in the mid 20's. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
leichtbau 525 Report post Posted December 21, 2020 Autospot think they've found the next R32 GTR Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NZ_InFerno 371 Report post Posted December 21, 2020 (edited) 21 hours ago, M3AN said: $17k for a 2006 manual with 126 kms and absolutely nothing special, might not even be in NZ yet. 😣 Seriously, they probably paid NZ$5k for it FFS. https://www.trademe.co.nz/a/motors/cars/bmw/listing/2909759058 I've noticed in the 130i fbook group there has been chat about prices going up, from all over. After seeing this I had a look at prices in Aussie for a reasonable comparison. No idea what they've been for the last couple of years but their 130is for sale rn are certainly in a higher price bracket. NZ must be one of the cheapest places to buy one atm. Edited December 21, 2020 by NZ_InFerno 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NZ BMW 368 Report post Posted December 21, 2020 36 minutes ago, NZ_InFerno said: I've noticed in the 130i fbook group there has been chat about prices going up, from all over. After seeing this I had a look at prices in Aussie for a reasonable comparison. No idea what they've been for the last couple of years but their 130is for sale rn are certainly in a higher price bracket. NZ must be one of the cheapest places to buy one atm. I think that’s just indicative of the Aussie used market. They don’t have the same ability to flood the market with grey market used imports like we have. NZ is a great place to buy used euros but it’s all relative - you get used to being spoilt! 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
qube 3570 Report post Posted January 5, 2021 black manual 130i for under 10k on trademe. get in quick otherwise i might have to do another oops purchase 1 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jacko 2154 Report post Posted January 5, 2021 https://www.trademe.co.nz/a/motors/cars/bmw/listing/2904416551?bof=dzuFQrUp - Do it. That looks like a good buy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jacko 2154 Report post Posted January 5, 2021 Finally killed it properly, and now I can't find them on aliexpress 😕 There used to hundreds for sale. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
qube 3570 Report post Posted January 5, 2021 38 minutes ago, Jacko said: https://www.trademe.co.nz/a/motors/cars/bmw/listing/2904416551?bof=dzuFQrUp - Do it. That looks like a good buy If someone wants to buy mine for 10k then sure why not hahaha Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
