The 130i Thread

[NZ_InFerno 369]

On 3/19/2022 at 3:46 PM, NZ_InFerno said:

Have a BMW Performance gear knob for a 130i in good condition for sale, listed on trademe since its free today 

https://www.trademe.co.nz/a/motors/car-parts-accessories/interior/gear-knobs/listing/3519277149

I'll throw in an stock instrument cluster binnacle cover, with a fabric covering to give a covered dash look, for free if a bimmersport member wants it. It's a fauxcantara fabric but it's black with grey stitching. Been sitting on my desk for a year or more since I got an alcantara trimmed one, so it's a bit dusty but the fabric is mint. 

$50 for the BMWP knob and free binnacle 

Sold

Edited March 30, 2022 by NZ_InFerno

[M3AN 4015]

Still keen on the binnacle, happy to cover postage and even throw some cash your way if it hangs around any longer.

[NZ_InFerno 369]

4 hours ago, M3AN said:

Still keen on the binnacle, happy to cover postage and even throw some cash your way if it hangs around any longer.

I'm not getting notifications for some reason,  but I've got someone buying the knob. 

If it falls through I'll flick you a pm

[ciderbeard 15]

On 3/25/2022 at 9:05 AM, qube said:

 

@ciderbeard did you end up finding some new wheels yet?

Still hunting

[NZ_InFerno 369]

https://www.trademe.co.nz/a/motors/cars/bmw/listing/3540077910?

This has some nice upgrades done 

[Daniel0663 30]

8 hours ago, NZ_InFerno said:

https://www.trademe.co.nz/a/motors/cars/bmw/listing/3540077910?

This has some nice upgrades done 

Tasteful mods, seen that car around north shore and it looked quite tidy, sounded great.

Edited April 4, 2022 by Daniel0663

[NZ_InFerno 369]

20 minutes ago, Daniel0663 said:

Tasteful mods, seen that car around north shore and it looked quite tidy, sounded great.

Hopefully he gets $14-15k, would provide a good back up to my insurance valuation 🤣

[Driftit 1925]

I wonder what carplay integration that is?

Edit: Prob this. Way too expensive to still have the crap factory screen. https://integratedautomotive.co.uk/product/retrofit-carplay-android-auto-bmw-1-series-e8x/

Edited April 6, 2022 by Driftit

[qube 3568]

3 hours ago, Driftit said:

I wonder what carplay integration that is?

Edit: Prob this. Way too expensive to still have the crap factory screen. https://integratedautomotive.co.uk/product/retrofit-carplay-android-auto-bmw-1-series-e8x/

Would that be any different to the ones you can get landed for $300nzd using aliexpress?

[Sammo 2475]

These carplay plug ins are all the same and seem to work well - unless it comes with a bigger higher resolution touch screen, I would go Ali Express all day.

Box looks identical to the one I installed in the Audi.

It’s just like plugging a steaming box into your TV via HDMI  and switching to that input really.

[Sammo 2475]

These carplay plug ins are all the same and seem to work well - unless it comes with a bigger higher resolution touch screen, I would go Ali Express all day.

Box looks identical to the one I installed in the Audi.

It’s just like plugging a steaming box into your TV via HDMI  and switching to that input really.

[M3AN 4015]

In case anyone is looking, this is a sharp price.

No affiliation.

[duluth 41]

On 4/11/2022 at 9:37 AM, M3AN said:

In case anyone is looking, this is a sharp price.

No affiliation.

Have these on mine, no complaints. Would recommend refreshing sway links same time.

[Contrails 316]

G’day,

I am thinking of getting a high kms manual 130i - https://www.carsales.com.au/cars/details/2006-bmw-1-series-130i-sport-e87-manual/SSE-AD-12464183

Yes I am moving to Perth. It will be my daily. 
Any tips as to what things should I watch out for? 

[balancerider 701]

@Contrails make sure waterpump and thermostat are done. engines are sound otherwise albeit a bit leaky

[E30 325i Rag-Top 2914]

12 hours ago, Contrails said:

Yes I am moving to Perth.
Any tips as to what things should I watch out for? 

Sharks, poisonous snakes, poisonous spiders, ridiculous heat… or did you mean with the 130i..?

Good luck with the move, I hope it works out well for you.

[Jacko 2076]

12 hours ago, Contrails said:

G’day,

I am thinking of getting a high kms manual 130i - https://www.carsales.com.au/cars/details/2006-bmw-1-series-130i-sport-e87-manual/SSE-AD-12464183

Yes I am moving to Perth. It will be my daily. 
Any tips as to what things should I watch out for? 

200,000km is the break in period, not high ks  

Depends what service history is, my stock clutch lasted 230,000km etc. If hasnt had them done, you can expect at 230,000 -

• Sump gasket leak, rocker cover leaks, oil cooler leaks
• Waterpump (likely has been done by 230,000... mine was still going though)
• Suspension bushes shagged
• Guibos torn and centre hanger bearing sad
• Clutch and DMF
• Shifter bushes
• Diff bearings and seals
• Vanos solenoids dicky/coked up
• DISA valves rattly, particularly if -
• CCV failed and dumping oil into intake

Nothing is particularly scary or expensive, and once done will go another 200,000+ km.

 

[Contrails 316]

5 hours ago, E30 325i Rag-Top said:

Sharks, poisonous snakes, poisonous spiders, ridiculous heat… or did you mean with the 130i..?

Good luck with the move, I hope it works out well for you.

😂😂😂👌. Made my day!

[Driftit 1925]

Any radiator hose that has a plastic connector.... That is all of them.  Especially the inlet on the front of the head.  An upgrade is available via FCP.

[hudfsam13 3]

Hey all,

Im thinking about switching from run flats to Michelin Pilot Sports (4 or 5), hoping to fix a bit of understeer, body roll and add more grip on the 130.
Can anyone tell me what its like and if its better going from run flats to non (or run flats to pilot sports) what's it like? big difference or?....

[NZ_InFerno 369]

17 minutes ago, hudfsam13 said:

Hey all,

Im thinking about switching from run flats to Michelin Pilot Sports (4 or 5), hoping to fix a bit of understeer, body roll and add more grip on the 130.
Can anyone tell me what its like and if its better going from run flats to non (or run flats to pilot sports) what's it like? big difference or?....

Will definitely ride better and be more grippy. Could get new wheels, with a square set up, to reduce under steer if you're on the stock staggered wheels. Selling the old tyres and wheels could help subsidise that. 

Changing to normal tyres won't fix any body roll issues you're having, thicker sway bars will do that. 

[hudfsam13 3]

1 hour ago, NZ_InFerno said:

Will definitely ride better and be more grippy. Could get new wheels, with a square set up, to reduce under steer if you're on the stock staggered wheels. Selling the old tyres and wheels could help subsidise that. 

Changing to normal tyres won't fix any body roll issues you're having, thicker sway bars will do that. 

Do you think a square setup of non run flat tyres would help understeer, say 225's all round instead of changing both wheels and tyres to a square setup?

Was also thinking sway bars at some point as well 🤔

[NZ_InFerno 369]

1 hour ago, hudfsam13 said:

Do you think a square setup of non run flat tyres would help understeer, say 225's all round instead of changing both wheels and tyres to a square setup?

Was also thinking sway bars at some point as well 🤔

Yep it would. 

[M3AN 4015]

14 hours ago, hudfsam13 said:

Do you think a square setup of non run flat tyres would help understeer, say 225's all round instead of changing both wheels and tyres to a square setup?

What size tyres are you currently running? A square 225 setup likely means you're reducing the rear footprint which will help with understeer but only because you can no longer put as much power down which is ultimately counter-productive (slower). I'd think 235's would be the minimum square setup to use although I've never been a believer in a square setup on a rear wheel drive car, tyre size is a pretty blunt instrument to address under (or over) steer. Better tyres, camber pin mod, M3 front arms and, some front toe out are all things I'd try before committing to a square setup.

Edited May 7, 2022 by M3AN

[E30 325i Rag-Top 2914]

16 hours ago, hudfsam13 said:

Can anyone tell me what its like and if its better going from run flats to non (or run flats to pilot sports) what's it like? big difference or?....

What are your current tyre set-up, how old are they how much tread on them etc?

Also, what are all the bushes, etc like in the suspension? Shocks and springs good? I’d be looking at stuff like that before throwing new wheels and tyres at it, and the things M3AN listed above?