arktis 58 Report post Posted May 13, 2023 What's up guys, I've had my E63 for a while now and I've spent quite a bit of time reading other forums such as m5board, Bimmerfest, and Bimmerpost. I mostly treated my E63 like I would any other car, until I came across Timm's YouTube channel, and his website on MeekNet. Since then, I've realised how worthwhile it is to give your car some proper TLC, and since then I've developed a real passion for my car. I've learned to use INPA and NCS Expert, and a whole bunch about scheduled and preventative maintenance. I was looking for a forum like this to get some regional know-how, as I'm keen to do some work to the exhaust. Americans make it sound so easy to get an Eisenmann exhaust bought and fitted - but not the case in NZ! I was massively into cars as a kid, but my E63 is the first car I've owned that I've felt any passion for. At the moment I'm keen to get a bit more power out of it without spending too much, and without deviating too much from factory. Aesthetically, the only thing I'm keen to do is to get 19's - my favourite look is the BBS LM look you used to see on a lot of E36's. Alpina B6 wheels are sweet too. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
C-130 Hercules 571 Report post Posted May 16, 2023 Welcome to the forum! Pictures of your car? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
arktis 58 Report post Posted May 16, 2023 Cheers! Here are some of my favourite ones. Kidney grills are begging to be re-dipped - it's on the list.. Today I'm gonna find out about fitment, and what sort of 19's I can run. Ever since I got the car I've wanted some wheels with more spokes. Mine have grown on me though. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Olaf 3315 Report post Posted May 17, 2023 welcome Josh. Yep, although you can treat your BMW like a Camry, it'll repay you in nothing but huge bills. Routine maintenance and preventative is your best bet for enjoyable motoring. Of huge importance on e6x is the sunroof drains and the cowling/scuttle drains; if they get blocked, many modules are at floor level and don't like swimming. Tag into the Wellington room, BMW Car Club NZ Welly branch has a regular monthly pub meet in Johnsonville first Thursday every month ~6.30pm for a meal, a convivial ale or two and plenty of chat. Sometimes even about BMWs! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
arktis 58 Report post Posted May 17, 2023 Cheers Olaf. I haven’t heard of the sunroof drains being a problem, I’ll have a look into that. My to-do list is ever growing.. I’m always keen to spin some yarns over a beer. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
treone 647 Report post Posted May 17, 2023 I would reiterate too - blocked sunroof drains are an issue and will cause water ingress problems! Clear them now for relatively cheap $ and keep on top of them - this will save you $$$ when you have water soaked carpets and need to dry them. awesome car though and just enjoy it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
arktis 58 Report post Posted May 17, 2023 I'm a keen DIYer so I'll give it a go myself. Beautiful car in your pic Treone.. 840ci? Does anyone have recommendations on exhaust options for the V8's? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
treone 647 Report post Posted May 18, 2023 (edited) On 5/18/2023 at 9:50 AM, E63 said: 840ci? Correct! 👍 Edited May 19, 2023 by treone Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Olaf 3315 Report post Posted May 18, 2023 hunt out "so you've bought an e60" -it's a pdf that's constantly updated. much of it will apply to your e63. HTH. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
arktis 58 Report post Posted May 18, 2023 I’ll have a look. Cheers Olaf. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
arktis 58 Report post Posted May 18, 2023 Good read so far. Link for anyone else interested: https://www.bimmerfest.com/threads/so-you-just-bought-an-e60.731460/ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
