Hi All, Yesterday, we went for a 170 mile trip in our 2009 335d SE. Odometer now up to 1648 miles. Will do an oil + filter change next week. During the trip, we experienced rainy conditions from misty spray to heavy rain. This is the first time we have driven this car in the wet. The Auto...

The problem I have is with a part seen in the following page at realoem.com http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?model=DT53&mospid=47587&btnr=16_0325&hg=16&fg=05 On the page above, the part in question is part #22 - Outlet Pipe. Recently I have smelled gasoline whenever I stop driving the...

What they are doing is converting your existing battery into a higher Energy battery, the problem is I am far away from their state, so Mail order is the only choice, I hate to have them ship heavy battery by mail, any way I didn't think they can boost voltage to 13.7 volt. This is what I...

production date 10/97. Several weeks ago I was on an overly slick road surface. Light application of the brakes results in ABS. As we were headed into the intersection I down shifted (5 speed) to try and get traction. ABS and ASC lights on. Came home and disconnected the battery and no lights....

OK, so I've been procrastinating for a few years. My son bought me a clutch "Unlock Valve" from Bavarian Autosport (their part number is UNLOCK2) for my 2004 E46 330i. I put it in today. Wow! All of a sudden, I can shift smoothly without thought or effort. The difference really is...

I'm thinking of buying a 2001 E38. I'm located in the US. A couple I've seen have been imported from countries other than Germany (one from Italy, one from Ecuador). This seems unusual to me, is it? Are there BMW manufacturing plants in Italy or Ecuador? Is it something to be wary...

What else is the excuse for the battery that is non user-replaceable? SEND IT IT MY LITTLE DRONIE, GET ANOTHER APPLE DEVICE FOR A PRICE. Apple is the hero of the hippy-stupid. Buy it you ****tards. Talking about my e90 model ipod here of course.

I am looking for an engine control computer (ECU or ECM I am not really sure) with the part numbers Siemens 1 738 775.9 (5WK9 002). Most of the listings on Pelican Parts and eBay seems to be Bosch with a different part number. The car is imported from Japan but with the LHD steering. I...

I find my 2002 330 convertible sport's ride is too harsh on our poor roads.. I have two broken rear springs presumably due to potholes. Should I fit standard ones (33 53 6 750 756) or replace like for like sport ones? I'm told the ride height would be 20mm higher on standard ones which does not...

Bought a cam cover gasket set for my E39 528 - single VANOS - and as well as the main gasket and seals that go round the plug recesses, there was a seal like you get on the front of the crank etc but about 1 1/2 inch outside diameter. With nowhere obvious it would go. Although it looked about...

Just fitted the fifth one on my 528 - but this time got a pattern one off Ebay for a third of the BMW price. Doesn't look as good, but has a year's warranty. No genuine one has done 3 years up to now, so might be a bit of a bargain. ;-) -- *Two many clicks spoil the browse * Dave Plowman ...

I am in the process of buying a new BMW 335i xDrive with 17" wheels and would like to get 4 more to mount my snow tires on but would rather not buy from BMW considering their prices. I live in Vancouver B.C. Canada and and am looking for someone in town. If you can help me thank you in advance.

Our Heavenly Mother says, "Many stories have been written about My younger life on earth, and points of importance leading up to that Special Birth, as the Light shown so brightly at this time, where We were. I assure you that your Soul is as close to this Light as any human being can...

I've been having trouble with it my "Outside Ambient Temperature Sensor" (OATS) off and on for over 2 years, ever since I hit a curb and ripped it out. It seems like it should be so simple to repair, but I continue to have problems. I have actually replaced the sensor 3 times, this last time I...

Could anyone tell me where the a/c and/or vent blower relay is. 1996 740il. Found some by fuse box in trunk by battery but none are labeled. Also found some relays behind the glove box but again none labeled. Any help greatly appreciated. I'm trying to cover every possibility before removing...

I am expecting a new BMW 335i xDrive and was wondering if I should change the run flat tires over to normal tires after the run flats are worn down? Mite this have an advese affect on the performance? Thank you in advance.

I would like to hear experiences from folks who bought a 3 series between maybe 2003-2005 or so, or have 100k+ miles on it. What is the cost of repairs like late in the lifecycle? How has the car measured up, in terms of reliability, to other vehicles you've owned? Why would you or why would you...

I have a 2002 330xi with almost 149k miles on it. It has the premium and sports package, and an auto transmission. The AC is out, due to a freon leak. That is a tough repair, about 12 hours of labor I am told, so I was quoted US$ 2k to fix it. Besides that it has a slow oil leak, I need to add...

We've just bought a 2009 320D SE Saloon fitted with Bridgestone Potenza 225/45R17 91V run flat tyres. On indifferent surfaces the ride is pretty grim to downright scary depending on the speed and conditions, with constant sideways jitters, bangs and thumps and tramlining. The three year old...

I've a 2002 E39 with a battery problem. It started a while back during the cold weather. I wasn't using the car much, and the battery ran flat a couple of times. I figured that was to be expected, and following a re-charge everything seemed fine. I checked the voltage when the car was at...