I have a 97 740IL that needs new catalytic converters. You can buy after-market cats on the net, but they won't ship them to California. The BMW...

Big Bill C

09-02-2005 12:32 AM
KMS - Brett Anderson

I guy who works for me was trying to sell his son's car. He placed an add in Auto Trader and received a call from a guy saying he was interested...

grinder

09-01-2005 08:42 PM
Somebody.

Hello All, I am newbe to cars.. i bought this second hand BMW 525i 1990 model. The problem with this car is it tends to sway to the left when i am...

pmasina@gmail.com

09-01-2005 06:32 PM
Alan Brooks

Hey, so I'm in the market for a new car and have my sights set on the M3. I'm thinking about getting it with SMG II, and would like...

S.A.

09-01-2005 11:56 AM
Douglas Hall

Lately my 94 740IL has been having problems starting. It didn't start for 2-3 days over last weekend, started and ran fine Monday but hasn't...

09-01-2005 07:25 AM
JB

In article <jIOQe.390$w4.331 (AT) newsfe7-win (DOT) ntli.net>, damien (AT) virgin (DOT) net says... Yeah, but there is a downside to the Alpina:...

tim

09-01-2005 07:21 AM
Dori A Schmetterling

I have a "98 740 with this error code. Anyone know what it is? --

RCG

08-31-2005 01:01 PM
J Strickland

Hi, quick question about shocks. My 98 318ti has the mtec suspension and has covered about 54k miles. I'm starting to think the car doesn't take...

zerouali

08-31-2005 12:02 PM
J Strickland

Oldtimer BMW type 316, 2 deurs, bouwjaar 1976, kleur: bruin beige. Met jongere motor 1800cc inspuiter. Tot voor 1 jaar vast weggebruik....

Roelon Laumen

08-31-2005 08:09 AM
Dori A Schmetterling

Hi there, a bit of a newbie question. My E39 has 48k miles and during the last service the dealer said that the brakes may need to be done (fr &...

mp

08-30-2005 08:42 PM
Bob

2000 E39 here, I purchased some filters from a seller on eBay. The purchase was for Bosch filters. I recived the package today. The box was Bosch...

Jeff

08-30-2005 08:14 PM
J Strickland

My college-age son (Austin, Texas) needs rotors replaced on his 95 325I, and doesn't want to spend $400. (Pads were replaced a few months ago, and...

Clayton

08-30-2005 05:42 PM
Malt_Hound

I usually wait till the tank gets near empty so that I can reduce the number of trips to the gas station. I pull in to the gas station, fill 'er up...

Vuestra Merced

08-30-2005 04:15 PM
J Strickland

Hello All, I am newbe to cars.. i bought this second hand BMW 525i 1990 model. The problem with this car is it tends to sway to the left when i am...

pmasina@gmail.com

08-30-2005 03:19 PM
fbloogyudsr

Okay, way OT but since a lot of you guys seem to be in the USA I need some advice. I'm going to be in LA for a week visiting friends and family and...

TonyK

08-30-2005 01:09 PM
Dori A Schmetterling

http://www.pelicanparts.com/bmw/techarticles/E36-Camshaft-Timing/E36-Camshaft-Timing.htm Excellent photos here of the whole mess...

Malt_Hound

08-30-2005 12:04 PM
Jeff Strickland

The alarm goes off within 10 seconds of setting it and the blinking light on the console indicates the hatchback solenoid was activated. It must...

grinder

08-30-2005 10:27 AM
grinder

Other than the CD parts and repair guides aimed at the true professional mechanic, I have found nothing. Anyone have any secret knowledge of...

Sun God

08-30-2005 07:19 AM
Michele Berry

Need the owner's manual for the factory (old analog) phone for a 1994 740iL, would prefer the actual manual but will be glad to get a .pdf file...

B

08-30-2005 05:40 AM
John Burns

I just got a my new BMW Cabrio 325Ci that came with Bluetooth. I tried coupling my Motorola V525, but couldn't get the Bluetooth to activate in...

SGA

08-30-2005 12:11 AM
SGA

Hi, I have a BMW 1 series and didn't get the factory fit bluetooth prep, so need an aftermarket car solution. Any suggestions for a good one that...

Beacon Mode

08-29-2005 09:58 PM
Damo

I have 2002 330Ci with sport pkg. Ran over a screw & the very slow leak in my RR tire is becoming a very fast leak. Have about 24k on the tires &...

Barry K

08-29-2005 09:56 PM
Damo

'87 325i - the flashers/turn signals qiut. Got a replacement 3-prong signal module but can't find where it plugs in. Have been told it's under the...

BNA 325

08-29-2005 04:13 PM
J Strickland

Hello, I am on my 3rd bimmer, 1994 540, I am now looking for a safer car, with side curtain airbags as I have recently survived a near death crash...

Bimmerlover

08-29-2005 07:00 AM
Dori A Schmetterling

I cannot get a decent signal to my stereo. I have checked the stereo which is ok, I have changed the booster that was ok, what else could it be? Any...

T

08-29-2005 06:51 AM
T

I do not know about cars but my electric windows and sunroof do not work, i have found the sunroof fuse and that seems ok i have got a 1991 bmw...

Pete1969

08-29-2005 06:06 AM
John Burns

Hi, is there anyone out there that can point me in the right direction to get a DVD fitted to the BMW Sat / Tv of my M3 2003 model. Many Thx Ap.

Apollo

08-28-2005 07:32 AM
Apollo

Here is a contribution to the discussions about manual v automatic: http://driving.timesonline.co.uk/article/0,,22750-1751891,00.html I always knew...

Dori A Schmetterling

08-28-2005 05:06 AM
Dori A Schmetterling

I'm about to look at a 1999 740iL. I wanted to know if there anything I should really look closely for? Any help, would surely be...

BG

08-28-2005 12:47 AM
infoguy

2/2003, 4/2003, 1,2,3 and 2004 and Feb 2004 BMW car magazine.. they go for 5.00 each and the other 8.50 . all for 15.00 plus 3.50 shipping..

venus6152@earthlink.net

08-27-2005 07:31 PM
Malt_Hound

After changing the oil in my 318ti I was going to top off the fluids. The brake fluid reservoir says only use DOT 4 brake fluid. The supply...

grinder

08-27-2005 05:42 PM
MWarren

I have a '94 525iSE. saloon, or sedan, Has a pattern rear spoiler with stop light LED's, which have never been connected. Is there a permanent live...

Mike G

08-27-2005 10:03 AM
Mike G

Well I sold my E28 525e, got a good price (still have my E30 318iS). And the same evening I became the proud owner of a late '94 E38 730i V8...

John Burns

08-27-2005 08:56 AM
John Burns

I have a 1995 E34 525 TDS with automatic gearbox, which has a radiator for coolant, a small radiator in front for, I think, cooling the engine oil,...

Nick

08-26-2005 11:43 PM
andrey.ivannikov@gmail.com

Ok, I've been putting this off until it's now affecting the opening/closing of the doors. My original door panels have all but disintegrated, and I'm...

dtaylor91@comcast.net

08-26-2005 09:04 PM
dtaylor91@comcast.net

is this a good choice to replace my 540? I am looking for something cheaper on fuel, a little more fun to drive, hence the 6 speed... how good are...

BMW

08-26-2005 08:44 PM
MWarren

Looking at buying an October 2001 E39 which is fitted with "the Tracker which BMW were selling at the time". Tracker (www.tracker.co.uk) currently...

Philip K

08-26-2005 02:12 PM
Daz

I have a really annoying rattle on the rear wheels, which disappear when I put the handbrake up one notch. The handbrake is tightened every couple...

News

08-26-2005 11:44 AM
J Strickland

This car was supplied with the 3-button 'diamond' shape keys (open, close, boot/trunk open). Supposedly these keys have a rechargeable battery that...

Grumps

08-26-2005 10:45 AM
Grumps

Hi there, We'd like to invite you to post your item on Ontario's new classified advertisement website: www.eyardsale.com It's the fastest growing...

lnd

08-25-2005 07:01 PM
lnd

Before I bought my used '95 325i I brought it in to my local trusty mechanic for a once over. He found very few big problems, but he did find that...

Malt_Hound

08-25-2005 06:24 PM
Malt_Hound

Friend's 1994 E32 740iL (88k miles) fitted with what look like E39 16" wheels. He had a pretty bad wobble at about 70-80mph. changed the T/C arms...

JB

08-25-2005 05:29 PM
Bear

My BMW Tourer has a wiper problem which means I have no continous normal speed, it is running at an intermitent speed. I do have very fast...

jcar

08-25-2005 12:56 PM
jcar

The 2006 M3 or M4. The info is in short supply. When will we know more? How much? When will it be available? What will it really be called? I need...

Jean-Paul

08-25-2005 11:45 AM
J Strickland

My old 325i (4-door) gave a consistant 25 combined mpg for the trips that I make. I managed to slam the car into the side of somebody making an...

J Strickland

08-25-2005 11:07 AM
Dodgy

Does anyone have DIY on replacing top and tension straps for 1996 328IC its the semi-automatic top. I have searched high and low and found...

Builder

08-25-2005 09:57 AM
Builder

I replaced the turn signal lamp on my 2002 330i yesterday. The indicator light on my dash had been on, and the left turn signal bulb was out. Well,...

Brandon

08-24-2005 01:58 PM
J Strickland

My driver's side mirror was clipped by a passing asshole and the mirror popped out. It's not cracked or damaged in any obvious way, nor is...

Mike Klein

08-24-2005 11:10 AM
Mike Klein

I'm having to buy a new petrol tank for my BMW as the old one is split. I was told there are two different types for mine, a twin or single hole....

Marielle

08-24-2005 08:05 AM
Dodgy

Hi all The interior heating fan (not fancy climate control / air con) seems to have something stuck in it, as it makes a grating/rasping noise when...

Grumps

08-24-2005 05:05 AM
Grumps