Past 5 Series & Other Models Feed

new MotoGP M6 Coupé Safety Car

Thu, 17 May 2012 02:00:14 +0000

very nice looking mods much better than old 1

M Festival M Version

Thu, 17 May 2012 01:55:33 +0000

1988 535i help

Wed, 16 May 2012 21:20:56 +0000

Hey, im interested in buying a 1988 535i i found on craigslist. The guy says that the car has a very slow oil leak, which im told a oil pan gasket will most likely fix. But there is also some electrical problems with the car. The owner says that when he revs the rpm's high the car has difficulty running. Im guessing its possibly a problem with the sensors? im not sure. But some advise on fixing these problems would be great so i know what im getting into, thanks.

2005 330XI front rotors, pads, sensor needed

Wed, 16 May 2012 12:37:12 +0000

Who is selling good quality rotors and pads nowadays? I need a set of front rotors and pads, with new sensor, for my 2005 330XI.

1977 BMW 530i

Sat, 12 May 2012 03:14:58 +0000

Hi. I came across an E12 today which is up for sale. Dont know much about them and would appreciate any inputs. Any issues that I should be aware of. 2nd owner is asking $10k. 112,000 miles with complete service history since '77. Engine rebuilt 2000 miles ago. Just had a major service so nothing to fix according to the owner. Not a real M5 as badge was just added by owner. How much are these cars really. Wanted to make a decent offer. Thank you so much!

Will 05 540 wheels fit on a 98 540?

Fri, 11 May 2012 01:39:31 +0000

I was wondering if wheels from a 05 540 will fit on a 98 540?

Blacked out E90 headlights

Tue, 08 May 2012 23:57:20 +0000

Did this for someone. Blacked out everything except the clear turn signal.

ESS supercharged E90 M3 w/ 1M front bumper

Tue, 08 May 2012 01:45:14 +0000

Saw this at Eurofest.

BMW partnering with Hyundai on engine

Mon, 07 May 2012 02:25:21 +0000

German luxury automaker BMW and Korean manufacturer Hyundai are currently engaged in talks regarding a possible partnership, reports Automotive News.

The potential collaboration would see BMW and Hyundai co-develop a new engine platform for future vehicles in an attempt to help weather development costs that could inflate up to anywhere between $1.3-2.6 billion.

It’s been reported by a Germany industry newsletter Automobil Produktion that Hyundai Chariman Chung Mong-koo’s son, Chung Eui-sun, had met with a small group of BMW managers in Munich this week, though the publication was unable to cite its sources.

Neither Hyundai nor BMW have yet to make a statement regarding any joint venture. At present, BMW has established partnerships with PSA/Peugeot-Citroen, Toyota, and Daimler. A possible deal with General Motors is currently in the works.

BMW – which is ahead of German rivals Audi and Mercedes-Benz as the current leading luxury automaker – announced back in March it was working on a new engine architecture that would improve aspects across the board for its three, four, and six-cylinder gasoline and diesel engines.

While nothing is confirmed, a potential partnership could, from an economic standpoint, prove beneficial to both BMW and Hyundai should these reported talks prove accurate and fruitful. In addition, Hyundai may be poised to gain more out this deal than the Germans: the Korean automaker will certainly be aided in its continued effort to provide more credibility within the automotive world with a prestigious partner such as BMW.

Motorcepts John's E93 M3 VT1 on the way!!!!

Sat, 05 May 2012 17:10:45 +0000

It's on order! On the way! Stay tuned for a BLOWN E93 M3 soon!!! Pictures will be up during the progress!!

I'm falling in love with the 2009-2012 7Series

Tue, 01 May 2012 01:57:21 +0000

I am leaning more towards buying the 2009 750Li and I have one question, will the 2012 M-Sport aerodynamic kit fit on a 2009 750Li?

Turbo

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 16:26:14 +0000

Hi, is there anyone out there that has a E39 530d sport on a 03 Turbo they want to sell. Mine's dead and I can't believe how much BMW want for a new one. Any advice or help would be greatly recieved. You can call me on 07585331384 if you have one for sale.
I dont really know what numbers are what but I have afew from the turbo. GT 2556V, 247691-h, 454191-8, serial number FLH004 then it's either R H or P. I hope this helps you help me, I really do need all the help I can get.
Thanks
Rik

BMW X5 E70

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 06:41:39 +0000

Anybody know a good BMW X5 E70 forum?

BMW 1M with 521HP

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 02:22:01 +0000

I wonder if it is faster than M3 and M5
I tryed looking for a video but can not find any.

One unique rat rod BMW 2002

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 03:59:59 +0000

fuel filter change 530 dat 2000 mod preface

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 07:41:37 +0000

hello there,
I should preciate any info about fuelfilter change on my 530D preface, 2000 mod, and crankhouse filter as well.

thanks in advance

jerry

E53 X5 Spring Cleaning

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 18:51:54 +0000

Hey guys,

I have a set of 17" wheels and 1 NEW Nankang SP-5 All Season tire, 285 45 19 107V M+S

Complete set of four (4) factory OEM wheels only (no tires) from a used 2004 X5. Excellent Used Condition, No issues, no crack.! Should fit 2002-2006 X5 May fit Z4's too.

Center caps not included. Lug nuts are not included

17x7.5", 5 lug on 120mm, 40mm Offset, Hollander number: 59444

PM me if any interest.

E39 Spring Cleaning

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 18:47:13 +0000

Hey guys,

My E39 is gone and I have a few parts left over. Let me know if any interest.

1) BMW E39 E38 Hella Philips OEM Xenon Ballasts and Mounting Brackets x2. Mounting bracket included - $55 for each side.

2) BMW factory original used OEM M5 Drivers Side Heated Chromatic Glass Only -$110

3) Passenger Side = Assembly with Motor with Rubber Gasket (NO GLASS). Mirror mount has 3 tabs instead of 4. Doesn't affect function The mirror assembly is wet-sanded and ready for paint. - $140

4) New BMW Pagid Brake Shoes Rear 3 Series 5 Series - $50

BMW i8 Concept Spyder

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 16:00:58 +0000

I love it!

http://www.engadget.com/2012/04/02/bmw-i8-concept-spyder-video/

Trinity Autosport's E92 M3 Interlago Blue

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:38:08 +0000

Hi Guys,

Its been a long time since I've really posted anything personal. I got rid of my E60 M5 and got a 2008 E92 M3 6spd about 1 month ago. Here's a list of what I've done so far

1. CKS Coilovers with SWIFT Springs (I have another setup for the track with CKS Race Valved Coilovers w/ 22kg front & 18kg rear SWIFT springs.
2. RPi Scoops
3. RPi GTC Full Exhaust
4. RDSport Front/Rear Sway Bars
5. Macht Schnell Under Drive Pulley
6. Macht Schnell Intake Elbow/Filter
7. Rogue Engineering Short Shifter Kit
8. Wedssport SA55m 19x9.5 19x10.5 w/ Hankook K110 275/30/19 and 305/30/19
9. Volk TE37 SL 18x9.5 all around (FOR TRACK USE) with Hankook Z214 275/35/18
10. Carbon Fiber Hood Vents
11. Matte Black Kidney Grills
12. Matte Black Fender Grills
13. LED Side Signals
14. Painted Reflectors
15. BMW Performance Weighted Shift Knob
16. 10w Angel Eyes
17. Full LED Interior Lighting/License Plate Lights
18. LCI Rear Tail Light Upgrade

I THINK that's about it! I'm planning to get the Stoptech Trophy Big Brake Kit soon and I'm DONE!

I took the car to Chuckwalla and I beat my M5 time by 3 seconds! The car is amazing...so much more lighter and nimble in corners. Its AWESOME!

Enjoy the pics!

First V6 in the BMW history: 2014 F80 M3

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 01:31:39 +0000

The new M3 2014 will have a V6 3.0L Twitn Turbo that will develop around 429 Hp and 405 lb-ft of torque !

Here the article: BMW F80 2014 M3 with V6-Turbo

Please help! 540i dying big time!

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 20:00:10 +0000

Been looking on here for a looonngg time but not a frequent poster on many forums these days. Happy to be here though now.

Soooo my 2002 540i auto keeps dying. The last few weeks the car seems to have felt "heavy" and almost jerky at times relating to throttle response (and tranny was shifting kinda oddly at some points but idk if its related). A few days ago went outside to go grab a bite to eat with the girlfriend and the car would not unlock with the key fob. messed around with the keys for a few minutes and it finally unlocked. (I had been getting the coolant low message once ina bit if that even matters, but i think that might be an expansion tank however i want to divulge everything.)

THEN, I start my car and am just out of my work parking lot and the car studdered a bit then the engine failsafe program mesage displays on the dash. Car drove home and ran almost better than normal (more responsive).

Let the car sit overnight and it started, still has same message display. Unhooked the battery for an hour, hooked it back up then started with no message. It ran for a few minutes and thought all was good. (i also topped off a tiny a bit of oil)

About 1/4 mile after i left my house the car died without any warning. Turned it off after coasting into a parking lot then started right up like no problem. Then on my way home, died again. The car on the last run home was seeming to want to die at lower RPM.

I replaced the battery thinking it might be a voltage issue (and it was the original at 11 years old.) Started and ran well then started the idle issue again.

Started the car and it started wayyy easier quicker and less cranking), ran fine for 2 mins then shut off. Same thing 3 times in a row. Finally the fourth time i gave it a bit of a rev and the car ran fine idling for about 10 minutes. No lights anymore but it never had one when it cut off these 3 times either.

I then cleaned the MAF (only sprayed with MAF cleaner not touching parts with Q-tips), which really wasnt all that dirty but did so and put in a new air filter. The car ran really well for about a day and a half like it was fixed. The car started to lose power when i hit the pedal like it wasnt registering until it would go to a pretty open position and then died again. Had to have it towed home.

So i had the codes read from a Snap-On scanner:

CODE 85 - Secondary Air Valve Circuit

CODE 115 - Hot Film Mass Air Sensor

This lead me to believe the MAF was bad, so i purchased a new BOSCH unit. Waited the few days and installed it yesterday. The car started up and was running much better it seemed while still cold however it was blowing a good bit of smoke from the exhaust. I hadn't ever had a problem with this before so that was odd. Seemed to run ok but was smoking from the exhaust. I thought maybe just because it sat for a few days motionless. Well the car started to run rough and idle unsteadily, then rough. Then I revved the car to see what that might do as a test of the higher RPM and all, and then it dies. Turn it back on and right away i get "!Stop Engine! Check oil something (i believe oil pressure)" from the display. Checked oil level from dipstick and its between the two marks.

Re-Started the car about 2 hours later. It started and ran fine (no smoke or oil pressure warning) but i heard this sound almost sounded like a sucking sound of something closing and then the car idled down like its warmer/in closed loop. This sound is the sound i heard everytime when teh car was dying in the very beginning! It then started idling up and down and also pretty rough and i turned the car off. Whatever this is seems to be at operating or semi warmer temps at this point.

I got it home and am driving the lexus but NEED the BMW running as i have a trip i need it to work for.

So does anyone have ANY freaking idea what is up with the car???

E39 540iIAT options decoding by VIN?

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 19:18:53 +0000

Hi
Im looking at a 2000 BMW 540IAT. The car looks quite nice regarding the age, but I want to check it out the best way I can before purchasing it.

Can anyone help me out by telling me where I can go to decode the VIN?

The complete VIN is WBADR61010GL91642

e39 problem

Sat, 24 Mar 2012 14:10:16 +0000

hi everyone, i have got a problem with my e39 523 (1999) that i hope someone out there can help me with, my car has developed a very annoying rattle on the rear nearside back end. and i cant seem to find where its coming from, any help guys? thanks.

Audi Drivers and Engineers Explain the Importance of Tyres

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 10:07:29 +0000

All car drivers are aware that they are black, round and keep their expensive alloy wheels off the ground but not many appreciate the benefits of choosing the right tyres for their car and style of driving.

Michelin has interviewed some of the team’s drivers and race engineers to find out why they choose to fit Michelin tyres and why they feel fitting the correct tyres is important from a racing and road car point of view. And no, it’s not because the tyres are supplied free of charge as race teams pay like anyone else.

Unlike Formula 1, endurance racing tyres are closely linked, in terms of size and performance characteristics, to those used on high performance road cars. Endurance racing calls for tyres that will last as long as possible while offering high levels of grip in various conditions from their first lap to their last. As a result, in last year’s Le Mans 24 hour race, the No.2 Audi R18 TDI managed to race for 750kms on one set of tyres, and at speeds of up to 330km/h with three Peugeots in hot pursuit.

In 2012 Audi will field two R18 e-tron quattro’s and two R18 ultra prototypes at Le Mans – all shod with Michelin tyres. The two hybrid cars will be driven by last year’s Le Mans winning trio of Marcel Fässler, André Lotterer, and Benoît Tréluyer with Dindo Capello, Tom Kristensen, and Allan McNish in the other car. The R18 Ultra will see Loïc Duval joined by Timo Bernhard and Romain Dumas with the other R18 Ultra driven by Marco Bonanomi, Oliver Jarvis and Mike Rockenfeller.

In the video, drivers Allan McNish and Tom Kristensen, and race engineer Howden Haynes share their views and experiences of tyres and talk about how innovation in motorsport benefits drivers with better cars and tyres.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=82W_ROmr1JA

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L-9OuXwR3Oo