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Good episode..thoroughly enjoyed it And that F10 M5

Not my cup of tea..for a min there i thought Antique Roadshow was on the tele tonite

Bit like watching Arsenal, a couple of good performances make you think the team are back to their best but alas no....

 

yes exactly, but you will still watch them play.. the same with Top Gear..the love hate relationship We'd all still watch Top Gear even though it's rubbish as there is nothing better on tele on a Sunday night

Agree with what they said about whiplash injury and fake claims though ..well said. Yes tonight's episode is a bit rubbish...they were on the right track last couple of weeks but it looks like the have slipped back to their old ways

That's a good results I don't think they will replace any sensors..don't think it had anything to do with sensors to be honest

Nice work and nice car

what year is the car mate? The only other recommendation is get him to ring up BMW UK to see if they will make a goodwill contribution to the repair bills It's easier to put forward a case if he has full BMWSH

Like what Fuse has said, BMW is well aware of the problems but refuses to acknowledge the problem and call for a recall. It will probably costs them a fortune and they make a lot more money from customers taking out their extended warranty. This sucks..i know Beginning to think the motor industry is full of shrewd ruthless thieving stealers

Unfortunately i don't think you could claim warranty or take out a warranty after the car has been in for the repair. The terms and conditions on their warranty states that you are not allowed to make a claim for the first month of the warranty

Have a read through this

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=136258

In summary, well documented problem with BMW 2.0L 4cylinder petrol engines(and some 6 cylinder petrol) especially those with Efficient Dynamics auto start and stop technology-built dates post September 2007. Main problems faulty coils, injectors. Remedy?-replacement of coils, injectors, spark plugs and software update.

Is this a long term fix? - no one knows some people end up replacing all 4 coils, injectors and plugs and yet the same problem reccurs.

Hope this helps. Oh..worth getting BMW's very own extended warranty if the car is out of manufacturer warranty as there seem to be a reccuring theme for this problem..just my two pence

Most new BMW E9x(E90/E91/E92/E93) has quite harsh and firm ride due to the standard Bridgestone runflat tyres..the tramlining takes a bit of getting used to but if u have come from a 350Z..probably not a lot of difference. And the ride is worse in those with M Sport versions compared to the SE versions because of the sportier M-Sport sports suspension. Nevertheless i'd rather have the M Sport as they look much better with the bodykit and much nicer interior and sport seats:thumbs:

The M cars(1M/M3) however haven't got any runflats..standard non runflats with tyre repair kit.

I have had the convertible E93 325i 6 cylinder petrol engine version back in 2007 when it was first out. Pretty much trouble free motoring and plenty of bhp and torque. The one in the ad looks like the facelift/LCI version looking at the angel eyes headlights and taillights. The BMW diesel engines are a lot more reliable than their efficient dynamics petrol engines(known problems with coils, injectors, HPFP-high pressure fuel pump problems). And the turbodiesel engines can easily be remapped to really good bhp gains. And not to mention very economical to run..average around 40-45mpg. Definitely a good buy.

And that car should still be under BMW manufacturer's warranty..extended warranty is a "must" for older cars that are out of warranty if you do some research on the BMW E90post.com forum.

watched both as well..Ashley is a talented dancer

Needs spacer and lowering what's the point of having the car on 3 wheels

What a **** Too many scumbags around Hope you get it sorted.

I bought some Farecla G3 Compound from Halford http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stor ... yId_255240

Bought them to get rid of some scratches on my E92, i have yet to try them. Read about them on the detailing forum for removing deep scratches...worth a try maybe but if you could catch the scratch with your nails..it might be a job for the bodyshop

if only money is no object

Ferrari seems to be getting really good at making hardtop convertibles(that includes the California)..u can't even tell it's a drop top when the roof is on..the lines flow very well with the rest of the bodywork..work of art that is

God knows how much i have paid the City Council for various traffic offence ..f**king thieves

Robin Hood county = Rob in Hood i will get my coat

 

Too close to the truth I'm afraid

Nottingham has to be one of the few cities in England with the most number of f**king speed cameras...no wonder the Nottingham City Council is loaded..stealing from the people of Nottingham. The riot few weeks back..i saw that coming.

On the other hand you get people who would buy the new BMW 1 series just because it's from the "premium" marque...even if it has a face only a mother could love ...harsh words..i know How ironic..we live in a strange world

Can't imagine this scumbags will get very far though in a Zed..they will probably stick out like a sore thumb even in Nottingham

Robin Hood county = Rob in Hood i will get my coat

Yes..autosock is a bit more pricey but it's better quality than the one i had

I started that thread on snow socks a year ago It did quite well getting out of slush and thick snow but mine was shredded into bits and pieces as soon as they hit the tarmac. You are supposed to take them off when you are on bare tarmac..well you live and learn It can be a PITA to put them on and take them off..mine was a cheap one from ebay..as the saying goes "buy cheap, buy twice"

I think this year..i might try some liquid snow chain

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/LIQUID-SPRAY-SNOW-ICE-CHAINS-TYRE-WINTER-GRIP-/270698615967?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item3f06e5149f#ht_1722wt_905

Not sure if they are any good..some trader was selling them here last year but not read about any reviews from people who bought them. I got rid of my Zed and bought another RWD car

Winter tyres are the best..only problem is i haven't got a garage to keep my summer tyres..live in a rented flat.

How do you know this winter is going to as bad as the last one? Then again, judging by the last couple of years..don't think it's going to be any different this year

7K is worth a punt If you are worried about it being a money pit, why don't get some BMW extended warranty for peace of mind

What about a Range Rover Evoque

Bloody hell..that's cheap even for a Cat D It's probably a quick sale as he said he wanted an A5