The BMW UUC Digest Volume 2 : Issue 432 : "text" Format Messages in this Issue: E30 IX ABS Hydro Unit Re: E36/iPod Importing non US cars into US questions Re: Importing non US cars into US questions [FS] 1993 325iS ITS and 24' Enclosed Trailer
---------------------------------------------------------------------- Date: Thu, 18 Nov 2004 12:13:08 -0500 From: Brad <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "[EMAIL PROTECTED]" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: E30 IX ABS Hydro Unit Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I'm getting ready to replace what I believe to be a faulty ABS Hydro Unit (have replaced everything else, brain, sensors, relays). Was just wandering if there are any do's and don't in replacing the ABS unit, or is it just a strait forward swap and bleed the brake lines..... Thanks Brad Otto Jacobsburg, OH 88 M3 88 IX ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 18 Nov 2004 17:22:47 -0500 From: Steve Lilley <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: BMW UUC Digest <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Re: E36/iPod Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Kevin, Have you considered the iTrip from Griffin? I don't have an iPod (yet), but several people here at work have them, and most also have the iTrip for use in the car. http://www.griffintechnology.com/products/itrip/ According to them, the sound quality is only slightly better than regular FM, but it sure is portable! This is from the iTrip FAQ: What is the quality of the audio when played through the iTrip? Is it better than FM? Simply put, FM radio is not the best quality audio in the world. It lacks some high and low frequencies, it has a fairly poor signal-to-noise ratio, and it is no where near CD quality. The iTrip simply creates a mini FM radio station on top of your iPod, so it will never sound better than the best FM radio station you've ever heard. However, it still sounds pretty good. With a clear frequency the iTrip will play your iPod's music at a surprisingly high level: Compared to other FM transmitters, the iTrip's sound quality will win every time. Plus, it's the ONLY way to play your iPod in your car if you don't have an AUX input or cassette adapter. Regards, Steve ------------------------------ Date: Fri, 19 Nov 2004 01:50:19 +0000 From: "Gilbert Hoffman" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Importing non US cars into US questions Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Gruppe: For anyone that has first hand knowledge of this sort of thing. Or for anyone one has any knowledge regarding this. I know there are people on the list, like the list-owner, Rob, who have cars not intended for the US market and are driving them legally in the US. In many of those cases the model represents a model that was sold in the US (M3, M5.) First question for discussion is has anyone imported a model not sold in the US? (I know Euro M3s and M5s were not sold in the US, but US models of those were.) I'm talking about importing a 120i for instance. Or, for than matter a 120d. What hurdles need to be overcome to import a car like the 1 series (as a daily driver, not a track/museum piece.) How about an E46 330d touring? (Existing body-type, but not existing engine.) Is it even remotely possible? On another note, I know engine swaps are possible for for OBDI and older cars. However, I would imagine that an engine swap from an E34 525 to an E34 (Euro) 525tds is not possible under current emissions standards. Or is it? I'm guessing most would say it is easier to import a manual transmission for an already US model 300D Benz wagon. I'm looking for answers and possible solutions. I don't care to hear about 'why would anyone import a diesel BMW into the US?' type stuff. No need to waste bandwidth with that. Of course, if anyone else feels that they wanted to import a diesel as well. Email me off list and we can talk about the answers I got. TIA Gilbert E30, E46 and an R ------------------------------ Date: Fri, 19 Nov 2004 06:30:49 -0800 From: Brad Houser <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "'Gilbert Hoffman'" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>, [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: Importing non US cars into US questions Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Gilbert: You can get the official word on importing vehicles to the US here: http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/rules/import/ 1. Cars more than 25 years are the easiest to bring in. This is more for collectors who won't use them as daily drivers, and won't want to pay to modify them. 2. As you mention, cars similar to the ones sold here can be imported with the Manufacturer's certification that they are substantially the same as the US version from a safety standpoint. Can't say about diesel v. gas. It may depend on your state. 3. Other cars that don't meet the above need to go through a "federalization" process. There used to be quite a few companies who did this, but it is not a big business anymore, mostly because BMW, MB, Volvo, Saab etc. all have Euro delivery programs. Also, in the '80s the value of the dollar was such that a $30K MB in the US cost $30K Deutsch Marks in Germany (which at the time was about $10K), so there was a lot of incentive from a cost standpoint. Look for "grey market importers" The BMW 120i or 120d would be difficult to bring in, due to the modifications (which may or may not be needed), inspections, bonds, paperwork etc. Not to mention the lack of spare parts, warranty coverage or resale value. (The last one is debatable.) Not to try to scare you off, I am very interested to see if you decide to pursue this. Please report back on the progress, others can learn from your experience. Brad Houser > -----Original Message----- > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Gilbert Hoffman > Sent: Thursday, November 18, 2004 5:50 PM > To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > Subject: [UUC] Importing non US cars into US questions > > Gruppe: > > For anyone that has first hand knowledge of this sort of > thing. Or for > anyone one has any knowledge regarding this. > > I know there are people on the list, like the list-owner, > Rob, who have cars > not intended for the US market and are driving them legally > in the US. In > many of those cases the model represents a model that was > sold in the US > (M3, M5.) First question for discussion is has anyone > imported a model not > sold in the US? (I know Euro M3s and M5s were not sold in the > US, but US > models of those were.) I'm talking about importing a 120i for > instance. Or, > for than matter a 120d. What hurdles need to be overcome to > import a car > like the 1 series (as a daily driver, not a track/museum > piece.) How about > an E46 330d touring? (Existing body-type, but not existing > engine.) Is it > even remotely possible? > > On another note, I know engine swaps are possible for for > OBDI and older > cars. However, I would imagine that an engine swap from an > E34 525 to an E34 > (Euro) 525tds is not possible under current emissions > standards. Or is it? > > I'm guessing most would say it is easier to import a manual > transmission for > an already US model 300D Benz wagon. > > I'm looking for answers and possible solutions. I don't care > to hear about > 'why would anyone import a diesel BMW into the US?' type > stuff. No need to > waste bandwidth with that. Of course, if anyone else feels > that they wanted > to import a diesel as well. Email me off list and we can talk > about the > answers I got. > > TIA > > Gilbert > E30, E46 and an R > > > Search the > ARCHIVES:http://www.mail-archive.com/bmwuucdigest@uucdigest.com > > > ______________________________________________________________ > ____________ > In memory of Michel Potheau - friend, enthusiast, founder of > the BMW CCA. > > UUC Motorwerks - BMW Performance Fine-tuning and home of the Ultimate > Short Shifter - accept no substitutes! > 908-874-9092 . http://www.uucmotorwerks.com ------------------------------ Date: Fri, 19 Nov 2004 08:44:20 -0800 (PST) From: Michael Turgeon <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "UUC List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>, E36M3 <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: [FS] 1993 325iS ITS and 24' Enclosed Trailer Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> very capable, well prepared car, ran 2:41.2 at Road America, can win anywhere with right driver, very little time on new motor, email for spec sheet and photos, full race package with spares, also 24' Haulmark Race Trailer, cabinets, generator, 500w halogen pit and loading lamps, low mileage, email for photos, car must be sold first. Thanks, Mike __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com ------------------------------ End of [bmwuucdigest] digest(5 messages) **********
