[uucdigest] Thursday, March 30 2000 Volume 03 : Number 543 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ | For all available Digest commands including unsubscribe/subscribe, | visit the BMW UUC Digest page: http://www.uucdigest.com | Send SUBMISSIONS to [EMAIL PROTECTED] | Complaints? Send 'em to [EMAIL PROTECTED] if you must. | Visit http://www.bubbaclub.com | www.bimmers.com - "serving enthusiasts on the 'net" | Visit http://www.bimmer.org - ultimate BMW bulletin boards! | Subscribe to the Zionsville Autosport Parts Digest: | http://www.zionsvilleautosport.com/majordomo.htm ����������������������������������������� In this BMW UUC Digest: [uuc] 318ti's - info wanted [uuc] AA Exhaust For Sale for E36 M3 [uuc] Re: M3 4 sale, AOL [uuc] RE: Questions 1985 535I [uuc] RE: E28 M5...Opinions - Phaedrus [uuc] WTB '93-'95 525iT Re: [uuc] 98 pre-production M3 has a 328ic [uuc] Re: '93 318is info [uuc] U can do It Re: [uuc] 98 pre-production M3 has a 328ic RE: [uuc] 328ci oil drain magnet? [uuc] UUCFest is on! Ya gotta register... ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Date: Thu, 30 Mar 2000 18:31:36 -0500 From: ben keyes <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: [uuc] 318ti's - info wanted My gf is wanting to get rid of her current car ('97 VR6 GTI) before she puts too many more miles on it and one of the cars that she has expressed interest in is a 318ti. She has had some service issues with the GTI and is skeptical about buying another used car (tho not much new really appeals to her, but that's another story), but I think I can convince her if I lay out the financial picture for her & she can get a relatively low mileage '98 or '99. part of my rationale for getting a used car is that she can offset the potential cost of out of warranty repairs by setting aside a certain amount of money each month to put into a maintenance fund. this money could then be raided as appropriate for upgrades to the car. monthly out of pocket costs would be similar to the low end of the new cars that she is interested in & the ti should be lots more fun... things I need to know : any problem areas with '98 or '99 318ti's ?? As the model is pretty mature in terms of time in the market I would assume that most of the bugs have been ironed out.... what are the advantages of the '99 over the '98 ?? I know the '99 was much lower production, had ///M steering wheel & a few other unique items, what else ?? once the car is out of warranty, what sort of on-going upkeep costs are going to be involved ?? what is an Inspection I or II going to run ?? how long should brake pads last with primarily highway/city driving ?? what sort of mileage do they return in mostly highway driving ?? any belts & such need regular changing (outside of what would be done on normal inspection schedules) ?? any issues that will come up quickly with somewhat high usage ?? She drives ~25,00 miles a year. Where is the 318ti digest ?? does it have archives ?? Good web sites for further information ?? (Other than Ron Sytgar's which may have everything you ever wanted - have not looked into it too deeply.) What should she expect to pay for a '98 or '99 with low (less than 20,000) miles ?? anyone know of a car for sale that fits these specs in the general midwest area ?? car must be : black, silver or blue (maybe dark green if not tan interior) black or gray interior (she dislikes tan generally) manual trans only sunroof - regular mandatory, California roof preferred anyone have a nice 6 cyl conversion around that they want to get rid of ?? I think Ben L sold the 332tii, but I recall someone else having a 328ti somewhere. not sure I can talk her into one, but it might be fun... Ben Keyes '99 M coupe '88 M5 ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 30 Mar 2000 17:36:35 -0600 (CST) From: Steve Sun <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: [uuc] AA Exhaust For Sale for E36 M3 I've decided to swap my AA exhaust for the Supersprint, so the system is for sale. Active Autowerke Exhaust for 95-99 M3 Used for less than a year Used for ~4000 miles Perfect condition Asking $450 Chicagoland Area Steve 99 M3 ------------------------------ Date: Fri, 31 Mar 2000 09:54:23 +1000 From: "Thomas, Andrew j" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: [uuc] Re: M3 4 sale, AOL [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > Came across this the other day & it looked odd... any insite into what it is? > 94 M3? not an E36 is it? > 286 hp? > 50G's? > Lightweights don't have sunroofs & a/c do they? Identified by those in the know as a Canadian '94 model. It may be worth CDN$50k, as they're like hen's teeth in that part of the world, but bear in mind they are quite cheap and plentiful in Europe. You could probably pick up a very smart '94 or '95 for CDN$40k in Germany. I presume importation wouldn't be a problem as the same car has already been sold there. I recall that 286bhp M3s came with aluminium door and bonnet/hood skins, a la M3 LTW, but were later replaced by regular steel when owners complained of the fragility of the aluminium. Plus the fact that a 30kg weight saving (or whatever it was) is of no benefit when you're sitting idling in traffic. And AOL user [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > ohrobitwasasmartassanswertoallthebitchingovertheetc This may actually be a very good way of posting F1 results: Infirstplacecomesthattallblokeyouknowthearrogantoneumwhatshisnameohyesthatsr ightmschumacherthenhakkinenthenhhfrentzenthenthebmwsbuttonfirstthistime... Just a thought. Andy T "This email is intended only for the use of the individual or entity named above and may contain information that is confidential and privileged. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this email is strictly prohibited. When addressed to our clients, any opinions or advice contained in this email are subject to the terms and conditions expressed in the governing KPMG client engagement letter. If you have received this email in error, please notify us immediately by return email or telephone +61 2 9335 7000 and destroy the original message. Thank you." ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 30 Mar 2000 16:14:53 -0800 From: "Jerry Chyo" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: [uuc] RE: Questions 1985 535I Mike K. wrote: > I recently came across a 1985 535i that has been setting for over 6 years > and has quite a few parts missing, description of car follows; <SNIP> > 1. Will the 5 speed fit my 1973 3.0cs which currently has a 4-speed. I'm pretty sure they it will. I have heard of transplanted E28 M5 drivetrain and suspensions on your chassis. Supposedly a bolt on. > 2. Will the rims from the 535 fit the 3.0cs Yes. > 3. Is their a market for parting out this car if I acquired it. I'm sure there's a market. It's up to you to decide if the hassle factor is higher or lower than the profit factor. You'll also need some spare space to store and dismantle. > 4. What is a reasonable offer for a similar car in a similar condition > worth. Sounds like its a bit of a basket case. Offer a lot lower than you think he'll accept (like $250). Maybe he'll take it. FWIW Jerry Chyo - I like Murf's dog too. '88 M5 '72 tii ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 30 Mar 2000 16:21:42 -0800 From: "Jerry Chyo" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: [uuc] RE: E28 M5...Opinions - Phaedrus Michael wrote: > Phaedrus, the shop I patronize in SF does this as a matter of > course for loyal customers who are CCA members.They even > encourage me to have new tires drop shipped to them from Tire > Rack because they knw that they can't come close to matching Tire > Rack prices, and they appreciate that I don't have a lot of > money. They do charge me their labor rate for mounting and > balancing--that's fair.. Hey Michael, Isn't Phaedrus the shop that was building a 2002 using an E30 M3 chassis (welding the road side of the M3 subframes to the chassis side of the '02's)? Does anyone know what ever happened to that car? I heard rumor that the owner of the car had almost $50k into this project. I wonder what the real figure is/was? Just curious (George). Jerry Chyo '88 M5 '72 tii ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 30 Mar 2000 16:27:20 -0800 From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: [uuc] WTB '93-'95 525iT With all the 525iT questions I've been posting, I guess it's no surprise I'm looking to buy one. If you know of any '93-'95s out there, or are considering selling yours, please contact me. Since I Iive in San Diego, I'd prefer finding one in the western US. Thanks in advance-- Kip Peterson BMW CCA ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 30 Mar 2000 17:12:57 -0800 From: "Ahmad S. Hamzawi" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Re: [uuc] 98 pre-production M3 has a 328ic > Date: Thu, 30 Mar 2000 17:09:52 -0500 > From: "Peter Sterne" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Subject: Re: [uuc] 98 pre-production M3 has a 328ic > > "Ahmad S. Hamzawi" wrote: > > > Hi all, > > > > Just to update you all on what happened: > > > > [ snip ] > > > Regards > > > > 99 M3 (it's real, I swear) :) > > Whaddya mean it's real, how many throttle bodies per cylinder does it have? 8^) > > Sorry, I couldn't resist. Duh, meaning that it's actually not stolen and not messed around with like the last one I almost bought. :) Problem I have now is that I'm deciding between a silver 99 M3, black 98 M3 Conv, and a green 97 ERT supercharged M3 (360 HP!) - all in the same general price range. Any one have suggestions? :) I have a convertible now so it'll be a leap of faith for me to jump back into a hardtop, but then again, performance is better...so it's a tradeoff I guess. Regards ------------------------------ Date: Fri, 31 Mar 2000 11:34:11 +1000 From: "Thomas, Andrew j" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: [uuc] Re: '93 318is info Thomas ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) writes: > I jsut bought a '93 318is (auto, unfortunately) Never mind :). OK, I'm just getting the 4-pot ragging out of the way. Lots of people, seemingly oblivious to historical facts, don't think they're "real" BMWs. I used to have one of these and I thought it was a lovely motor. Fine when it got going, although the autobox was sluggish. It seems to be programmed to change up just as the engine starts producing some meaningful thrust, regardless of where the throttle is. And the motor (dubbed M42 in BMW engine-speak) certainly needs stoking. Performance? With auto and aircon it's a heavy car, so don't expect lots of grunt. Unrestricted it will go over 130 mph but you need a chip for that. Gasket problems apart, the motor is strong and mild tweaking of the engine management system will allow it to produce good power well up in the rev range. However the auto, unless you stick in Sport/'3' and maintain a heavy right foot, will do its best to prevent you getting there, which is perhaps the worst point about the car. Finally you may notice a flat spot just before 4,500 rpm caused by the change in intake tract length. Some cars are badly afflicted by this, some less so, and apparently it's normal. Mechanical problems with the car tend to be those affecting E36s in general - - the rear shock absorber mounts are perhaps the most common culprits, the rubber splitting every two or three years depending on how hard you use the car. I've heard reports that the paint can be a bit soft, and US-spec headlight covers are prone to pitting and clouding over. There are lots of other bits and pieces you will need to know to anticipate problems; you could start here and fish around: http://www.eskimo.com/~dalus/bmw/bmw_e36.html. It's just occurred to me that I've never seen a E36 with any rust on it, despite some of the oldest ones now approaching 10 years of age. So I don't think you've got any problems to worry about there. Hope this helps. "This email is intended only for the use of the individual or entity named above and may contain information that is confidential and privileged. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this email is strictly prohibited. When addressed to our clients, any opinions or advice contained in this email are subject to the terms and conditions expressed in the governing KPMG client engagement letter. If you have received this email in error, please notify us immediately by return email or telephone +61 2 9335 7000 and destroy the original message. Thank you." ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 30 Mar 2000 20:49:12 -0500 From: "Duane Collie" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: [uuc] U can do It >From: "Chapman Lam" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> >Subject: [uuc] Upper Strut Brace > >I just wonder where is a good place to mail/web order say a Racing Dynamix/AC Schnizer Upper Strut Brace (the bar between the suspension fixing in the engine >compartment)? Will I be able to install that myself? For the baddest lookin' strut brace (and that's the REAL reason 95% of ya put 'em on) look at the UUC Motorwerks "Strut Barbarian" at http://www.uucmotorwerks.com/ When you go to install these strut braces, DO NOT ream out any holes if alignment is off and the bolts will not seat. simply jack up the front of the car and once the front suspension is unloaded the bolts will slip right in. Duane Collie The Sled ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 30 Mar 2000 21:02:22 -0500 From: Don Eilenberger <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Re: [uuc] 98 pre-production M3 has a 328ic Ahmad S. Hamzawi sez: >In any case, the BMW AG guy advised me not to purchase the M3 since it was >stolen from Germany and that he would be more than happy to prepare a >document vouching that the vehicle was stolen with incorrect VIN's. He also >said that BMW imports such as these typically go through dealers, not any >joe dealer. > >I called the MA person I gave the deposit on the car to and told him I >changed my mind...He sold it right away to some poor soul that bought it for >$1000 than I offered, that didn't seem to care about the VIN problem. I then >played dumb about knowing that it was stolen to get my deposit back. He >stalled for 1.5 weeks and just today I got my deposit back... :) > >So there's the story, hope you all learned something from this, I sure did! >Too bad, I could've had a sweet deal on a nice M3 convertible. I just bought >a 99 M3 hardtop instead. :) > >Regards Ahmad - I hope you kept some documentation of all of this, and pass it on to the District Attorney in the city this guy lives in.. If he didn't do the deed (modifying VIN's) - it's fairly certain that he knows who did - and this is the same sort of slime who will steal YOUR M3 or my M-Coupe. Be nice to see someone like this explain the VIN's to the police when you have BMW-AG backing up the story.. Don Eilenberger, Spring Lk Hts, NJ JMP#1 [EMAIL PROTECTED] NJ Shore BMW Riders web page: http://www.monmouth.com/~deilenberger "You're absolutely right, and I apologize" --Darryl Richman "Silly me... I apologize." --Tim Hall "Sorry..." --Magwa "Sorry, no exceptions" --Roozbeh Chubak ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 30 Mar 2000 21:02:53 -0500 From: "David Ellsworth" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: RE: [uuc] 328ci oil drain magnet? No magnet. You can get magnetic ones from Bavarian. I was going to, but that is where I put my temperature sender. David and his Alaska Blau Baby - -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] On Behalf Of David Burleson Sent: Thursday, March 30, 2000 2:09 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [uuc] 328ci oil drain magnet? This past weekend I changed the oil/filter in my 2000 328ci (at 3000mi... just couldn't let it go to 15K on a new engine!) and noticed that the oil drain plug had a large hole drilled into the end. On other european cars I have owned there is a magnet located here. Is this hole normal or am I missing the magnet? Thanks, David 00 328ci 85.5 944 ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 30 Mar 2000 21:11:13 -0500 From: "Rob Levinson - UUC Motorwerks" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: [uuc] UUCFest is on! Ya gotta register... UUCFest is confirmed for April 29th! It's going to be a great day, lots of fun, lots of food, lots of bench-racing. Details and registration at WWW.UUCMOTORWERKS.COM/UUCFEST You MUST register! - - Rob Levinson UUC Motorwerks * www.uucmotorwerks.com * 732-398-0001 ------------------------------ End of [uucdigest] V3 #543 ************************** _________________________________________ | Please visit these UUC-approved BMW parts vendors/service providers: | (listed alphabetically) | Bonneville Motorwerks . http://www.bonnevillemotorwerks.com | Circle Tire Co. 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