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#102 of 160 ASC+T light on constantly by meg44 Apr 25, 2005 (4:11 am)
I own a 97 318 TI. I purchased in used in 2001 with out an owner's manual. This morning my ASC+T dash board light came on seconds after I started my car and stayed lit during my entire commute to work (about 30 miles). This has never happened before. Is this something I need to have looked at immediately ?
#103 of 160 Purchasing a 318ti by blank312 May 08, 2005 (7:42 am)
This will be my first BMW and i wanted to get some outside input on the car. I found a good deal(or i think it is) on a 96 hatchback. Its white with sports package, a 4 cylinder manual transmission with 198,000 miles. Although that is a lot it of miles the exterior is perfect. I know that Maintenance on BMWs are a lot because its german made and I'm not sure if my mechanic can fix it. The seller is only asking $4,500 but i am going to offer him 4,000. Would this be a good investment or would i end up pumping money into it from the start. I don't have the money to be spending a lot on upkeep. How long do BMWs last before something major goes because 198,000 is a lot of miles on a car. Would this car be worth the investment, or would i just end up getting soaked with money? Any feedback would be greatly appreciated!
#104 of 160 blank312 by div2 May 13, 2005 (8:09 am)
On any car with that many miles it is crucial that you have a qualified BMW tech inspect it. A well cared for ti will not be that expensive to run. I have owned a 1995 ti since new and my maintenance/repair costs(including three sets of Z-rated rubber) have averaged less than $35/month.
#105 of 160 1995 318Ti compact rear suspension by peggsta May 24, 2005 (2:29 pm)
Hi all, I'm kinda new around here and need some help please. I need to get the right parts before I strip things down to replace. Does anyone know the part numbers or bush name for the rear suspension bushes for 318Ti compact (year -1995).  I'm only after 1 pair for the (i think it's called) - control arm.  You can see where the bush fits that I need when you look behind and towards the front of the rear wheel from the side. It is metal sleeved (pressed in) and is slightly smaller than the size of a can of coke. It also sits verticaly in the control arm where it connects to the car chassis. Hope this is enough info. If I can get the right bushes then strip things down I know where i can get the old ones pressed out and replaced. Any help very much appreciated. Replies to this message: potemkin (May 31, 2005 4:29 pm)
#106 of 160 Re: 318TI [billy318ti] by oscarm23 May 31, 2005 (4:07 pm)
Replying to: billy318ti (Feb 10, 2003 6:15 pm) I want to but a 318 ti 1997 manual with 92k, the car is in really good condition but I'm worried about the 92k, can somebody tell me is that too much mileage for this car.The price is $7000 Thanks.
#107 of 160 BMW 318 TI 97 by oscarm23 May 31, 2005 (4:15 pm)
I want to buy a 318 ti 1997 manual with 92k, the car is in really good condition but I'm worried about the 92k, can somebody tell me is that too much mileage for this car.The price is $7000. Thanks. Replies to this message: bjulson (Jun 07, 2005 4:05 pm) oscarm23 (Jun 09, 2005 2:57 pm)
#108 of 160 Re: 1995 318Ti compact rear suspension [peggsta] by potemkin May 31, 2005 (4:29 pm)
Replying to: peggsta (May 24, 2005 2:29 pm) Don't know the numbers, but I know where to get them...   Get the last seven characters of your VIN and go here: http://www.realoem.com/bmw   Hope this helps.
#109 of 160 Re: BMW 318 TI 97 [oscarm23] by bjulson Jun 07, 2005 (4:05 pm)
Replying to: oscarm23 (May 31, 2005 4:15 pm) I own a '96 Ti with 95,000 miles on it and it runs pretty much like it did when I bought it with 40,000 miles. The M44 engine may be a bit underpowered at 138 hp, but it's one of BMW's workhorses, (same basic engine they use in the Mini) and if you get one with a 5 spd, it's actually a great little driver because the car is balanced so well (50/50 weight distribution). Just be sure the service has been done regularly, and get a carfax on it. Have the plugs pulled and inspected for any abnormal wear. The price sounds fair. Replies to this message: oscarm23 (Jun 09, 2005 2:57 pm)
#110 of 160 Re: BMW 318 TI 97 [bjulson] by oscarm23 Jun 09, 2005 (2:57 pm)
Replying to: bjulson (Jun 07, 2005 4:05 pm) Thanks, for your answer. I finally bought the car and I took it to a mechanic, he said that the car look like new. All the services has been done regularly. Thanks.

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