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#4338 of 4450 Re: Maintence Questions on a 2000, Manual 328i [paganoso] by kyfdx HOST Aug 08, 2009 (5:32 am)
Replying to: paganoso (Aug 08, 2009 12:40 am) As far as preventive maintenance (like water pumps), I'll defer to others... but, the next scheduled maintenance for your car is an oil service, not Inspection I or Inspection II.
#4339 of 4450 Choices, choices by runningdoc Aug 09, 2009 (9:36 am)
I'm looking at a 2009 328i manual transmission, vs. a 335i manual, vs. a 335d (obviously automatic). I wondered if anyone who had these vehicles could give me some feedback on pros and cons, mileage, and experiences. I'm especially interested in hearing thoughts related to the 335d; Any feedback would be appreciated! Replies to this message: pdude1 (Aug 09, 2009 10:29 am) runningdoc (Aug 11, 2009 6:49 pm) pdude1 (Aug 12, 2009 9:58 am)
#4340 of 4450 Re: Choices, choices [runningdoc] by pdude1 Aug 09, 2009 (10:29 am)
Replying to: runningdoc (Aug 09, 2009 9:36 am) I like the 335i manual which I've had good experiences so far. The one thing I would recommend getting is the sensors for the front and back. It's hard to gauge when backing up and the front end is low so you have to watch out for those low curbs. Replies to this message: runningdoc (Aug 11, 2009 6:49 pm) pdude1 (Aug 12, 2009 9:58 am)
#4341 of 4450 Warning lights by bmwxi Aug 09, 2009 (10:02 pm)
My 2003 325 XI with 34,000 miles has the service engine, abs, stability, and eml lights on. Two different garages have not been able to find the cause. Any ideas?
#4342 of 4450 Dreaded paint bubbles by handel Aug 11, 2009 (8:40 am)
Upon inspecting my 2006 330xi, 55,000 mi., I noticed bubbling/blistering of the paint over the front left wheel well. I think this means a complete sanding and repainting of at least that area(and probably more) will be necessary, and the problem will probably recur over time. My car is driven in a snowy environment where road salt is used, but I've never seen the problem in such a young vehicle.    Somebody tell me that BMW will apologize and pay to repaint the damage. Replies to this message: backy (Aug 11, 2009 7:09 pm) handel (Aug 14, 2009 7:52 am)
#4343 of 4450 Re: 2006 330xi 75k+ mile maintenance? [bmwguys] by Firebird_EOU Aug 11, 2009 (6:25 pm)
Replying to: bmwguys (Jun 16, 2009 5:27 am) Did you do transmission fluid change? My 06 330xi auto is 72k miles now.
#4344 of 4450 Re: Choices, choices [pdude1] by runningdoc Aug 11, 2009 (6:49 pm)
Replying to: pdude1 (Aug 09, 2009 10:29 am) Thanks much, pdude1! Any concern about the turbo technology in the engine. In the past (many moons ago), I learned that turbocharged engines were synonymous with failures at higher mileages and $$$ repairs. I wondered your thoughts of same?   Also, sports package or no?   K Replies to this message: pdude1 (Aug 12, 2009 9:58 am)
#4345 of 4450 Re: Dreaded paint bubbles [handel] by backy Aug 11, 2009 (7:09 pm)
Replying to: handel (Aug 11, 2009 8:40 am) For 2006 and newer models, BMW has a 12-year limited warranty rust perforation warranty without mileage limitation. "This warranty is for defects in materials or workmanship that results in rust perforation of the vehicle body. This coverage period begins at the start of the New Vehicle/SAV Limited Warranty."   So you should have the damage inspected by a dealer, it might be covered under the warranty. Replies to this message: handel (Aug 14, 2009 7:52 am)
#4346 of 4450 Re: Choices, choices [runningdoc] by pdude1 Aug 12, 2009 (9:58 am)
Replying to: runningdoc (Aug 11, 2009 6:49 pm) Yeah I heard that too and was a little concerned about the turbos. However, I did heard from a dealer that usually by 70K you will have to do some repair on the turbos (though that's a long time away!). So far 18K miles and I have no problems that I'm truly concerned about. In the last 1K I started to hear some noise after driving in hot weather. But it's only when starting in 1st...so it's hard to track down as it doesn't always happen.   Yep, got the sports and premium package! Oh yeah remember people say to change the tires every 10-15K. However, mine still look okay at 18K. Thread is good, but I know passengers have mentioned a rough ride lately so maybe I do need to change the RFT.
#4347 of 4450 Re: Dreaded paint bubbles [backy] by handel Aug 14, 2009 (7:52 am)
Replying to: backy (Aug 11, 2009 7:09 pm) Thanks, Backy. There's no perforation yet, just ugliness, but Ill give it a try!

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