Jump to content
View in the app

A better way to browse. Learn more.

Bimmer Owners Club - BMW Forum for BMW Owners

A full-screen app on your home screen with push notifications, badges and more.

To install this app on iOS and iPadOS
  1. Tap the Share icon in Safari
  2. Scroll the menu and tap Add to Home Screen.
  3. Tap Add in the top-right corner.
To install this app on Android
  1. Tap the 3-dot menu (⋮) in the top-right corner of the browser.
  2. Tap Add to Home screen or Install app.
  3. Confirm by tapping Install.

Featured Replies

Hi, car has failed mot today on nearside and outside rear outer suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded.

Have been quoted 10-15 hours labour 😣 Does this sound right? 

Have owned the car since 2004/2005 - is it worth saving? 
 

Thanks 

Morning Michelle

Welcome to the Forum 

It would depend on whether the rust is in the sub frame or the body if it is in the cars body shell it will take a lot of work and once the rot is there it is difficult to stop. If it is the subframe that can be replaced

15 hours labour at (a guess here) say ÂŁ80 ph is ÂŁ1200 + parts + Vat so I suppose you have to measure that against cost of a replacement and how much you love the car

Hope this helps

Dave

  • Author

Thanks for your reply Dave, I’ll give the garage a call as they haven’t stated if it’s in the subframe or body. 
That should help me make up my mind. The car has sentimental value as it belonged to my late parents, but can’t let heart rule head 😔

Latest Deals

BMW Official Store for genuine BMW parts & accessories

Disclaimer: As the club is an eBay Partner, The club may be compensated if you make a purchase via eBay links

Join the conversation

You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.

Guest
Reply to this topic...
Background Picker
Customize Layout

Configure browser push notifications

Chrome (Android)
  1. Tap the lock icon next to the address bar.
  2. Tap Permissions → Notifications.
  3. Adjust your preference.
Chrome (Desktop)
  1. Click the padlock icon in the address bar.
  2. Select Site settings.
  3. Find Notifications and adjust your preference.