As I am removing my engine and gearbox, removed gearbox today I might as well see what else needs replacing so far I need a coolant hose, serpentine belt, service parts a bonnet release cable o/s and dipstick oil seal, inlet manifold gaskets you hopefully get the point where do you all source parts?

Morning Guy

Remember BMW like most Manufacturers have thousands of parts suppliers around a 38% in Germany another 30% in Europe around 15% in the USA and 17% shock horror in China I ordered suspension bushes from Febi a couple of years ago (best price) and they came in BMW labelled boxes 🤣

So if you are not aware use www.realoem.com put the last 7 digits of your Vin into the search box it will bring up your model. Then search the sections for what you need once you have the part numbers search the internet for best price and supply. The gearbox is the only part where you may need outside help as it is a ZF manufactured item which BMW fit as a complete assembly service parts are available though.

Good luck hope this helps and things go smoothly

Dave