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20k is a big investment particularly when you consider that an older car will require more maintenance. Suspension bushes deteriorate just with age as do all rubber components all worth considering. Unless it is your dream car and your going to keep it years. I did read some years back where someone rang the dealer and asked what the trade in value would be for a car with similar spec to the one in their showroom (they didn't know he had seen the car) almost 5k less was the indication of price, makes you think Dave

Morning Andy Welcome to the Forum The M cars will always have a harsher ride but apart from that it's the Grunt that is addictive. I have owned performance/tuned cars since the 1960's, current 2 x X5. My daily drive an E70 Diesel with 280+ hp and my E53 4.6is with Dinan upgrades 400+ hp. My wife's car is a Subaru Outback with a Perrin engine 400+ hp. This year see's my big 80 so I guess we are proof that getting older doesn't mean you have to grow up 🤣 I hope you find what your looking for Dave

Morning Simon Welcome to the Forum My local Dealer has a 2019 530e at £21000 with 66k on the clock so even though it is low miles it seems a bit of a premium price for a 9 year old car Have you checked Parkers website to get a feel for prices Good Luck with the hunt Dave Some of the Aldi's are nice cars I hear 🤣

Replacement or Repair the Transfer Case fluid is worth checking first. (if topping up make sure it is right for your case) Also check the Actuator on the side of the transfer case (looks like a windscreen wiper motor) the nylon gears are a common fail and easy change. Like just about all 4 wheel drives incorrect tyres can cause Transfer case damage by transmission wind up really quickly. I have seen an X3 with transfer case issues a week after after the front tyres were changed due to odd wear. The rolling radius front to rear was just to much Dave

Friends in the right place always helps 😁 He was our was our neighbour for quite a while. Getting information sometimes is like the proverbial Blood from a Stone 😂 BMW tend to guard their secrets jealously With my X5 Inpa/Ista showed the failed sensors straight away so not an issue (other than getting the tyres removed to fit them that is !!) Hope Bimmerlink helps you sort it Dave

Hi George Welcome to the Forum I also had an original Mini started life as a 1098 Cooper but the old A series engines used to wear quickly so got my hands on a 1275 block a Gordon Allan offset ground crank balanced and Nitrided. The Block was offset bored and pistons from a triumph 1500 with the skirts turned down fitted with 1275 conrods balanced and lightened. The head was polished and ported and fitted with first 1 1/2" SU's then a 30 DCOE Webber Brakes were Disc's Front Rear drums and it still didn't stop 🤣 The rear disc's on my X5 are bigger than the wheel rims on the Mini 🤣 When you think a current mini is more than twice the size of the original, Progress Dave

Hi Dave Very Tasty Enjoy Oh and Welcome to the Forum Dave

Morning George I use www.realoem.com it is a BMW online parts list Dealer level, put the last 7 digits of your Vin number into the search box it will bring up your model. Then search the engine electrical system section and get the correct part number. Then use google to find the best price don't dismiss your Dealer they often come up competitive. A tip I have learnt the hard way if your changing Glow plugs on 1 series and X5's prepare first soak them in penetration fluid for a few days change all 4 and the controller (I have had to redo it on two separate occasions to change the control unit !!! Thats your weekend taken care of 🤣 Good Luck Dave

👍👍 Fingers crossed, after thought has the transfer box been checked? Dave

Hi Scott Welcome to the Forum Over the years there have been quite a few posts on several Forums documenting these incidents personally I don't see how BMW can wash their hands of this. On my 3rd X5 and none of mine have had Sun Roofs by choice due to the issues with their operation in the E53 Good luck in getting a sensible conclusion (ie They replace under warranty) perhaps a case for Rogue Traders ? Dave These incidents

Hi John A friend in BMW has told me that early 2014 (Spring) the TPS sensors changed and cause issues with pre Spring control modules ?? So what month of manufacture for your car may give some clues Dave As an aside I was having TPS problems last year (2 failed) I brought a new set of wheel sensors from Amazon at less than half BMW cost and they work fine

Morning Skevos Check www.realoem.com put the last 7 digits of your Vin into the Search box it will bring up your model then look in the engine sections for the sensors. It will give a small exploded drawing showing where things fit and how, plus you will get the correct part numbers for getting replacements. Also worth looking at www.pelicanparts.com they have some great "How Too's" with pictures Good Luck Dave

Morning Mike The sale of goods act if I recall says if a fault was known at the time of sale your on really strong ground here. "Cosmetic damage" would say to me kerbing ? Keep the pressure on them and good luck Dave

One post is enough Thomas 3rd reply ?

Hi Thomas I replied to your Direct mail Both codes indicate a severely clogged/blocked DPF you need to get it professionally cleaned or replaced. Dave

Morning John Old Dealer trick disconnect the battery (Neg First) and leave it for at least 15mins that should clear any Fault codes that may be in the memory. Then carry out a reset of the tyre monitoring system. If the fault returns there is something not right with the system, is the RDC the correct one for the car? If it is then I can only think you need it registered to the chassis Dave

Morning Rod It helps if the box is cold as warm/hot fluid expands and you will need a catch tray for any dribbles (guess how I learned that) I let a little fluid out at the drain plug about half a litre tighten up then Dr Tranny in and top up. Then run the engine and go through the normal gearbox checks to get everything circulating. Good Luck Dave This the only additive (snake oil remedy) I have used that actually seems to work

Morning Mike Welcome to the Forum Nice car matey First when driving have you felt any vibration through the steering or car ? Any vibration under braking ? As far as your wheels go I have heard of and seen buckled wheels in several types but never without some evidence of severe kerbing or pothole damage I would check that the wheels are mounted correctly any crud on the face of the hub will cause the impression of buckling. I have also seen badly fitted tyres giving the impression of buckled wheels always accompanied by vibration. Dealers are just a Garage a posh expensive one but still a garage Wheels can be trued I would be inclined to talk to an Alloy wheels specialist if it really is buckling. Also talk to the original seller as they shouldn't have sold a car with that type of fault Good Luck Dave

Correct Adam, some folks touch the 2 disconnected leads together they say to discharge any static. Personally I have never done that so can't comment on if it works. After reconnecting and starting drive slowly forward going lock to lock to reset the steering angle sensor. Good Luck Dave

Hi John Welcome to the Forum When you installed the new RDC did you code it to the Chassis. Next have you cleared down all the Fault Codes as you are aware normally all tyres should be inflated then after driving the system recalibrates it's self It could be that one or more of the wheel sensors are not working correctly Dave

I don't think so the radio has its inbuilt memory otherwise dealers would be in a real mess I understand they are new discs and pads but are the sensors connected correctly? Try the battery disconnect first if the DTC fault comes back you will know Dave

Morning Adam First make sure the pad sensors are connected correctly, looks like you have a rear Fog lamp out as well. To reset try disconnecting the battery (Neg first) and leave it for 15mins then reconnect that should reset everything if it doesn't then those faults need further investigation. Dave

Morning Abraar Welcome to the Forum First do you have a second key to try? If that makes no difference then you clearly have faulty components a Scan with a BMW capable Diagnostic would give more accurate information. Simple things first swap the rear door window switch with the other side (it will plug in but wont fit in the door don't force it) if the window works you know it's the switch if not it seems you need to get a new lift mechanism. Your description would indicate a new Actuator needs fitting, last the Drivers door actuator needs testing as does the switch module. As said the help of a BMW specialist at least with the proper Diagnostic's would save a lot of time if you can't do it yourself Dave

Hi David As far as I am aware a good Car Detailer would prepare the paint properly before adding a ceramic coating. I do my own working panel by panel on cars I buy, good wash then cutting compound then clay bar to clean any residue always polishing by hand with soft clean micro fibre cloths, last for me is polish. It normally takes me a few days to get it done but it does get rid of the swirls Unfortunately I think you need advice from a good detailer Dave

Morning Graham Welcome to the Forum If you are not aware take a look at www.realoem.com put the last 7 digits of your Vin into the search box and it will bring up your Model. Then search the sections for what you need, once you have your part number Google it for suppliers. Don't dismiss your BMW Dealer as many offer discounts on older models at really good prices Good Luck Dave