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That's a much better price but as you are getting selling the car, it becomes dead money spent on something you're not going to get the benefit from. Maybe better selling it at a lower price stating that the work will need to be done sometime? -
I'd be tempted to remove the system and check the wiring and connections behind.
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Does the power to cut completely? e.g. does the illumination on the system go out completely or is it still powered up but with no sound coming through it?
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Hi Oliver...welcome to the Forum The 8 series is a great car, would love one myself. However, it does seem a high price for one with huge miles and needs lots of work doing on it, but then it is now a classic car and appreciating in value every year. Let us know what you decide in the end and would love to see a photo of it. Cheers Trevor
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I agree with Greydog...it does seem like the specialist is charging near similar rates to that of a dealer. I would think any reputable independent garage (all makes) should be able to tackle this sort of 'bread & butter work' for a lot less.
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Info from the DVLA website shows it as a 1986 built car. Date of first registration 20 January 1987 None of the sites I normally use to value a car recognise your registration...too old probably, comes into being a classic car now. I couldn't find anyone in your area specifically but these guys state that they travel. http://classictracker.co.uk/
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Hi Max...welcome to the Forum I think for a car like that it's worth getting an independent valuer to quote. A few going on eBay for big money. Got any photos of it to post up? Cheers Trevor
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Here's a link to some parts, depending on which engine you have. http://www.bimmerownersclub.com/parts-results/3-Series/Chain--Sprocket-Kits/180356 It would be worth checking the timing before replacing any parts just to see if it has moved.
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Nice work !!!! Looks the business
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Hi Andy....welcome to the Forum I think the AA man may be correct...timing chains do tend to jump....not enough to contact valves but enough to put it out of phase. If this is the case, it's not too horrendous to get sorted with modified components so it doesn't happen again. Let us know how you get on with it Cheers Trevor
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I've just featured this post and pinned it as well in the hope that other Forum members in your area might respond to you.
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Hi MIke....welcome to the Forum Great looking Beemer...lots of nice features ! As yet, we haven't got much in the way of regional meetings but if you'd like to arrange something in your area I can offer you as much assistance as possible...just let me know. Cheers Trevor
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Hi Rob...welcome to the Forum I imagine there are quite a few changes in your current Beemer since the last one or do you find it has the same typical BMW feel to it? Good to have you onboard Cheers Trevor
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Hi Richard, What is the classic car you are going to install it into?
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'Zebedee' (i think that's how its spelled) as it's a Z3 Roadster and 'Z3' sounds like 'zebedee' (if you say it fast enough, and you're drunk)
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I just sent you a message relating to this post. Cheers, Trevor
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Ouch! big money for what I would class as regular maintenance parts and given the amount of after-market parts available at a reasonable cost.
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Hi Jerry I would definitely start with checking the battery with a heavy duty discharge tester and if it's no good then replace it Let us know how you get on with it.
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Hi Henry...welcome to the Forum Glad to have you onboard and look forward to reading your posts in the future. Cheers Trevor
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Hi Mike Thanks for the heads up...bit worrying especially as Winter is coming up and owners may want to replace tyres if they are getting low on tread Cheers Trevor
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Hi Jerry...welcome to the Forum How are you enjoying the X5? Look forward to reading your posts on here Cheers Trevor
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It's increasing all the time, could do with some new moderators though (if you're interested) to try to encourage more dialogue as a lot of members don't really chat much on here
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