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05-16-2009, 11:58 PM
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| BMW E36 virgin, asking a few questions...
Im new to the whole BMW scene. Ive been a Honda man for all these years but ive decided to move up. I bought a 93 BMW 325i and have a couple of questions to ask.
1. How much to get a decent solid white paintjob and where? (no maaco pls. ive heard bad stories) The paintjob on it right now is a little messed but not noticeable since its white.
2. Where can i find good junkyard places for BMWs? I need a couple of parts to replace.
thank you to any replies.
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05-17-2009, 12:22 AM
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1. not sure
2. affordable junk yard on marine dr
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05-17-2009, 02:08 PM
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vancouvereuros.com
euroforums.ca
both mostly BMW sites and local.
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05-17-2009, 02:10 PM
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How much did u pay for it, interested in getting a 3 myself, but looking at mid-late 80s one, probably crap for reliability though but I like the style.
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05-18-2009, 01:20 AM
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color code for BMW Alpine white is "300".
complete respray in and out would be somewhere between $2500~infinity depending on which shop.
Affordable auto parts as mentioned before for used parts. Talk to Edward or Allan.
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05-18-2009, 04:27 AM
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05-18-2009, 06:09 AM
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Originally Posted by ilvtofu How much did u pay for it, interested in getting a 3 myself, but looking at mid-late 80s one, probably crap for reliability though but I like the style. |
the mid to late 80s have been rock solid for powertrain stuff. its just electricals that i would watch out for.
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05-18-2009, 06:34 AM
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Originally Posted by ilvtofu How much did u pay for it, interested in getting a 3 myself, but looking at mid-late 80s one, probably crap for reliability though but I like the style. | i paid $4000 on it. here's the craigslist ad: http://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/cto/1168301126.html
the car is awesome to drive. only concern i have right now is when i turn my wheels, either when im moving or on a stop, i hear a screeching, groaning, noise. I tried to do a search and it could possibly be the power steering fluid needs to be changed or a worst case scenario, the power steering is shot. im hoping it just needs a good flush and fill.
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05-18-2009, 06:37 AM
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oh if u guys do see the pictures, could u try looking closely on the headlights and tell me how do i fix that blur? when i try rubbing it with my nail it seems to come off but its very hard. it looks like a film of dirt or scuff but im not sure what it is.
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05-18-2009, 08:17 AM
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they are common to have power steering issues in the e36. Check if the fluid's full because they leak from bad design
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05-18-2009, 09:11 AM
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subframe bushing failure might cause catastrophic rear suspension failure.
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05-18-2009, 09:31 AM
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ok im preparing for the worst case scenario here which is replacing my power steering pump. anyone know how much it would cost to get this done labour + parts?
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05-18-2009, 09:57 AM
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Has it been diagnosed as being the problem? E36/E46/E53 typically all have p/s leaks, amongst other things. Predominantly it's the p/s pressure hose and also the supply hose from the reservoir.
There were a few different P/s pumps, makes sure to specify it with a VIN. Some E36 ps pumps are cheap, other's are roughly $400 from a dealer.
As for the lenses on your headlight, the lense and body(back) comes seperately so they are replaceable. expect upwards of $250+ for a pair of lenses. You can try to do this : take it apart, rinse the inside of it with CLR. Then wetsand and polish the exterior of the lense gently. |
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05-18-2009, 10:09 AM
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Here is a list of things to know about E36 BM double Us http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum....php?t=1159086
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05-18-2009, 10:27 AM
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^ that is a nice list ![LOL](images/smilies/lol3.gif) , and also very true |
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05-18-2009, 03:43 PM
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u will get more info at ve ( www.vancouvereuros.com)
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05-18-2009, 04:48 PM
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Originally Posted by asian_XL | +1
I can vouch for the paint brush technique. I've used it on my friends BMW.
Here's how it turned out: |
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