BMW and M Power Owners

leoncuprar · 16 Jul 2019 at 20:13

Thanks Fox, place round the corner can do 2 x Goodyear Eagle F1 Assymetric 5 on Saturday for £390 fitted .. seem to get good reviews so I'll give them a go..

tamzzy · 16 Jul 2019 at 20:35

leoncuprar said:
Thanks Fox, place round the corner can do 2 x Goodyear Eagle F1 Assymetric 5 on Saturday for £390 fitted .. seem to get good reviews so I'll give them a go..

Are the f1as5 run flats?
Iv been told never to mix non rfts with rfts

leoncuprar · 16 Jul 2019 at 22:02

tamzzy said:
Are the f1as5 run flats?
Iv been told never to mix non rfts with rfts

Good point , I hadn't checked that.. It seems they are not run flats , so thanks for pointing that out.

Same place can do Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 for £238 a tyre so a bit more expensive.

gord · 17 Jul 2019 at 10:32

Can anyone tell me with the F22's iDrive is there any way for the media system to load my apps without having to actually use the app on the phone. For example, ideally, I'd like to plug my phone into the car, press media, go to Spotify and start listening. At the moment I have to plug it in, unlock the phone and start the app. It's not a huge inconvenience, but just wondered if this is standard behaviour?

Havana_UK · 17 Jul 2019 at 10:34

gord said:
Can anyone tell me with the F22's iDrive is there any way for the media system to load my apps without having to actually use the app on the phone. For example, ideally, I'd like to plug my phone into the car, press media, go to Spotify and start listening. At the moment I have to plug it in, unlock the phone and start the app. It's not a huge inconvenience, but just wondered if this is standard behaviour?

I'm not totally sure...I haven't really tested, but it seems to be that the apps will load automatically if the phone is unlocked at the point you plug it in.

ShivP · 17 Jul 2019 at 15:11

gord said:
Can anyone tell me with the F22's iDrive is there any way for the media system to load my apps without having to actually use the app on the phone. For example, ideally, I'd like to plug my phone into the car, press media, go to Spotify and start listening. At the moment I have to plug it in, unlock the phone and start the app. It's not a huge inconvenience, but just wondered if this is standard behaviour?

Do you have android phone?

gord · 17 Jul 2019 at 15:15

Shivy011 said:
Do you have android phone?

iPhone

roadie · 18 Jul 2019 at 20:58

[TW]Fox said:
Yes.

2010-2012 F10 523i and 528i and 2012-2013 F10 530i.

They are exceptionally rare - particularly the 530i (Only two for sale atm):

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201905067677887?onesearchad=Used&onesearchad=Nearly New&onesearchad=New&sort=price-asc&fuel-type=Petrol&keywords=530i&make=BMW&model=5 SERIES&transmission=Automatic&advertising-location=at_cars&year-from=2010&postcode=s11aa&radius=1500&page=1

The 523i is somewhat unloved and can be very cheap:

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201904076714533?year-from=2010&model=5 SERIES&sort=price-asc&radius=1500&onesearchad=Used&onesearchad=Nearly New&onesearchad=New&advertising-location=at_cars&transmission=Automatic&make=BMW&fuel-type=Petrol&postcode=s11aa&minimum-badge-engine-size=3.0&page=1

Thanks for this. Shame the combination isn't available in something smaller!

Chris1712 · 21 Jul 2019 at 12:17

Hi all, on my way back from Supercar Fest yesterday I had a Brake warning pop up.

‘Brake pads worn, have them replaced by the nearest BMW service.

However if I do into the Vehicle Information bit on iDrive they seem to have plenty of life (Fronts were replaced 6 months ago) and indeed looking in person they look OK?

Am I right? It’s weird the error doesn’t mention front/rear when there’s clearly sensors for both.

It’s a little tricky as I have 2 long drives coming up this week and I know I have no chance of getting it booked in anywhere in time, but they look fine to me?

Robbo · 21 Jul 2019 at 13:25

I'm currently in need of a second car and having driven one previously, I do like the E46 Coupe. I was looking at the 330ci's as people say they're a superb all round car.

Ideally I'd go for an M3 but it just seems to be a minefield and I don't want to be fluffing loads of money looking after one, or paying the kind of money it would take to get a mint version of what is already a fairly old car.

There's also the 330cd, which I guess is probably not worth it over the petrol, or is it actually good?

Anyone had one, any thoughts appreciated.

Dis86 · 21 Jul 2019 at 13:46

@Chris1712 could be a host of things. Dodgy brake wear sensor most likely candidate however pads could also be wearing unevenly between inners and outers.

rare · 21 Jul 2019 at 14:01

Robbo said:
I'm currently in need of a second car and having driven one previously, I do like the E46 Coupe. I was looking at the 330ci's as people say they're a superb all round car.

Ideally I'd go for an M3 but it just seems to be a minefield and I don't want to be fluffing loads of money looking after one, or paying the kind of money it would take to get a mint version of what is already a fairly old car.

There's also the 330cd, which I guess is probably not worth it over the petrol, or is it actually good?

Anyone had one, any thoughts appreciated.

You need to spend a lot more to find a nice E46 M3 and maintaining one is much more expensive.

The 330ci is still an excellent car, I’ve had three. There is still a lot of choice so make sure you find a nice one. Quite a lot of them have rust now.

Overall they are generally reliable but they are obviously starting to get on a bit now. Coolant systems degrade over time, water pump propellers brake apart, plastic body on the thermostats give way and radiators bow. Ideally you want all of these changes.

They are generally heavy on suspension, and wear bushes and ball joints. Front arms and bushes can go, and will have an impact on braking and steering.

Drivers seat bolsters can wear, although my car with 116k is very good in this regards but I bought it based on condition and not mileage, which is what I would recommend.

Although the auto is a little old school now I still maintain they suit the 330 which always felt like a smaller GT car to me and 100% not a sports car.

Facelift cars got LED tail lights different headlamps, wheel design and a few other bits. Though I always preferred the mk1 sport.

Dr House · 21 Jul 2019 at 21:19

GF put a small crack in the front bumper of my F10.

Ant idea how much it’s going to cost to replace?

Dis86 · 21 Jul 2019 at 21:28

Well youre not married so not that much. You can order one from Russia for a couple of k. About the same for a Thai model. They tend to come very well painted.

tamzzy · 21 Jul 2019 at 21:33

Dis86 said:
Well youre not married so not that much. You can order one from Russia for a couple of k. About the same for a Thai model. They tend to come very well painted.

Dr House · 21 Jul 2019 at 22:27

PikeyPriest · 23 Jul 2019 at 11:22

kirkster said:
Is the AC system actually blowing cold, air conditioned air? Mine (F11 Dec 2014 build) failed and the fans were just blowing none-cooled air about. There was a well known AC compressor weld issue. Car had to go into BMW for them to change it.

Thanks for the input. Was the condenser leaking and I’m now enjoying cold air! All covered under warranty, so very pleased!

roadie · 24 Jul 2019 at 10:38

I am giving some thought to changing my RS Megane to a 3.0 Z4 coupe or a 125i coupe, as I'd like to experience the NA 3 litre engine before cars using it get too old. I reckon running costs might be similar?

Can anyone provide tips on what to look for in terms of pervious maintenance and specific things that should have been done? Any direct experience would also be fantastic. Thank you

PMKeates · 24 Jul 2019 at 19:26

After 3.5 years with the E60 M5 of former PeterNem fame, my M ownership is coming to an end as I advertise it for sale to make way for something a bit classier next month.

Mixed emotions - excited for the new, but the sound of the V10 really is one of the all-time greats. The new M5 didn't tick the box for me. It will be missed!

Uncle_Gravy · 24 Jul 2019 at 21:19

roadie said:
I am giving some thought to changing my RS Megane to a 3.0 Z4 coupe or a 125i coupe, as I'd like to experience the NA 3 litre engine before cars using it get too old. I reckon running costs might be similar?

Can anyone provide tips on what to look for in terms of pervious maintenance and specific things that should have been done? Any direct experience would also be fantastic. Thank you

Z4 coupe is a beautiful car, but the interior is going to be a rattly mess if not already but soon unless someone has gone through it with a fine tooth comb to stop plastic on plastic rubbing.
The 125i (Assuming E82) is the same 3L engine found in the 130i hatchback, just simply detuned, and a remap will bring power up to 260-270bhp.

That's my main contribution to the subject.

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