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03-20-2009, 02:14 AM
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Originally Posted by kwarmy' post='809540' date='Mar 6 2009, 09:03 PM
Hi you guys it's great to have something in common with you lot , like the weather, pot holes, small parking spaces @ local supermarket also e60's just bought mine 7 weeks ago this my third 5 series and lovig the dive will post pics soon. when weather gets any better should hook up 4 a e60 day out
The Europe run is happening in July still guys, any takers ??
A bunch of old friends from the E46 scene are doing a drive to Germany to a big car show followed by a trip to the Nordschleife, then driving down through Switzerland IIRC taking in some amazing scenery on the way (some of those famouse mountain passes with tunnels etc).
You can read the full schedule here.........
http://adampetherick.co.uk/e46Zone/EuroTou...%20Overview.pdf
03-20-2009, 03:28 AM
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My Ride: Jan 2006 E63 650i Sport
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Sport version (includes: sport-seats, sport-suspension, M-Sport steering wheel, Anthracite headliner, Shaddow Line), Saphire Black, Black Dakota Leather, Anthracite Maple Wood trim, Steptronic Auto, Xenons, NAV-Professional with Voice Control, TV, CD-Changer, Bluetooth, Logic7, Head-up Display, Comfort Access, Seat Heating front, Auto Dimming & Folding Mirrors, Extended Auto Air Conditioning, PDC.
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20" Alpina Softline (Classic) with Dunlop Sport Maxx non-RFT (255/35/20 & 285/30/20)
Originally Posted by Phantom Mark' post='821932' date='Mar 20 2009, 11:14 AM
The Europe run is happening in July still guys, any takers ??
A bunch of old friends from the E46 scene are doing a drive to Germany to a big car show followed by a trip to the Nordschleife, then driving down through Switzerland IIRC taking in some amazing scenery on the way (some of those famouse mountain passes with tunnels etc).
You can read the full schedule here.........
http://adampetherick.co.uk/e46Zone/EuroTou...%20Overview.pdf
A bunch of old friends from the E46 scene are doing a drive to Germany to a big car show followed by a trip to the Nordschleife, then driving down through Switzerland IIRC taking in some amazing scenery on the way (some of those famouse mountain passes with tunnels etc).
You can read the full schedule here.........
http://adampetherick.co.uk/e46Zone/EuroTou...%20Overview.pdf
We already have one UK member joining the E60.NET European Meet in Munich. Seeing as many of you seem to be up for a Meet, maybe a few of you are also interested in joining this one? Click on the link in my signature for more details. Hope to see some of you there...
cheers,
Pete
03-20-2009, 05:36 AM
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My Ride: 530D M Sport E60, media pack, bluetooth, pro nav system
Originally Posted by wickster' post='821430' date='Mar 19 2009, 10:19 PM
I've not heard of that guy so cant comment, 
but I bought a disc of a guy on the net called gilluley,pm me and I'll give you his email (dont want to make his email public, not sure if that would be right) cost ?25, I've had it in my car now (530d m sport 05 w/pro nav) for 3 weeks, works a treat, has the 2009-1 Professional Euro with Speed & Red-Light Camera POIs + full 7 digit postcode input too, he even has a loyalty system, so get updated disc asap..... 
but I bought a disc of a guy on the net called gilluley,pm me and I'll give you his email (dont want to make his email public, not sure if that would be right) cost ?25, I've had it in my car now (530d m sport 05 w/pro nav) for 3 weeks, works a treat, has the 2009-1 Professional Euro with Speed & Red-Light Camera POIs + full 7 digit postcode input too, he even has a loyalty system, so get updated disc asap..... I asked about the audible warnings and this was his reply
"yeah the BME system has no facility for warning of an approaching POI ... the HIGH has a system thats beign developed currently but still as yet a tad buggy"
03-21-2009, 03:39 AM
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Hi all, I'm from Essex. Recently had a prang (well a bit more than a prang - ?16k insurance bill!)and can thoroughly recommend Bodytechnics in Slough for doing repair work. Their work is very good.
03-24-2009, 01:03 PM
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Originally Posted by wickster' post='822012' date='Mar 20 2009, 01:36 PM
quick note, just been in touch with this guy and he says no prob with showing his email, so contact gilluley@hotmail.com
I asked about the audible warnings and this was his reply
"yeah the BME system has no facility for warning of an approaching POI ... the HIGH has a system thats beign developed currently but still as yet a tad buggy"
I asked about the audible warnings and this was his reply
"yeah the BME system has no facility for warning of an approaching POI ... the HIGH has a system thats beign developed currently but still as yet a tad buggy"
cheers
ps: money saved will be going towards a hartge lipspoiler.
03-24-2009, 02:25 PM
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My Ride: 535d M Sport LCI 2008 Space Gray/Dark Blue Dakota
Thanks for intro to UK SF...!
..on second 535d Feb 2008 LCI
Since there are just a few more Derv models here than in the US, might as well ask a few questions..!
Anyone experiencing oil leaking from Intercooler pipe....
never got this on my first 535d, but have it in this one at 11k miles - dealer suggests common fault, nothing to worry about as long as car not using exessive amounts of oil.
Suspension knock...?
Only get this when turning into driveway or over low kerb or rut/bump in the road (just at slow speed) - cannot replicate over a speed bumps...!
Dealer unable to fix so far.....
Has anyone had problems with engine mounts or anti-roll bar or swing arm bushings.
Struts either side of engine bay have already been checked for torque and are OK..
I trust everyone is enjoying their e60's....fantastic car....ALTHOUGH a bit p****d with sqeaks and rattles not good for BMW's image.Seem worse on LCI car...
Fixed most of these myself (with abit of help from some wise folk on these forums...) as not keen on Dealer ripping my car apart.
PS My experience of main dealers has been crap - are there any recommendations for central Midlands/Warwickshire - Dealer or Independant..?
If anyone wants to know how Dark Blue leather looks - pic enclosed...!
Cheers all....................
..on second 535d Feb 2008 LCI
Since there are just a few more Derv models here than in the US, might as well ask a few questions..!
Anyone experiencing oil leaking from Intercooler pipe....
never got this on my first 535d, but have it in this one at 11k miles - dealer suggests common fault, nothing to worry about as long as car not using exessive amounts of oil.
Suspension knock...?
Only get this when turning into driveway or over low kerb or rut/bump in the road (just at slow speed) - cannot replicate over a speed bumps...!
Dealer unable to fix so far.....
Has anyone had problems with engine mounts or anti-roll bar or swing arm bushings.
Struts either side of engine bay have already been checked for torque and are OK..
I trust everyone is enjoying their e60's....fantastic car....ALTHOUGH a bit p****d with sqeaks and rattles not good for BMW's image.Seem worse on LCI car...
Fixed most of these myself (with abit of help from some wise folk on these forums...) as not keen on Dealer ripping my car apart.
PS My experience of main dealers has been crap - are there any recommendations for central Midlands/Warwickshire - Dealer or Independant..?
If anyone wants to know how Dark Blue leather looks - pic enclosed...!
Cheers all....................
03-24-2009, 02:42 PM
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Originally Posted by pigapumbu' post='825605' date='Mar 24 2009, 04:03 PM
JUst want to say, I got the DVD from your contact and I totally recommend him for these upgrades.
cheers
ps: money saved will be going towards a hartge lipspoiler.
cheers
ps: money saved will be going towards a hartge lipspoiler.
I got one from him too, arrived this morning!!
03-24-2009, 03:43 PM
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Originally Posted by palmer02' post='825671' date='Mar 24 2009, 10:42 PM
I got one from him too, arrived this morning!!
BMW ought to give updates for free during the first 3 years of ownership (as they do for BMWConnected) or sell these discs cheaper. cheers
03-24-2009, 03:51 PM
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Originally Posted by WEB60' post='825659' date='Mar 24 2009, 10:25 PM
Thanks for intro to UK SF...!
..on second 535d Feb 2008 LCI
Since there are just a few more Derv models here than in the US, might as well ask a few questions..!
Anyone experiencing oil leaking from Intercooler pipe....
never got this on my first 535d, but have it in this one at 11k miles - dealer suggests common fault, nothing to worry about as long as car not using exessive amounts of oil.
Suspension knock...?
Only get this when turning into driveway or over low kerb or rut/bump in the road (just at slow speed) - cannot replicate over a speed bumps...!
Dealer unable to fix so far.....
Has anyone had problems with engine mounts or anti-roll bar or swing arm bushings.
Struts either side of engine bay have already been checked for torque and are OK..
I trust everyone is enjoying their e60's....fantastic car....ALTHOUGH a bit p****d with sqeaks and rattles not good for BMW's image.Seem worse on LCI car...
Fixed most of these myself (with abit of help from some wise folk on these forums...) as not keen on Dealer ripping my car apart.
PS My experience of main dealers has been crap - are there any recommendations for central Midlands/Warwickshire - Dealer or Independant..?
If anyone wants to know how Dark Blue leather looks - pic enclosed...!
Cheers all....................
..on second 535d Feb 2008 LCI
Since there are just a few more Derv models here than in the US, might as well ask a few questions..!
Anyone experiencing oil leaking from Intercooler pipe....
never got this on my first 535d, but have it in this one at 11k miles - dealer suggests common fault, nothing to worry about as long as car not using exessive amounts of oil.
Suspension knock...?
Only get this when turning into driveway or over low kerb or rut/bump in the road (just at slow speed) - cannot replicate over a speed bumps...!
Dealer unable to fix so far.....
Has anyone had problems with engine mounts or anti-roll bar or swing arm bushings.
Struts either side of engine bay have already been checked for torque and are OK..
I trust everyone is enjoying their e60's....fantastic car....ALTHOUGH a bit p****d with sqeaks and rattles not good for BMW's image.Seem worse on LCI car...
Fixed most of these myself (with abit of help from some wise folk on these forums...) as not keen on Dealer ripping my car apart.
PS My experience of main dealers has been crap - are there any recommendations for central Midlands/Warwickshire - Dealer or Independant..?
If anyone wants to know how Dark Blue leather looks - pic enclosed...!
Cheers all....................
You are accurate about about BMWdealerships these days. They all seem to do a horrible job. I had some issues with Knights BMW but the service manager was excellent. He took charge and put things right. I am definately going back to them despite the initial setbacks. It would mean a 40mile trek to get the car serviced but IMO its worth the hassle.
Is your fav colour blue?
cheers