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I can still use the remote to lock all doors and unlock 3 out of 4 doors.
Central lock works also. Just driver's side door won't respond to remote unlock.
I am using key to manually unlock, no big deal.
Mine: 1995 318ti Club Sport; 2020 C43; 2021 Sahara 4xe 1996 Speed Triple Challenge Cup Replica Wife's: 2015 X1 xDrive28i Son's: 2009 328i; 2018 330i xDrive
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2022 Wrangler Sahara 4Xe, 2023 Toyota Tacoma SR 4WD
Wide World BMW has a fantastic body shop too. They've fixed my parents former BMWs perfectly to factory condition. They also leave no stone unturned.
Don't let your insurance company bully you into using their body shop.
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2022 Wrangler Sahara 4Xe, 2023 Toyota Tacoma SR 4WD
but seriously, any standard jack should fit.
http://www.bimmershops.com/bmwshops/new-york/
Harbor frieght has a low height jack some have suggested - hydraulic... may go with that...
Thanks for any thoughts or input!
Mine: 1995 318ti Club Sport; 2020 C43; 2021 Sahara 4xe 1996 Speed Triple Challenge Cup Replica Wife's: 2015 X1 xDrive28i Son's: 2009 328i; 2018 330i xDrive
Ya think?
Snap On tools are the most expensive on the planet. There's a reason those trucks drive around selling tools to major manufacturers (think Honeywell or GE, among many others). Part of it is "pride of ownership" among the professional mechanics. Much of it is, well, something else.
It's why Snap-On rules, at least in the heads of many professional wrench-turners.
The next lower-tier mechanics take pride in Craftsman stuff from Sears.
We all take pride in whether the fix worked, regardless of the tools involved.
But we're getting off the thread of this topic.
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You know, if you're just changing your oil 2X a year, and using jack stands, that might be okay.
I tend to but top tier tools only when I know that they are going to receive a lot of use over an extended period of time. I prefer to only buy a tool once- even if I have to pay more. I have some Craftsman tools as well, but lately I've been buying Kobalt tools at Lowes.
Mine: 1995 318ti Club Sport; 2020 C43; 2021 Sahara 4xe 1996 Speed Triple Challenge Cup Replica Wife's: 2015 X1 xDrive28i Son's: 2009 328i; 2018 330i xDrive
Is there a way to disable the "lock" in the steering column? I don't need that feature!
http://www.bmwtis.com/tsb/bulletins/bulletin_graphic_temp/B612806g.htm
I'm thinking about buying a 2006 328i with 92,000 miles on it, price is $13,348 sticker and 15,000 out the door ...well my question is; is this a good deal?
Is this a safe decision (considering just the milage and price)?
I live in L.A.
All help is welcome:-)
So, are you looking at a different year or a different model?
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Had to have my 2007 335i towed today because even after jumpstarting, the car wouldn't keep running.
Was told that if I need a new battery, the cost would be around $350. Was told that while I could get my own battery, I'd need BMW to "program it" - I forget the specific reason given, but was told that unless programmed, the batter would likely get overcharged or undercharged. This is something new to models 2006 and later.
Can anyone out there confirm that this is accurate? If I could get some quick responses, I'd appreciate it becuase I could purchase the battery from Interstate Batteries for about $185.
Thanks.
PS - please keep your fingers crossed that it's a HPFP issues, since that'd be free!!!
Edmund's 'True Cost to Own' tool says a 2008 335I Coupe will cost $8300 in maintenance and $7000 in repairs. :sick: On the other hand the same tool says a 2008 Infinity G37 will cost $5400 in maintenance and $2400 in repairs.
Are Edmund's figures anywhere near accurate for the BMW?
I guess I am somewhat lucky because the fuel pump lasted 48K miles. I am hoping that it's now fixed. I have seen a lot of people complain about multiple repairs though, so crossing my fingers. It's such a beautiful car, this issue is a real pity. I missed my car even though I had a brand new Z4 loaner (that's nice too, but different story). Hopefully the new (2009/10/11) turbo engines don't have this HPFP problem. I can't believe BMW would continue selling this engine if they hadn't figured out the fuel pump.
The first 4 years 50,000 miles cost $0 for maintenance and repairs since BMW offers a full maintenance and warranty for that period. You will have to pay for tires which are expensive, but everything else is covered.
You can then choose to extend your maintenance and warranty. For an additional 4 years and 50,000 miles, expect to pay about $2K for maintenance and $3.5K for the warranty. This is a bumper-to-bumper BMW warranty so there are very few exclusions. So if you are worried, you can always pay up front and enjoy your car. Btw, you can call a dealer and get more accurate pricing (you can haggle on this stuff so call multiple dealers).
The 335 does have a fuel pump problem though. I just had mine replaced. Google it and you will find lots of complaints. If you extend your warranty it won't cost you anything to fix it, but it can be a problem. Mine went out in the middle of the night 200+ miles away from home. Luckily it was OK for me to continue driving with "reduced power."
According to TCO a 2006 X3(the oldest X3 that they provide data for) would have needed $9612 in maintenance and $8553 in repairs over five years- or $14,515 more than I actually spent.
So yes, I'd say the TCO numbers might be a little inaccurate...
Mine: 1995 318ti Club Sport; 2020 C43; 2021 Sahara 4xe 1996 Speed Triple Challenge Cup Replica Wife's: 2015 X1 xDrive28i Son's: 2009 328i; 2018 330i xDrive
"The Edmunds Inc. True Cost to Own® (TCO) pricing system calculates the additional costs you may not have included when considering your next vehicle purchase. These extra costs include: depreciation, interest on your loan, taxes and fees, insurance premiums, fuel costs, maintenance, and repairs. "
Anyone know if the HPFP problem is gone in the later turbo models? Or are these engines to be avoided on all new BMW models?
"The Edmunds Inc. True Cost to Own� (TCO) pricing system calculates the additional costs you may not have included when considering your next vehicle purchase. These extra costs include: depreciation, interest on your loan, taxes and fees, insurance premiums, fuel costs, maintenance, and repairs. "
Sorry, but I DID calculate my figures correctly. Check the 2006 BMW X3 TCO page. I only used the 5 year maintenance and repair figures- $9,612 and $8,553 respectively. I did not include or use the individual numbers for depreciation, fuel, financing, etc.
Mine: 1995 318ti Club Sport; 2020 C43; 2021 Sahara 4xe 1996 Speed Triple Challenge Cup Replica Wife's: 2015 X1 xDrive28i Son's: 2009 328i; 2018 330i xDrive
My friends inside and outside of BMW NA are cautiously optimistic that the latest HPFP and its accompanying software reflash have cured the problem once and for all. The HPFP issue is extremely hit or miss; I looked at one CPO 2007 335i with nearly 40,000 miles and it has never had a HPFP problem. Ditto for one friend who regularly tracked his E92 335i for two years. Then there are cars that have had 3 or more HPFPs before 30,000 miles. I have another friend who is a BMW SA and in his experience he has found that cars that are driven hard have been less likely to require a HPFP service.
Mine: 1995 318ti Club Sport; 2020 C43; 2021 Sahara 4xe 1996 Speed Triple Challenge Cup Replica Wife's: 2015 X1 xDrive28i Son's: 2009 328i; 2018 330i xDrive
Thanks for the info. I hope this is the case. My HPFP failed after 48K miles. I don't drive too hard. I'm hoping to keep my car another 3-4 years up to about 100K miles. After that... I will probably stay away from turbo engines.
Well, at least BMW has extended the warranty on the HPFP so you should be good. The rest of the car has proven to be pretty durable. I made a much more foolish purchase decision- my Mazdaspeed 3 needed a new turbo at 26,000 miles. And did I mention that it has cost more to repair and maintain than my X3 and 3 Series combined? That's the last time I will ever consider a car that doesn't come from Munich or Zuffenhausen.
Mine: 1995 318ti Club Sport; 2020 C43; 2021 Sahara 4xe 1996 Speed Triple Challenge Cup Replica Wife's: 2015 X1 xDrive28i Son's: 2009 328i; 2018 330i xDrive