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when that happens, hold you transmitter butoon down at the same time you hit the 'ugdo's' number.
the light will start flashing.
when the light changes the flashing sequence, it should be programmed.
I've programmed a number of them this way, and I know it works on the newer models, not sure about the older ones though
good luck!!! )
Rob
millerro3, unfortunately the standard procedure you described will not work for rolling codes. I've got rolling codes and had to setup HomeLink for it on both cars. HomeLink is made by Johnson Controls and if you follow their link below you will find rolling code programming instructions:
http://www.homelink.com/programming/rolling.html
Good luck.
-rdo
rdollie@home.com
p.s. - Their hint about using a second person should be heeded unless you are very fast to scramble up and down a ladder (which you will probably need unless your garage roof is very low).
The E30's are still fantastic cars. We have one ourselves. They still look great, drive great, and our real deals. Look at a Cadillac Seville from 1990- it looks so square and disgusting whereas a 1990 750iL is very contemporary.
Research it well if you are looking into one. I have read horror stories about them. Ours is a gem. A 1988 (first year) 735i with a stick shift. Extremely rare. That's part of the reason my father keeps it around. He can't really fit into a 5 without squishing the person behind, and he would not buy a new 7 because it is only automatic. For my mom sure, but he wants a stick.
Hope this helps. Remember E30.
A.R.
I hope you send it back to the dealer, so someone can appreciate it. Every driver has their personal preferences, but the BMW 7's are co-leaders of the pack with the MB S Class. I guess you would have been better off with a Lexus or another Cadillac- a cruising car, not a drivers car. Good luck!~ A.R.
Or if status doesn't mean anything to you, you can't go wrong with the Lexus LS430 for the money and you will get more of that "Cadillac" ride.
If you are going to sell it, you better do it quickly because the new body-style is coming at the end of this year, or very early next year and you will see the value on your car plummet.
For pure driving pleasure, the 5 wins out, because it is smaller, and available with the manual. But it sounds like you would be getting an automatic regardless, so might as well take advantage of that creamy V8 in the 7. The 7 is the flagship model, and is engineered to higher standards, and therefore will last longer. So, if I were you, I would go for the 7. If you get an extended warranty, it is as good as new, and you get more for your money than a 5. Hope this helps.~ A.R.
My question is to those of you who may have purchased this vehicle and can give me info on the maintenance cost, what problems you may have experienced etc. I live in Fairfax ,Virginia but am not opposed to driving a few hours away to get the best price possible.
Also, does any know if BMW or Mercedes provides you with a loaner car regardless of where you purchased the car? Sorry for all the questions.
By the way, I am new to Town Hall. Nice talking to you.
zferreira
I have not ruled out the MB-S series, was actually thinking about the S430. Any input you can give on this one?
My daily driver is a '97 328i, and i recently drove a 740isport. Wow, what a car. Maybe in ten years or so when i've gotten tired of shifting myself, and i have a bigger garage..
dave
If the engine block is not replaced, the '95 would not be a good option, as the 6 year (or 100,000) power train warranty would be up soon. Does that sound about right?
Also, anyone have any knowledge of buying a car on Ebay from one of the many dealers? Seems like they have pretty nice cars, and essentially are being sold at wholesale or below.
Thanks,
Steve
Thanks.
http://www.geocities.com/MotorCity/Downs/9323/new7.htm
A.R.
The prices are quite a bit different, as a 740iL new probably prices in between a new Benz E-Class and a new Benz S-Class.
With the new 7 Series coming out next year (so we hear), you may be able to deal on the current 7's.
In summary, the 740iL beats the E-Class hands down. While the E-Class has nice front-end styling, the rest of the car is a little boring, especially the dash. My E420 did not have DSP (stability control), which made it awful in bad weather. The 740iL DSC operates quite well.
My suggestion, buy a 1 or 2 year old 740iL (most likely the same price as a new E-Class) and experience the Ulimate Driving Machine.
I also would opt for the iL, for the back seat room. I suspect the wheelbase on a E430 = 740i
Best of luck with your decision.
Right off the bat, I found the radio to be intermitantly malfunctioning (knocking and turning itself off or display going dim), but the major problem happened today when I tried starting the car and it wouldn't... all it does it knock and the RPM gauge jumps like crazy. Battery is ok and I've altered nothing in the car. Has this ever happened to anyone else?
Looks like I'm stuck for the weekend before shops open on Monday ;(
It's very strange, I drove the car to the store and back just 5 minutes before this malfunction occurred. heeeeeelpppppp...
http://www.bimmer.org/7series/messages/
BMW ditches its Vanos technology for Toyota's superior Vvt-i technology for better fuel economy, smoothness and emissions
Toyota had already been supplying volvo, renault
BMW will recieve 200,000 units in 2001, 800,000 by 2003
read on...
http://auto.ascii24.com/auto24/e/2001/0406/e32nco_si0406_01.html
If you think about it, it wouldn't make sense to switch to VVT-I. VANOS already has given over 100 hp/L, gets good fuel economy, and BMW is shipping a car with the new valvetonic technology in just six months, and will switch entirely over to it in just two years.
dave
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You could buy a new one for about $68,500, so while it's not a bad deal it is a used car. Will they throw in the BMW Pre-Owned Certification? That would give you more warranty than a new car.
Invoice MSRP
Standard Equipment $60,370 $66,900
Every 2001 BMW 7-Series includes some standard equipment
Optional Equipment
· STANDARD PAINT (-PT) $0 $0
· LEATHER SEAT TRIM (N6__) $0 $0
· PARK DISTANCE CONTROL (508) $765 $900
· CONVENIENCE PKG (466) $780 $915
· SPORT PKG (270) $2,635 $3,100
Total Options $4,180 $4,915
Destination Charge $645 $645
Advertising Fee $815 (included)
Total Options and Fees $5,640 $5,560
TOTAL $66,010 $72,460
The used 2001 allows me to avoid luxury taxes and there is about 5/6 months left on the registration. In CA that's alot...
All told I should save about 11k.
The used car will have Certified 100k warranty and 4 years of service (still negotiating)...
Thanks