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Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 05-22-2013, 06:56 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 554
Posted By vandyboy
I am a Nashvillian and totally agree with you on...

I am a Nashvillian and totally agree with you on Jack's. Very cool that you found it. There is another good place in town - Neely's - they are from Memphis but have a location in Metrocenter (about...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 05-18-2013, 03:36 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 441
Posted By vandyboy
I'd also suggest checking Craigslist in your...

I'd also suggest checking Craigslist in your area. I have found BARGAINs on OEM wheels.

If you have one or two that are bent, you would save money having them repaired.
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 05-18-2013, 04:44 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 460
Posted By vandyboy
I checked KBB, Edmunds and NADA. The full retail...

I checked KBB, Edmunds and NADA. The full retail cost of that car is somehwere between $8000-$8300. Private party prices are $6500-$7000.00. Wholesale or trade in prices are around $5000.00. ...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 05-17-2013, 10:05 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 490
Posted By vandyboy
I think the OP should go all out and put Iron...

I think the OP should go all out and put Iron Crosses, Swastikas and Bavarian flag decals all over his car to ensure that ALL dumba$$es will know it is from Germany.
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 05-17-2013, 09:57 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 460
Posted By vandyboy
Why didn't the PPI reveal the source of the oil...

Why didn't the PPI reveal the source of the oil leak or at least specify what was leaking? That would give you an idea of how much you need to spend to fix the leak - and then you could ask the...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 05-15-2013, 04:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 255
Posted By vandyboy
It is obvious these guys are quoting book prices...

It is obvious these guys are quoting book prices on labor hours per job and are adding a significant mark-up for parts. IMHO, what you have listed is way too high. A lot of those parts can be...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 05-13-2013, 06:55 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 159
Posted By vandyboy
Thanks for your help, guys. When you...

Thanks for your help, guys.

When you mentioned cleaning, I got flashbacks of trying to clean the BBS basketweaves on my E30. Think I might go with the five spoke after all...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 05-13-2013, 05:47 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 159
Posted By vandyboy
Need your advice on wheels

I have a 2001 325i with the standard 7 spoke wheels. I had planned on putting a set of the 5 spokes on it (several for sale in Nashville) until I ran across these on Craigslist:
...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 05-13-2013, 05:37 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 354
Posted By vandyboy
Joe, I understand how you feel. When I bought my...

Joe, I understand how you feel. When I bought my E46 last year, I had finally got my hands on the car I had been lusting for since they were first introduced.

Do read the Wiki and look through...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 05-09-2013, 07:30 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 987
Posted By vandyboy
I am going to plug a local busines - BMW of...

I am going to plug a local busines - BMW of Bowling Green, KY. They charged me $45.00 for the metal/plastic non-remote key and I think they have the remote key for around $200.00. If you fax them a...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 05-09-2013, 07:19 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 394
Posted By vandyboy
I put Monroe shocks on my Volvo 850 and they were...

I put Monroe shocks on my Volvo 850 and they were fine. However, I do think you might want something a bit stiffer for your 325i. I checked Rockauto: they had Boge for $152.00 and KYBs for $180.00....
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 04-29-2013, 05:36 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 841
Posted By vandyboy
Wiki means a database or list of information you...

Wiki means a database or list of information you have created. Nothing to do with wikipedia.

There are plenty of 2 ohm options on speakers - go to Amazon and check. I bought some Infinti's for...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 04-24-2013, 05:28 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 754
Posted By vandyboy
+1. I had a battery go bad that did a lot of...

+1.

I had a battery go bad that did a lot of the same things as you described. The voltage even checked out okay at times. But the battery died and I replaced it, only then to have the yellow...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 04-24-2013, 05:22 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 571
Posted By vandyboy
My cure for believing the E46 has become a beater...

My cure for believing the E46 has become a beater is a nice washing and detailing. I know you have some body damage, which is discouraging, but you definitely do not have a beater. I live in a...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 04-24-2013, 05:19 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 332
Posted By vandyboy
I don't have a 316 but I can say that in my...

I don't have a 316 but I can say that in my experience, clunks usually represent bad struts/shocks/strut mounts.
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 04-24-2013, 05:16 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 375
Posted By vandyboy
In addition to what ahull listed, at 195k, its...

In addition to what ahull listed, at 195k, its probably time for another cooling system and front suspension refresh. But, all that being said, we have members who are well into 200K plus in mileage...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 04-23-2013, 05:06 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 477
Posted By vandyboy
I have seen springs cause a pop (if they are...

I have seen springs cause a pop (if they are broken), but sway bars are definitely the most likely suspect
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 04-21-2013, 10:31 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 982
Posted By vandyboy
I am happy to hear tha Falkens are doing better...

I am happy to hear tha Falkens are doing better mileage wise. In the early 90's, I owned a VW GLI and the only two choices for tires in the required size were Pirelli and Falkens. A friend who also...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 04-21-2013, 05:45 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 643
Posted By vandyboy
"Or it gets the hose again." I hope whoever...

"Or it gets the hose again."

I hope whoever buys it drives it the hell they want. I mean spilling coffee and smoking in it, throwing beer cans on the floor, hot rodding at red lights and driving...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 04-21-2013, 05:35 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 627
Posted By vandyboy
I owned an '86 325es and currently own an '01...

I owned an '86 325es and currently own an '01 325i, and it seems to me that the E46s have many of the same problems as the E30s. They can use a lot of oil. Both have issues with MAFs and ICVs. ...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 04-20-2013, 12:18 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 982
Posted By vandyboy
I was at the BMW dealer this morning - the new...

I was at the BMW dealer this morning - the new AWD 3 series is shod with P7s. The parts dept. guy says the P7s are not quite as smooth as the Contis but one or two customers have already surpassed...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 04-20-2013, 07:29 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 982
Posted By vandyboy
The P7s are supposed to last a long time and are...

The P7s are supposed to last a long time and are highly rated. Do keep us posted on how you like them because they are on my short list (P7s, Pilot Exaltos, Bridge 960s, Goodyear F1 Symmetricals.) ...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 04-20-2013, 05:16 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 982
Posted By vandyboy
In my 30 years of driving, here are my thoughts...

In my 30 years of driving, here are my thoughts on tire brands (pretty sure I know nothing more than anyone else). Please note that my opinion is based on SUV and car tires (mainly sporty cars) and...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 04-20-2013, 04:58 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 627
Posted By vandyboy
Pretty much any state south of Kentucky east of...

Pretty much any state south of Kentucky east of the Mississippi and below Missouri west of it will be good for car shopping. I have never seen a "native" TN or KY car with rust issues. In the...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 04-18-2013, 05:33 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,243
Posted By vandyboy
An $1100 alternator? Good God you were violated...

An $1100 alternator? Good God you were violated multiple times. A good reman is $300 and no garage worth going to would have charged you more than two hours labor. You paid for about two of them.
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