I am very frustrated I had to change the rear brake line and in order to do so I had to drop down the fuel tank and I met up with 2 unexpected problems. The right side tension strap just won't fit in, it seems short the bolt just can't reach the hole I have tried hooking the strap and then...

Hello there, I live in Germany since 4 years and driving a 118d model currently. I've tried to get some advice on German BMW forums, but seems like they are all dead so I decided to seek advice here. I want to trade my 118d for a X3 and I've couple of options: 1. BMW X3 xDrive 35i - 01/2011 -...

Hi guys, this is my first post here. I'm looking at either the automatic 118 or 120 versions (hatchback) and not particularly fussed with diesel vs. petrol. I just want the better engine. I really don't want to spend more than $14,000 for it, especially when most will be over 100,000 kms. The...

It is going to be my first car, thats a note at first. It has to run on gasoline/petrol. I do want to put a aftermarket exhaust on it, and paint it blue or black if it is not yet. Tinting the windows is also something i'd like to do, but i have to look up if that is legal in the Netherlands. It...

My ride is ready to start. I found out from the previous owner that the FULL tank of gas has been there for about 1 year:eek:! I unhooked the fuel line right before the fuel filter on the left of the car. the only way I was able to drain the fuel is to turn the key on and off over and over. The...

Hi, I have a reluctant sale of my 735i: Sadly, its too big for my London garage. I was very fortunate to acquire this car: its had 2 owners since new, full BMW service history and only 62,100 miles on the clock. Its my second 7 series car and they are luxury tanks. I also prefer the E38 shape to...

Hi guys I was just wondering if anyone is running their car on 10% Ethanol Petrol? (Shell E10 Unleaded) On the site (link below) its states all post 1986 models can run on E10. My car is a 1986 318i. I Heard that its the carburettor models that can't run on E10...