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#1. Luxury Package question - from Hunt Hodgetts
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Date: Fri, 21 Feb 2003 09:52:16 -0800 (PST) From: Hunt Hodgetts <hhodgetts@yahoo.com> Subject: Luxury Package question I recently purchased a 97 M3 and discovered that it has the "Luxury Package". However, I'm confused about exactly what the "Luxury Package" includes. I thought It was power seats and wood dash but I've seen other M3's that definitely were not "Luxury Package" cars that did have those options. Is there any definitive or unique feature that makes an M3 "Luxury Package"? I asked Global Imports BMW this question and they didn't have a clue... ===== Hunt Hodgetts (404) 644-6020 Wholesale Auto Broker Atlanta, GA __________________________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Tax Center - forms, calculators, tips, more http://taxes.yahoo.com/
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#2. Re: [E36M3] Any feedback on Bavarian Professionals in - from Jim Bassett
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Date: Fri, 21 Feb 2003 09:53:19 -0800 From: Jim Bassett <jimbassett@attbi.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Any feedback on Bavarian Professionals in Berkeley, CA? At 09:33 AM 2/21/03, Jay wrote: >Need a ton of work done on my '95 M3 Lux (110k miles), >and I'm not much of a diy'er. Urgent needs are an >Inspection and brakes, but I'm gonna need some new >tires, fluid flushes, wheel bearings, >belts...basically the wear and tear parts are worn and >torn at this point! Thanks for the help in getting my >M back into fighting shape (or daily driving shape, at >least!). > >Advice on any other shop would also be appreciated. I >work in Emeryville and live in the East Bay. I haven't been to Bav Pros for a few years, but they did fine work on my car. Some minor maintenance and mounting new tires (dropped shipped from Tire Rack). I recommend them, but maybe someone has more recent experience. And, except for the tires, most of what you outline can be done DIY-wise. I'd be happy to help you with it, if you like. I done all of that work on the M3 and 325is. I have lots of free time right now (another damn layoff :-( ), and work cheap :-) Anyhoo, hope that helps, Jim Bassett 1998 M3/4 1993 325is #44 A5/JP
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#3. RE: Spacers - from BOOM,BILL (HP-Roseville,ex1)
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Date: Fri, 21 Feb 2003 13:07:22 -0500 From: "BOOM,BILL (HP-Roseville,ex1)" <bill_boom@hp.com> Subject: RE: Spacers > From: "Vern Anderson" <vernon_anderson@yahoo.com> > Subject: Re: Spacers > > Success with 10mm spacers really depends on what kind of > wheel you are using > them with. If you're talking about an OEM wheel, you'll be > fine. If you're > planning on using them with some of the more popular > aftermarket wheels (SSR > Integrals and others), they will not work, period. > ... > 10mm spacers do not have enough thickness to make a flush > perpendicular lip and therefore the lip has a 45-degree > angle section on it which prevents use on most aftermarket > wheels. I have been searching far and wide for a > 7 or 10mm spacer with a design that can be used for my 17x9 SSR > Integrals, so beware if you have these types of wheels. I use 10mm spacers from Ultimate Garage on my 17x8 SSR GT1's. The spacers have the 45 degree angle you're talking about, but they fit perfectly flush on an identical 45 degree angle on the inside of my wheels. It's interesting that apparently there are wheels that don't have that angled surface. - Bill
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#4. RE: [E36M3] Luxury Package question - from Michael Michalski
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Date: Fri, 21 Feb 2003 12:12:21 -0600 From: "Michael Michalski" <mmichalski@leaselink.com> Subject: RE: [E36M3] Luxury Package question Hunt wrote: Is there any definitive or unique feature that makes an M3 "Luxury Package"? I believe the "luxury package" included head rests for the back seats. I could be wrong though :) Michael Michalski 97 ///M3 Sedan Windy City Chapter
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#5. Re: Battery Advice - from Neil Maller
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Date: Fri, 21 Feb 2003 13:15:37 -0500 From: Neil Maller <neil.maller@gte.net> Subject: Re: Battery Advice on 2/21/03 12:43 PM, Darling Christopher O Maj ACSC Student AY03 <Christopher.Darling@MAXWELL.AF.MIL> wrote: > Hi folks, it looks like battery #2 on my 8.5 year-old, 105K mile 95 M3 is > getting ready to give up the ghost. > > I was considering going to aftermarket this time, but am concerned about fit > and compatibility with the existing drain tube, etc. What is the consensus > about models and sources for a battery? Also, what should I expect to pay > for aftermarket and for a factory battery from the dealer? I saved Rich Dorffer's recommendation of some time ago: > I bought an Interstate MTP-91 for $85 directly from a distributor including > the vent tube extension. > Perfect fit (BCI #91 (48)), 700 CCA, 72 month warranty and 11 pounds lighter > than stock battery. Absolutely no modification needed for the battery hold > down system. > Here you go: > http://www.ibsa.com/www_2001/content/products/product_auto.asp > And a dealer locator system for your price shopping extravaganza: > http://www.ibsa.com/estore/dealer_locator.asp knowing that I'd need it some time. Well a few weeks ago my original (June 96 car purchase) battery finally died. With over six and a half years life I can't complain. I bought the Interstate at a local Firestone Tire store for $75 plus tax. I did my own installation. They did have to order it, but it came the next day. The new battery is sealed, so the vent tube isn't needed. The Interstate is also shorter, but the battery tray has an alternate hole for the hold-down bolt that works perfectly. No muss, no fuss, good price. Oh, and don't forget to have your radio security code available for afterwards. Neil 96 M3
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#6. Re: Any feedback on Bavarian Professionals in Berkeley, CA? - from Jake McClean
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Date: Fri, 21 Feb 2003 10:12:33 -0800 (PST) From: Jake McClean <sin@mail.value.net> Subject: Re: Any feedback on Bavarian Professionals in Berkeley, CA? Fear not. I've used that shop exclusively since I bought my 95 M3 a couple years ago. I did a fair amount of research on good shops at the time (no warranty makes it a bit of a priority) and discovered Bavarian Professionals. They are simply phenomenal. Top notch service, excellent work, and prices that'll *easily* beat out any dealer. Often when I'm there, I'll meet people from all over the Bay Area (San Jose, Napa, San Francisco, I even drive in from Martinez) because the shop is just "that good". They stand by their work, and it shows. Jake 95 M3 > Need a ton of work done on my '95 M3 Lux (110k miles), > and I'm not much of a diy'er. Urgent needs are an > Inspection and brakes, but I'm gonna need some new > tires, fluid flushes, wheel bearings, > belts...basically the wear and tear parts are worn and > torn at this point! Thanks for the help in getting my > M back into fighting shape (or daily driving shape, at > least!). > > Advice on any other shop would also be appreciated. I > work in Emeryville and live in the East Bay.
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#7. Re: [E36M3] Any difference between radiator brands? - from alex.fadeev@verizon.com
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Date: Fri, 21 Feb 2003 12:24:37 -0600 From: alex.fadeev@verizon.com Subject: Re: [E36M3] Any difference between radiator brands? Geof McLaughlin <gfmiiilist@attbi.com> wrote: > > Is there any discernable difference (in quality) between the radiators > made by L&R, Behr and Nissens? Geof, I've had OE Behr, aftermarket Behr and L&R side by side and could not tell them apart. The aftermarket Behr went on my M3 while the L&R is cooling her 328i. No experience with Nissens. HTH, alex f
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#8. Re: [E36M3] RE: Spacers - from Ben Liaw - Rogue Engineering
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Date: Fri, 21 Feb 2003 13:26:21 -0500 From: "Ben Liaw - Rogue Engineering" <ben@rogueengineering.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] RE: Spacers The issue at hand really isn't "all aftermarket wheels", but rather the hubcentric ring that's used. If the hubcenteric centering ring use doesn't sit deep enough, or doesn't have the 45 deg chamfer on it, most 10mm hubcentric spacers won't work. If the centering rings are large enough (on the OD) to accomodate a chamfer on the ID, you're set. Unfortunately, some of the centering rings on the SSR Comps are so thin that they cannot accomodate the chamfered ID. HTH. Regards, Ben Liaw - Rogue Engineering http://www.rogueengineering.com 201-444-8150 > > Success with 10mm spacers really depends on what kind of > > wheel you are using > > them with. If you're talking about an OEM wheel, you'll be > > fine. If you're > > planning on using them with some of the more popular > > aftermarket wheels (SSR > > Integrals and others), they will not work, period. > > ... > > 10mm spacers do not have enough thickness to make a flush > > perpendicular lip and therefore the lip has a 45-degree > > angle section on it which prevents use on most aftermarket > > wheels. I have been searching far and wide for a > > 7 or 10mm spacer with a design that can be used for my 17x9 SSR > > Integrals, so beware if you have these types of wheels. > > I use 10mm spacers from Ultimate Garage on my 17x8 SSR GT1's. The spacers > have the 45 degree angle you're talking about, but they fit perfectly flush > on an identical 45 degree angle on the inside of my wheels. It's > interesting that apparently there are wheels that don't have that angled > surface.
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#9. Re: [E36M3] Luxury Package question - from Jim Bassett
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Date: Fri, 21 Feb 2003 10:27:33 -0800 From: Jim Bassett <jimbassett@attbi.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Luxury Package question At 09:53 AM 2/21/03, Hunt Hodgetts wrote: >It was power seats and wood dash but I've seen other >M3's that definitely were not "Luxury Package" cars >that did have those options. Those are individual options as well. Other items in the Package that I can recall are the front bumper cover having horizontal slats rather than the mess, and no black lower lip. I also think Contour wheels were part of the Lux Package - those were "no-cost" options later. That's all I can think of off the top of my head. Jim Bassett 1998 M3/4 - non-lux with power seats and Contours 1993 325is #44 A5/JP - definitely non-lux :-)
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#10. 10mm Rear Spring Pad - from DiVincenti, A.J.
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Date: Fri, 21 Feb 2003 12:28:29 -0600 From: "DiVincenti, A.J." <ADiVin@lsuhsc.edu> Subject: 10mm Rear Spring Pad What application was the 10mm rear spring pad originally for? AJ