shevalync: I have a 2000 E46. its been giving me some problems recently,the stirring rack got damaged, then the control arms of the rare wheels. the engine also started behaving funny and my mech insisted that its due to the fact that I do service the engine at a service center and not with a mechanic. now my questions are (1)how much does it cost to get the strirring rack and the control arms (2)what kind of oil do I use.thanks

dollypi: Hello guys.

I'm wondering if I can get the BMW Peake SRS Airbag Scan Reset Tool to purchase from anyone/anywhere in Nigeria, or if there's anyone or an autoshop with the tool and located in Lagos?
I had to replace my worn out steering wheel, and the airbag light has been on since. Car's an e46.

Thanks.

car-doctor:



I have a lot of technical knowledge on these diesel engined models and a many guys here in Naija who own these cars are having nightmares with maintenance issues due to the fact that most independent workshops for BMW's only seem to be concerned about the more common petrol models. The diesel variant are quite powerful with good torque on demand especially when climbing hilly roads. Assisted by a turbo charger and Direct Injection diesel engine, you do really get an exhilarating drive. If you have any technical queries, pls feel free to call or email me.

Bostin: This is for siena and other BMW riders in the house,pls I want to know if converting E46 from right hand to left hand is safer and good ,I will also need any converting experts in lagos with cost .

jcshols: hello house,@sienna,@yungboss and whoeva that can help,what do y'all think about an E46 Diesel that has now been converted to petrol? @shevalync,wia is ur mechanic located in Ilorin and hope he was able to fix it well. @yungboss,pls i'll need the manual of E46 2004,kindly email it to jcshollie@yahoo.com.

Thanx guyz.

jcshols: hello house,@sienna,@yungboss and whoeva that can help,what do y'all think about an E46 Diesel that has now been converted to petrol? @shevalync,wia is ur mechanic located in Ilorin and hope he was able to fix it well. @yungboss,pls i'll need the manual of E46 2004,kindly email it to jcshollie@yahoo.com.

Thanx guyz.

Gee2728: Those E36 coupe are the best of the 3-series and the only ones close 2 the M3. Was looking for a good condition 325i of 328i coupe but cld not find one so I ended up with a 2000 model W202 C230kompressor. But I still got that shark machine (E36 coupe) on my reda.

Gee2728: Those E36 coupe are the best of the 3-series and the only ones close 2 the M3. Was looking for a good condition 325i of 328i coupe but cld not find one so I ended up with a 2000 model W202 C230kompressor. But I still got that shark machine (E36 coupe) on my reda.

ZUBY77:


My E36 325i is the only one i use when on a long journey.
Although it is getting old but it handles the road like a beast over every other toys i have tried.

yungboss:
your right bro...the e36 is one of my best 3 series...the 328i is special...by Gods grace, next year is going to be the of the e36 M3

lungwun: Does anyone own the E39 5 series? I rather like that one but no one seems to be talking about it on these forums.

Any help would be appreciated.

yungboss:
it depends on what you wanna know about it

lungwun:

Availability of parts in Abuja and well learned mechanics. Plus what engine to go for 528 or go for the v8.

Just simple questions really. My Honda accord gives me no joy whatsoever and most of my driving is urban (approximately $00 miles a month) so im guessing due to my little use of my cars, i could as well step up to something that gives me driving pleasure.

Thanks

Emperoh: Yungboss,

Can you give me an overview of what it costs you in week/month to keep the E46? Cost of spares also needed! Money don dey complete before Hyundai go thief me go (i don dey eye the 07 Santa Fe lately)
Again, a close paddy who owns a 98 E36 wants to sell.
But that't not the issue. He advised me against the E46 AWD that's 325IX citing the auto gear mated with the AWD system is given to issues and quite an expensive fix or replacement when it goes kaput.

What's your take? haven't found a good review of the IXs online.
You can recommend though.

talktimi: have you tried www.edmunds.com ? You should go through the user reviews there also, i usually ure that site when i want to review any car im interested in although honestly speaking, you will have to seek out bm users/mechanics familiar with that ride in Nigeria also to give you a home based perspective.

I have been on edmunds severally.
But a reviewer gives you information based on what a manufacturer presents him not as a user.
There is always a divide. . . . .the best ways is to always seek user's experience. Makes for a more informed buy.

That;s why people like yungboss are after my heart
Tells you what the likely local issues are, what to look out for and what to avoid.
Thanks for your insight

kuntash: I Like BMW , I have only tried the 3 series, 01-06 model... , I hope to try out the X3 or the 5-series, say the 530i or 535..

in the last 72hr however, I was shocked by the DSC module failure, and guess what, I was lucky because it was deteriorating hence it didnt fail the brake instantly, the DSC/ABS module was leaking unknown to me, until the hydraulic fluid reservoir was empty...

I have never experienced smthn like this from any car before, hence I felt I should share here... perhaps to help one or two persons..

Its a 325xi model, (i.e its an all wheel drive), and has a special DSC module thats relatively scarce, I was lucky to find one, after searching several stores in Ladipo and environs...

Shagati: This might be interesting to some here

Cheers

https://www.nairaland.com/1410627/bmw-325ci-e46-rescue-project

samuelk:
I think i saw this car or something similar around Ipaja roundabout around friday or saturday..

Shagati:

Not the same car. Also saw another one similar in Alausa today. May be the same one you saw?