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[dscam]

SpeckledJim said:

sofaking said:

r129sl said:

It would be a hell of a trip. Fly out (terror), drive back. How long do you reckon it would take to drive back from Greece? Are the Balkans ok these days?

Most of the Greeks I know avoid the Balkans if making this trip. It is an easy ferry ride from Patra (2 hours from Athens) to a bunch of cities in Italy (Bari, Venice etc ). 16 hours and around 200 euros for 2 adults and a small car with no cabin.

That's sofaking true.

That was good Jim. Very good!

Did someone mention a Ferrari....?

[mwggriffiths]

PowerslideSWE said:

4941cc said:

mwggriffiths said:

I've switched the direction steptronic works too so manual shifts are more rally car sequential (Now it's push away to go down, pull back to go up) - best mod I've made to the car I reckon!

BMW did themselves too across the range in 2001 for the 2002MY, by which time E38s had all been built.

How did you do that? I want to make that change aswell, it's very counter intuitive to push the stick forward to change up I think.

And a question regarding sport suspension on the E38. My 2000 750i swb has factory fitted M-sport fahrwerk, is that the same as the 740 Sport or Alpina? Mine is also non-EDC.

Also has flat black window trim and antrazite headliner but nowhere does it say its a 750 sport.

Yeah I'd heard that - I'm on the lookout for an E39 2002+ Steptronic surround so I can get the indicators the correct way around too [/OCD]

The mod itself is simple enough - pull the surround off, de-pin the central two wires, swap them and refit: http://www.bmwtips.com/tipsntricks/DZ/StepTronic.h...

You can do either side of the plug it shouldn't matter

EDIT: Stick your VIN into one of the BMW VIN decoders online and see what options it has ticked, I'll re-do my 740i Sport to compare

Edited by mwggriffiths on Friday 29th May 07:50

[SpeckledJim]

harrykul said:

0a said:

harrykul said:

Speaking of which, I could do with a co-pilot this sunday/monday from Hamburg-London with some v12 lovliness.....

Do tell us more!

I can't do it myself but what's the V12?!

It's very O/T, so I didn't elaborate. I realised my dream- 1999 550 Maranello, Grigio Titanio, Bordeaux Leather, Black carpets.

ETA: the trip might fall through as my passport was sent to Germany for the transit documentation and hasn't arrived back yet!

Oh, happy day. Lovely lovely car.

In the blessed quiet times between falling asleep and returning tut'mill, I plump for something exactly like that when I decide that the Venn-lozenge is just a little too narrow between the F355 I don't own and the 456 I haven't got.

[QuantumTokoloshi]

harrykul said:

0a said:

harrykul said:

Speaking of which, I could do with a co-pilot this sunday/monday from Hamburg-London with some v12 lovliness.....

Do tell us more!

I can't do it myself but what's the V12?!

It's very O/T, so I didn't elaborate. I realised my dream- 1999 550 Maranello, Grigio Titanio, Bordeaux Leather, Black carpets.

ETA: the trip might fall through as my passport was sent to Germany for the transit documentation and hasn't arrived back yet!

I think you may just be stretching the definition of barge there

Congratulations, get some pictures up as soon as you can, that sounds something special.

[Lowtimer]

PowerslideSWE said:

4941cc said:

mwggriffiths said:

I've switched the direction steptronic works too so manual shifts are more rally car sequential (Now it's push away to go down, pull back to go up) - best mod I've made to the car I reckon!

BMW did themselves too across the range in 2001 for the 2002MY, by which time E38s had all been built.

How did you do that? I want to make that change aswell, it's very counter intuitive to push the stick forward to change up I think.

Simple, just swap the wires over.
http://www.bmwtips.com/tipsntricks/DZ/StepTronic.h...

[BigBen]

MJK 24 said:

Chaps,

What's the consensus on early examples of the W211?

I've been given first refusal on a 53 reg (2003 or 2004 I think?) E220 CDI Automatic. Two owners from new, full non Mercedes history, 175,000 miles.

I've got it in my head that these are unreliable money pits? If so, I'll avoid like the plague! All advice and opinions very welcome!

Thank you in advance

No they are ace. There is a well documented problem with the Valeo radiators on some cars failing and letting water into the gearbox which is bad news but if it has lasted 175k miles I suspect it has either been fixed or has the other brand of Rad (Bosch ? I can't remember). Also check the brake pump thing (SBC?) has been replaced which again it will have been at 175k miles.

Ben

[derin100]

QuantumTokoloshi said:

harrykul said:

0a said:

harrykul said:

Speaking of which, I could do with a co-pilot this sunday/monday from Hamburg-London with some v12 lovliness.....

Do tell us more!

I can't do it myself but what's the V12?!

It's very O/T, so I didn't elaborate. I realised my dream- 1999 550 Maranello, Grigio Titanio, Bordeaux Leather, Black carpets.

ETA: the trip might fall through as my passport was sent to Germany for the transit documentation and hasn't arrived back yet!

I think you may just be stretching the definition of barge there

Congratulations, get some pictures up as soon as you can, that sounds something special.

Why isn't it me? Why isn't it me? Why does God hate me so much?



But seriously....CONGRATULATIONS! Such a fantastic looking car. Can't wait to see pics.

[dbdb]

Very nice - they're fantastic things!

[harrykul]

Thanks guys. Will put some pics up on my return.

Back to business: this has popped up in NI recently: really like the e31 but I'm now skint for the forseeable. Good value in my eyes.

http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C617092

[harrykul]

Still very keen on this too, would match my s124 nicely:

http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C498118

[harrykul]

STOP PRESS!!!

Potentially clean E300DT w210- rare as hens teeth!

http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C606544

[CharlesdeGaulle]

harrykul said:

Still very keen on this too, would match my s124 nicely:

http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C498118

We've had that a couple of times already, but I too am a fan.

Let me add my congrats on the purchase.

[velocefica]

harrykul said:

Thanks guys. Will put some pics up on my return.

Back to business: this has popped up in NI recently: really like the e31 but I'm now skint for the forseeable. Good value in my eyes.

http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C617092

I know a guy from NI had an 8 series for sale for at least a year before it sold

[harrykul]

I'm not surprised: people around here look at you as if you have two heads when you say you drive a large engined petrol!

[Motorrad]

harrykul said:

It's very O/T, so I didn't elaborate. I realised my dream- 1999 550 Maranello, Grigio Titanio, Bordeaux Leather, Black carpets.

ETA: the trip might fall through as my passport was sent to Germany for the transit documentation and hasn't arrived back yet!

Lordy that sounds nice. I'm sure a cheeky picture or two sat next to a barge would go down well here.

[PowerslideSWE]

mwggriffiths said:

EDIT: Stick your VIN into one of the BMW VIN decoders online and see what options it has ticked, I'll re-do my 740i Sport to compare

Edited by mwggriffiths on Friday 29th May 07:50

Mine, full list

Data for vehicle identification number: WBAGG01020DD94201
Model description: 750i
Market: Europa
Type: GG01
E-Code: E38
Chassis: Limousine
Steering: links
Doors: 4
Engine: M73B54TÜ - 5,40l (240kW)
Drive: Heckantrieb
Transmission: automatisch
Body Color: Anthrazit Metallic (397)
Upholstery: Standardleder/schwarz (N8SW)
Production date: 27.04.2000
Assembled in: Dingolfing



Code Serienausstattung Standard Equipment
S202A
Steptronic Steptronic
S210A
Dynamische-Stabilitäts-Control Dynamic stability control
S216A
Servolenkung-Servotronic HYDRO STEERING-SERVOTRONIC
S220A
Niveauregulierung Self-levelling suspension
S245A
Lenksäulenverstellung elektrisch Steering wheel column adjustment,electr.
S302A
Alarmanlage Alarm system
S415A
Sonnenschutzrollo hinten Sun-blind, rear
S473A
Armlehne vorne Armrest front
S500A
Scheinw.Rein.Anl./Intensivreinig. Headlight wipe/wash/Intensive cleaning
S548A
Kilometertacho Kilometer-calibrated speedometer
S851A
Sprachversion deutsch Language version German


Code Sonderausstattung Optional Equipment
S261A
Seitenairbag für Fondpassagiere Side airbags for rear passengers
S265A
Reifen Druck Control (RDC) Tyre pressure control (TPC)
S316A
Automatische Heckklappenbetätigung automatic trunk lid mechanism
S319A
Integrierte Universal-Fernbedienung Integrated universal remote control
S320A
Entfall Modellschriftzug Deleted, model lettering
P337A
M Sportpaket M Sports package
S339A
Shadow-Line Shadow-Line
S341A
Stossfänger komplett in Wagenfarbe Bumpers completely in body colour
S358A
Klimakomfort-Frontscheibe Climate comfort windscreen
S403A
Glasdach elektrisch Glass roof, electrical
S423A
Fussmatten Velours Floor mats, velours
S428A
Warndreieck und Verbandstasche Warning triangle and first aid kit
S430A
Innen-/Aussensp. mit Abblendautomatik Interior/outside mirror with auto dip
S438A
Edelholzausführung Fine wood trim
S441A
Raucherpaket Smoker package
S457A
Kontursitz vorne el. mit Memory Contour seat, front, electr. with memory
S494A
Sitzheizung Fahrer/Beifahrer Seat heating driver/passenger
S496A
Sitzheizung hinten Seat heating, rear
S508A
Park Distance Control (PDC) Park Distance Control (PDC)
S522A
Xenon-Licht Xenon Light
S536A
Standheizung Auxiliary heating
S549A
Exklusiv-Uhr Exklusiv-Uhr
S609A
Navigationssystem Professional Navigation system Professional
S672A
CD-Wechsler 6-fach CD changer for 6 CDs
S676A
HiFi Lautsprechersystem HiFi speaker system
S704A
M Sportfahrwerk M Sports suspension
S710A
M Lederlenkrad M leather steering wheel
S775A
Dachhimmel anthrazit Headlining anthracite
S780A
BMW LM Rad M Parallelspeiche BMW LA wheel, M parallel spoke
S785A
Blinkleuchten weiss White direction indicator lights
L801A
Länderausführung Deutschland National Version Germany
S863A
Händlerverzeichnis Europa Retailer Directory Europe
S879A
Bordliteratur deutsch On-board vehicle literature German
S978A
Innovationspackage Innovation package


Code Information
S431A
Innenspiegel automatisch abblendend Interior mirror with automatic-dip
S602A
Bordmonitor mit TV On-board monitor with TV
S694A
Vorbereitung BMW 6 CD Wechsler Provisions for BMW 6 CD changer

[mccrackenj]

mccrackenj said:

SuperHangOn said:

Krikkit said:

Oil pressure looks a touch high for a warm engine as well, no?

Either way this is a good area to buy from, right on the borders of a very well-moneyed and retirement area. My parents are about 5 miles away, I could pop up and take a look next weekend as I'm heading over if anyone fancies it and needs a preliminary.


I quite like the look of this 300CE coming up at Anglia next month

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It would need re-ambering, but could be a good buy for a couple of bags if it looks nice.

http://www.angliacarauctions.co.uk/en/classic-auct...

Edited by Krikkit on Friday 22 May 23:23

Equally interesting is the maroon 300CE - it was for sale in John Haynes showroom not long ago (at just under £5k). I had a nose at it while in there and it looked a very nice one. Just needed some leather seats.

What colour was it exactly? It looks like Barolo, in which case it would be solid rather than metallic?

I love the colour and the spec!

Seriously tempted to register to bid by phone, but I must resist, I must . .

Does anyone remember the red one being on this thread when it was for sale in John Haynes? I'm 90% sure I saw it on here somewhere but can't find it.

[harrykul]

It was on here, probably volume 4 as it was definitely last year.

Think the colour is pajett red. Lovely car, with great spec.

[CharlesdeGaulle]

Over the past week or so, we've had these sorts of messages:

CharlesdeGaulle said:

S3_Graham said:

CharlesdeGaulle said:

Located near Farnborough. Otherwise destined for the tip prior to a house move.

Didn't realise you were in Farnborough? I work at the airport and live near Hook. ALawson that PM'd about my 124 is in Fleet. Thats 3 of us pretty damn close!

We ought to meet up in a 'sad-men-off-the-internet' sort of way.

In all seriousness, would be good to look at each other's cars and talk st for an hour sometime.

ALawson said:

Unfortunately I only have two old Hondas, one isn't running and the other is a diesel estate (could bring the wife's Jazz)!

Have any of the Hampshire lot been to visit this chap? http://www.charlesironside.co.uk/

idiotgap said:

Due to a professional twist of fate today, seems I'm going to have some time on my hands. I'd be up for a trip out to compare notes. Based not so far away in East Surrey.

Kinky said:

Make that 4. Work in Hook and live in Sunningdale

KrisP said:

I'm another in the vicinity also

There may be others local-ish too of course.

Any appetite for a meet? Anyone planning to head to Bournemouth for the Wheels Festival? I'm going tomorrow.

Anyone around next weekend? Any thoughts or preferences for a location?

[cat220]

harrykul said:

0a said:

harrykul said:

Speaking of which, I could do with a co-pilot this sunday/monday from Hamburg-London with some v12 lovliness.....

Do tell us more!

I can't do it myself but what's the V12?!

It's very O/T, so I didn't elaborate. I realised my dream- 1999 550 Maranello, Grigio Titanio, Bordeaux Leather, Black carpets.

ETA: the trip might fall through as my passport was sent to Germany for the transit documentation and hasn't arrived back yet!

Congratulations! What a fantastic car! Looking forward to seeing the pics too.