westbrookfan24 asked:


I just bought this 2005 BMW 330ci with the zhp package 5 days ago, while i was driving today i heard this noise coming from my engine underneath the valve cover. This car still has the factory 4 year 50k mile warranty and its also a certified pre owned bmw so basically i have a warranty until jan 28th 2011 or 100k miles. Now is every component in the engine covered in this warranty?

Tyrone

Luke Scott asked:


BMW is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of quality cars and motorbikes and is the parent company of the MINI and Rolls-Royce car brands. The acronym BMW stands for “Bayerische Motoren Werke” - or “Bavarian Motor Works” in English.

BMW models are categorised based on what “Series” the car model is, for example, the 3 Series. BMW has a long history in motor racing, having been involved in motorsport since the creation of the first BMW motorcycle.

 

BMW HISTORY

BMW was founded in 1913 to make aircraft engines, shifting to motorbike production in 1923 and cars in 1929. Its factories were damaged during WWII and machine tools were confiscated by the Allies. BMW gradually recovered and in 1967 bought company Hans Glas GmbH, one of whose plants was to become the largest BMW factory.

BMW bought the Rover Group in 1994, selling MG, Rover & Land Rover in 2000 but retaining the rights to build the new MINI, launched in 2001.

 

BMW FACTS

Type: Public company Founded: 1913 Headquarters: Munich, Germany Key People: Dr. Norbert Reithofer, Chairman Industry: Automotive Products: Automobiles, Motorcycles Subsidiaries: MINI, Rolls-Royce

 

FEATURED MODELS

BMW 3 SERIES - a compact executive car made since 1975, the BMW 3 Series has been produced over five different generations and many different bodystyles. It is BMW’s best selling car BMW 5 SERIES - a mid-size luxury car made since 1972, the BMW 5 Series is now in its fifth generation and is made in both saloon and touring body styles BMW M3 - a high performance version of the compact BMW 3-Series BMW M5 - a high-performance version of the BMW 5-Series made by BMW Motorsport BMW X3 - a compact luxury SUV advertised by BMW as an SAV, or ‘Sport Activity Vehicle’ based on the BMW 3-Series platform BMW X5 - a mid-sized luxury SUV sold by BMW since 1999, featuring four-wheel

 











DID YOU KNOW?

In 1956, the BMW 507 sports car was introduced but only a total of 252 were built. Most of the work was carried out by hand and the cars were individually customised to meet each buyer’s wishes The BMW Z3 was introduced in 1996 shortly after being featured in the James Bond film “GoldenEye” In the 1990s BMW returned to making aircraft engines in a joint venture with Rolls Royce PLC In 1992, BMW outsold Mercedes for the first time in Europe In 2001, BMW introduced a BMW Films website, showing its sporty models being driven to extremes, but took the website offline in October 2005. The short films were directed by the likes of Guy Ritchie

 



 



 



 



Carolyn

Abhisekkmr asked:


 

BMW- Which person on this earth have not heard this word? When we talk about BMW then it means luxury, passion, style and power under one roof. Every part of this vehicle is designed in the best way it can be done. So it is necessary that BMW tail lights should also be extraordinary, which can be found on BMW tail lights website at lowest price from any where else. BMW tail lights enhance the vehicle look to a large extent. You can find various types of BMW tail lights such as BMW LED tail lights, Smoked tail lights or updated clear tail lights. BMW tail lights found here are in ready to install position. Just open the bolt of older tail light and place the new tail light there. There is no need of any type of wiring and soldering. BMW tail lights found here meets DOT specifications which gives reliable and quality operation.

 

At present, there are more than 14 models of BMW which are running on the road. BMW tail lights of all the models in various options and at lowest price. All you have to do is to choose the right BMW tail lights for your model and install it in less than 20 minutes. Some of popular BMW tail lights available are:

 

- E32 LED Tail Lights (87-94) — $240 - $260.

 

- E32 Smoke Tail Lights (87-94) –$240 - $260.

 

- E34 Red Clear LED Tail Lights (85-95) — $180 - $200.

 

- E34 Smoke Tail Lights (88-95) — $180 - $200.

 

- E36 2DR Full LED Tail Lights (92-99) – $340 - $350.

 

- E36 2DR Red Smoke Tail Lights (92-99) — $100 - $120.

 

- E38 Crystal All Smoke Tail Lights (95-01) — $150 - $170.

 

- E38 LED Tail Lights 750 (95-01) — $200 - $210.

 

- E39 Red Clear LED Tail Lights (97-01) — $300 - $330.

 

- E39 M5 Red Crystal Tail Lights (97-00) — $120 - $140.

 

- E46 2DR Red Clear Tail Lights (99-01) — $230 - $250.

 

- E46 2DR Red Smoke Tail Lights (99-06) — $140 - $150.

 

- E53 Chrome Tail Lights Trim Rim (00-06) — $60 - $70.

 

- E60 Red Clear LED Tail Lights (04-08) — $320 - $340.

 

- E60 Smoked Red LED Tail Lights (04-08) –$320 - $340.

 

- E63/E64 6 Series LED Tail Lights (04-08 — $1000 - $1100.

 

- E70 European Tail Lights (07 +) — $ 780 - $810.

 

- E90 Clear LED Tail Lights (06 +) — $320 - $330.

 

- E90 Smoke LED Tail Lights (06 +) — $320 - $330.

 

- Z3 Red Clear Tail Lights (96-02) — $ 230 - $250.

 

- Z3 Tail Lights (97-00) — $260 - $280.

 

This is not the complete list of BMW tail lights. You can find many more than these; all you have to do is choose the correct one for your BMW. All these BMW tail lights are in superb quality and design. You will never regret choosing these BMW tail lights. Apart from these, there are some more BMW tail lights which are launching in January 2009. These are:

 

- E39 Red Clear Tail Lights (01-03) — $120 - $140.

 

- E90 Clear LED Tail Lights (06 +) — $320 - $330.

 

- E38 LED Tail Lights 750 — $200- $220.

 

- E90 Smoke LED Tail Lights (06 +) — $320 - $330.

 

- E32 Smoke Tail Lights (87-94) - $260 - $280.

 

- E34 Red Clear LED Tail Lights (89-95) — $180 - $200.

 

- E53 Chrome Tail Lights Trim Rim (00-06) — $60 - $80.

 

- E39 M5 LED Crystal Tail Lights — $180 - $200.

 

All these new launches will be available from January 2009. These BMW tail lights are found at the lowest price here on the website. These BMW tail lights would definitely give a enhanced look to your model.

 

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Harry

ipodthis123 asked:


Was wondering about possible aftermarket stereos to install in an 02 BMW 325 that just doesn’t look totally out of place with the rest of the car something that flows with the layout of the dash and all. Thanks
not needing something with gps or dvd playback something basic simple but could play iphone or ipod and just goes the the layout. Something inexpensive.

Ruben

Abhisekkmr asked:


A BMW E46 wheels gives a stunning and striking look to your BMW car. This can create a dramatic difference in your BMW performance and looks also. On our website you will find wheels for M3, 323i, 323ci, 323cic, 325i, 325ci, 325cic, 328i, 328ci, 330i, 330ci and 330cic. These wheels are made up of materials of best quality. It gives good look, best fitting and great style. These BMW E46 wheels are available in different sizes and styles.  

BMW is a car of modern period and there are lots of options for enhancing it or giving it an entirely new look, according to your style. Nowadays it is possible to make a vehicle sportier. Just by changing the BMW E46 wheels you are giving a much better look or you can say that giving it a sportier look. There are various types of BMW wheels in the market. You have a lot of options. Some best BMW wheels available are:  

17 Inch Black BMW Wheels Staggered Style 003 — $830 - $840.  

18 Inch Black BMW Wheels Staggered Style 005 — $760 - $770.  

19 Inch Black Wheels Staggered River Style 021 — $1200 - $1230.  

Choosing the perfect BMW wheels for your BMW is very important. Because many times it happens that you are going by your side and just saw a vehicle whose wheels are looking better than yours. This always happens. But you can avoid this by just taking your time at the time of choosing the wheels for your own vehicle. Always remember that you can make beautiful anything, all you have to do is to find the perfect match. This is the most important thing while enhancing anything or upgrading any vehicle.

BMW E46 wheels are very durable and strong because of the material used for manufacturing them. The overall wheel strength is very high because of the use of alloy materials enhanced with the stainless steel. BMW wheels fittings are perfect so they give a perfect performance and have a long life. Lots of researches and experiments are done before bringing them in the market. So while buying a BMW wheels don’t bother about the quality. Some best new launches of BMW wheels are:

17 Inch Silver M3 Style BMW Wheels BM-M3 — $700 - $710.  

18 Inch Black BMW Wheels Euro-80B — $890 - $900.  

18 Inch Black Wheels Staggered BM-M3B — $840 - $850.  

19 Inch Black BMW Wheels Staggard Style 021 — $1000 - $1100.  

19 Inch Chrome BMW Wheels Euro-820C — $1190 - $1200.  

19 Inch Silver BMW Wheels Staggered Euro-860S — $1090 - $1100.  

BMW is a car who deserves the best wheels only, made up of high quality metals and alloys. It is not necessary that only the costly things are good. BMW wheels are also available in various ranges. Sometimes people get good discounts also. But this doesn’t mean that you should wait for that only. Sometime you have to pay some more for good quality. After all it is a matter of safety of the passengers. So never try to save some money by risking your safety. There are many online stores who sell these high quality BMW wheels at cheap prices. You can also see a live demo of these products. There are lots of options because it is not necessary to change your vehicle when you get tired of seeing your vehicle’s old look. You can do some upgrade and be sure that it really changes the look of your vehicle. Sometimes it gives entirely a new look.  

Judy

lacrosse2lax asked:


I want to get the new BMW 335d diesel sedan, but am curious how much it is going to cost. Who here knows how much it will be?

Theresa

kevin963 asked:


I replaced my battery without knowing that it’ll reset the radio. I don’t have the manual or anything that came along with the car, but I do have the registration papers for the car. I tried bringing it to a BMW dealership but they’re charging me $150 for the code. Thanks in advance for helping out.

-Kevin

Tanya

Max Rossi asked:


If you own a BMW chances are you have scoured the internet searching for great deals on BMW parts and accessories. Who can blame you? BMW’s are infamous for their great handling, but with great handling comes the associated wear and tear of the suspension and steering parts (ie BMW control arms and thrust arms). When these parts begin to wear, its not surprising when you get an outrageous quote from a dealership for hundreds, if not several thousands of dollars to replace these steering and suspension parts. I’m just using BMW control arms as an example, but its across the board for any European cars such as Mercedes, Audi, Volvo, and Volkswagen.

You have now made a decision to do your own due diligence and attempt to source the parts outside of a dealership to save you a little bit of money. You will quickly become overwhelmed by the amount of company’s brands and products to choose from and may be confused by the jargon used in the aftermarket and OEM parts industry. Terms such as genuine, aftermarket, OEM, OES, and OEA. I will end all of this confusion right here and right now.



Genuine BMW Parts: Genuine BMW parts come in Genuine BMW packaging. Plain and simple. If its not in a Genuine BMW box, or has a BMW stamp on it, it is not considered a Genuine BMW Part. Keep in mind BMW does not actually manufacture these parts, they are subcontracted to companies that manufacture the specific product. The company that manufactures the particular part for BMW is called the Original Equipment Manufacturer.

OEM BMW Parts: OEM stands for Original Equipment Manufacturer. It is essentially the same product as a Genuine BMW Part, however the manufacturer has sold the product in their own packaging instead of sending it directly to BMW to be packaged under the BMW name.

OEA/ OES BMW Parts: Stands for either Original Equipment Aftermarket or Original equipment supplier. A company may manufacture genuine parts for Audi, Volkswagen, Mercedes, or other car maker, but if they have never manufactured a part for BMW, they will never be considered a genuine BMW part or OEM BMW part.

Aftermarket BMW Part: An aftermarket BMW part is manufactured by a company that has never been contracted by a major car maker to be their Original Equipment manufacturer. Although the company has never been contracted by a major auto maker, the parts are made to fit and perform as well as the OEM since they are generally produced with the same materials and machinery.



Our purpose here is not to be deceitful. As you move down the chain, the instances of coming across a BMW part that is inferior in quality will increase. Now that you are an educated consumer you can use this information along with checking the warranty policy and credentials of the company to make the best decision along the way.

FCP Groton is one of the leading worldwide automotive parts distributors in the world. Find out more information by visiting FCPGROTON.



Warren

Wayne Hemrick asked:


If you are one of the many BMW owners who use their cell phones while driving you can benefit tremendously from installing a BMW Bluetooth module in your car. There are many benefits to be gained from a BMW Bluetooth module including added value, functionality, and above all, safety to your vehicle.

Has This Happened to You?

In 2005, a woman in Portland, Oregon was chatting on her cell phone while driving across one of that city’s many bridges. She was so distracted that she lost control of the vehicle, broke through the guardrail and plummeted 60 feet into the Willamette River, where she and her vehicle sank under 55 feet of water. Amazingly, she survived with only minor cuts and bruises.

A man in Indianapolis, Indiana was not so lucky. While talking on his cell phone, he missed a stop sign. He was broadsided by a dump truck and killed instantly. Ironically, he had been talking to a funeral director, making arrangements for his brother who had died similarly the day before, running a red light as he was using a cell phone while trying to drive.

All too common in todays world, these incidents clearly illustrate the best reason to install a

BMW Bluetooth module in your vehicle.

Safety – and Convenience

A BMW Bluetooth module uses technology that is an outgrowth of radio. Using low-band, unlicensed frequencies, Bluetooth protocols allow an astonishing array of digital devices from personal computers to cell phones and even game consoles to communicate with one another securely over short distances (under 100 meters). This makes it ideal for integrating your cell phone with your BMW vehicle’s sound system.

Installing a BMW Bluetooth module allows you to access your cell phone using the buttons on your steering wheel. Data (such as phone numbers) can be displayed on the instrument panel, and you can receive incoming calls over your OEM radio. Voice command allows you to “dial” the number you want to call by simply speaking the numbers – or, if you’ve programmed it, the name of the party you’re trying to reach.

Once your BMW Bluetooth module is installed and you have a compatible headset, you’ll enjoy the convenience and safety of “hands-off” operation. You won’t have to take your eyes off the road nor remove your hands from the steering wheel.

Even More Features

What’s even better about Bavarian Soundwerk’s BMW Bluetooth module is that your cell phone will automatically interrupt any programming that may be playing on the radio – you won’t need to worry about missed calls.

The BMW Bluetooth module is easy to install and inexpensive to own. It will add tremendous value and functionality to your vehicle while allowing you to use your cell phone in the car in greater safety. See for yourself by getting your BMW Bluetooth module today.



Cindy

Hailey Kerr asked:


In September, BMW’s best selling 5 Series will be equipped with a new engine that exhibits increased power output while economy and emissions figures both improve at the same time. The new four-cylinder single-turbocharged powerplant is capable

Such an improvement has led to refined performance figures with the zero to 62mph reached in 8.3 seconds in the Saloon as compared to the previous 8.6 seconds.

With quality BMW window regulator, the 5 Series has a top speed of 144mph.

Since then, a BMW 520d has always made sound financial sense. Further monetary incentive is on offer with the new 1,995cc engine in place.

And because modern engines are built to reduce gas consumption, the model achieves greater fuel economy with a combined 55.4mpg figure.

With a CO2 emissions figure of 136g/km the vehicle sees to drop into Band C for Vehicle Excise Duty saving an owner further expenditure. And with the new engine in the Touring model, similar impressive figures are achieved. The 520d Touring achieves a zero to 62mph time of 8.5 seconds. This is a combined consumption figure of 53.3mpg and 140g/km emissions.

The powerplant in the 520d reaches its class-leading performance figures courtesy of Efficient-Dynamics technology plus Brake Energy Regeneration, active aerodynamics, optimum gear shift indicator and low rolling resistance tires. You can buy a BMW 520d Saloon from £27,190 OTR while at £29,200 OTR you can afford to have the 520d Touring.

About BMW

Along with its automotive concerns such as building quality auto parts, the BMW Group’s activities encompass the development, production and marketing of motorcycles, as well as comprehensive financial services for private and business customers.

With BMW, MINI and Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, the group is the only car maker in the world to pursue a purely premium strategy for all market sectors covered by its brands, from exclusive smaller cars to top-of-the-range luxury limousines.

Other business interests of the group are insurance (Bavaria Wirtschaftsagentur GmbH), IT consulting and systems integration (Softlab GmbH).

The BMW Group claims to have: outstanding brands with an unmistakable profile; automobiles and motorcycles that mesmerize people all over the world and which win mass of new admirers every day; and a degree of success which sees the BMW Group go from strength to strength.

To achieve its aims, the company knows how to utilize its strengths with an efficiency that is unparalleled with any other group in the automotive industry. BMW Group is committed to the very highest in quality for all its products and services from research and development to sales and marketing. The company’s phenomenal success is a proof of its strategy’s accuracy.



Charlotte