My '96 328i, automatic, with 129000+ miles, was just diagnosed as having a
bad transmission.  I had the dealer do a transmission service in hope of
that fixing the problem, but no joy.  So now I need a new tranny.  The car
is in otherwise good shape.  Wheels and tires about a ...

thinking of doing it myself.
I have access to a  cheap repair shop to take off tires
and use a lift.
how hard of a job is it ?

I have a 2001 year 5 series - the AC/heater  fan blower stopped working so I
went to check if the fuse is blown.
I can't find the fuse - it is listed as # 76; rated at 40A.
The fuse is not in the glove box, or in the trunk.

I posted this three weeks ago but it never appeared on my
News Server, although it did appear on Google Groups.  But I
didn't receive any responses, so I'll give it one more try.
Does anyone know if the E46 Car/Key memory setting called

whats the best way to lubricate the sunroof mechanism on a 316i????
any help appreciated......
working fine(touch wood) just had a lot of rain and just a thought
ta

I can't seem to find the manual that I want.  Bently's E30 deal only covers
to 1990, and then picks the 318is up in '92.  I don't know which is better
to get, the one that covers the proper body style or the one that convers my
engine.  I imagine there must be another option that ...

Prices are similar, although the 911 is a tad more expensive, but I'm
split between the two.
I've read the M3 is more edgy and unrefined, but a blast to drive...
while the 911 is smoother and everything just seems to work perfectly

I'm considering buying a '87 E30 325i cabriolet. The car looks
promising, without too much rust. Brakelines, fuel lines, cabriolet have
been changed the last two years, same with the calipers and brakediscs.
I am mostly worried about the engine and worn camshafts, bad

I suspect that my secondary air pump is or has failed.  When I cold
start the engine I get a loud whiring noise for a few minutes,
especially when I turn the wheels, and then it goes away until the next
cold start. I have a few questions:

I am still battling a problem with my 93 318is for about 10 months
now.  It runs strong when cold but as it reaches normal operating temp,
it seems to bog down when the accelerator is applied medium to hard.  I
have learned to back of the accelerator just a bit and the hesitation

2002 330d with no cooling air the drive belt is fine, the fan works, and the
pump rotates when A/C is selected.  Does anyone have an idea of what to look
at?

I'm looking at a 2001 E39 BMW 530i with 140k. It has FSH with the last stamp
at 139k. There are 6 stamps in total, meaning that this car has covered an
average of 23k miles between services.
Now, to me, this seems like a long time. Is it at the top end of what you

I was under the impression this group was for BMW-related stuff (like 99% of
what I do see).
ENOUGH with the hate bullshit and the trolls. Has the group moderator, if
there is one, been observing this mess? I thought we were out of grade

Auto Bmw models
http://www.vendiauto.com/auto-nuove/auto-BMW.html

I am ready to upgrade to a new car (new for me at least).  As of the
current moment in time, my ideal choice would be 2002-2004 3-Series ci
2-door coupe with Auto Transmission, Premium Package, and Sport
Package.  Obviously I want to find one with low miles that still has a