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by MrBMW78
Thu May 04, 2006 10:52 am
Forum: Other BMW Chat
Topic: 19" ALPINA Alloys???
Replies: 31
Views: 1080

winkeye LOOKS LIKE I TOUCHED A FEW NERVES THERE....HAHA... I SAID IT BEFORE AND I WILL SAY IT AGAIN...17" ALPINA REPLICAS DO AND WILL ALWAYS LOOK BETTER THAN THE ORIGINAL 16" WHEELS, WHOEVER DISAGREE CAN THROW IN STATS, QUALITY ETC ETC...THAT IS EXPECTED OF COURSE THE ORIGINAL IS A BETTER OVERALL WH...
by MrBMW78
Wed May 03, 2006 8:46 pm
Forum: Other BMW Chat
Topic: 19" ALPINA Alloys???
Replies: 31
Views: 1080

lol winkeye sorry but that information can not be disclosed. Have checked ebay with no luck, will keep searching. I am not really in a rush as the alloys i have are still good and also have continental sport rubber all around. Replicas look crap on the 5series as they don't fill the rear arches. A s...
by MrBMW78
Wed May 03, 2006 5:54 pm
Forum: Other BMW Chat
Topic: 19" ALPINA Alloys???
Replies: 31
Views: 1080

If you're on about those nasty reps as per your sig I can't help sorry.[/quote] Nasty reps?! hmm, i would have to disagree, they were just fine for the e30, saying that i would not put alpina reps on my e34. As ive heard YOU ARE WERE AFTER ALPINA REPS YOURSELF A WHILE AGO!! word goes around...lmao.....
by MrBMW78
Tue May 02, 2006 11:20 pm
Forum: Other BMW Chat
Topic: 19" ALPINA Alloys???
Replies: 31
Views: 1080

19" ALPINA Alloys???

Hi to all who read this! DOES ANYONE KNOW IF 19" ALPINAS ARE AVAILABLE for the e34 or any other E-number at that? NOT THE NEW DESIGN, but the classic ALPINA WHEELS AS SEEN ON MANY E30s. IF YOU'RE STILL ~CONFUSED AS TO WHICH I MEAN, the one's on my sig bellow winkeye I HAVE SEARCHED THE WEB TODAY AND...
by MrBMW78
Mon Apr 24, 2006 10:53 am
Forum: Other BMW Chat
Topic: Any1 gone from E30 to E34?
Replies: 75
Views: 3260

M5pilot that is one sweet motor.
by MrBMW78
Thu Apr 20, 2006 11:13 pm
Forum: Other BMW Chat
Topic: Any1 gone from E30 to E34?
Replies: 75
Views: 3260

the search has come to an end.

I have found the e34 i was looking for, i knw this is a old post, but i felt the need to conclude it. i ended up buying a manual 525i 24v vanos on a j plate, the car is coooool and am loving it, some mentioned the leg room is not much different to the e30...u were vry wrong, it is true when the seat...
by MrBMW78
Sun Apr 16, 2006 10:02 pm
Forum: Other BMW Chat
Topic: Is there an E34 forum?
Replies: 18
Views: 794

I have just gone from a e30 to a e34 525i 24v sport, manual... :D Go for it.........Well worth it.
by MrBMW78
Fri Apr 14, 2006 8:37 pm
Forum: Members' E30s
Topic: SPOT THE DIFFERENCE.....
Replies: 5
Views: 435

To get the wheels worked on - I have heard good things about Lepsons www.lepsons.com in Gillingham down in Kent Also there's a firm called - Spit and Polish - but apparently Lepsons are better. Although looking at the mock-up picture the polished rim makes the wheels look smaller and not in such go...
by MrBMW78
Thu Apr 13, 2006 9:46 pm
Forum: Care and Detailing
Topic: Alloy rim only referb How much?
Replies: 17
Views: 517

thanks all...will search the www.....
by MrBMW78
Thu Apr 13, 2006 6:15 pm
Forum: Care and Detailing
Topic: Alloy rim only referb How much?
Replies: 17
Views: 517

Widge wrote:Oh sorry "just the outer rim" do it your self mate. May take some time but well worth it.
Hello mate. Do you have any idea of products needed for the JOB, I ask because i don't think standard wheel polish will give me the desired look? thanks :D
by MrBMW78
Wed Apr 12, 2006 8:55 pm
Forum: Care and Detailing
Topic: Alloy rim only referb How much?
Replies: 17
Views: 517

The rims are almost new and are barely touched by the kerb monster. I just fancy changing the aesthetic of the wheel. £60 average im sure is for the whole wheel. I ask the question as i just want the price to reflect the amount of work that needs done. I used photoshop to show how i want them to l...
by MrBMW78
Wed Apr 12, 2006 7:37 pm
Forum: Care and Detailing
Topic: Alloy rim only referb How much?
Replies: 17
Views: 517

Alloy rim only referb How much?

How much would just the outer rim of a wheel be to referb per wheel????????????, if you want pics look at the topic in 'photo gallery' "Spot the difference".....That post has gone out of topic as per usual... :roll:

So if anyone can do it or knows of where let me know. THX
by MrBMW78
Wed Apr 12, 2006 7:22 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: 900HP E30
Replies: 14
Views: 685

That vid was ammmmmmazzzzzzzziiiiingg.... WO' wld love to drive that e30
by MrBMW78
Wed Apr 12, 2006 3:45 pm
Forum: Members' E30s
Topic: SPOT THE DIFFERENCE.....
Replies: 5
Views: 435

maxfield wrote:Lip on the bottom pic is shiny :wink:
Yes that's the idea.....lol
by MrBMW78
Wed Apr 12, 2006 3:33 pm
Forum: Members' E30s
Topic: SPOT THE DIFFERENCE.....
Replies: 5
Views: 435

SPOT THE DIFFERENCE.....

The magic of photoshop, This is what i want done to my wheels. It is a case of a simple refurb to the outer rim. I want the face to look brighter ie silver coated or high polished possibly. Some companys do a whole wheel for £15 + vat each. I just want the edges done, if anyone can do me a good pr...
by MrBMW78
Wed Apr 12, 2006 3:22 pm
Forum: Members' E30s
Topic: THe E30 has gone.........MRBMW78
Replies: 10
Views: 564

stevetigger wrote:Just a little play on words and stuff winkeye

You know I was only messing! :cool:
Lol :wink: winkeye :wink:
by MrBMW78
Tue Apr 11, 2006 9:10 am
Forum: Members' E30s
Topic: JAZZED UP MY BOOT A LITTLE !!
Replies: 51
Views: 1834

That looks cool...Im feeling the mirror reflecting the ice bellow, nice touch.
by MrBMW78
Mon Apr 10, 2006 10:07 pm
Forum: Members' E30s
Topic: THe E30 has gone.........MRBMW78
Replies: 10
Views: 564

The 5series is more comfortable, bigger, more toys inside, more sophisticated and better built But not as quick! winkeye You should work in media....You missed out the most important part of the quote...lol. winkeye ."The 5series is more comfortable, bigger, more toys inside, more sophisticated and...
by MrBMW78
Mon Apr 10, 2006 9:15 pm
Forum: Members' E30s
Topic: THe E30 has gone.........MRBMW78
Replies: 10
Views: 564

[quote="ed325i"]Nice one I have just got one as well Looks nice in red also....Seemed to me like a natural progression going frm e30-e34, if anyone is thinking of doing it i highly recomend it.....The 5series is more comfortable, bigger, more toys inside, more sophisticated and better built, but it ...
by MrBMW78
Mon Apr 10, 2006 5:52 pm
Forum: Members' E30s
Topic: THe E30 has gone.........MRBMW78
Replies: 10
Views: 564

Re: new car

[quote="nidul"]nice e34, is it an m5 or m535i?quote] LOL None of the above........i was actually looking for a 535i sport when searching for the 5 series. I came across this one and could'nt let it pass...... It's a 525i sport 24v vanos. When my wife starts driving i am going to persuade her to get ...
by MrBMW78
Mon Apr 10, 2006 1:44 pm
Forum: Members' E30s
Topic: THe E30 has gone.........MRBMW78
Replies: 10
Views: 564

THe E30 has gone.........MRBMW78

This is my new toy. :D http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a37/MRBMW78/size3002.jpg http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a37/MRBMW78/size300.jpg http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a37/MRBMW78/size3003.jpg http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a37/MRBMW78/DSC04296.jpg http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a37/MRBMW78/D...
by MrBMW78
Tue Mar 14, 2006 1:30 pm
Forum: Members' E30s
Topic: PICTURES OF THE WHITERHINO
Replies: 10
Views: 617

Nice car...Trust me that means a lot coming from me (I don't like white cars)
Looking good...
by MrBMW78
Tue Mar 14, 2006 1:00 pm
Forum: Members' E30s
Topic: Pre- SALE pictures.....
Replies: 6
Views: 485

Any more details available?? Its spec is impressive for a 316i... Sorry but you will have to wait and see... When i write the add for the sale ill cut and paste it on here. All details will be revealed when i put it up for sale in the comming weeks. As im searching for another car, once i buy it i ...
by MrBMW78
Tue Mar 14, 2006 10:51 am
Forum: Members' E30s
Topic: Pre- SALE pictures.....
Replies: 6
Views: 485

Pre- SALE pictures.....

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a37/MRBMW78/BMWE30.jpg http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a37/MRBMW78/DSCF0079.jpg The dash and interior is pitch black, thats just the lighting making it look grey...seats are grey and black heated. http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a37/MRBMW78/DSCF0078.jpg http://i8....
by MrBMW78
Fri Mar 03, 2006 9:41 am
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: E30 Never seaases to amaze ME!!!
Replies: 21
Views: 677

So... What make battery is it? Hi. The Battery is a standard 316i E30 Halfords battery and covers afew other models, i do not remember which ones. If i remember correctly the 318is comes under the battery's scope...So you may be able to use it. Don't quote me on that, best bet is to try Halfords. L...
by MrBMW78
Thu Mar 02, 2006 11:38 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: E30 Never seaases to amaze ME!!!
Replies: 21
Views: 677

"Surely it's the battery that's good? " Guys come on now of course i know it's the battery....Allow me this Pleasure of praising my E30......lol Most other cars would have drawn more power from the battery If the same sittuation would have passed. I called a friend who is also on the e30zone and men...
by MrBMW78
Thu Mar 02, 2006 9:43 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: E30 Never seaases to amaze ME!!!
Replies: 21
Views: 677

E30 Never seaases to amaze ME!!!

I left my car today at 9am to get to work.
I returned at 6.10pm to be exact only to find that i left my lights ON...

I open the door, Turned the key and the car started first time....No problem starting what so ever.

WOW...YES that is 9 hours with the lights on........

Good Ol E30 BMW :wink:
by MrBMW78
Tue Feb 28, 2006 10:43 pm
Forum: Other BMW Chat
Topic: Any1 gone from E30 to E34?
Replies: 75
Views: 3260

yeah its a late H reg think is a 91 not sure. im going to fit the face lift front to it make it better they look a bit odd with the norrow grill No way no how does the facelift grill look better than the pre-face grill...lol But then again it is all down to each persons individual taste. I prefer t...
by MrBMW78
Tue Feb 28, 2006 10:12 am
Forum: Other BMW Chat
Topic: Any1 gone from E30 to E34?
Replies: 75
Views: 3260

seems a bit steep, theres one in my local paper, f plate 535i with full leather interior and 65000 miles for Ԛ£900.only down side is that its white.got to be worth that for a run around im thinking winkeye Hi. Is there any chance you could forward the contact details my way PM me if nessisary....
by MrBMW78
Tue Feb 28, 2006 10:07 am
Forum: Other BMW Chat
Topic: Any1 gone from E30 to E34?
Replies: 75
Views: 3260

Im having some technical difficulty with posting the picture, i will try later.
by MrBMW78
Tue Feb 28, 2006 9:47 am
Forum: Other BMW Chat
Topic: Any1 gone from E30 to E34?
Replies: 75
Views: 3260

I do love my E30, but its not just the rear leg roon im concerned about, with a E34 i could put the two push chairs a bit of shopping and also have my humungus sub in the back...Some one mentioned the arm rest, yes they are the bolloks..... All the prices mentioned above...am i looking in the wrong ...
by MrBMW78
Mon Feb 27, 2006 9:14 pm
Forum: Other BMW Chat
Topic: Any1 gone from E30 to E34?
Replies: 75
Views: 3260

Thanks all for the posts. I have read them all and the main things im getting from them are that they are cheap to buy, and the M50 engine's are the ones to go for. Andy Touring you mentioned "Friend has just bought a 535 with 124k & genuine Alpinas for Ԛ£700." That is cheap mate. Wow can not g...
by MrBMW78
Mon Feb 27, 2006 12:22 am
Forum: Other BMW Chat
Topic: Any1 gone from E30 to E34?
Replies: 75
Views: 3260

Any1 gone from E30 to E34?

The family is getting bigger and the e30 feels small... I am looking at e34s simply because they look like the E30 after a pie eating contest! Any advise on e34s from the E30 zone massive...lol I have been looking at 525i s and 535i s The last one i viewed was black, imaculate leather interior nice ...
by MrBMW78
Mon Feb 27, 2006 12:14 am
Forum: Members' E30s
Topic: CAB fans def check this one out!!
Replies: 63
Views: 2521

i know it says bbs on the centre caps but what model wheels are they how much would they be for a set and where would a stockist be!!! would you have to modify the arches for those to fit they look awesome! I vaiguely remember seeing a set of these alloys on the German ebay site...they were on a au...
by MrBMW78
Thu Jan 12, 2006 6:09 pm
Forum: Members' E30s
Topic: CAB fans def check this one out!!
Replies: 63
Views: 2521

If you copy and paste the web site to ur browser there are many more on the web site all in german but you can work it out very simply by looking at the pics....By far that was the best one i saw......Cnt fkn get over it.....im def getting a cab now.....