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by E30Derbyshire
Wed Dec 03, 2025 8:38 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: New Hood
Replies: 6
Views: 2007

Re: New Hood

I used this company when my other half’s MX5 needed a new hood last year, they supplied and fitted a mohair hood with glass window. The service was amazing, very professional, the hood was top quality and fitted like a glove, and we’ve not had any issues. Worth a look.

https://thesofttopshop.com/
by E30Derbyshire
Sat Oct 04, 2025 12:01 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: SI Board battery replacement
Replies: 10
Views: 11699

Re: SI Board battery replacement

Hi,

Yes it certainly did, works perfectly, and nice to know I don’t have to worry about future battery issues. Well worth the expenditure.
by E30Derbyshire
Tue Sep 16, 2025 9:32 am
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: 36k and counting
Replies: 3
Views: 1769

Re: 36k and counting

Speedtouch wrote:
Mon Sep 15, 2025 12:56 pm
Wow, that is low mileage! What year is it?
1985, I think a 15 year rest in the garage before recommissioning might have helped a little!
by E30Derbyshire
Sun Sep 14, 2025 5:53 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: 36k and counting
Replies: 3
Views: 1769

36k and counting

A run out in the 318i this morning, just clicked over to 36k
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by E30Derbyshire
Sun Jun 15, 2025 7:10 am
Forum: E30 Videos
Topic: 318is restoration
Replies: 1
Views: 6797

318is restoration

Just stumbled across this channel, lots of rust repairs underway

https://youtu.be/kTLZz0wc0Ck?si=kA6oPAft23nW-vf1
by E30Derbyshire
Thu Jan 16, 2025 4:36 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: Blocked fuel return line inside tank
Replies: 4
Views: 4395

Re: Blocked fuel return line inside tank

Fuel tanks are still available new from BMW, but they ain’t cheap!
by E30Derbyshire
Sun Oct 27, 2024 10:20 am
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: Mechanic/garage Midlands area..
Replies: 3
Views: 3451

Re: Mechanic/garage Midlands area..

Hi,

Hughes Brothers in Derby look after my e30 and I can’t speak highly enough of them. Speak to Paul, he’s an ex e30 owner, and if they can’t do it I’m sure he will point you in the right direction of someone good locally that will.

Brian
by E30Derbyshire
Tue Jul 30, 2024 5:32 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: Mechanic/Garage Required - Essex/London
Replies: 5
Views: 4568

Re: Mechanic/Garage Required - Essex/London

I’m not sure if he’s still taking on work, but try Paul from P Waight Motor Engineers in Chadwell T: 01375 845849.

Top bloke, used to look after my e30 and my Mercs when we used to live in Essex.
by E30Derbyshire
Mon Jun 24, 2024 4:42 pm
Forum: E30 related External Ads
Topic: BMW 316i - Car and Classic
Replies: 0
Views: 3732

BMW 316i - Car and Classic

A quick plug for this car. I met the lovely young guy that owns this car at a show last year, he didn’t have the car with him as it was a work in progress, but we had a good chat about my car and the plans for his. I met him again at another car show yesterday and he told me he had the car up for sa...
by E30Derbyshire
Tue May 28, 2024 8:23 am
Forum: Meets, Events & Shows
Topic: BMW Live - Oulton Park
Replies: 0
Views: 15078

BMW Live - Oulton Park

Is anybody planning to attend? The weather is looking ok for Saturday, so looks like we will be having a run out and loitering!
by E30Derbyshire
Wed May 08, 2024 11:21 am
Forum: Genuine BMW Parts Dept - Cotswold BMW
Topic: 1985 318i front exhaust section
Replies: 5
Views: 1085

Re: 1985 318i front exhaust section

Thanks, payment for the downpipe sent across.
by E30Derbyshire
Tue May 07, 2024 12:01 pm
Forum: Genuine BMW Parts Dept - Cotswold BMW
Topic: 1985 318i front exhaust section
Replies: 5
Views: 1085

Re: 1985 318i front exhaust section

Thanks John, how much is the down pipe on its own please?
by E30Derbyshire
Mon May 06, 2024 5:47 pm
Forum: Genuine BMW Parts Dept - Cotswold BMW
Topic: 1985 318i front exhaust section
Replies: 5
Views: 1085

1985 318i front exhaust section

Hi guys,

Can you quote me for a front section please, reg is C545TDC.

Thanks

Brian
by E30Derbyshire
Mon Mar 25, 2024 7:27 pm
Forum: E30 Builds / Restorations
Topic: The evolution of ‘Errol’ the 325i Cabriolet
Replies: 333
Views: 303245

Re: The evolution of ‘Errol’ the 325i Cabriolet

Looks awesome, shall look forward to seeing in it in the flesh 🙂
by E30Derbyshire
Mon Mar 25, 2024 4:37 pm
Forum: Genuine BMW Parts Dept - Cotswold BMW
Topic: M10 2 door chromie centre exhaust section
Replies: 6
Views: 1094

Re: M10 2 door chromie centre exhaust section

Thanks Mark, will sort payment out shortly. Cheers, Brian.
by E30Derbyshire
Sun Mar 24, 2024 4:33 pm
Forum: Genuine BMW Parts Dept - Cotswold BMW
Topic: M10 2 door chromie centre exhaust section
Replies: 6
Views: 1094

M10 2 door chromie centre exhaust section

Hi guys,

How much for the above centre section please with delivery to DE55?

Thanks

Brian
by E30Derbyshire
Tue Feb 20, 2024 6:35 am
Forum: E30 Videos
Topic: E30 Baur Restoration - Yorkshire Car Restoration
Replies: 2
Views: 3571

E30 Baur Restoration - Yorkshire Car Restoration

One for Mart, I’m a big fan of this channel, outstanding fabrication and welding skills.

https://youtu.be/NNgpZiaFQRQ?si=pbPVQ4Zrs4Bg5qNz
by E30Derbyshire
Sun Feb 18, 2024 4:57 pm
Forum: E30 Videos
Topic: E30 to North Cape
Replies: 0
Views: 2465

E30 to North Cape

Definitely don’t watch if you’re sensitive about e30’s in the snow!

https://youtu.be/CkrHcsw-cr8
by E30Derbyshire
Sun Nov 26, 2023 11:29 am
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: Colin Furze's E30
Replies: 3
Views: 4974

Re: Colin Furze's E30

I’ve been watching these, really good vids, they are also working on another e30 and an e24. Go watch Ryan fabricate and weld, top stuff!
by E30Derbyshire
Sun Nov 26, 2023 11:26 am
Forum: New Members'
Topic: New Member. e30 Notts
Replies: 10
Views: 9662

Re: New Member. e30 Notts

We’re just over the border in Derbyshire near M1 junction 28, hope too see you around sometime. Just off to give the e30 another run today, making the most of this bright, dry weather!
by E30Derbyshire
Sat Oct 14, 2023 10:30 am
Forum: New Members'
Topic: New Member. e30 Notts
Replies: 10
Views: 9662

Re: New Member. e30 Notts

Welcome, looks like a beaut! Will hopefully spot you around sometime, as we’re just over the border into Derbyshire 🙂

Anyways, the sun is out, time for an e30 drive me thinks!
by E30Derbyshire
Wed Oct 11, 2023 2:24 am
Forum: Genuine BMW Parts Dept - Cotswold BMW
Topic: 51211852140 - door lock knob
Replies: 5
Views: 2233

Re: 51211852140 - door lock knob

Thanks, that’s awesome, payment made.
by E30Derbyshire
Mon Oct 09, 2023 9:06 pm
Forum: Genuine BMW Parts Dept - Cotswold BMW
Topic: 51211852140 - door lock knob
Replies: 5
Views: 2233

Re: 51211852140 - door lock knob

Two please Jon. Thanks
by E30Derbyshire
Sun Oct 08, 2023 9:41 am
Forum: Genuine BMW Parts Dept - Cotswold BMW
Topic: 51211852140 - door lock knob
Replies: 5
Views: 2233

51211852140 - door lock knob

Hi,

Are the door lock knobs still available please guys? Part no. 51211852140

Thanks
by E30Derbyshire
Thu Oct 05, 2023 8:19 pm
Forum: For Sale - E30 Parts
Topic: bmw e30 sport bolsters / centres
Replies: 141
Views: 55550

Re: bmw e30 sport bolsters

Hi Brutus,

Do you have any of the missing blue pvc piping for this seat or a whole upper seat cover?

Thanks

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by E30Derbyshire
Sun Jun 18, 2023 5:53 pm
Forum: Wanted - E30 Parts, Cars & I.C.E
Topic: Anyone know a decent fabricator / welder in South Yorkshire North Derbyshire Notts area?
Replies: 2
Views: 1336

Re: Anyone know a decent fabricator / welder in South Yorkshire North Derbyshire Notts area?

Hi, I bumped into Jacob at a local car show in Derbyshire today. He’s really into classics and was admiring my e30 , he’s got a VW Breadvan and has owned other classic in the past. Jacob’s just started his own welding and fabrication business and is eager for new business. I can’t comment on his wor...
by E30Derbyshire
Wed Jun 14, 2023 12:38 pm
Forum: E30 BMW Chat
Topic: is the end in sight??........
Replies: 12
Views: 8302

Re: is the end in sight??........

Great news Steve, fingers crossed you have the same result when you try it again. 🤞🤞🤞🤞
by E30Derbyshire
Tue Jun 13, 2023 4:35 pm
Forum: Meets, Events & Shows
Topic: Sommerfest
Replies: 3
Views: 8541

Re: Sommerfest

Being totally honest, I think last year’s one at Donnington was better in a lot of ways. The non members group parking didn’t seem that well planned and got a little chaotic. We ended up close to, but not next to the majority of the e30s, whereas last years was perfectly executed. The members region...
by E30Derbyshire
Mon Jun 12, 2023 6:58 pm
Forum: Wanted - E30 Parts, Cars & I.C.E
Topic: E30 seat
Replies: 4
Views: 861

Re: E30 seat

Hi Brutus,

Have you got a passenger or drivers seat cover like this? Just after the pvc piping really.

Thanks
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by E30Derbyshire
Tue May 30, 2023 10:13 am
Forum: Meets, Events & Shows
Topic: Sommerfest
Replies: 3
Views: 8541

Sommerfest

Has anyone booked their tickets or thinking about going? Bought mine this morning.
by E30Derbyshire
Tue Apr 25, 2023 4:21 pm
Forum: Genuine BMW Parts Dept - Cotswold BMW
Topic: Price please - key blank
Replies: 3
Views: 815

Re: Price please - key blank

Thanks Jon, much appreciated.