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[CanadianE39540i]

I love pre-2000 German sedans in black. I’ve had a few Mercedes over the years and have a nice 1997 C-230 that I’ve loved.

Recently I’ve purchased a 1997 BMW - my first one. Much research have led me to believe the pre-vanos 4.4 litre engine with 282 bhp and 320 ft.lbs. Of torque is the one to get if you are planning on keeping it. I’ve watched 5345 YouTube videos and am ready to begin the fixes I’m able to and farming out the suspension repairs (ball joints, A arms, connecting rods, bushings etc...)

Please feel free to offer any advice - drivetrain is strong but high km.

 

a love affair or a femme fatale?

 

stay tuned

 

Kevin Barber

Hamilton

ON

Canada

[Greydog]

Welcome Kevin

Nice looking car lets hope it's pain free ownership, a couple of web sites that may be of use are www.realoem.com this is a BMW on line parts catalogue just put in the last 7 digits of your Vin and search. I've found it invaluable to see what goes where and to ensure I get the correct part. Also http://www.meeknet.co.uk/E31/BMW_M60_M62_M62TU Timm's BMW site loads of knowledge and how too's 

Once again WELCOME, here's wishing you Happy Christmas and a problem free New Year

Dave

[CanadianE39540i]

Thank you Dave!

 

Im sure the hassles will be well worth the grins in the end - a classic is always worth it :-)

[Bimmer Owners' Club]

Hi Kevin....welcome to the Forum

She certainly looks in great condition. I also believe that the pre 2000 cars were made especially well and avoided most of the faults that affect the later cars.

You shouldn't have too many issues with it....hopefully!

Cheers,   Trevor