E36 318iS Info request
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Printed Date: 26-June-2024 at 15:11
Topic: E36 318iS Info request
Posted By: Dark1
Subject: E36 318iS Info request
Date Posted: 18-June-2003 at 20:27
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I was thinking of buying this 1997 R plate 318iS coupe, its done 80k miles. Can anyone tell me what usually goes wrong at around this mileage? What should I be prepared for? It does have a full history, though not all BMW Thanks |
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Posted By: Doug318is
Date Posted: 19-June-2003 at 15:58
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You need to check the rear trailing arm bushes. Not difficult to replace but it is a good haggling point. You should also check the steering column universal joint and the radiator cap have been replaced. If not take it to your local dealer and they will do it for free as this was a recall issue. |
Posted By: DaveB
Date Posted: 23-June-2003 at 18:25
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Also make sure that the digital climate control panel works. These fail regularly. My front shocks went at 70K, so these might be worth checking. ------------- http://www.btinternet.com/~dave.bellamy1/"> 
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