BMW 840ci sport - at last!
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Topic: BMW 840ci sport - at last!
Posted By: keenan
Subject: BMW 840ci sport - at last!
Date Posted: 18-June-2008 at 23:05
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Hi guys, Am new to this forum to hello to everyone. I have been on other BMW forums (mainly U.K) and it was great to see an Irish one here. I've longed for an 840 for so many years now and finally took the plunge a few weeks ago. Brought one over from the U.K. which is defo the way to go but am delighted with the purchase. Here's a link to some pictures (these are pictures the seller took and still shows the U.K. reg but I've since registered etc but haven't taken any photo's myself.....as yet!!!). http://picasaweb.google.com/shabbyalonso/MyNew840ciSport1997 - http://picasaweb.google.com/shabbyalonso/MyNew840ciSport1997
It's a 1997 reg but I have to admit, it's in top notch condition; like new. It must be said that U.K owners really know how to look at their cars! Anyway, just thought I'd share my joy with all of you BMW owners and if any other 8 series on here, a special hello! Cheers guys, Keenan ------------- BMW 840ci Sport '97 |
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Posted By: Rhys
Date Posted: 18-June-2008 at 23:10
Very nice, welcome to the forum 
------------- V reg Rustbucket Merc C220 Cdi estate J Reg Saab 900i 16v '63 Ford Anglia 105e deluxe R reg Honda PC50 moped.. No BMW as yet... |
Posted By: mackeroo1
Date Posted: 19-June-2008 at 00:02
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Looks beautiful Keenan wear well
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Posted By: Dergside
Date Posted: 19-June-2008 at 00:03
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Keenan - welcome along. The 8 is a rare beast on here but it looks like a beauty, so best of luck and enjoyment with it. ------------- Now: BMW 523i SE '00, 318i SE - e91 '07, 325i Coupe '93. Prev: e46 328i SE Touring, 330Ci, 318Ci. e39 523i SE. e36 325i Coupe *2, 323i SE, 316iSE. e30 325iSE 2dr, 320i Conv, 320i 2dr, 316i. |
Posted By: larzyh
Date Posted: 19-June-2008 at 00:24
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Fantastic car - well wear and welcome to the forum.
------------- Larzyh. Previously or currently, in the family: '77 E21 320, '78 E21 320, '79 E21 320, '87 E28 520i, '88 E30 325iC, '95 E34 525i, '98 E39 528i, '98 Z3 2.5, '98 E38 740iL, '95 E36 Compact, '99 E36 318iT, '02 E46 318iT, '96 E34 525tdsT, '98 E38 740iL... |
Posted By: Ballcock
Date Posted: 19-June-2008 at 11:59
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Never mind the reg plate man - they are a beautiful machine and a rare sight on Irish roads. They are a serious head turner in this day and age when you wouldn't even bother to look sideways at a new €50k BMW anymore...... You should look into an Eisenmann exhaust if you want the V8 soundtrack to go with the looks.... ------------- E34 Pilot - Keeping it Old School on Irish Roads. 
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Posted By: Bayerische
Date Posted: 19-June-2008 at 13:02
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Welcome to the forum Keenan, Your car is a stunner, the 8 series has huge road presence. I really like the throwing star alloys. I would have an 840ci over a 645ci any day. Best of luck with her. Regards, Bayerische ------------- Current: 1989 E24 M635csi 1996 E36 323i coupe Previous: 1989 E24 635csi 2001 E46 330ci 1987 E28 M5 |
Posted By: stephen520i
Date Posted: 19-June-2008 at 13:06
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Well wear. What milage on that beauty?
------------- E34 520i auto leather Previous: E36 93 316i M40 Boston Green |
Posted By: Andrew Rolland
Date Posted: 19-June-2008 at 13:30
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Nice They are indeedely rare beasts. There is a nice light blue one kicking about Glasgow and a dark blue one that resembles a shed unfortunately. Does that have 4 wheel steering? Did some of the 8's have this or am I barking up the wrong tree. Andrew ------------- Be exclusive and drive a Petrol 5 Series! Current '13 62 F10 535i MSport Auto Previous '04 04 E60 545i SE Auto '03 53 E60 545i SE Auto (Stolen) '98 S E39 523i SE Auto |
Posted By: Eamo
Date Posted: 19-June-2008 at 19:07
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savage boss!!!
best of luck ------------- |
Posted By: keenan
Date Posted: 19-June-2008 at 20:13
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Hi guys, Thanks a mill for the positive feedback - I can only agree with the sentiments as I still can't get over the fact that I own one! Mileage is 104k miles - which I guess is about average or slightly less for a '97 reg car. It runs sooo smoothly, has a beautiful roar from the V8 engine (which is monstorous by the way!) and overall, could easily be a 2007 car, never mind a 1997 car! Andrew Rolland - yes, it's a 4 steering wheel. To be honest, I would be lying if I said I knew if this was always the standard for the 8 however there are alot with a 3 spoke steering wheel (which I don't like as much, in this model). There are a few aftermarket ones too but the original is always best! The alloys also, came with the ci sport edition - the standard were the multi-spoke alloys which are nice but I think they make it look slightly dated so the throwing star alloys give it a nice(r) sport look! It has all the bells and whistles that you could have had as options on this car so thanks to he or she (probably he, or is that sexist!) that splashed out big time back in 1997 when ordering it!!!! I'm certainly savouring every moment Thanks again though guys, all feedback is very much appreciated. Thanks for the warm welcome also guys! ------------- BMW 840ci Sport '97 |
Posted By: beemerchris
Date Posted: 20-June-2008 at 00:58
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Welcome to the board
nice car hope it wears well for you I love the 8 series defo a great design
Chris ------------- Chris 3rock-Car-Electronics-Services Cars.: e34 540t 6sp e24 635csi |
Posted By: flyingalexf68
Date Posted: 21-June-2008 at 01:07
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Welcome along Keenan. Congrats on the new car. Looks like a beauty.
I think Andrew was refering to four wheel steering, as in the back wheels steer the opposite way to the fronts a little. Not sure about it myself. However I'd reccomend an Mtec 3 spoke steering wheel if it'll fit your car. Those four spoke ones are huge. The 3 spoke is sllightly smaller and will improve the feel of the steering. I changed to one in my M3 and it made a big difference. Not 100% sure if they're a straight swap but I'd assume they are. They can be had for about 120-150 pounds in the UK on ebay. http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/BMW-M3-evo-steering-wheel-air-bag- original-fit-e36-z3_W0QQitemZ270247487190QQcmdZViewItem? hash=item270247487190&_trkparms=39%3A1%7C65% 3A3&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14 - HERE ------------- 1995 e36 3.0 M3 Coupe, Daytona Violet, AP Racing BBK, CCFL Angel Eyes, M3 Spoiler, M-Tec 3 Steering Wheel. 2000 530d Steptronic, Poverty Spec, 18" Alloys. |
Posted By: keenan
Date Posted: 21-June-2008 at 11:24
Ahhhh, it makes sense now! Thanks for that flying alexf68. Yes, the 4 spoke steering wheel is quite big but I do like it i must admit; it's a bit kitch and knightrider-ish (all I need to do is chop off the top and bottom circularar bits!) however thanks for the link nonetheless - might be an option down the road  ------------- BMW 840ci Sport '97 |
Posted By: T.J.
Date Posted: 23-June-2008 at 20:02
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Really tasty maaachine. Well wear! ------------- Mazda 6 MPS S1 Elise 135 Sport Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon http://www.bmwcarclubireland.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-3254"> 
Formerly E39 TDS, E36 M3, E36 328i, E34 525i, E34 518i |
Posted By: lukeduke
Date Posted: 25-June-2008 at 18:46
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Welcome along man!! that 8 is immaculate,, congrats!! ------------- Previous: 2001 M3 2004 M3 CS. Current: 2007 318D SE SALOON. |
Posted By: dryle
Date Posted: 26-June-2008 at 09:03
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Welcome, car is lurrvly ------------- Dave Ryle  "The power of accurate observation is commonly called cynicism by those who have not got it." -- George Bernard Shaw |
Posted By: curnrik
Date Posted: 26-June-2008 at 09:37
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Stunning ------------- http://www.richardcurran.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/bmws/cunrik1024x768.jpg - My E36 323 pic1 |
Posted By: agaafear
Date Posted: 26-June-2008 at 15:59
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Hey Keenan! I'm drooling! Would love one of these cars. I remember when they were launched, they were quite exotic. Great that you can get one now for such reasonable money. I'm guessing the operating costs are pretty steep though! Gorgeous machine and best of luck with it.
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Posted By: keenan
Date Posted: 26-June-2008 at 19:34
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Thanks guys for all the compliments! Agaafear - yes, the operating costs are not cheap however i decided not to even entertain the thoughts of costs!! Hee hee. It's really a joy to drive though ------------- BMW 840ci Sport '97 |