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      11-08-2011, 09:38 AM   #4
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Drives: 08 135i, 88 M3
Join Date: Aug 2008
Location: Somerville, MA

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1988 BMW M3  [0.00]
2008 135i  [7.50]
other things to check closely:

-coilpacks (i had one fail around 40k miles)
-spark plugs (service interval is 45k miles IIRC)
-dashboard rattles (if you care about that kind of stuff)
-tail light seals (there was a recall)
-3rd brake light (prone to cracking. i've gone through 3. there's a service bulletin that details a little grinding work to a a small tab. apparently this wasn't done for my first 2 replacements, and you can see the issue persisted. i had that work done a few months ago, no issues yet. but IIRC some people have never run into the lens cracking)
-headlight mounting clips (inboard side, above the lens. black plastic triangle-shaped mounting clips are prone to cracking, allowing the headlight to dip a little. i think i have a picture of mine broken. dealer replaced the whole lens/cover assembly under warranty)

hope i haven't completely scared you off
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88 M3: BMWCCA J Sport
08 135: because streetcar

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