Picked up my ZHP on February 5, 2017. I've owned ZHPs in the past, but didn't really know or fully appreciate what I had. I drive a 2014 428 MSport as my daily, which I really like, especially all the technology. But the ZHP is connected to the road and driver, like no other car I've driven.
I wasn't looking to buy another one, but after a friend recently bought one, I checked the 'For Sale' posts in this forum, and stumbled on a local ZHP that looked good. It was my favorite build - Imola, alcantara, manual, and sedan. Mileage was on the high side at 155K, but the asking price of $7K was attractive. I emailed the seller on Craigslist and saw the car the next day. It was in good condition in and out, especially the Alcantara. After a PPI, I found that it was decently maintained, but not enthusiast maintained. So much work to be done to bring up to a higher standard. But that is the fun part - especially interacting with fellow ZHP Mafia members to learn and share.
Summary
Year: 2004
Model: 330i sedan
Exterior Color: Imola Red
Interior: Alcantara/cloth
Transmission: 6-speed manual
Packages: Performance
Options: Heated front seats, Xenons, Harman-Kardon
Purchased Date: 02/05/2017
Mileage at purchase: 155,500 miles
VIN: WBAEV534X4KM07043
Previous History
04/20/04: 4 miles: In Service Date (Allentown, PA)
10/29/04: 13,902 miles: Oil and filter change
06/30/06 44,389 miles: Oil and filter change, Brake flush
01/13/07: 60,000 miles: Oil and filter change, front brake pads and rotors replaced
10/13/07: 75,000 miles: Oil and filter changed, Drive belts replaced
05/29/09: 89,434 miles: Oil and filter change
06/23/14: 131,653 miles: Alignment performed
01/15/16: 143,019 miles: Oil and filter changed, OFHG replaced
04/30/16: 146,300 miles: Oil and filter changed, alignment
06/24/16: 148,000 miles: Front brakes and rotors - Turner Motorsports Slotted Front Rotors and OEM BMW Front Brake Pads w/new OEM BMW wear sensor
08/06/16: 150,780 miles: Oil and filter changed mobile 1 0W-40
Carfax shows many more service entries but no details
In past two years, last owner has:
-New belts Serpentine and A/C
-0W40 Mobil 1 Synthetic with OEM filter every 3-4K miles
-New NGK spark plugs
-New Rear Michelin Pilot Super Sports
-Tinted windows 35%
-Black Kidney Grilles
-New OEM ZHP Shift Knob
-BMW OEM Weather Floor Mats
My maintenance and upgrades
Replaced Intake and Cabin air filters (DIY) - 02/10/17: 155,601 miles
Oil and filter change. Mobil 1, 0W-40 - 02/11/2017: 155,621 miles.
Cooling System Overhaul w/radiator - 02/17/2017: 155,678
Replaced Rear Wheel Bearing - 02/17/2017: 155,678
Changed Differential Fluid w/Redline 75w90 - 02/20/2017: 156,750
Changed Manual Transmission Fluid w/BMW MTL-LT-3 SAE 75W-90) - 2/25/2017: 155,855
Replaced Center Console and Cup Holder - 02/25/2017: 155,855
Drivers side Airbag recall - 03/03/2017: 155,932
Valve Cover Gasket - 03/04/2017: 155,980
Vanos Seal and Rattle Repair - 03/04/3017: 155,980
Oil Pan Gasket - 03/09/2017: 156,074
M3 Engine Mounts - 03/09/2017: 156,074
Lemforder Front Control Arm Bushings - 03/09/2017: 156,074
Steering Coupler - 03/09/2017: 156,074
Fuel Pump and Fuel Filter - 03/30/2017: 156,318
Brake and Power Steering Flush - 4/8/2017: 157,605
Planned 2017 maintenance
Brake flush. DONE
Drain/refill Power steering fluid. DONE
Oil And Filter change. DONE
Change Differential fluid. DONE
Change transmission fluid. DONE
Air bag recall. DONE
Replace Fuel filter. DONE
Detail interior and exterior. DONE
Engine Bay clean. DONE.
Planned 2017 Repairs
VANOS Rebuild (Beisan seals and rattle kit). DONE.
Valve Cover Gasket. DONE.
Control arm bushings. DONE
M3 Engine Mounts. DONE
Oil Pan Gasket. DONE
HID Low Beam Bulb (driver side). DONE
Planned 2017 Upgrades and Refreshes
Coolant overhaul. DONE.
Center console. DONE
Cup holder. DONE
Refresh suspension - Shocks/struts/springs. DONE. Koni Yellow Sport.
Upgraded Sway Bars
PDR trunk
New BMW Wheel Caps. DONE.
New carpet mats
Future upgrades and maintenance
Steering coupler. DONE
Repair Sunroof Shade
Repair Emergency Brake
Install ICV and new upper and lower intake boots (parts in hand)
Re-wrap alcantara steering wheel - Coby Wheel
Armrest -re-dye leather
Install new front lower bumper grill (already have part)
Replace B pillar fabric
M3 footrest
Cowl replacement
Paint Re-spray hood and bumper
Install Homelink
Replace driver mirror glass
White and red tail lights
Clear side markers and reflectors
Strut Bar
M3 Transmission Mounts
Differential Mounts
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