Repairing fire-damaged ZHP sedan

[eimkeith]

So, I'm new here, and am in the process of purchasing a 2003 330i ZHP sedan with fire damage to the dash (light control module, I'm betting.) I'm going to need advice and wisdom as I put this thing back together - my expertise is primarily air-cooled 911s, although I've owned a few M3s which I've wrenched on. (so be gentle)

Here's the car:

[slater]

very cool. welcome!

definitely post more details on the damage, when you get it. lots of folks have extra parts available.... i've got tons, including a few spare LCMs. collectively, we'll get your new-to-you ZHP back on the road.

now, about those 911s... still got one?

[eimkeith]

Thanks!

here's the mess:






I've sourced a dash and door panel already, and believe I can save the seats and center console - but the gauge cluster is toast, as well as several other bits..

As I research this, I'm going to want to have a clear understanding of where I can make improvements - LCM, for instance, or maybe going to rain-sensing wipers since the windshield has to be replaced? I appreciate any advice you can give me.

[eimkeith]

very cool. welcome!

definitely post more details on the damage, when you get it. lots of folks have extra parts available.... i've got tons, including a few spare LCMs. collectively, we'll get your new-to-you ZHP back on the road.

now, about those 911s... still got one?

Thanks!

Although I dabble with BMWs (here's a thread on my last M3) -prior to that I had a black 95 M3 with a euro 6-speed conversion, which I bought as an automatic (both were great cars), my real life thing and day job is vintage 911s - like this, and this (my current car.)

However, back to the situation at hand; I was too late on the door panel, although I managed to snag this dash from craigslist:



so, still need a good driver's door panel.. (and HK tweeter, etc.)

[slater]

Thanks!

Although I dabble with BMWs (here's a thread on my last M3) -prior to that I had a black 95 M3 with a euro 6-speed conversion, which I bought as an automatic (both were great cars), my real life thing and day job is vintage 911s - like this, and this (my current car.)

However, back to the situation at hand; I was too late on the door panel, although I managed to snag this dash from craigslist:

so, still need a good driver's door panel.. (and HK tweeter, etc.)

good score on the dash!

even better score on the day job - you have my Dream Job. i have been gonzo for porsches since the late 80s when my dad had a 911 cab. i was hooked at that point and have had an emotional connection with them ever since - far more than any other car.

[SaltyNC]

Nice find on the dash!

A couple of parts I would want to check would be the steering angle sensor on the steering column. It's a pain to replace, but since you'll already be tearing out the dash, a good time to do it. It's near the footwell, so it may not have experienced heat damage. The IHKA module in the HVAC control might need to be replaced. And the FSU probably needs replacing whether it is damaged or not -- it is the blower motor resistor (FSU - final stage resistor), a common failure. I am restoring a 2005 330Ci with my son, and we're replacing a lot of common failure items. I saw quite a few steering column covers on eBay, if you need those.

Good luck with your project, and if I ever buy a Porsche, I'll know who to call.

Salty

[ZHPizza]

I think I remember seeing that on craigslist....are you near Charlotte?

[eimkeith]

I think I remember seeing that on craigslist....are you near Charlotte?

It is the CLT car, yes!


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[Yelkos]

Welcome, Not too bad, looks like a littel sun damage, Just rub a little CarPro Dlux on it.

there are several members parting out their cars. I'm sure we can help you find the bits needed.

[stephenkirsh]

Do LCMs often catch fire...?