+1. That's so cool, you owned both cars at some point. They look very sharp.
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+1. That's so cool, you owned both cars at some point. They look very sharp.
Can I get your advice on something?
Looking into getting an suv to get me from Washington to Indiana this January, since I doubt the performance of the zhp through the mountains and snow.
Considering a 2005 x3, 160k miles, mystery coolant leak for $2500. I figured, it has a very similar engine, so I could fix anything before the trip in January.
What do you guys think on the reliability of these cars?
I’m thinking of going the cr-v or rav-4 route as well.
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Literally in the same exact position except I found one for 1500$ lolQuote:
Originally Posted by papa_g
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Dude, this one I’m looking at is even silvergrau... that would be absolutely marvelous next to the zhpQuote:
Originally Posted by ZHP_Brandon
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Do you mean the zhp’s performance won’t be enough in the mountains?Quote:
Originally Posted by papa_g
If that’s the case then heavier x5 would be worse, right?
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X3 with awd I think would be better in the snow than a rwd.Quote:
Originally Posted by san
Transfer case is the weak point of the E83 chassis. If it has 160k and still the original transfer case I’d be hesitant. If it’s been replaced it’s a solid car. 4,000 lbs and good F/R balance make it sure-footed in winter.Quote:
Originally Posted by papa_g
Mine has the N52 but I’ve driven an M54 X3 as well, and it’s just a tall E46 with E39 front suspension.
If the snow isn't high, as in the roads are plowed but maybe not salted, then the ZHP is fine in the snow with winter tires.Quote:
Originally Posted by papa_g
It's only the height of the snow you need to worry about.
Regardless of whether you get an SUV or drive the ZHP, you need to have winter tires.
I’ll definitely ask to see the records; hopefully it has been addressed
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I just spoke to the owner. She was very knowledgeable on the car and has all the records. Is definitely willing to take less than $2500. When I mentioned “the main issue with this chassis”, she immediately said “the transfer case?” Lol... seems like it’s common knowledge. She said it has not given her any problems, but that it also has never been serviced. She says the lower radiator hose is leaking, but no other leaks and the engine has never overheated. I think I’m gonna go take a look at it tomorrow, drive it and peruse the maintenance records....
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x2. Take the $2500 and get a LSD in the rear and winter tires, and the ZHP will be unstoppable. I drove a lowered E46 325i with winter tires and an open differential for 6 years through Chicago winters, including driving through 12" of snow multiple times. Drove it to northern WI by the UP during a Thanksgiving blizzard. Drove by plenty of trucks/SUVs in the ditches without a problem.Quote:
Originally Posted by az3579
I'm always wary of buying new cars and taking them on long road trips without going through them completely. Is this really about the road trip, or do you want a SUV? Every E83/E46 is at least a $7.5k-10k car, it just depends on when you're going to pay it.Quote:
Originally Posted by papa_g
If it's only for the road trip, rent a 4runner or Jeep, or throw a LSD in the ZHP and get winter tires IMO.
Honestly, I really don’t want to take the zhp, even if I am confident it will do ok in the snow. It’s my baby, don’t want to get it into an accident or have something happen to it while I’m over there.Quote:
Originally Posted by Chaplian
In all honestly, I do really want an SUV, and need to be able to transport a lot of things with me to Indiana, as I will be living there for 1-2 years.
That’s why I wanted your opinions. If it’s a risky buy that may just give me problems while I’m in school, I will just go with an older rav4 or cr-v and not worry too much about it.
It’s insanely rare to find somebody that knowledgeable about their car. I’d buy it based on that.Quote:
Originally Posted by papa_g
I’m not knowledgeable of transfer case problems, though.
I'd go the Honda or Toyota route, but I'm boring like that.
Sounds like you want an AWD E46 touring!Quote:
Originally Posted by papa_g
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That was my reaction too. For $2500 I'd expect a shitpile owned by someone that filled it with 87octane and ran it into the ground.Quote:
Originally Posted by stephenkirsh
Haha actually yeah a e46 or e39 touring would be a logical choice. I’ll take a look and see if anything pops up.
Like I said, I can get this thing for less than 2500 easily. Maybe replace the actuator in the transfer case, put in new oil and call it good... I was really surprised that this woman apparently did a lot of the work herself on this car. Also it been in her family since 2011, so I’m gonna take a look!
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I have an E39 touring for sale.............Quote:
Originally Posted by papa_g
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That’s tempting. But it’s Connecticut...Quote:
Originally Posted by az3579
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I’ve lived in Indiana for 3 years, just south of Indy. Depending on where you will be staying, you might not need awd/winter tires at all. The place where I stayed for maybe got 3-4 days of snow and if you can find alternate transportation for those days, you won’t need another car. Also I’ve driven the zhp on snow with continental dws 06 tires once or twice and it’s manageable as long as you don’t drive in snow deeper than 2-3”. If the place where you’re going to has similar weather to where I lived, something like dws 06 tires are much better than winter tires.Quote:
Originally Posted by papa_g
Also I drove all the way from MI to Utah through the Colorado Rockies last December and didn’t see flake of snow. But on the way back had to drive through a snow storm and -20F temps. So if you time your journey right, you can easily do it in your zhp.
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Failed attempt to go look at the e83. Drove 30 minutes before she texted me to tell me she was stuck in traffic. May try again tomorrow...
UPDATE: sold. Oh well
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If you were to open your fuel pump, and see this type of hose clamp, would you think this is the original pump?
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YupQuote:
Originally Posted by papa_g
+1. Pump is original for sure. I never seen that people installing oem hose clamps instead of regular hose clamp
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Would a dealership use an OEM-style clamp or a screw-gear hose clamp?Quote:
Originally Posted by RUS_ZHP
I reused my original one...Quote:
Originally Posted by RUS_ZHP
I didn't have a choice. I had the new pump already in the trunk when mine failed but I didn't have any clamps. I replaced it at a rest stop on I-95.
The original one crimped on just fine, though I wouldn't reuse it a 3rd time.The OE clamp is a "single use" crimp connector.Quote:
Originally Posted by 704sw
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That’s what I thought... according to my records my fuel pump and seal were replaced at 70k miles (currently at 102k) by an independent shop in Texas. Terry Sayther, perhaps some of your Texas mafiosos know [of] him. If this is indeed the original pump I’m gonna be pissed
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He could have reused the clamp. BP just said he did it and I've done it myself with those style clamps in a pinch. Not ideal, but if it's been fine for 32k miles then it ain't going anywhere.Quote:
Originally Posted by papa_g
He also could have gone overboard and used a new clip style clamp from BMW instead of a simple screw hose clamp.
It looks like there's a date code printed on the fuel pump - just above the hose clamp in your pic. If that is indeed a date code and it says mfg in 2004 then uhhh...
I might have to open the back seat again and take a look. It also says VDO next to the electrical input. That’s the OEM if I’m not mistaken, but usually when it’s genuine bmw there’s a roundel somewhere in the vicinity...Quote:
Originally Posted by ZHPizza
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Right, there's a roundel stamped on the other side of the plug for the OE BMW part, but the VDO stamp is also there. The roundel is likely shaved off for the VDO part. Roundel would still be there if the shop bought the pump from the dealer, so won't tell you much.Quote:
Originally Posted by papa_g
Maybe I’ll call terry sayther and find out if he uses originalstyle clamps... lolQuote:
Originally Posted by ZHPizza
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Terry Sayther is among the best. One of my favorite shops in town.
That’s what I’ve heardQuote:
Originally Posted by fredo
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I haven't thought about that.Quote:
Originally Posted by 704sw
It was nice that you were carring a pump. Which made me thinking that I should replace pump on my AW sedan, which is approaching 160k.Quote:
Originally Posted by az3579
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Olive has developed a “ticking” noise that I don’t hear while moving, only when stationary. It gets louder as revs go up. DISA?
Trying to figure out how I can get a video up.
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Oil level ok?Quote:
Originally Posted by joeybananaz18
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Actually lower than I thought. I checked it like a month ago and it was right where it needed to be. Damn.Quote:
Originally Posted by san
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Yeah, if you have an M54 you should be checking it often. lolQuote:
Originally Posted by joeybananaz18
I just did an oil change last week and I already need a quart on the ZHP. :facepalm
If the loss of oil is something new then check for oil leaks and also for any mayo in the ccv.Quote:
Originally Posted by joeybananaz18
I have a leaky oil pan gasket and I lose about a quart every 1000-1500 miles. May have some oil consumption issues too but I need to fix the leaks to know for sure.
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Speaking of oil consumption: if your tail pipes are clean, could you safely assume that you aren’t burning oil?
My 2.0 TSI vw burned oil like crazy and the tile pipe was absolutely black as a result.
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