Article by: Johan Article applies to: all E32 models Retrofit Description: As promised some pictures and comments about the soft close retrofit I did last weekend: The parts required for this retrofit are: the soft close lock, the control unit and the wiring loom: It’s a pretty simple install. The […]
Topic: Body & Interior
BMW Door Chime Repair
Article by: Chris D. / Gota525i Article applies to: all e32 and e34 models. My car no longer made a chime sound when I left my lights on or for any other reasons so I decided to fix it by replacing the door chime speaker under the dash. Below are […]
M Parallel Wheel Fitment
Article by: Mike Oswald Article applies to: all E31, E32, E34, E38, and E39 models. We all know which wheel is King. If not the best looking wheel, it’s pretty close. In addition to being amazing looking, the M Parallel is lightweight and factory forged. Below: Notice the markings on […]
Side View Mirror Disassembly
Article by: Liam Furlong Article applies to: all E32 and E34 models. Disassembly of the e32 wing mirror for respray is possible but slightly destructive. With some patience and care, it can be ‘broken’ so that it can be put back together again after. When the mirrors are built in […]
Replacing a Window Regulator Gear
Article by: Shayne McGuire Article applies to: All e32 and e34 models. Not a hard job. Much better than drilling out rivets and replacing the complete motor when there is nothing wrong with it. Symptoms are a jammed window but you can still hear ‘clicking’ in the door and/or there […]
Door Handle, Gasket, and Trim Replacement
Article by: Scott Applies to: all e32, e34, and e36 models. Symptoms: Does this look familiar? This is one of the door handles off my 1992 525i BMW. Notice how the seal around the handle is dried and cracked? I am going to replace all four and document the procedure […]