Topic: Body & Interior

Doorlock Mechanism

Article by: Sean Applies to: all e32 and e34 models. Problem: In my case, the central locking system keeps locking the car when I unlock it. That’s mostly related to a stuck servo or door lock. But all the servo’s where working, so at first I thought that was related […]

Doorlock Microswitch

Article by: Johan Applies to: both the e32 and e34. Problem: When locking the car with the key the deadlocking won’t engage and the total closure feature isn’t working. You’ll find that if you use the lock on the passenger side the deadlocking and total closure features are still working. […]

Bumper Respray

Article by: Johan Applies to: most early BMWs. Problem: The bumper looks very ugly ! Not very surprising after 15 years . . . and someone using it as a bumper car only makes things worse: Requirements:To respray the black parts on the bumper you’ll need: Sandpaper. I used 600 […]

Headliner Reupholstering

Article by: Johan Article applies to: all e32 and e34 models (Short wheelbase e32 without sunroof shown. But it gives you a good idea what to expect on other models . . .) Problem: The headliner of the e32/e34 tends to come down at some point. Driving fast with all […]

Driver’s Glovebox Latch

Article by: Ralph Article applies to: e32 models with a Driver’s side glovebox. Problem: The driver’s glovebox latch became detached and the door hung loose. Possible fix: Make a new spring, or if you are lucky, find the old spring somewhere under the seat. Removing the glovebox: If you want […]