BMW E36 M3 fabric and leather interior options: The BMW E36 M3 fabric interior upholstery options varied by market, body style and years. The E36 M3 VIN contains 4 digits, two letters and two numbers which denote the model (coupe, sedan, convertible), left-hand drive or right-hand drive, engine size, transmission as well as for which
What is BMW TwinPower Turbo Technology? Since the N55 engine, BMW has been naming many of their engines “TwinPower Turbo”, this is a bit of a marketing trick. The predecessor N54 engine was actually a “Twin Turbo” engine. There are big difference as well as advantages and disadvantages of both setups. We will ease
The BMW E30 M3 was the first-ever M3 BMW produced. It was manufactured from 1986 thru 1991 with a total run of 17,184 units worldwide. The main reason for its production to the public was to be eligible to compete in Group A racing which required the entry cars to share the majority of its components with
How do BMW Laserlight headlights work? Laserlight headlights do not directly project light the road as one may think, given the name. Instead, the headlight housing directs three monochromatic blue laser light beams through a series of mirrors within the headlight assembly. Next, the light is directed towards a lens filled with yellow phosphorus.
Why do headlights turn to a faded yellow haze? Like all plastic and rubber parts on your vehicle, exposure to the ultraviolet rays from the sun will eventually lead to a break down of the part through the oxidation process. Further exposure to harmful elements such as air pollution, road salt, oils, chemicals and harsh
Why are rubber lines used from the factory? Manufacturers often take low cost options when assembling a car. Rubber brake lines also offer cheap maintenance in the future when they wear out. Factory rubber lines offer all the properties needed; resistant to corrosion from brake fluid, cheap and flexible for the moving suspension the
BMW E4 M5 wheel style specs: The BMW E34 M5 wheel styles totaled to only 3 different designs over the life of production spanning across all M5 sedan and touring models. The iconic two piece M system style 20 and style 21 wheels extract hot air out of the wheels to aid in cooling the
The BMW E9X (E90 sedan, E92 coupe and E93 convertible) M3 was offered in a total of four wheel variants over its life. Production ran from May 2007 through October 2013 after being unveiled at the Geneva Motorshow in March 2007. The E92 M3 wheel style variants were also found on the E90 M3 sedan
OEM BMW E46 M3 wheel options and specs for base model, competition spec and CSL M3 models. Style Number: Style 67 Manufacturer: Ronal Standard on: Base model Wheel Name: M Double Spoke Front Offset: ET+47 Rear Offset: ET+26 Bolt Pattern: 5 x 120 Factory Setup, Front: 18 x 8 Factory Setup, Rear: 18 x 9
BMW E36 M3 wheel style specs: The BMW E36 M3 wheel styles totaled to four different designs over the life of production spanning across all models. All wheels were 17″ diameter but varied in width. The lightest wheels were the Style 24 wheels which were used on the most limited production E36 M3 models such
The BMW E30 wheel style options was vast over its production life. From coupe to sedan to the M3 variants, all wheel style options are presented below. Not all wheel styles and specs were offered in all world markets. The BMW E30 3 series was the second generation 3 series, following the E21 chassis. The
OEM BMW Windshield Sunshades: Summer is quickly approaching and that means hot temperatures. If you live in the south extreme UV (ultraviolet) rays can ruin not only the clear coat on your car but also your vehicle’s interior. Investing is a quality windshield sunshade will pay for itself over time by protecting your interior. Many
What exactly is Alcantara anyway? Alcantara is a synthetic, man-made, microfiber fabric similar in look and feel of suede. It was first invented in 1970 by Dr. Miyoshi Okamoto in Japan. Is Alcantara a generic term for microfiber fabric? No, Alcantara is a trademarked name. It is a form of Ultrasuede or microfiber fabric which
Problem: Scratched, worn steering wheel trim. Application: All BMW E46, E39 & E53 sport / M3 / M5 models. Solution: Remove and replace, vinyl wrap. Cost: $5 to $175 Where to buy: Dealership, FCPeuro.com, ECStuning.com
Why aftermarket wipers are a waste of money: Wiper blades will inevitably wear out over time. Even if you don’t use them often, the rubber oxidizes, becomes brittle and cracks rendering them useless. It is best to replace worn wipers right away and ensure driver safety on the road with proper visibility. The common signs
