Today we have Scott’s lovely BMW Z4M in for some work. The car has some odd noises from inside the transmission bell housing, so lets whip it off and inspect. As you can see below, there are some very small stress fractures on the bell housing, suggesting they a foreign object is loose inside and […]
Category: BMW
Z4 3.0si service
Today we have Roberts Z4 coupe 3.0 Si in for an oil service, brake fluid and coolant change. As an Essex BMW specialist, we have years of experience in servicing vehicles! Here’s a few photos of the work being carried out. Here’s the oil filter bring removed. As you can see the filter has split […]
Neil’s new silverstone M3
Neil has just bought this car so time to get it in for a health check and oil change, so he can start a good maintenance record going forward. This is a silverstone blue car with dark estoril interior, a very rare combo!
M3 inspection 1 and hand brake adjustment
A few shots from today’s work for browsing.
E61 520D rear brakes and service
Today we have Robs well maintained 520D in for rear brake pads and service. Just a few shots from the work carried out. Worn out pads have triggered a warning on the I-Drive. Time for new pads and wear sensor. You must replace the wear sensor on these cars, and the carry out a brake […]
Bmw 330i rear spring failure
Today we have a 330i in for servicing, which has broken rear suspension springs. This is a common issue on the 3 series, and most cars have had replacements already. Springs crack on the lower coil due to corrosion. Spring removed and in 2 pieces. Have yours checked if you’re unsure, it’s easy for any […]
Sam’s BMW Z4 Short shifter fitting
BMW z4 Short shifter fitting. Today we have Sams immaculate 3.0i Z4 in for an oil service and short shifter fitting. Here’s a few shots of the short shifter being fitted, which can be used as a brief guide to help you through fitting your own for the DIY enthusiast. To do the job, you’ll […]
bmw e46 M3 tappet adjustment
Today we are doing an inspection II service on Mikes lovely low mileage M3. This service includes checking and adjusting the tappets. The clearances must be checked with a stone cold engine. Mike left his car overnight for us to do the following morning. So lets remove the rocker cover. Open up the box of […]
BMW z4 electric water pump replacement
Today we have Joes 2006 Z4 3.0Si in for overheating problems. A quick diagnosis reveals the electric water pump has failed, which is a common occurrence and can lead to serious engine damage if overheating isn’t spotted before the temperature gauge hits maximum. So lets get to work on fitting a brand new pump. Car […]
Bmw 320i clutch replacement
Today we have Russell’s lovely condition 320i touring in for a new clutch. Let’s get to work. This is the gearbox. Quite dirty so we’ll give it a clean up. Now, a common problem with all BMW’s is a worn propshaft coupling. As you can see in this photo, this one is started to tear […]
