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  1. papbear77

    My 6-year old F10 - only time can tell

    Back in 2010, I was invited to be part of the exciting new F10 5 Series launch by PML....I bought the car without a test drive.... ...I was even featured on ChannelNewsAsia extolling the very exciting drive and special feeling of driving the new F10... Fast forward to today.....its been about 6...
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    idrive screen keeps re-booting "BMW" ..."BMW"...."BMW"......

    Upon start-up, idrive screen does the above and does not revert to the "menu" screen.....anyone can identify what's the problem? any solution? PML cannot find out what is wrong...ask me to change entire idrive.....:whatthe:
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    F10 ActiveHybrid 18" rims with conti tyres for sale.

    Hi All, Advert closed. Thanks for viewing. Mod please close thread. Thanks!
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    Transmizzion oil change

    Gurus, appreciate any advice on where to go do gearbox transmz oil change (in Sin) and pricing to expect? Thanks.
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    Legal to clamp and collect release fee?

    Have a Qn for the more learned bros/sis....better still lawyers... If a car blocks the driveway of a terrance/semi-d/private dwelling... ...is it legal to clamp the offending vehicle and demand a release fee... ...failing which, the house owner calls a tow-truck to tow away the car and...
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    Ultimate Road Rage?!

    https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=1387213204826278&set=vb.169796387878&type=2&theater
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    Frequent "coolant level" low warning alert

    Having this alert for about 6 months already.....every 2 weeks or so have to add distilled water....still under warrantry and when I bring up this issue PML says to add water ok already...but methinks how come can like that that have to so frequently add water....this is so called "modern"...
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    Original F10 18" wheels style 328 for Sale

    Advert closed. Thanks for viewing.
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    F10 OBD indication for rear brake pads change at 45,000 km - Is this normal?

    is this correct? OBD indication for front brake pad change is 80,000 km....anyone knows why the difference? also, how to check? visually? feel? once send-in for change, that workshop has really replaced them? (short of asking workshop to give owner the worn ones-but they can give from...
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    Buy used or mod new?

    Considering pros and cons for two possiibke options A. Mod a current new 523 il6 1. Ecu upgrade to 250-280 hp 2. Sport shocks and coilovers 3. Interior upgrade to M-kit dash display, shift gear, steering etc 4. ............. VS B. Buy used X5/6 (or even a used M3) Wondering what...
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    F10 GT or X5

    Am considering between the above 2models. Can I have the experienced bros or sis views on the pros and cons of the above two models? Thanks!
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    F10 brake pads replacement - after just 36,000 km?

    Anyone knows if this is correct? The OBC says rear pads due to be replaced..... Methinks the mileage seems too short.... If true, any recommendations for external workshop to change?
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    F-series Multimedia Kit

    Anybody familiar with this supplier? Trustworthy? Alekshop - Products
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    F10 Wiper blade removal - how?

    This may be a stupid question but....Anyone knows how to remove the wiper blade from the F10?...the wiper arm just cannot be folded up in the traditional way so that the wiper blade can be flipped back to unclip from the wiper arm catch....in my amateur way, it keeps hitting the edge of the...
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    Protection systems for New car paintwork - any recommendations?

    Hi all, Would like to hear views on whether such systems (diamondbrite, toughseal etc. etc.) actually work? or are u better off spending the $$ on own grooming products. Any views and recommendations? Thanks
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    What You See Is What You Get?

    One goes into a car showroom and sees the car that he/she likes and then makes a booking for it. Much later, when nearing the collection date, the SA informs that the tyres that are shown on the showroom car are not the ones that will be provided but another make (a much cheaper brand)...this...
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