Recent content by motorknut

about 5 years ago, PML already changed policy and dont allow customers to bring their own engine oil. If they allowed you to this time, then lucky for you. that said, you are driving a car with DI. Consider switching to an LL04 oil for lower SAPS to avoid deposits. LL01 is not needed for us...

Thanks for sharing, I had been eyeing the i3 for some time. I've tested it and it is an amazing car. I also used to have a Z4, and the i3 handling is still impressive. But after speaking with various PML staff, I decided against it. Mainly as I wasn't sure how the after sales experience would...

I would not use LL-01 for direct injection engine BMWs. LL-04 with lower SAPS would be my choice. the short oil intervals (<12k) and the low sulphur fuel in Singapore is suitable for LL-04.

generally, I’ve been told by mechanics that mercs are cheaper and more reliable to maintain as older cars. But then, some others will say no, you can get BMW OEM parts cheap, send to JB workshop to install... frankly, it’s really dependent how far you wanna go to reduce costs and the sort of...

I won't comment too much on the COE direction, cos that's really just a gamble. Personally, i think COE prices will be pretty stable for the next few months. Between ERP 2.0 and refilling the surplus, there isn't much benefit to allow COE to crash/spike. That said, I had a 10 year old NA BMW...

Re: Rear ended by a Picanto - surprised by insurance company's service Is Sime insurance broker unpopular? I've been using them for all the family BMWs. When renewal time comes by, they automatically send quote for insurers which includes AD workshops. and price is lower than what i get from...

Re: Blunder by Car Company Congrats, good to hear you are happy with their arrangement. Good luck with the car, hope your experience extends to aftersales.

Re: Blunder by Car Company I always thought most in the forum saw this dealer as superior in service standards to PML. Maybe we need a new thread to discuss our experience with them. After dealing with them a few times, I really started to (horror of horrors) appreciate PML.

Re: Blunder by Car Company But, when you test drive, they only make a copy of your ic, right? I always thought the dealer needs your ic itself for the registration? Or is that only when you also trade a car in? I always recall my dad's sales rep taking his ic for a day to settle the paperwork...

Re: Blunder by Car Company Sorry to hear about your unfortunate situation. My experience with this company is when something goes wrong - you can't find anyone to turn to. Really ridiculous. Maybe you should reconsider your purchase. otherwise your included servicing means you are stuck with...

Re: Stone chip!!!!! Such a typical LTA response. Once, their contractor redid a speed hump near my place. The slope of the hump was so steep even at 20kph you get a horrible thump as the wheels first approach the hump. Told LTA, they said "The contractor says as the hump wears down, it will...

Re: PML service if your car is an E60 520 registered in 2005, I'll guess you're running the M54 2.2L inline 6. NOT the 4 cylinder valvetronic (that some others mentioned in the thread). Of course, only you can verify this. LL98 can be used for the M54. It is not a valvetronic engine. Depends...

Re: PML service I have never received leftover engine oil from PML servicing EXCEPT when I brought 7L of my own engine oil of choice. back in the 90s, they sometimes sell you an "engine oil" top up kit. a full litre of oil (new bottle) with a paper funnel. But not anymore. I have never been...

Re: School Principal - really? the voices in your head decided its a good idea to make jokes hinting at statutory rape? what next, call them nazis?

Re: Credit card fraud.. can stick a strip over the amex one. or use a glitter marker to decorate the front. i plan to get the name of the guy who takes my card when i go to the hotel again. I always settle my bill in cash, maybe i'll place cash for the deposit as well.