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Thanks. I'm looking to retain the original look of the centre console with changing the head unit. Made some enquiries - one solution is to install a "smartbox" that adds the CarPlay function.

Hi, does anyone know where I can retrofit Apple CarPlay to my E60? Had the chance to use Carplay on a rental while on holiday and quite like the convenience of pairing my iPhone seamlessly with the headunit. The existing stereo with iDrive is really old school by comparison.

That's correct. The current engine in my E60 525 does seem to be in better shape than the one in my E90 325. No vibration or tapping sound and thankfully, no need for engine oil top ups yet in between the 10,000 km oil change intervals. My previous E90 325 required top ups at around 5,000 km.

Thanks for your sharing your experience. Just one point - the E60 525 has a 2.5 litre I6, not a 3.0 litre like your F30 335. It is nevertheless still a gem.

Thanks for sharing your experience. My apologies for not having given an update on what I decided on finally. I did my sums and concluded that the numbers didn't add up for the renew option. As it turned out, I ended up getting a 6.5 year old E60 525. There was less than a handful of...

AXA is able to renew my comprehensive cover if I decide to extend my COE. I am aware however that some insurers are not willing to provide comprehensive cover for COE-renewed cars, only third party insurance.

Likewise, I believe Bimmers should have no problems lasting 20 years. It's just that the COE system here renders it untenable.

Thanks. I guess it's only the extent of work required that differentiate the cars. Just curious, what will you be looking at after the E90 335?

Ok, thanks. Message received loud and clear.

Thanks for your comments. Actually the above bit I intended as a question as I do not know for a fact that engine overhauls and gearbox rebuilds are unavoidable for any COE renewed 325. Are you aware of any 325s that can last the second 10-year cycle without needing major repairs?

Thanks for the suggestion. Sizewise, E90 is just nice for my wife, who uses the car as often as I do. Regards Alvin

Hi everyone I am currently driving an E90 325, having bought it second hand 3 1/2 years ago. The COE is expiring next month and I had intented to renew the COE as it's the best Bimmer I've ever owned. I brought the car for an inspection at one of the recommended workshops a couple of weeks...

Re: Change to another set of coilovers or go back to stock? Many thanks for the information and pictures. So D5 is the stock and D7 the sport springs?

Re: Change to another set of coilovers or go back to stock? Was considering a new set of coilovers but decided to go back to stock. Being coilovers, the KW2s will still be harsher and I'm willing to trade the sharper handling for more comfort. On balance, I think stock meets my needs better.

Re: Change to another set of coilovers or go back to stock? I got the workshop to source the springs for me. I was told they're a used set from a 335. I won't be able to tell honestly nor do I have any idea whether they are D7 or D5 (or what these terms mean). I wasn't aware that new...

Re: BMW Navigation DVD Many thanks.

Re: Change to another set of coilovers or go back to stock? I wish I could but I bought the car second hand and it came with coilovers, without the stock springs. The ride is comfy coming back to stock springs but I'm having some grief over the seemingly huge gap.

Re: BMW Navigation DVD Thanks but not so keen on a smartphone solution for the time being.

Re: BMW Navigation DVD How does this work?

Re: Change to another set of coilovers or go back to stock? Not sure what the gap for stock E90s is as I didn't go around sticking my fingers in other peoples' cars but my gap sure looks bigger. May zhelinm is right in suggesting that 335 front springs are stiffer on account of the...