For coolant, just go to the dealer and get the BMW approved stuff and some distilled water if it isn't already distilled. My mechanic did mine before I picked the car up, so I don't know what he used. For oil, I go with 10w-40, conventional. I'm probably the only person in the world that isn't using synthetic these days, but that's because I'm actually worried that the detergents in a synthetic will break some of seals that exist in this 200K+ mile car. Maybe I'm naive, but that's my thinking. There are a ton of things to check out on an E36, especially one that has been sitting for a while. Fuel pump and fuel filter are definitely good places to start, and it looks like you're working on your starter. You've replaced some belts and hoses, which are also prone to failure with age. I'd also check out, in order of personal preference: Suspension: What is the condition of the front struts, control arms, control arm bushings, and tie rods? Check the rear as well. Tons of resources online and here on the forum for E36/E30 suspension refreshses. Oil Filter Housing Leak: It is well documented on these cars that the Oil filter housing leaks like mad, and with your high mileage it is likely to be the case. Check that area and the undercarriage for any leaks and try to trace their origin. Cooling System: You have a 1995 so you may not have the plastic parts that replaced metal parts in the later year cooling systems. Well documented on this forum how to check for that and what to do. Power Steering Reservoir: Check for leaks around this area and underneath it Welcome to the forum! If you haven't go to the introduction sub forum and say hi there, maybe post a pic of your ride, and what you're trying to do to it. |