Hello from CT

trucks · 06-29-2009, 03:53 AM

I just bought my sons a '95 318ti. We are picking it up sometime this coming week. I'm not sure who is more excited. I have a '02 325xi, but there is something special about this car. Something calling out to me to mod it...

tiFreak · 06-29-2009, 04:02 AM

welcome, any more info on the ti? or maybe pics?

trucks · 06-29-2009, 04:47 AM

I'll post pics as soon as we get it. We did not take pics when we went to see it. I regret that. It is black, auto, 160K miles, new front-end, tires, brakes, etc. Very well maintained mechanically, but a few scuffs and minor dents. Needs fog lights, minor seat repair, p/s sidemarker is cracked (thinking about replacing with clear anyway), headliner is a bit saggy and steering wheel leather needs restitch or a Wheelskin EuroPerf depending. It runs and rides great. Ordered our first mod...a 318ti.org decal!

milehigh96caliti · 06-29-2009, 05:16 AM

Welcome to the org! We are always happy to see new owners here!

**cooljess76** · 06-29-2009, 05:21 AM

Congrats on your purchase and welcome to the site. Should you need any help, there's plenty of info available and we'll be more than happy to answer any questions. Looking forward to seeing some pics!

briansol · 06-29-2009, 07:05 AM

Welcome from a local

Altitude · 06-29-2009, 07:24 AM

Welcome, I have found that the folks on this site are very giving and always willing to help out. Looking forward to see the pics.

amancuso · 06-30-2009, 01:31 AM

Congrats, can't wait to see pics!

hitchhike79 · 06-30-2009, 02:03 AM

Welcome!

trucks · 07-06-2009, 06:10 AM

It arrived today. Previous owner had his daughter driving so he made sure it was in good running condition. He gave me receipts for repairs over the last 12-16 months including brakes, rotors, new rear diff, pipe and catalytic converter, both window regulators repaired (they work great!), condenser, oil changes. He said there were more and said it had a new front end suspension. Rubber is excellent. He said whatever they said it needed was done. He took it in every 3K miles for an oil change. Oh, it has a new windshield.

There are some issues including the airbag light, sagging liner, driver's seat needs minor repair, steering wheel leather is loose at the top of the wheel and is a bit torn up, trunk shelf (functional still, but a bit chewed) and a few scrapes and dents. He is shipping me a new p/s mirror since it was broken after we saw the car.

The boys are thrilled. DMV is closed until Tues so they could not drive today, but they washed and waxed it. Tomorrow they tackle the interior.

Here is a shot after washing. The light was not great after the wax job so more tomorrow.

**1996 328ti** · 07-06-2009, 12:09 PM

Good luck.
The only true repair of the headliner is replacement.

**lionell247** · 07-06-2009, 01:02 PM

hey from CT also i should come by and take a look. I see your talking about moding it there the best car for that.

amancuso · 07-06-2009, 03:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by trucks

It arrived today. Previous owner had his daughter driving so he made sure it was in good running condition. He gave me receipts for repairs over the last 12-16 months including brakes, rotors, new rear diff, pipe and catalytic converter, both window regulators repaired (they work great!), condenser, oil changes. He said there were more and said it had a new front end suspension. Rubber is excellent. He said whatever they said it needed was done. He took it in every 3K miles for an oil change. Oh, it has a new windshield.

There are some issues including the airbag light, sagging liner, driver's seat needs minor repair, steering wheel leather is loose at the top of the wheel and is a bit torn up, trunk shelf (functional still, but a bit chewed) and a few scrapes and dents. He is shipping me a new p/s mirror since it was broken after we saw the car.

The boys are thrilled. DMV is closed until Tues so they could not drive today, but they washed and waxed it. Tomorrow they tackle the interior.

Here is a shot after washing. The light was not great after the wax job so more tomorrow.

Car looks great! get a fog-light delete plate or fill those holes with the fogs. There is a DIY in the appropriate section

trucks · 07-08-2009, 01:53 PM

I did the dreaded DMV run yesterday and let both boys drive last night. They are bitten!

The airbag light comes on initially and about a 1/2 block later turns off. No blinking, no steady on, etc. What does this mean? At least, I did not miss this when I drove it the first time.

96cali · 07-08-2009, 02:53 PM

Welcome to the forum! You are a model father. As for me, my daughter is 5 and I'm wondering if 128's will be affordable when she's 16.

Instead of restitching the stock wheel, consider a 3 spoke from a '99 Ti or M3, think the M Roadster/Coupe works too. It's slightly smaller in diameter and has nice thumb rests. It's way worth the upgrade as you get to experience it 100% of the time you're driving. I've had both, the 3 spoke wins hands down. There are other M wheels too.

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