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11-19-2020, 07:47 PM | #1 |
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My 135 is home.
2010 135i Convertible with 44k and it drove better and tighter than any new car I ever bought. Ironically, this was the first time I ever drove a 135 and Holy Moly, this thing drives, handles, responds AMAZING.
ITS SO SMALL AND SO SOLID AND INCREDIBLY RESPONSIVE. WOW!!!!! Like, even all the knobs and buttons and switches feel like they're brand new. There is no wiggle in anything. I'm literally blown away by this car. Anyway, per Covid, I have an appointment next Saturday with DMV to register it and then it's straight to my loyal repair shop for a Go-Over. My favorite car to drive of all time was my 73 2002tii. This 135 might take it's spot soon. |
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11-19-2020, 10:40 PM | #4 |
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Holy Crap. I'm sick of searching "What should I use" threads. Everyone says LL-01 here in the states, but it's not listed on the back of any of the oils.
So full synthetic, euro spec, 5-30 or 0-40 Pennzoil, Mobil1, or Castrol Edge..... CAN SOMEBODY JUST PLEASE TELL ME WHAT OIL THEY USE SO I CAN CHANGE MINE TOMORROW. 😀😀😀 I got low miles. I just want to change my oil. Thanks. |
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11-20-2020, 09:26 AM | #5 |
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5W30 Special Tec LL Engine Oil (5 Liter) - Liqui Moly LM2249
1 Series M, 128i, 135i, 135is, 320i, & more Provides the ideal oil pressure under all operating conditions. Exceeds the strict test requirements demanded by renowned manufacturers.
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11-20-2020, 09:42 AM | #6 | |
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Both can be found at very good prices at WalMart. There are plenty of approved oils you can order from the parts sources we all use or even Amazon if you want to move toward the 'boutique' end of the spectrum. Most on here or on oil forums will tell you those are overkill. Especially if you're not going to go long oil change intervals.
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11-20-2020, 11:08 AM | #7 |
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I got pennzoil Platinum Euro 5w/30, yesterday but the back says "It exceeds BMW LL 4 standards. That's still cool, right or should I bring it back?
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I'm sure someone will chime in and correct me if I'm wrong.
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11-20-2020, 11:56 AM | #9 |
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There's always been a lot of debate over oil, you should probably be fine. I tend to use 0w and 5w-40 though, although my car never sees actual cold.
Enjoy the car!! There are tons of usual mods that people do, but if you are enjoying it as is now, then might be best to keep it that way and just drive the crap out of it lol. Any changes can come down the line. |
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11-20-2020, 01:46 PM | #10 |
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FCP Euro has a program where you can buy a specific oil change kit (BMW rec'd oil for your car, plus filter) and send it back for credit on a new oil change kit. It's sort of a PITA, but saves $ if you like to DIY.
anyway, welcome - and enjoy! |
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11-20-2020, 02:22 PM | #11 |
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Welcome! This is the place to ask questions.
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11-20-2020, 02:54 PM | #12 |
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Thank you everyone. I appreciate the feedback and knowledge.
Previous owner was a 75yo guy who put a Dinan Stage 1 chip in it... I chirped the tires a few times by accident on the way home. I absolutely love this car. And I love that it's kind of a Wolf in Sheep's clothing. |
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That's def at the top of my list of reasons why I love the car. Small car, most people either only know the 128i model if at all from the 1 series. But even then, if they see it's a 1XX, they most likely think it's the slowest model or something.
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I had Dinan Stage 2 for my N55 135i (no bigger oil cooler needed) and liked it a lot. Yours is N54 and the tunes are different for N55. I think more power for N54. Check dinancars.com for more info if you are interested. PS - a lot of people go with MHD tunes these days, but you sound happy where you are. For now... |
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Have you driven an E30 M3? I still fondly remember the first one we got at our dealership and the drive home I took it on the first day. What a blast! A 128i has over 30 more horsepower than an E30 M3, nearly 30-more pound-feet of torque delivered 2,000 RPM earlier, has a higher top-speed, hits 0-60mph over a half-second faster—even though it weighs 440-pounds more. You should be happy and proud of your E82/88 . . . for all E82 owners. Some of us just would rather drive normally-aspirated sixes! |
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This is true considering that the majority of the 1er's sold overseas were sold with diesels or the naturally aspirated 4cyl. The 128i is a dream car for 1er enthusiasts living outside North America.
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