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The complete BMW ownership experience.
The following list summarizes all known service activities performed on this vehicle since it was first purchased new in 1990. Obviously, there are a few gaps in the records - especially in those furnished by previous owners (a realistic expectation for a car that is 11 years old). However, the overall account of the car's service history should demonstrate conscientous and responsible ownership thoughout the car's life. All of the items below can be verified with service receipts, invoices, dealership stamps, or other means of confirmation.
Records from when I purchased the car in March of 1998 through the present are 95% complete, and provide the most meaningful data for determining the current condition of the car (as I have owned it for the past 58,000 miles).
| Mileage |
Date |
Service Provider/Location |
| 173,167 |
08.06.01 |
Self, VA |
 |
Replace coolant level sensor
Replace passenger-side brake light bulb
Replace passenger-side rear parking light bulb (in bumper reflector) |
| 172,331 |
07.15.01 |
Self, VA |
|
Drain and refill oil; replace filter (Mobil 1 15W-50) |
| 169,198 |
05.17.01 |
Auto Sportsystems Group, VA |
|
Replace & calibrate cruise control throttle cable
Replace brake fluid reservoir grommets |
| 169,130 |
05.14.01 |
Auto Sportsystems Group, VA |
|
Replace auxiliary waterpump (updated design)
Replace updated auxiliary waterpump mount, clamp, & fasteners
Refill and bleed coolant |
| 168,000 |
04.28.01 |
Self, VA |
|
Replace all floormats
Replace brake light switch
Replace windshield wiper blade assemblies
Replace windshield wiper arm caps
Replace HVAC intake grill clips |
| 167,476 |
03.31.01 |
Dulles Park Amoco, VA |
|
State Safety Inspection
Emissions Inspection |
| 167,378 |
03.28.01 |
Auto Sportsystems Group, VA |
|
Replace differential (open 3.46 final drive ratio) with 3.64 limited slip
Swap input shaft flange on housing
Pack CV joints at input shaft
Drain and fill differential (Mobil 1 75W-90 synthetic & friction modifiers)
Replace throttle cable
Adjust microswitch positioning for cruise control |
| 166,950 |
03.13.01 |
Auto Sportsystems Group, VA |
|
Inspection I
(Mobil 1 15W-50)
Mount and balance 4 new tires (Kumho ECSTA Supra 712)
Drain and inspect differential fluid (recommend replacement)
Fabricate bracket for oil pressure sensor (loose connector) |
|
03.11.01 |
Self, VA |
|
Replace gas shocks for hood and trunk |
| 166,489 |
03.02.01 |
Fairfax Imports, VA |
|
Buff minor surface scratches out of trunk lid |
| 165,322 |
01.24.01 |
Auto Sportsystems Group, VA |
|
Replace front passenger-side strut housing
Retrofit updated ABS brake sensor
Align suspension
Check oil pressure sensor for fault (loose connector) |
| 164,868 |
01.06.01 |
Auto Sportsystems Group, VA |
|
Diagnose excessive positive camber of front passenger-side wheel
Replace front passenger-side lower control arm
Replace front passenger-side thrust arm bushing (with 750iL part)
Pressure test cooling system (OK)
Check oil pressure sensor for fault (loose connector) |
|
12.26.00 |
Self, VA |
|
Replace thermostat |
|
10.25.00 |
Self, VA |
|
Replace Lamp Control Module (ProgRama upgraded LKM) |
|
08.02.00 |
Self, VA |
|
Replace front brake rotors (ATE Power Disc slotted)
Replace rear brake rotors (Balo BMW OEM) |
| 156,559 |
07.14.00 |
Auto Sportsystems Group, VA |
|
Diagnose no start/no run situation
Test fuel system, fuel pressure, main relay, and reference sensor
Replace defective reference sensor |
| 156,492 |
07.06.00 |
Auto Sportsystems Group, VA |
|
Drain and flush coolant
Replace heater control valve
Fill, bleed, and test coolant system
Check A/C charge (OK)
Adjust fan belts
Check cruise control for faulty brake or clutch switch |
| 150,100 |
05.24.00 |
National Tire & Battery (NTB), VA |
|
Mount and balance 4 tires on new M5 "Throwing Star" wheels |
| 152,800 |
05.17.00 |
Auto Sportsystems Group, VA |
|
Inspection II
(Mobil 1 15W-50, Mobil 1 75W-90, Redline ATF, ATE Super Blue)
Replace spark plugs (W8LCR)
Replace all accessory belts
Replace rear exhaust hangers
Remove seized spark plug and chase threads
Replace front and rear shocks (Bilstein Sport)
Replace front and rear springs (Eibach Pro Kit)
Replace front and rear sway bars (Eibach adjustable)
Replace rear Pitman arms, bushings, and control arm links
Align suspension |
|
04.22.00 |
Self, VA |
|
Replace passenger-side sun visor |
| 150,377 |
04.01.00 |
Pineridge Texaco, VA |
|
State Safety Inspection |
| 150,130 |
03.26.00 |
Self, VA |
|
Drain and refill oil; replace filter (Mobil 1 15W-50) |
| 149,788 |
03.20.00 |
Auto Sportsystems Group, VA |
|
Replace clutch assembly
Replace pilot bearing, clutch fork, flywheel seal, and rear crank seal
Replace driveshaft center support bearing
Replace exhaust manifold stud |
| 148,463 |
12.07.99 |
National Tire & Battery (NTB), VA |
|
Align suspension |
| 148,440 |
12.07.99 |
Auto Sportsystems Group, VA |
|
Replace front driver-side lower control arm
Replace upper radiator hose
Top up, bleed, and test coolant system |
| 147,540 |
11.13.99 |
Self, VA |
|
Replace 85 AH car battery |
|
11.30.99 |
Auto Sportsystems Group, VA |
|
Mount and balance 4 new tires (Yokohama A520) |
| 144,113 |
08.28.99 |
Self, VA |
|
Drain and refill oil; replace filter (Mobil 1 15W-50) |
| 142,611 |
08.10.99 |
Chris BMW, GA |
|
Diagnose faulty SRS airbag warning light
Replace SRS slip ring in steering wheel |
|
07.10.99 |
National Tire & Battery (NTB), GA |
|
Repair flat tire (Michelin Pilot SX MXX3) |
|
06.24.99 |
National Tire & Battery (NTB), GA |
|
Balance tire (Michelin Pilot SX MXX3) |
| 140,093 |
06.17.99 |
Self, VA |
|
Drain and refill oil; replace filter (Mobil 1 15W-50) |
| 134,795 |
03.22.99 |
Self, VA |
|
Drain and refill oil; replace filter (Mobil 1 15W-50) |
| 134,788 |
03.22.99 |
Heritage Exxon, VA |
|
State Safety Inspection
Emissions Inspection |
| 132,194 |
02.08.99 |
Bavarian Imports, GA |
|
Diagnose no start (engine cranks)
Test fuel injector pulse, spark, DME data stream, and main relay
Replace main relay |
| 130,333 |
12.27.98 |
Self, VA |
|
Drain and refill oil; replace filter (Mobil 1 15W-50) |
| 128,690 |
12.01.98 |
Bavarian Imports, GA |
|
Replace front driver-side window regulator |
| 125,983 |
09.11.98 |
Auto Sportsystems Group, VA |
|
Replace front passenger-side lower control arm
Replace exhaust manifold gasket
Balance 4 wheels/tires
Adjust accessory belts
Reset oil inspection lights |
|
08.25.98 |
Self, TX |
|
Install Valentine 1 radar/laser detector with concealed remote display |
|
08.21.98 |
Self, TX |
|
Replace HVAC limit switch (fan speed "sword" resistor) |
|
08.02.98 |
National Tire & Battery (NTB), TX |
|
Balance 4 tires (Yokohama AVS S4-Z) |
| 119,735 |
06.24.98 |
Phoenix Motor Works, TX |
|
Adjust valves and replace valve cover gasket
Drain and refill oil; replace filter (Mobil 1 15W-50; BG Quick Clean)
Replace fuel filter
Replace fuel hose
Replace clutch master cylinder
Flush and refill clutch circuit fluid (ATE Super Blue) |
|
06.10.98 |
Motor Techtonics, TX |
|
Replace and refinish front bumper cover (540i Sport with brake ducts)
Replace and refinish hood
Replace and refinish driver-side fender
Replace and refinish front grill assembly
Replace airbag & steering wheel cover
Replace driver-side headlight and foglight assemblies
Replace radiator
Replace A/C condenser
Replace cooling fan and shroud |
|
06.08.98 |
Sun Tint, TX |
|
Remove existing window tint
Install new window tint |
|
06.04.98 |
Self, TX |
|
Install Turner Motorsports (Jim Conforti) performance chip |
|
05.21.98 |
Custom Sounds, TX |
|
Install Clifford IntelliGuard 800-IQ alarm system |
| 117,328 |
04.18.98 |
Phoenix Motor Works, TX |
|
Inspection II
(Mobil 1 15W-50, Castrol SAF-XJ, Amsoil ATF, ATE Super Blue)
Replace spark plugs (W8LCR-Cu)
Replace all accessory belts
Replace oxygen sensor
Replace distributor rotor and cap
Replace guibo
Replace clutch slave cylinder
Replace "duck" gasket
Replace transmission flange lockplate and rear seal
Replace tranmission shifter plug seal
Replace windshield washer T-connector |
|
04.13.98 |
Custom Sounds, TX |
|
Install stereo head-unit (Alpine 7982)
Install CD Changer (Alpine CHM-S601)
Install 2 amplifiers (MTX Thunder Pro & Alpine V12)
Install crossover (MTX)
Install 2 subwoofers in sealed enclosure (JL Audio)
Replace all 4 5+1 component speakers (Diamond & Ecclipse)
Tune and calibrate stereo system |
|
04.02.98 |
John Roberts BMW, TX |
|
Replace master key & flashlight
Replace 4 door handle screws and 4 plugs (interior)
Replace 4 parking light blubs in bumper reflectors |
| 116,500 |
03.27.98 |
National Tire & Battery (NTB), TX |
|
Balance 4 tires (Yokohama AVS S4-Z) |
|
03.25.98 |
Motor Techtonics, TX |
|
Remove all body trim, lights, and bumper assemblies
Repair and prep all body panels
Mask, prime, and prep all body panels
Paint, bake, and buff all body panels (PPG paint in successive coats)
Re-install all body trim, lights, and bumper covers
Replace front windshield molding |
| 116,030 |
03.17.98 |
Notary Public, TX |
|
Sale and transfer of title to present owner |
| 115,500 |
02.11.98 |
Phoenix Motor Works, TX |
|
Pre-Purchase Inspection |
|
12.12.97 |
National Tire & Battery (NTB), TX |
|
Mount and balance 4 new tires (Yokohama AVS S4-Z) |
|
07.??.97 |
TX |
|
State Safety Inspection |
|
??.??.97 |
TX |
|
Replace steering rack assembly |
|
03.27.97 |
Classic BMW, TX |
|
Engine oil service |
| 92,524 |
06.11.96 |
John Roberts BMW, TX |
|
Inspection II |
| 80,938 |
09.28.95 |
John Roberts BMW, TX |
|
Engine oil service |
| 72,465 |
03.09.95 |
John Roberts BMW, TX |
|
Inspection I |
| 69,236 |
01.23.95 |
John Roberts BMW, TX |
|
Engine oil service |
| 58,718 |
03.03.94 |
John Roberts BMW, TX |
|
Inspection II |
| 50,627 |
07.27.93 |
John Roberts BMW, TX |
|
State Safety Inspection
Replace clutch master cyclinder
Replace clutch slave cyclinder
Replace exhaust heatshield
Repair exhaust
Engine oil service |
| 48,442 |
05.17.93 |
BMW Center, TX |
|
Engine oil service |
| 45,587 |
03.22.93 |
John Roberts BMW, TX |
|
Inspection I |
|
04.20.92 |
TX |
|
Engine oil service |
| 29,721 |
02.05.92 |
BMW Center, TX |
|
Engine oil service |
| 23,974 |
10.05.91 |
BMW Center, TX |
|
Inspection II |
| 20,769 |
07.29.91 |
BMW Center, TX |
|
Engine oil service |
| 15,850 |
03.16.91 |
BMW Center, TX |
|
Inspection I |
| 10,512 |
11.15.90 |
Rountree BMW, LA |
|
Engine oil service |
| 8,233 |
08.28.90 |
Rountree BMW, LA |
|
Engine oil service |
|
06.22.90 |
Orr BMW, LA |
|
Engine oil service |
| 1,723 |
04.05.90 |
Orr BMW, LA |
|
1200 Mile Inspection |
| 7 |
01.30.90 |
Rountree BMW, LA |
|
Pre-Delivery Inspection |
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