The ZF-built manual transmissions you can find in BMWs have always been praised for their feel. Unfortunately for E46 owners, the detents in the 5-speed gearboxes wear down leading to the need for...
When it comes to the F25 X3 and F26 X4, BMW uses stamped steel suspension components in place of cast ones, making them cheap to replace. When your suspension bushings wear out, instead of pressing out the old bushings and pressing in new ones, you simply replace the control arms with completely...
Just ask anyone who owns an E46 M3—the car is such a joy to drive that it often times inspires its owners to hone their driving dexterity by pushing their limits at the track. When Renée Lee bought her 2001 BMW E46 M3, she fell in love with it right away because of its handling and smoothness....
A correctly working electrical system is critical for a properly functioning vehicle. The alternator plays a primary role in the electrical system by keeping the system charged as you drive along. Without a properly functioning alternator, your vehicle can lose power or leave you stranded...
As your BMW E90 approaches 80,000 miles, you may start to hear a clunking sound or feel some play in your steering. This can be caused by the wearing of the front suspension components, not uncommon to this generation of BMWs. From your inner tie rods to your control arm bushings, worn-out...
You shouldn't need to replace the steering rack of your BMW E90 for the lifetime of the car. However, lack of maintenance to the system can cause damage over time requiring full replacement to restore steering feel and function once again. This kit is for all of the E9X and E8X chassis BMWs...
The only M3 to be produced with a V8 engine becomes even more fun with a 6-speed manual transmission, no sunroof, and BBS E88 Race Pocket wheels. Commuting through LA traffic every day can certainly be soul sucking. Most people go through the same routine over and over every weekday - rushing...
Though this 1990 BMW Z1's journey from Paris to LA can be measured in miles, it represents a passionate car owner's lifelong journey with the BMW brand. If you have ever seen something that so captured your attention that it set the new bar for your dreams, then you can begin to understand the...
The car community truly is a special one. After all, if it weren't for great friends who share the same passion as the owner of this 2002 BMW 525i, this E39 Touring might not look the way it does today. Eddie Elias is the owner of this slammed E39 wagon and he humbly credits his closest friends...
This DIY is going to be centered around handling the replacement of a valve cover gasket (and associated gaskets) on N51 and N52N engines. Unlike early N52 engines, which used a magnesium valve cover and had an external crankcase vent valve, the updated version features a plastic valve cover with...