After more than 4 years, I've decided that me and my trusty diesel coupe need to go our separate ways. In the 5 years of ownership, I've added my own few subtle touches, but still keeping close to that original factory look. I've also kept on top of servicing and carried out preventative maintainence to keep the car in top condition. All of the areas of concern with the M47N engine have already been addressed, details of which are below.

March 2005 build

Factory spec:
  • Sparkling Graphite
  • Factory badge delete
  • OEM factory M-Sport kit
  • OEM factory M-Sport alcantara interior, fully adjustable seats
  • Black cloth headliner
  • OEM Bluetooth
  • Harman Kardon Audio
  • PDC
  • TPM
  • MFSW with cruise control
  • OEM alarm/immobiliser
  • Digital climate control
  • OEM business MP3 headunit with OEM 6 CD changer
  • Electric windows/mirrors
  • Auto-dim rear view mirror

Mods:
  • Genuine 19" Staggered BBS CH (8.5 x 19 / 9.5 x 19) ET 35 / ET 40
  • Wrapped in Continental Contact Sport 5P's (235/35 & 255/35) – fronts fitted December 2013 and rears in February 2014
  • Lowered on H&R suspension
  • UmNitza Orion V2's (gold) with remote fade feature
  • German plates
  • OEM illuminated Clubsport gearknob
  • OEM cup holders and coin tray replacing phone dock but retained bluetooth system

Additional maintainence, on top of the servicing schedule has included:
  • OEM Garrett turbo - Oct 2010
  • OEM vortex turbo breather filter - Oct 2010
  • OEM EGR valve - Nov 2010
  • OEM suspension bushes - Mar 2010
  • OEM floor mats - Jul 2010
  • OEM boost pipe (Common weak point for losing boost at flexi joint) - Mar 2011
  • OEM exhaust hangers/rubber mounts - Apr 2011
  • Car was professionally detailed by Andy @ Detailer 31/3/2011 - it had the enhancement package.
  • Brake fluid change - Sept 2011
  • Swirl flap blanking plates (just in case) - Sept 2012
  • Front brake pads & sensor - Oct 2012
  • Rear brake discs/pads & sensor - Oct 2012
  • Handbrake shoes - Oct 2012
  • Fuel filter - Oct 2012
  • OEM Engine thermostat, gaskets, o-rings & coolant - Jan 2013
  • OEM EGR cooler thermostat & o-ring - Jan 2013
*all parts sourced from M&G, Milltown - Turbo is brand new from Turbo Technics, UK and is under warranty.
  • RTAB bush kit @ 131k miles - Jan 2014
  • Front ARB bush kit @ 131k miles - Jan 2014
  • Front tie rods (pair) @ 131k miles - Jan 2014
  • 4 wheel alignment after all the suspension work @ 131k miles - Jan 2014
  • Steering rack refurb @ 132k miles - Jun 2014
  • PS fluid flush @ 132k miles - Jun 2014
  • 4 wheel alignment (again) @ 132k miles - Jun 2014
  • 2 x rear shocks @ 136k miles - Nov 2014


It has a fully documented and receipted service history. The first 5 years of which was in the hands of BMW's 5 year service plan. The car exterior is in good condition with 2 items worth noting. There are slight marks on rear bumper (bought with this present, looks like a carparking incident) & the front bumper could do with a touch up due to stone chipping. The interior is fresh as can be seen from the photos.

Full and complete details of the car, in my ownership can be found here in my project thread: http://www.bmwhaus.ie/forum/showthread.php?tid=60

The car currently has 136k miles and is NCT'd until 2016. It is also taxed until March 2015.

Price: €6995 with the BBS wheels.