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  1. WILLIAM H

    WILLIAM H Three Time F1 World Champ

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    Hey, I'm looking at a 2000 BMW M5 in SParta NJ.

    ANybody know a mechanic near there who can check it out for me ?
    Thanks
     
    WILLIAM H, May 31, 2006
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  2. Parikh1234

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    lol sorry totally off topic, but when I read your title I was thinking more a mercinary or a mechwarrior.
     
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  3. WILLIAM H

    WILLIAM H Three Time F1 World Champ

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    I'll take either if they can do a PPI for me :)
     
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    sorry I would love to help you out, but I dont know anyone that can do a PPI on a Ferrari...now MB thats a different story:)
     
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  5. Speedracer38

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    2000 BMW M5 ;)

    I know there are a few members on here with BMW connections and they should chime in soon.
     
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    Bill...these guys should be able to do the inspection for you.

    Garden State BMW
    (973) 927-5690
    60b Indian Trl
    Andover, NJ 07821
    www.gardenstatebmw.com
     
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    WILLIAM H Three Time F1 World Champ

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    Thats great, thanks, I'll call tomorrow :)
     
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    Hi,
    just a suggestion, but did you consider the 01's ? they have the upgraded navigation screen, steering wheel, front and rear lights, and instrument cluster.

    one thing you really have to get checked out is the clutch, I believe that's a big weakpoint in the car. Another thing these cars are susceptible to is carbon build up in the engine. From what I've read this is an invasive job that cost a few thousand. I'm not sure how they would check this with a PPI, but make sure it gets checked out. This causes the car to go into a "limp mode" in which the car feels as though it's running on 4 cylinders and comes close to stalling. One more thing that comes to mind is the problem with the Mass air flow sensors, this too causes the car to go into a limp mode that seems to right itself by turning the car off then back on.

    what colour combo is the potential choice ? also, check out www.m5board.com for more info, it's a great site with a lot of good, helpful individuals.

    good luck with everything!
     
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    Call Steve at Classic Coach, the guy has been doing this for over 25 years and have used him for my cars. 973-425-0700. Tell him Jon Baer sent you.
     
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    Contact Gearhart BMW in Denville. They can access the "official" BMW records and give a service history if it was serviced or if there were recalls or warranty claims on it. Also, do a Carfax, just to be sure it wasn't in a wreck or salvaged.
     
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