FOR SALE WANTED: pre face lift steering column

[jgu80]

So after a trip to the dealer and an MOT I have been informed that the power steering pump has failed and a new one is required.

Dealer quote for a new one from BMW is £3k.

Anyone seen a second hand one anywhere?

[Ewazix]

I would clarify what you are being told before shelling out? It's a fully electric system so doesn't have a'pump'.

There are lots of possible faults with the system many won't require a complete replacement, what are the symptoms? and fault codes?. Also don't buy a pre-facelift replacement if you do have to get a full column/motor/control unit, make sure you get a later facelift example. They fit the pre-facelift and were upgraded so don't suffer from the sticky steering issues some people get.

[jgu80]

Thanks for the help.

They’ve said it’s the motor that has failed.

I’ve located somewhere who’ll refurbish the motor so hopefully that will work.