The unknown.....

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Natishin

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Hey everyone, I just bought a Merlot 2003 3.0i, low Klm's. 6 speed, Sports pkg. LOVE IT!
By the end of the safety I had new front brakes, new Bridgestone RF's, engine oil was changed too. Roof motor was changed two years ago.
Well I thought I'd check the air filter.....to my surprise it was an original 2002 filter! BMW date stamped, tonight I checked the cabin filter aswell....guess what...2002!
Looking forward I think I should be fine but my question is 'Am I missing something obvious to look into? I feel it too early to check the transmission fluid.
Thanks for the help!
Happy motoring.
Steve.
 
Hey Steve. I bought mine just under a year ago and the first ting I did was all the oils - engine, gearbox and diff. Mine was very low mileage when I got it (36,500 km) but felt this was the sensible thing to do. Turned out the diff oil was probably original (bit like your filters!) as it was all milky.

I am sure the rest of the crew will have a lot more to offer up too
 
Hi Steve welcome along, rare merlot colour 3.0 zed is a nice choice :thumbsup: We do like to see photos on here as I'm sure you'll find out. Youll find plenty of info and advice on this forum.
 
Thank you for the suggestions. Next time I am in I'll have the Service Tech do the fluids including the anti-freeze coolant. I'll post some pics when I have a chance.
Cheers.
 
I replaced my brake fluid the other day. It was 2 and a half years old. It was gross! Especially at the front callipers. Do it. Also do the transmission and differential. Cheap, nothing to lose and potentially a lot to gain. If only for piece of mind.

My coolant will be dealt with in not too long
 
Hi and welcome to the forum. :thumbsup:

Definitely worth replacing the fluids if you don't know how long they have been in the car.

Looking forward to seeing it! :lol:
 
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