What xenon bulb do I need 98 E38

[SBK740]

Hi guys

Given my recent motivation to fix things I've been putting off, I'm going to replace a xenon bulb that isn't firing. I have a 98. I know the 99+ use a D2S(?), is it the same for < 99?

Also - I was told that Xenon's don't generally stop working - is this true, and if it is, is there anyway I can confirm it's the bulb and nothing more sinister...

Also, best place for prices that ship to Australia? Bavauto have them for about US$99... get this - retail price for the dealer is almost $700 AUD.

[m3studio]

Check these guys out.

http://www.philipsxenon.com/bmw-xenon-c-334/bmw-xenon-lights-kit-by-philips-p-1219

[SBK740]

Thanks mate but my car was optioned with factory Xenons, so I just need the bulb?

D2S for them? And do I need to worry about the brightness (i.e 6k)? What are factory by default??

[Edwin NL]

D2S is the bulb you need, stock is 4700k

[Zorack]

Hey Ed, did OEM switch to 4300 at some point, or are all years 4700?

Thanks
Z

[Edwin NL]

Good point I knew it was 4300 or 4700 can't seem to remember that number