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Thread: My recent purchase: Alpine on black touring

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    My recent purchase: Alpine on black touring

    New touring owner here, thought I would say HI and share the saga. I'm a wagon guy and love the tourings!

    I recently picked up a 03 Alpine on Black wagon with 119k on the clock. The car has it's issues I am slowly sorting though. Car was not abused, but it was not cared for either ;( I was not looking for a project and I probably would have walked away if not for the color combo. But what 12 yr old car is not a project?

    Thus far catching up on maintenance items.
    • Serpentine belt
    • tensioners and pulleys
    • Bosch alternator
    • Oil filter housing gasket
    • ride height sensor
    • EHC control module
    • Intake boot and elbow
    • Low pressure PS lines
    • Battery
    • Fix seat twist
    • Roundels
    • Shadowline'd exterior trim (paint)
    • Refinished headliner with alcantara/suede fabric <--pita!
    • Right front bumper shield/liner
    • Tailgate shocks

    Drips and leaks - Pet peeve of mine.
    I have what appear to be an oil pan or rear main seal oil leak. I've cleaned it a few times and fairly confident it is not the valve cover. Steering rack, current has torn boot and drips. Can't stand drips!!

    My next project is a oil leak and suspension overhaul- control arms, motor mounts, subframe bushes, PS rack and HP lines, brakes, braided hoses and rotors. Valve cover, Oil pan/Rear main seal. Will be a long weekend!

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    Sounds pretty cool.. need pics


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    Yeah, let's see this thing, and welcome!
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    Thanks for the welcome! It's been raining every other hour here for the past few days, hard to get a car clean!

    Here are a few shots of the big girl.



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    What inteior trim is that? Looks like piano black or potentially the uber rare birch anthracite.

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    Quote Originally Posted by anthrazit View Post

    Thus far catching up on maintenance items.

    • Serpentine belt
    • tensioners and pulleys
    • Bosch alternator
    • Oil filter housing gasket
    • ride height sensor
    • EHC control module
    • Intake boot and elbow
    • Low pressure PS lines
    • Battery
    • Fix seat twist
    • Roundels
    • Shadowline'd exterior trim (paint)
    • Refinished headliner with alcantara/suede fabric <--pita!
    • Right front bumper shield/liner
    • Tailgate shocks

    Drips and leaks - !
    Welcome to the journey - that's why they're called "Tourings", right (It's not the destination...)? That's a very familiar list! Good luck with it all.
    Jerry Daily Driver: 2002 (e39) 540i Touring; Weekenders: 2014 Mustang GT/CS; Harley Dyna Wide Glide.
    Prior: 2012 (f10) 535i x-drive; 2006 (e60) 530xi 6mt; 1999 (e39) 528i 5mt; 1998 (e39) 528i 5mt.

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    Quote Originally Posted by RVAE34 View Post
    What inteior trim is that? Looks like piano black or potentially the uber rare birch anthracite.
    Not sure what the official name is called. I'm fairly sure it's not birch, there is no grain to it.

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    Ah ok. If it's all black, it's just piano black trim. If it has silver subtle lines in it, then it's technical graphite.

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    RVAE34- It's more like a dark anthracite metallic. Hard to get a good picture of it due to the glare. Is there a way to determine the right name for it?

    Jerry - Thanks! Lucky for me, wrenching is therapy.

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    Quote Originally Posted by S1L1SC View Post
    Post the vin - im sure someone can look up a build sheet :-)
    Just plug in the VIN last 7 here to get as-built info: http://www.bmwarchive.org/vin/bmw-vin-decoder.html
    Jerry Daily Driver: 2002 (e39) 540i Touring; Weekenders: 2014 Mustang GT/CS; Harley Dyna Wide Glide.
    Prior: 2012 (f10) 535i x-drive; 2006 (e60) 530xi 6mt; 1999 (e39) 528i 5mt; 1998 (e39) 528i 5mt.

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    Nothing too exciting on this one. I dont see anything about trim. Wonder what the Individual option is?

    Model description: 525I
    Market: USA
    Type: DS43
    E-Code: E39 (2)
    Chassis: touring
    Steering: links
    Doors: 5
    Engine: M54 - 2,50l (141kW)
    Drive: Heckantrieb
    Transmission: automatisch
    Body Color: Alpinweiss 3 (300)
    Upholstery: Standardleder/schwarz (N6SW)
    Production date: 09.10.2002
    Assembled in: Dingolfing

    Code Serienausstattung Standard Equipment
    S202A
    Steptronic Steptronic
    S249A
    Multifunktion für Lenkrad Multifunction f steering wheel
    S302A
    Alarmanlage Alarm system
    S354A
    Frontscheibe grün Grünkeil Green windscreen, green shade band
    S441A
    Raucherpaket Smoker package
    S470A
    Isofix-System Isofix-System
    S473A
    Armlehne vorne Armrest front
    S520A
    Nebelscheinwerfer Fog lights
    S645A
    BMW US Radio BMW US Radio
    S676A
    HiFi Lautsprechersystem HiFi speaker system
    S845A
    Akustische Gurtwarnung Acoustic belt warning
    S850A
    Zusätzl. Tankfüllung Export Additional Export tank filling
    S853A
    Sprachversion englisch Language version English
    S876A
    Funkfrequenz 315 MHz Radio frequency 315 MHz
    S992A
    Steuerung Kennzeichenbefestigung Control of number-plate attachment
    Code Sonderausstattung Optional Equipment
    S210A
    Dynamische-Stabilitäts-Control Dynamic stability control
    S220A
    Niveauregulierung Self-levelling suspension
    S232A
    BMW LM Rad Radialspeiche 50 BMW light alloy wheel, radial spoke 50
    S386A
    Dachreling Roof railing
    S403A
    Glasdach elektrisch Glass roof, electrical
    S459A
    Sitzverstellung elektrisch mit Memory Seat adjuster, electric, with memory
    S494A
    Sitzheizung Fahrer/Beifahrer Seat heating driver/passenger
    S534A
    Klimaautomatik Automatic air conditioning
    S609A
    Navigationssystem Professional Navigation system Professional
    S640A
    Vorbereitung Telefoneinbau universal Preparation f tel.installation universal
    S694A
    Vorbereitung BMW 6 CD Wechsler Provisions for BMW 6 CD changer
    S785A
    Blinkleuchten weiss White direction indicator lights
    S818A
    Batteriehauptschalter Battery master switch
    S915A
    Entfall Aussenhautkonservierung Delete clear coat
    S925A
    Versandschutzpaket Transport protection package
    S940A
    Sonderwunsch Ausstattung special equipment BMW Individual
    S941A
    externe Nachrüstung
    Code Information
    S555A
    Bordcomputer V mit Fernbedienung On-board computer V with remote control
    Individualausstattung

    ---- Steuerung Individual
    Hinweisschild BMW Individual

    0940 Sonderwunschausstattung
    E39/2 - S E R V I C E M O B I L - ZU

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    Looks nice! Any modification plans or are you just going to keep it nice and maintain?
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    Thanks Tutti57!

    My plans are to get everything working properly from a maintenance/reliability standpoint first. I want to get all this stuff out of the way. I'm almost there, but things keep popping up. For example, I have SLS, but the system keeps draining the battery. I tried a new EHC control module an repaired the level sensors, but it drained the battery over the weekend. Frustrating, because I like the system, but I am not going to spend any more money on it and will most likely convert to springs.

    Future plans include an entire suspension rebuild and coilovers. For my past "old BMW ownership" over the years I have found that the suspension refresh really makes a huge difference in ride quality and handling. I intend to do the entire underside of the car all at one time, control arms, brakes, rotors, braided lines, bushes, shocks and springs.

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    Very nice touring! I love alpine white E39s.
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    2003 X5 3.0i Stahlgrau/Gray
    2001 330Ci Topazblau/Black
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    ...and some Volvos and other stuff

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    that's beautiful! i was searching for an alpine/black combo when i was looking to purchase but could never find one. good find!!!

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    That is a very beautiful looking Sport Wagon - Congratulations!



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    Quote Originally Posted by anthrazit View Post
    Nothing too exciting on this one. I dont see anything about trim. Wonder what the Individual option is?

    Individualausstattung

    ---- Steuerung Individual
    Hinweisschild BMW Individual

    0940 Sonderwunschausstattung
    E39/2 - S E R V I C E M O B I L - ZU

    sort of confusing because "Sonderwunschausstattung" means special optional equipment. in which case i think its just "service mobile" maybe it was a BMW dealers service car? who knows? i don't see anything else in that build sheet that seems individual. "Hinweisschild" means sign or signal, i don't think they made individual turn signals or side markers. nice touring though!

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    Hey y'all! Here's an update of my car's progress, it's been a long summer of touring and wrenching! I finally feel like I've gotten ahead of the "to do" list.

    Still a few things to tackle, I've gotten the major stuff out of the way before the winter cold sets in.

    Completed Work history BMW 525iT WBADS43423GE10909

    Purchased 4/15/15 Milage: 117453 miles
    Removed tint
    Installed Bosch alternator
    Installed new: Serp Belt
    AC Belt
    AC Tensioner
    Belt Tensioner/Idler pulley
    Intake boot
    Intake elbow
    Refinish headliner - black suede
    Oil filter housing gasket.

    5/6/2015 117545
    Power steering low pressure lines
    PS Flush
    New Battery 5yr warranty

    5/7/2015
    Repair seat twist in drivers seat
    install color matched grip switch on tailgate

    5/20/15
    Rear Level sensor: 37146784697 97.68
    Installed AUX input to stereo

    6/8/2015
    Emblem Front: 51148132375
    Grommets x2: 51141807495

    6/10/15
    Painted wiper arms, kidney grills black
    Install homelink garage door opener

    6/19/15
    Replaced drivers inner window seal
    Replaced rear glass hatch struts
    Driver door inner seal / "Front edge protection”
    Replace Rear Roundel
    Shadowlined window trim SEM Trim Black
    Repaint all wipers SEM Trim Black

    8/20/15
    replaced Under carpet piece in trunk near battery
    Replaced RR Bumper Shock
    Cupholder delete trim panel
    Replace change console
    Replace Center armrest tray 51168215943
    Replaced Armrest handle
    Replaced lower left wheel wheel cover


    9/6/15 Milage: 119743
    Replace rear subframe bushing
    Replace ALL rear control arms
    Replace rear lower balljoints
    Replace Oil pan gasket
    Install re-man Steering rack
    Replaced Power Steering high pressure line - pump to rack
    Battery tie down bracket
    Replace ALL front control arms and sway bar links
    Replace upper strut bearing
    Replace engine mounts
    Install ST Coilovers
    Replace front inner and outer tie rods
    Oil filter and oil change

    9/19/15 Milage 119976
    Install Besian System double VANOS seal kit.
    Replace Vanos gasket
    Replace valve cover gasket w/ nut seals
    Install Style 5 Wheels

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    So much jelly....very nice and congrats


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    BMW Individual ?

    Hi,
    It seems this color and option list is typical but also unique in some ways. Curious, have you found out anything on?

    Recently I found one, white on black like yours and just trying to get more detail on the last section (below)

    Thanks!

    Individual
    Steuerung Individual
    Hinweisschild BMW Individual

    0940 Sonderwunschausstattung
    E39/2 - S E R V I C E M O B I L - ZU





    Quote Originally Posted by anthrazit View Post
    Hey y'all! Here's an update of my car's progress, it's been a long summer of touring and wrenching! I finally feel like I've gotten ahead of the "to do" list.

    Still a few things to tackle, I've gotten the major stuff out of the way before the winter cold sets in.

    Completed Work history BMW 525iT WBADS43423GE10909

    Purchased 4/15/15 Milage: 117453 miles
    Removed tint
    Installed Bosch alternator
    Installed new: Serp Belt
    AC Belt
    AC Tensioner
    Belt Tensioner/Idler pulley
    Intake boot
    Intake elbow
    Refinish headliner - black suede
    Oil filter housing gasket.

    5/6/2015 117545
    Power steering low pressure lines
    PS Flush
    New Battery 5yr warranty

    5/7/2015
    Repair seat twist in drivers seat
    install color matched grip switch on tailgate

    5/20/15
    Rear Level sensor: 37146784697 97.68
    Installed AUX input to stereo

    6/8/2015
    Emblem Front: 51148132375
    Grommets x2: 51141807495

    6/10/15
    Painted wiper arms, kidney grills black
    Install homelink garage door opener

    6/19/15
    Replaced drivers inner window seal
    Replaced rear glass hatch struts
    Driver door inner seal / "Front edge protection”
    Replace Rear Roundel
    Shadowlined window trim SEM Trim Black
    Repaint all wipers SEM Trim Black

    8/20/15
    replaced Under carpet piece in trunk near battery
    Replaced RR Bumper Shock
    Cupholder delete trim panel
    Replace change console
    Replace Center armrest tray 51168215943
    Replaced Armrest handle
    Replaced lower left wheel wheel cover


    9/6/15 Milage: 119743
    Replace rear subframe bushing
    Replace ALL rear control arms
    Replace rear lower balljoints
    Replace Oil pan gasket
    Install re-man Steering rack
    Replaced Power Steering high pressure line - pump to rack
    Battery tie down bracket
    Replace ALL front control arms and sway bar links
    Replace upper strut bearing
    Replace engine mounts
    Install ST Coilovers
    Replace front inner and outer tie rods
    Oil filter and oil change

    9/19/15 Milage 119976
    Install Besian System double VANOS seal kit.
    Replace Vanos gasket
    Replace valve cover gasket w/ nut seals
    Install Style 5 Wheels
    Last edited by dmo84556; 09-15-2017 at 10:29 AM.

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    Nice! Looks like we have the same individual packages. Question, does yours have the one button inside the cubby with the sliding door?
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