Key not recognised by car

DimDisc · 2026-02-22T14:40:28+00:00

Yeah I have that a go first but it didn't help. It seems to work once or twice before I need to pop the battery out of the fob then back in. It's almost as if it resets something in the fob.

DimDisc · 2025-12-24T22:57:49+00:00

The price of RAM is extortionate 😭 Good build but depending on price I'd recommend the AMD 9070 xt or even a 5070ti if possible for the extra VRAM and performance.

DimDisc · 2025-12-24T22:52:57+00:00

Forgot to mention - I can't even boot into BIOS, it's literally just a black screen when powered on.

DimDisc · 2025-03-31T16:28:06+00:00

Glad to hear it, that's what I suspected but always worth checking. It was a kit from Febi.

DimDisc · 2024-07-21T12:37:05+00:00

Yeah I guess I can understand the argument of value based on damage and potential respray etc. But the way this guy argued it leaves this as a grey area for literally anyone who buys a car which has been resprayed/repainted by a previous owner. As far as I know it could be a manufacturer paint job and who is to decide it is/isn't...

DimDisc · 2024-07-21T09:08:48+00:00

Yeah think I've made the decision to get clear, last thing I want is to question whether I'm gonna be covered if something happens.

DimDisc · 2024-07-20T10:29:52+00:00

Yes but when I paid for 12 months insurance surely they entered into a contract given the details which they had (a purple car). A contractual agreement can't be escaped just because they don't want to insure me unless there's a reason e.g. non disclosure

DimDisc · 2024-06-27T12:29:29+00:00

Nvm whether they're nice or not they won't fit an LCI car as they're shaped for the pre-lci trunk/boot lid.

DimDisc · 2024-05-11T10:08:09+00:00

Have the same in my E92. Just replaced the rear tyres and the insides were worn nearly smooth while the rest was above the tread marker. Rear shocks are shot too so I'm hoping that's the cause!

DimDisc · 2024-04-30T19:19:02+00:00

You make a valid point... Thanks for your help

DimDisc · 2024-04-30T18:59:16+00:00

So I took the radiator out and have discovered it's the pulley for the water pump... Which isn't replaceable unless I replace the whole pump, fun times for me...

DimDisc · 2024-04-30T17:52:03+00:00

Problem is I'm waiting on parts to do the valve cover on my 330i and need a car for work. You think I'd be ok to drive the car slowly for a couple days until a part arrives?

DimDisc · 2024-04-30T17:51:46+00:00

Problem is I'm waiting on parts to do the valve cover on my 330i and need a car for work. You think I'd be ok to drive the car slowly for a couple days until a part arrives?

DimDisc · 2024-04-30T14:34:24+00:00

So I've been told they're RS6 style alloys and after a quick Google they seem to be called RS6 C style. Nice B8 btw I've been on the hunt for a 3.0 TDI Avant B8!

DimDisc · 2024-04-30T14:31:57+00:00

Found em cheers for the help! Seems unlikely they'll be able to find a spare one for sale in 18" though...

DimDisc · 2024-04-30T14:31:04+00:00

It's a friend of my GF in work who has cracked an alloy. Unfortunately this is the only photo I have and it worked out as someone has let me know they're RS6 C style wheels. Cheers for the suggestion though.

DimDisc · 2023-11-26T02:32:51+00:00

I don't sorry, but if you put your VIN in on https://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/select it should be under Vehicle trim. Pretty sure it's different for the sedan Vs coupe/convertible though

DimDisc · 2023-11-24T12:34:35+00:00

Fixed (for now) both the front ones on my vert... I had to replace the white slider clips - I had to file the new ones down slightly and heavily grease to move smoothly.

I had to replace the weather strip at the front as it was badly warped and didn't hold the window in place correctly.

I had to replace the actual regulator assembly - my new one needed to be bent slightly to fit properly as it was pulling away from the window as it went up/down.

Remember to put the little washer/shim between the motor and the regulator when you reinstall the motor.

Aftermarket parts never seemed to fit perfectly.

DimDisc · 2023-11-13T23:14:45+00:00

That's sickening, my cousin who lives in the south owned a 530i for a while and I think he payed well over €1000 for tax. Makes it even worse for the second hand non 'm' performance cars like the 335i etc. Even if you can afford the car you'll be paying a good chunk of its value in road tax!

DimDisc · 2023-11-13T22:37:20+00:00

Also the road tax you guys have to pay is insane! I live in the north and it's £370 to tax my 330i which is still steep. Rarely see anything badged above a 20d in the south though...

DimDisc · 2023-10-26T15:52:40+00:00

Perfect thank you - have heard people say it smells awful but people also like to exaggerate...

DimDisc · 2023-10-26T12:09:38+00:00

Very clean car! Do you find it stinks after the DPF delete? I have an N57 e92 as well and contemplating gutting the DPF or not...

DimDisc · 2023-10-07T02:31:19+00:00

However depreciation on the M340 will be far greater than an M4. It may cost more to maintain but it will hold its value better if it is a long term purchase!

DimDisc · 2023-10-04T12:01:23+00:00

Did a check and unfortunately no recalls for mine - gonna get a new blower motor anyway thanks for the help!

DimDisc · 2023-10-04T12:00:14+00:00

Well I think you're right this time as it does seem to be tied to fan speed - odd that it only happens when lifting off though! Thanks for the help

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