[MTMnet]

I had the oil and filter changed today at 1,600 miles. The cost was $69.00 dollars.

I plan to change it again at 5K and then every 5K after that...

Can someone tell me what the model number is for the 330i engine? Is is the M52 or the M??

Thanks,
Mike

[David328M-Sport]

M52

[england1987]

Hey, I've got a question for you. I haven't driven a BMW 3er manual yet, how is the clutch? And the gear shift? thanks, in advance.

[Chesmu]

engine is N52.... not M

and the shift throw and clutch are wonderful. Better than my boxster. And a lot better than my old honda accord.

[David328M-Sport]

Originally Posted by moocow

engine is N52.... not M

OOPS oh yeah N not M 52. My mistake on the keyboard. I Shouldn't be is such a hurry.

I meant to type N52.

[Chesmu]

sure thing, Major. You've just got M series on the brain

[Hunter399]

Does anyone know of a good site to buy the oil and filters from?

[rlc]

Originally Posted by england1987

Hey, I've got a question for you. I haven't driven a BMW 3er manual yet, how is the clutch? And the gear shift? thanks, in advance.

Clutch and gear shift are excellent. Don't be thrown off by the clutch being grabby on a car with low mileage (like on a test drive). My car has 1500 miles on it now and the shifting is completely different from when the car was brand new. It really smoothed out around 500 miles. Also, the power is noticeably better and smoother than it was at delivery - gaining more strength every day!

[CirrusSR22]

Originally Posted by hunter399@mac.com

Does anyone know of a good site to buy the oil and filters from?

PelicanParts.com has always been my favorite place for parts. N52 filters are $10.50

Part #11427541827

bimmerparts.com has them for $10.39

[MTMnet]

Thanks for the info. N52 engine..

The clutch and shifter are fantastic! This car is meant to be driven with a Manual Gear box in my opinion.

[ksfrogman]

Originally Posted by england1987

Hey, I've got a question for you. I haven't driven a BMW 3er manual yet, how is the clutch? And the gear shift? thanks, in advance.

No probs. Love it.

[lux.sh]

Originally Posted by MTMnet

I had the oil and filter changed today at 1,600 miles. The cost was $69.00 dollars.

how long did it take, and how do you like it? did you inspect the oil after you got 'em changed?

[MTMnet]

Originally Posted by lux.sh

how long did it take, and how do you like it? did you inspect the oil after you got 'em changed?

I had to wait for an hour or so. This dealership is super busy.

I did not get to look at the old oil, but for $69.00 dollars it feels good to get the original oil out of there.

It can only help resale value when your remind the buyer that the other 330i's that they are looking to purchase, only had the oil changed every 15K miles..(not a car i would want to buy)

[lux.sh]

Originally Posted by MTMnet

It can only help resale value when your remind the buyer that the other 330i's that they are looking to purchase, only had the oil changed every 15K miles..(not a car i would want to buy)

Even thought it might not have a huge impact on resale, thats a good thought. It might attract more buyers when selling privately.

[ben1364]

MTMnet wrote in part, "I had the oil and filter changed today at 1,600 miles. "
__________________________________________________ __I changed the oil and filter at 7500 miles and noted a very strong odor of gasoline in the old oil. The engine was hot at the time and had been run for 35 miles immediately prior to the oil/filter change. I wil not go this long again, despite the BMW recommendation. Ili and filters are too cheap to take the chance, IMO.

[330Inewbie]

i thought bmw said you don't have to change it until 15K miles?

[F32Fleet]

Originally Posted by 330Inewbie

i thought bmw said you don't have to change it until 15K miles?

That is true. It's about the oil. Many people feel every 7500 is fine. Some change only the filter at 7500 miles.

Anything more frequent that, imho, is just an excuse to work on the car because "their daddy did it that way" or whatever "feel good" excuse they come up with.

[ben1364]

Originally Posted by Socom

That is true. It's about the oil. Many people feel every 7500 is fine. Some change only the filter at 7500 miles.

Anything more frequent that, imho, is just an excuse to work on the car because "their daddy did it that way" or whatever "feel good" excuse they come up with.

__________________________________________________ _
LOL. I resemble that remark! <G> I am old fashioned in that I consider motor oil and filters as cheap insurance. The primary reason that I will not buy an off-lease car is that they normally receive only minimal maintenance. The strong odor of gasoline in the oil that I changed is enough to convince me that BMW is not looking beyond the warranty period in making their oil change recommendations. It would cos them a few bucks to provide "free" scheduled maintenance if they specified 5000 or 7500 mile oil changes. Risk it if you wish but I will spend the $60 bucks every 5000 miles. Hey I was very reluctant to move beyond the 90 day 3000 mile rule! :-)

[F32Fleet]

Originally Posted by ben1364

__________________________________________________ _
LOL. I resemble that remark! <G> I am old fashioned in that I consider motor oil and filters as cheap insurance. The primary reason that I will not buy an off-lease car is that they normally receive only minimal maintenance. The strong odor of gasoline in the oil that I changed is enough to convince me that BMW is not looking beyond the warranty period in making their oil change recommendations. It would cos them a few bucks to provide "free" scheduled maintenance if they specified 5000 or 7500 mile oil changes. Risk it if you wish but I will spend the $60 bucks every 5000 miles. Hey I was very reluctant to move beyond the 90 day 3000 mile rule! :-)

Why not just go non-synthetic and save some $$? Afterall, a big reason behind using synthetic has to do with the extended change interval. E90Fleet!!! Where are you !!!!..

[e4chan]

Quick question....do you have to bring it to back the dealer, or could you bring it to lube and filter place to have it done? And watch them to make sure they put Synthetic Oil back in.

Has anyone done this? I live in Canada and was thinking after 5000km is reached, I'd bring it to Minute Lube to get it changed with Mobil 1 syn. oil. Any thoughts gurus?

Thanks
e4.

[F32Fleet]

I supposed you could have any quickie lube do the work. Just make sure they don't overtorque(sp?) anything.

[lux.sh]

Originally Posted by Socom

That is true. It's about the oil. Many people feel every 7500 is fine. Some change only the filter at 7500 miles.

Anything more frequent that, imho, is just an excuse to work on the car because "their daddy did it that way" or whatever "feel good" excuse they come up with.

way to generalize there buddy.

Did you miss that thread when a E90 owner took his oil for professional analysis? guess what the result was.

To each on your own. Honestly, I think 15,000 is fine, but for safe side sake, Im going to get my first oil changed @ 5000miles. First oil is where all the dirty debris are left over. After that, I'll follow BMW's procedure.