So, i am quite elated to report that i am the proud new owner of a 2002 Black/Black M5 w/ CPO from BMW. I bought it about 3 months ago with 46 k miles, and already have approx 53k miles.....what an amazing car, to say the least!!!!!! after owning a couple of M3's (one stock 1996, and then a Dinan supercharged 1998 M3 4 door)...all i can say is that my E39 is by far the best sports sedan on the road...at any price.
So, i have some questions.......first off, my car is chewing up about one bottle of Castrol 10w-30 per 800 miles...it that normal?
Second, i constantly hear a "rattle" coming from the rear...i think it is the exhaust hangers...it that a common issue on E39?
Lastly, my car is quickly approaching its Inspection II service...anyone have a idea of he cost for this...and also any tips on how to get the stealer to cover the MAF sensors....and anything else I should ask them to look out for while its in the shop?
Again, hello to all, and I look forward to many years of both contributing and providing whatever i know (which is not alot...ha.ha) to this board.
So, i am quite elated to report that i am the proud new owner of a 2002 Black/Black M5 w/ CPO from BMW. I bought it about 3 months ago with 46 k miles, and already have approx 53k miles.....what an amazing car, to say the least!!!!!! after owning a couple of M3's (one stock 1996, and then a Dinan supercharged 1998 M3 4 door)...all i can say is that my E39 is by far the best sports sedan on the road...at any price.
So, i have some questions.......first off, my car is chewing up about one bottle of Castrol 10w-30 per 800 miles...it that normal?
Second, i constantly hear a "rattle" coming from the rear...i think it is the exhaust hangers...it that a common issue on E39?
Lastly, my car is quickly approaching its Inspection II service...anyone have a idea of he cost for this...and also any tips on how to get the stealer to cover the MAF sensors....and anything else I should ask them to look out for while its in the shop?
Again, hello to all, and I look forward to many years of both contributing and providing whatever i know (which is not alot...ha.ha) to this board.
Colin
Congrats and welcome!
1. I burn around 1qt per 1.5-2K (Mobil 1 5-30) which is normal according to the techs at BMW of SD...Depends on your driving style and city/highway use...Most left coasters (from what I see) burn a little more oil since it's warmer/dryer out here year round...
2. Check your rear deck shelf inside the car...I had a similiar rattling and it turned out to be that...Plus I had them replace all the door seals -- under warranty...
3. Inspection II ran me $750 from an independent shop...MAFS are considered consumbles so you might pay that one outta pocket -- could be wrong though...
Enjoy the ride
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So, i have some questions.......first off, my car is chewing up about one bottle of Castrol 10w-30 per 800 miles...it that normal?
Again, hello to all, and I look forward to many years of both contributing and providing whatever i know (which is not alot...ha.ha) to this board.
Colin
Oil consumption seems high. I used BMW Castrol 5w-30 and burn close to none. Try the BMW Castrol 10w-60 (take a deep breath, it is expensive and pretty much only available from BMW). See if that helps consumption.
Welcome!!
Regards,
Jerry
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Dinan Stage 3 suspension, SS jet coated headers, ESS SC kit, open brake ducts, Hamann front splitters, TEC cupholder, U.S.(Euro style) tilt/slide armrest, 6k HID fogs, 6k super white low beams, V1/Stealth1, dual head LI, 2.65 diff w/40% lockup/2x dynamic, compact spare, Euro trailer hitch, Mocal oil cooler, ACS type rear spoiler, Rogue custom SSK and tranny mounts, ST 355 BBK (fronts), BP sway bar brackets, Bluetooth retrofit
Your oli consumption sounds quite high but not beyond the bounds of reality. You've clearly done a lot of miles in the last 3 months and you can easily find it chewing up a litre every 1-1.5k (depending on driving conditions, style and the oil that you use).
There have been several threads on the rear sway bars. I've not had the problem so I can't comment but have a search and see what you think. Others are better qualified to help.
Service II is a fairly big one so brace yourself.
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Oil consumption seems high. I used BMW Castrol 5w-30 and burn close to none. Try the BMW Castrol 10w-60 (take a deep breath, it is expensive and pretty much only available from BMW). See if that helps consumption.
Welcome!!
Regards,
Jerry
I called my local BMWQ dealer...they advise not to use 10W-60..saying that my2002 uses only 10W-30?
Thanks to everyone that has replied so far...i am totally stoked to have joined this board!!!!!!!!!
[quote=cwallcars]I called my local BMWQ dealer...they advise not to use 10W-60..saying that my2002 uses only 10W-30?
Welcome!
I also have a MY02. I bought it back in Oct. with 38k CPO/BMW. It now has 40k. To date it hasn't burned a drop of oil. The specs call for 5w-30.
I also had a slight rattle in the rear right. It turned out the be the right sway bracket. The dealer replaced it no cost. I would guess that our driving conditions are similar.
No regrets at all from this end!
Welcome and Congratulations! You are right it is an incretable car. So far my 2003 burns about 1 qt. every 3k miles. I recently change to 10W-60 and have not noticed any oil usage. Car runs better and smoother using 10W-60. I did the between oil change at 7K miles, before it goes to dealer for scheduled maintenance.
Igor
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