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Greetings all, just wanted to share a successful fix I just did with the rear subwoofer. This was a Phillips 5" version but this should work with all the others assuming you purchase the correct kit/size. We purchasd this car recently, and as part of my inspection I noted the subwoofer didn't w...

Greetings all, thought I'd finish out this thread now that I fixed the door lock issue (see above). Well, it turned out the issue was not the micro-switch, but the broken plastic connector that secures the locking arm that dangles down from the handle unit that then connects to another arm that actu...

Thank you for the guidance. I will research it and see if I can find any history of a change... sounds unlikely given the difficulty. I must say, it's a really nice shifting box... barely notice it change gears. I noticed the rear diff was a bit whiney or made a little more noise than the previous o...

Here you can read the story explaining 2.3 and 2.5 l engines: https://www.autotrader.com/car-news/bmw-z3-23-didnt-have-23-liter-engine-274344 Thank you, similar to my own summation of what I could find. And since my car was manufactured on 12/99, before they changed the badging in 2001, I'd say som...

Fun note... just ran the vin on my car, and I learned a few things... Since getting the car a few weeks ago, I've since determined it's been repainted in an area, likely after unreported cosmetic damage was repaired (very well done, but I can see the over spray signs. No frame damage). I'd also note...

New owner here as well, across the world but happy to welcome you from the States. Our 2.5i version has a few more 71k (miles), and has needed a few issues addressed, but so far so good. Folks here have been helpful as I learn more about this car. My long term car passion has been centered on a 1967...

Thank you LaRy, will do. I have a new switch coming in a few days but will check things out before installing it and report back.

Just watched the video above... fortunately the switch I'm addressing is on top of the handle/lock and I'm anticipating an easier RnR!

Agreed Motco, I will always take function over form any day. I've briefly seen some videos etc on how to clean and protect the plastic windows, and considering what the alternatives are I will be gentle with it!

Greetings, I just replaced the leaking rear window on the 2000 and wanted to offer some insights to others. I purchased a high quality window that features the rubber seal that I believe mimics the stock BMW replacement. It was about $60 more than another that has a fabric surround that probably req...

Understood, thank you. I didn't mess with the switch at all. Given that it worked ONCE, you're probably right. I will go ahead and order a new switch, and when I've got the door panel off again will clean the original switch with electrical contact cleaner, clean out any old grease, relube the lock ...

Thank you. I will investigate how the lock itself functions in more depth. I noted the key had a spring feel to it but I don't recall feeling a mechanical engagement. When I was reassembling it I spun the key/barrel around until it caught and created that spring feeling, and the key was vertical. Is...

Thank you for your suggestion. These systems are much more involved than anything I've ever seen in my classic Datsun! So I gather that 1) I should be able to lock the door mechanically/manually with the key? 2) I can still have a failing micro switch at the drivers door even if it still locks/unloc...

Greetings all, located in Tacoma Washington, USA. We just purchased a 2000 Z3 2.5 to replace my wife's car and I've been sorting through a few issues. One was the old classic "spinning door lock" problem and as is often found, the cap, spring and block had popped out. They were all located...