From 330d to 320d!

UltimateDream · 08-04-2014, 07:11 PM

Lucky you! Poor new owner though!

mk2vr6 · 10-02-2014, 08:33 PM

Swapped for this -

However, currently looking at possibly another swap for a 2006 320d Msport touring haha.

Becoming a swapaholic!

mk2vr6 · 10-05-2014, 05:11 PM

Done now swapped for a 2006 '56' 320d M Sport Touring and I love it.

While its not quick to drive, it certainly has been well looked after and is in very good condition. Black Dakota leather etc, I'm very happy with the average 40mpg, as opposed to the 23mpg I was getting in the Leon under the same circumstances.

Only pics I have for now -

mk2vr6 · 10-05-2014, 06:49 PM

And some pics from previous owners advert.

First mod - remove 320d badge's. They're gone. Also ordered some led's for number plate and for the sidelights to match the white bulb's below.

And some red tint film from ebay to sort the rear lights and that will do me

dy63 · 10-07-2014, 04:35 AM

im sure i have seen that rattly flywheel 330d in wolverhampton somewhere lol. guy only wanted about 3grand for it.

mk2vr6 · 10-08-2014, 01:46 PM

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Originally Posted by cupraraj

im sure i have seen that rattly flywheel 330d in wolverhampton somewhere lol. guy only wanted about 3grand for it.

Close. It was up for £4200, from the guy I bought it from. I paid £3550 for it.

dy63 · 10-08-2014, 05:48 PM

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Originally Posted by mk2vr6

Close. It was up for £4200, from the guy I bought it from. I paid £3550 for it.

was it in wolves?

mk2vr6 · 10-08-2014, 08:19 PM

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Originally Posted by cupraraj

was it in wolves?

My memory is terrible. It could have been?

It was Birmingham for sure though...

mk2vr6 · 10-10-2014, 04:53 AM

Tried my hand at tinting the rear lights yesterday -

(Ignore the mess!)

Some very slight bubbling -

Reverse light cut out -

At this point I was very happy, they looked spot on, however once fitted I was a little disappointed at the colour difference...

I will redo them with spray in the near future.

A picture at night showing the way too bright LED number plate bulbs too!

Still looks better though -

And new Led Sidelights to match the white front bulbs -

Sensible_ · 10-10-2014, 10:45 AM

Mate, one thing top of your list should be getting that exhaust tip changed to a straight pipe. Or even change the exhaust completely. I've always thought the exhaust on the 4pot pre LCI is a real let down.

dest · 10-10-2014, 05:42 PM

Get some dark line rear lights like mine, I think they would suit the colour of your car

JJ0063 · 10-10-2014, 06:43 PM

Fancy part ex'ing it for a 59 plate 320d lci?

mk2vr6 · 10-10-2014, 08:40 PM

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Originally Posted by JJ0063

Fancy part ex'ing it for a 59 plate 320d lci?

Not sure if serious?

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Originally Posted by dest

Get some dark line rear lights like mine, I think they would suit the colour of your car

I do like them mate, but are quite pricey. I think I'll get a can of proper tint spray and do them again. I think the way they look now is pretty cool.

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Originally Posted by Sensible_

Mate, one thing top of your list should be getting that exhaust tip changed to a straight pipe. Or even change the exhaust completely. I've always thought the exhaust on the 4pot pre LCI is a real let down.

I know! It would be ok if it had twin turned down tips either side like the C6 Audi A6 TDI. First step will be to try and polish it up I think, I really dont want a twin exit as it isn't and never will be a 330d! lol.

mob17 · 10-11-2014, 01:40 AM

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Originally Posted by mk2vr6

Nice, I'm near Tesco Mereway.

Same! I drive a E92 335D...

JJ0063 · 10-11-2014, 03:59 AM

I'm serious as I could do with an estate

mk2vr6 · 10-12-2014, 06:23 PM

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Originally Posted by mob17

Same! I drive a E92 335D...

I know where you live!! hahaaa. Just kidding, I think you live quite near my sons school?

If you ever need it scanning with INPA or GT1, or fancy a chat, let me know mate?

You could even be kind enough to take me out in it sometime? :P

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Originally Posted by JJ0063

I'm serious as I could do with an estate

I'm not really in a position to add cash to any deal though, sorry mate.
Thanks anyway.

mk2vr6 · 10-13-2014, 11:50 AM

We have a problem!

1 hour into a journey to Leeds last week and this was my coolant temp -

Terrible pic, but if you squint you can see 47mpg. Bare in mind I sat in a 50mph limit for about 30 miles too, so this figure should be well over 60mpg really!

Today after an hour or so of being out and about in town traffic etc.

Currently struggle to get more than 28mpg round town babying it, and 48mpg on a (very) long run at sensible speeds.

I will get both thermostats changed asap and report back.

mob17 · 10-13-2014, 12:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mk2vr6

I know where you live!! hahaaa. Just kidding, I think you live quite near my sons school?

If you ever need it scanning with INPA or GT1, or fancy a chat, let me know mate?

You could even be kind enough to take me out in it sometime? :P

haha, yeah live near the tesco, would be good to meet up. And of course can take you out in it no problems, i'll even show you my local route where i drive this car that has no police/pedestrians or cars

mk2vr6 · 10-13-2014, 03:44 PM

Is it black? If so I'm pretty sure I see it every day!

I'll PM you now

mk2vr6 · 12-04-2014, 07:59 PM

320d sold, I had an A8 in between, and now just picked up an 09 LCI 318i haha.

Only problem is the misfire / running issues. I got it cheap because of this, and I'm on a mission to repair as cheap as poss - as is everyone usually.

Anyway...

I bought it with a misfire that comes and goes. When cold it is at its worst, with the gearstick and cabin vibrating at idle. After it warms up it gets better but is still bad, however sometimes it disappears almost completely and pulls hard to the redline, but most of the time it is a pig to drive, with no power and struggling to rev/idle.

I have proof the previous owner replaced the Coilpacks, Plugs and injectors, Both fuel pumps and High and low pressure senders, plus both lambda's with genuine parts. He has told me that only the NOX sensor was yet to be replaced.

I have INPA, and a full scan shows 3 main codes - cylinder 1 + 3 misfire, and random multiple misfires probably caused by the first two codes.

I really dont want to fork out £300 for a sensor to find out it does naff all!

And I find diagnosing bits with INPA a lot harder than working with VCDS for VAG cars!

Any ideas chaps?

Thanks, Tony.

Svothe · 12-04-2014, 08:39 PM

I have no idea but if you guys were still thinking about a northants meet some time I'd be down for it. I live on the three counties border, beds, northants, cambs

makkan00 · 12-05-2014, 02:24 AM

Hang on....
You bough cheap 330d and it had plenty of issues.
Then you bought 320d and it required thermo replacement and you sold it.
Now you bought cheap 318i which has issues....
I can only salute to your bravery and constantly buying cheap problematic cars.

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mk2vr6 Private 5 Rep 64 Posts Drives: 2006 330D Saloon. Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: United Kingdom iTrader: (0)	Done now swapped for a 2006 '56' 320d M Sport Touring and I love it. While its not quick to drive, it certainly has been well looked after and is in very good condition. Black Dakota leather etc, I'm very happy with the average 40mpg, as opposed to the 23mpg I was getting in the Leon under the same circumstances. Only pics I have for now - Last edited by mk2vr6; 10-05-2014 at 06:22 PM..
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mk2vr6 Private 5 Rep 64 Posts Drives: 2006 330D Saloon. Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: United Kingdom iTrader: (0)	And some pics from previous owners advert. First mod - remove 320d badge's. They're gone. Also ordered some led's for number plate and for the sidelights to match the white bulb's below. And some red tint film from ebay to sort the rear lights and that will do me
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dy63 Colonel 165 Rep 2,399 Posts Drives: F30 Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: United Kingdom iTrader: (1)	im sure i have seen that rattly flywheel 330d in wolverhampton somewhere lol. guy only wanted about 3grand for it.
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mk2vr6 Private 5 Rep 64 Posts Drives: 2006 330D Saloon. Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: United Kingdom iTrader: (0)	Tried my hand at tinting the rear lights yesterday - (Ignore the mess!) Some very slight bubbling - Reverse light cut out - At this point I was very happy, they looked spot on, however once fitted I was a little disappointed at the colour difference... I will redo them with spray in the near future. A picture at night showing the way too bright LED number plate bulbs too! Still looks better though - And new Led Sidelights to match the white front bulbs -
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10-13-2014, 11:50 AM	#61
mk2vr6 Private 5 Rep 64 Posts Drives: 2006 330D Saloon. Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: United Kingdom iTrader: (0)	We have a problem! 1 hour into a journey to Leeds last week and this was my coolant temp - Terrible pic, but if you squint you can see 47mpg. Bare in mind I sat in a 50mph limit for about 30 miles too, so this figure should be well over 60mpg really! Today after an hour or so of being out and about in town traffic etc. Currently struggle to get more than 28mpg round town babying it, and 48mpg on a (very) long run at sensible speeds. I will get both thermostats changed asap and report back.
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mk2vr6 Private 5 Rep 64 Posts Drives: 2006 330D Saloon. Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: United Kingdom iTrader: (0)	320d sold, I had an A8 in between, and now just picked up an 09 LCI 318i haha. Only problem is the misfire / running issues. I got it cheap because of this, and I'm on a mission to repair as cheap as poss - as is everyone usually. Anyway... I bought it with a misfire that comes and goes. When cold it is at its worst, with the gearstick and cabin vibrating at idle. After it warms up it gets better but is still bad, however sometimes it disappears almost completely and pulls hard to the redline, but most of the time it is a pig to drive, with no power and struggling to rev/idle. I have proof the previous owner replaced the Coilpacks, Plugs and injectors, Both fuel pumps and High and low pressure senders, plus both lambda's with genuine parts. He has told me that only the NOX sensor was yet to be replaced. I have INPA, and a full scan shows 3 main codes - cylinder 1 + 3 misfire, and random multiple misfires probably caused by the first two codes. I really dont want to fork out £300 for a sensor to find out it does naff all! And I find diagnosing bits with INPA a lot harder than working with VCDS for VAG cars! Any ideas chaps? Thanks, Tony.
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12-05-2014, 02:24 AM	#66
makkan00 Major General 898 Rep 9,105 Posts Drives: F83 and F36 Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Essex iTrader: (56)	Hang on.... You bough cheap 330d and it had plenty of issues. Then you bought 320d and it required thermo replacement and you sold it. Now you bought cheap 318i which has issues.... I can only salute to your bravery and constantly buying cheap problematic cars. __________________ F36 Xdrive for her - HUD, park assist, heated steering wheel, rear camera, Apple car play F36 RWD for him - HK, M sports pack, GTS tail light, Apple car play
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