Worth it to Mod/Tune 85k 2007 335i?

RevALot · 06-18-2012, 06:45 PM

Just wondering peoples opinions about modifying a 335i with approximately 85k in miles. The optioning being whether it is worth it or not. The mods I'm considering are:

* Quaife LSD
* Intercooler
* Cobb AccessPort
* Air-Intake

old account 2 · 06-18-2012, 06:48 PM

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Originally Posted by RevALot

Just wondering peoples opinions about modifying a 335i with approximately 85k in miles. The optioning being whether it is worth it or not. The mods I'm considering are:

* Quaife LSD
* Intercooler
* Cobb AccessPort
* Air-Intake

Our in-house 335i has about 85,000 miles now and it still running as strong as ever! It recently needed new injectors, but has been problem free outside of normal maintenance. Not to mention, about 10,000 of those miles have probably been on the dyno! This car has been running GIAC stage 1 software with an upgraded intercooler and intake, as well as water-methanol injection.

idrift4wd · 06-18-2012, 07:07 PM

DO IT!!!!!!

rolando316 · 06-18-2012, 07:10 PM

Hell Yeah! But be careful...that mod list is going to get a lot longer after you start!!!

benzy89 · 06-18-2012, 07:10 PM

If it's a healthy, maintained N54 it's worth modding! Get that COBB tune on their & start the road to FBO

Jeff@TopGearSolutions · 06-18-2012, 07:11 PM

Plenty worth it.

Just make sure all your hardware is up to date:

Latest Fuel pump and injectors properly coded.

Fresh spark plugs Every 20-30K Miles

Intake valve cleaning Every 40-50K Miles

For starters...

kcballinsd · 06-18-2012, 07:13 PM

Have about 1k miles under my belt with a tune and dual intake's... all seems to be well so far. 2007 e92 with 62,000 miles!

nafoo · 06-18-2012, 07:19 PM

I'm not positive, but it may be a crime not to tune a N54.

nailer335 · 06-18-2012, 07:37 PM

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Originally Posted by nafoo

I'm not positive, but it may be a crime not to tune a N54.

I think it is. Punishable by death- you get beaten by tampons

E90SoFlo · 06-18-2012, 07:56 PM

101k here, full bolt on. So far no issues.

dlbrooks18 · 06-18-2012, 08:13 PM

YES!!

Cypress · 06-18-2012, 09:07 PM

By all means, mod the living crap out of it, you have zero warranty issues to worry about, haha.

vantage_coupe · 06-18-2012, 09:11 PM

I agree you should be fine as long as the car is well maintained.

What makes me laugh is if you renamed the title, Worth buying 07 335i with 85k most people would reply whining about the potential reliability issues and potential costs but lets face it these cars are pretty solid engine/drivetrain-wise.

Enjoy!

benzy89 · 06-18-2012, 10:30 PM

At 85k, the only thing I'd really be worried about is the suspension, intake valves & fluids. It sounds like the car is in good shape.

Retrospect · 06-19-2012, 12:25 AM

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Originally Posted by nafoo

I'm not positive, but it may be a crime not to tune a N54.

Agreed

that made me lol haha

Spoolin335 · 06-19-2012, 12:28 AM

It should have been tuned 85K miles ago, never to late to tune it.

douwe22 · 06-19-2012, 12:32 AM

Get the cobb, won't have any regrets, happy modding, once you start you always wan't more, lol

robc1976 · 06-19-2012, 02:08 AM

Totally worth it...I have 93,000 with mods listed below. I am in the process of getting a new motor as a back up but won't need for quite some time...I just want it. My buddy has 128,000 miss on his 2007 and it runs right with me....very solid platform!

e1001usa · 06-19-2012, 09:07 AM

Its never to late

BMWsky · 06-19-2012, 09:35 AM

Like everyone else said, go for it. I'd also recommend getting a walnut blast done to your valves, change plugs, and even clean your vanos solenoids before tuning. After that, let it rip.

georgelb · 06-19-2012, 09:42 AM

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Originally Posted by BMWsky

Like everyone else said, go for it. I'd also recommend getting a walnut blast done to your valves, change plugs, and even clean your vanos solenoids before tuning. After that, let it rip.

Agreed, I'm at 86k with an '07 and just had my valves cleaned for the first time at 83k, and they were hideous. You might check suspension too as mentioned above; I know some of my bushings are on their last leg at this point in the car's life.

3-Serious · 06-19-2012, 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by nafoo

I'm not positive, but it may be a crime not to tune a N54.

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Jeff@TopGearSolutions 3472 Rep 79,211 Posts Drives: C6 Z06, 09 335i, 10 335xi Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: www.TopGearSolutions.com iTrader: (37)	Plenty worth it. Just make sure all your hardware is up to date: Latest Fuel pump and injectors properly coded. Fresh spark plugs Every 20-30K Miles Intake valve cleaning Every 40-50K Miles For starters...
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kcballinsd Enlisted Member 1 Rep 37 Posts Drives: 07 335i, 6MT Coral Red Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: San Diego iTrader: (0)	Have about 1k miles under my belt with a tune and dual intake's... all seems to be well so far. 2007 e92 with 62,000 miles!
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nafoo Major 48 Rep 1,145 Posts Drives: Boosted Bimmer Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Earth iTrader: (15)	I'm not positive, but it may be a crime not to tune a N54.
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vantage_coupe First Lieutenant 20 Rep 345 Posts Drives: e92 335 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Ontario iTrader: (0)	I agree you should be fine as long as the car is well maintained. What makes me laugh is if you renamed the title, Worth buying 07 335i with 85k most people would reply whining about the potential reliability issues and potential costs but lets face it these cars are pretty solid engine/drivetrain-wise. Enjoy!
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robc1976 DIYER 637 Rep 5,521 Posts Drives: E90 335i Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Illinois iTrader: (14)	Totally worth it...I have 93,000 with mods listed below. I am in the process of getting a new motor as a back up but won't need for quite some time...I just want it. My buddy has 128,000 miss on his 2007 and it runs right with me....very solid platform! __________________ JB4 G5, Stage 3 LPFP, Stage 2 MOTIV PI, VM 6466 ST, Custom OCC W/ SS lines, ER FMIC, ER CP W/HKS BOV, M3 control arms, M3 guide rods, M3 upper links, M3 front & rear sway-bars, HPA rear toe arms, Wavetrac LSD, HPF Gen 2, DEFIV kit, KW clubsport, Delrin solid SF bushings, stoptech rotors, Rogue Tranny Mounts, 1M bumper, M3 CF hood, M3 fenders, M3 OEM sideskirts, Mtech rear bumper, CSL trunk, MORR VS8.2 rims 245/295
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e1001usa Private First Class 1 Rep 117 Posts Drives: 2007 335i Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Maryland iTrader: (0)	Its never to late
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BMWsky Major 25 Rep 1,244 Posts Drives: 335i Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Webster NY iTrader: (1)	Like everyone else said, go for it. I'd also recommend getting a walnut blast done to your valves, change plugs, and even clean your vanos solenoids before tuning. After that, let it rip.
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