Hi all recently took ownership of my first BM, 2.0 X3 sport diesel, love it so far is there anything i should look out for its a 54 plate with 70k on the clock.
The previous owner has worn out some of the paint at the centre part of the steering wheel can this be replaced ? apart from that all good.
Cheers
Tony
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Hello and welcome to the forum..... 
I think the steering wheel can be resprayed. If memory serves BMW use some sort of rubber paint to bond to the plastic, but it can be redone using any of the appropriate plastic paints. I think some have done it here. It's a very common problem across a number of BMWs from 2004 onwards. Had the same on my E53 X5.
In terms of issues we don't yet have many X3 Owners here but no doubt one of them will come along, and there will be some similarities with the E53 too......
.......and don't forget a couple of pics of your new toy (assuming you're happy to show)....
I think the steering wheel can be resprayed. If memory serves BMW use some sort of rubber paint to bond to the plastic, but it can be redone using any of the appropriate plastic paints. I think some have done it here. It's a very common problem across a number of BMWs from 2004 onwards. Had the same on my E53 X5.
In terms of issues we don't yet have many X3 Owners here but no doubt one of them will come along, and there will be some similarities with the E53 too......
.......and don't forget a couple of pics of your new toy (assuming you're happy to show)....
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Never anthropomorphise computers. They hate that.Re: New X3
Yea will get some pics on asap, still getting use to it, its a great ride but a bit bumpy is that common
Re: New X3
yes will be a firm ride as its a sport
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Neon lights, Elec fold in mirr, 6Cd changer,DSP, Sat nav, Bluetooth, Wood pack
Speed camera warning, Heated front seats, Wabasto heater, Auto wipers lights, Rear view camera.
Re: New X3
If the car has a warranty BMW 'may' change FOC.
They did on my old 4.8iS, equally I've heard stories of owners being told to f-off!
They did on my old 4.8iS, equally I've heard stories of owners being told to f-off!
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Re: New X3
No its out of warranty can anyone recommend a paint to repair with
Re: New X3
I guess any matt black rubberised paint will do the job.
Be sure to take the wheel apart, remove all existing paint and spray away
Be sure to take the wheel apart, remove all existing paint and spray away
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2016 X3 20D M Sport
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4.8iS X5
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Re: New X3
Welcome and whatever the cost of paint/effort, do ask Parts Dept how much for a new piece. Bought mine for sub £30.
Mogs, going back a bit but think you had a grey 'is' right?
Mogs, going back a bit but think you had a grey 'is' right?
Scn Protect,Alarm Chirp,Ashtray del,Sub install,IV2,Screens,PS2 Media,Chrome rings,Schnitzer pedals,Reverse cam,Silver Grills,F/mirrors,Comp Spkrs,Heated S/W,20"168s,Splash scn,Arches,Remap,LED Tails,ACS Spoiler,'is' Bumper Trim,Rear heated seats,Rear blinds
Re: New X3
Yup, first was a carbon Black 3.0D M Sport and then onto a Sterling Grey 4.8iS
You've got a good memory!
You've got a good memory!
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2016 X3 20D M Sport
2016 X5 M50d
F10 M5
120D M Sport
335i DCT Vert
997 C2S
30D M Sport X5
2.0D M Sport X3
535D M Sport
4.8iS X5
3.0D M Sport X5
320D M Sport Cab
996 C2 Cab
Boxster S
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4.8iS X5
3.0D M Sport X5
320D M Sport Cab
996 C2 Cab
Boxster S
Golf GTi (150 D)
Re: New X3
[quote=""mogsyman""]Yup, first was a carbon Black 3.0D M Sport and then onto a Sterling Grey 4.8iS
You've got a good memory![/quote]
Think it was the fact they were so rare when you had yours, none had that colour (that I had seen). 3 years later and I finally caught up!
It was gorgeous.
You've got a good memory![/quote]
Think it was the fact they were so rare when you had yours, none had that colour (that I had seen). 3 years later and I finally caught up!
It was gorgeous.
Scn Protect,Alarm Chirp,Ashtray del,Sub install,IV2,Screens,PS2 Media,Chrome rings,Schnitzer pedals,Reverse cam,Silver Grills,F/mirrors,Comp Spkrs,Heated S/W,20"168s,Splash scn,Arches,Remap,LED Tails,ACS Spoiler,'is' Bumper Trim,Rear heated seats,Rear blinds
Re: New X3
Welcome aboard. Look forward to the pics as not many on here.
You can either paint it (I know others have) or as Sanj has suggested, buy a new one as they aren't as expensive as you think.
You can either paint it (I know others have) or as Sanj has suggested, buy a new one as they aren't as expensive as you think.
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Cheers guys thanks for the info and the welcome