The complete automotive resource for buyers, sellers, and owners like you.
Car, Truck and SUV Forums at Roadfly
+ Bentley Forums
+ BMW Forums
+ Cadillac Forums
+ Chevrolet Forums
+ Ferrari Forums
+ Jaguar Forums
+ Lamborghini Forums
+ Lotus Forums
+ Mercedes-Benz Forums
+ Maserati Forums
+ MINI Forums
+ Porsche Forums
+ General Discussion
+ Marketplace Forums
Re: 635 & Rust (archive)
[ Follow Ups ] [ 6-series (E24) Message Board ] [ Msg. Board FAQ ]
Posted by Jo Toha on April 09, 2000 at 15:15:31:

In Reply to: Re: 635 & Rust posted by Robert on April 09, 2000 at 14:23:06:

: Thanks for the reply. Actually the two body shops did mention cutting out the rust and replacing them with fiberglass (if my memory serves me correctly). Even so, both said there's no guarantee that the rust will show up again. Can I ask what your cost was to repair the rust? The two bubbles under my tail light was estimated at $600 from the BMW shop. Yup, I think my car is worth the repair too. BTW, I'm in McLean, VA.
: Thanks,
: Robert.

: : My 83 633 had the same problem. It was very costly but I had all of the rust cut out and replaced some of the body panels. The shops that you are dealing with are probably going to sand and puddy the rust, instead of cutting it out. You can fix the problem but it will cost alot of $$$. My car was worth it.

: : Ps --> Where are you located in Virginia. I am located in Potomac, MD

It's true that rust is a serious problem and also hard to stop but no serious body shop can tell you that is not worth it to fix it. The repair will not last forever but you could get a good 5 years before it shows up again with the work of a good repair man,otherwise there would not be any classic & historic cars around. You think your 635 has bad rust proofing, try an Alfa Romeo, a Jaguar or many other great classic cars that you can see being used even as daily drivers. I also live in the DC area but moved here just recently and don't any many body shops, actually I am still looking for a mechanic for my 88 635csi (no rust at all) Maybe you guys can recomend me one. I live in Georgetown and can take it either to MD or VA. Good luck getting rid of the rust, but rest asure, it can be done.

jo

Follow Ups:


[ Follow Ups ] [ 6-series (E24) Message Board ] [ Msg. Board FAQ ]
Questions, comments, or problems, please visit the Roadfly help desk.
Roadfly.com Logo © 1997 - 2008 Jump Internet Inc. All rights reserved.