Re: Looking to buy 840ci and a few questions... (archive)

John,
I'm not sure of the difference in the V8 engines other than more horsepower in the larger. However it is important to note that in 93 and 94 there were Nikelsil(sp) liners put in the engines that can end up ruining the engine so as is often advised here you should be sure of what years those engines appeared, if the car you looking at has one and hopefully "IF" it has been changed and fixed by the factory. If not then you could be looking at having to replace an engine after you purchase the car!!

Also, here is some other very important information that was posted last week by Derek Pinton in Canada concerning what to watch for and be concerned with when buying an 840 or E31.

Here it is:

Sounds like you've already got some great input. Below is a quick checklist that I put together (in no particular order) as a result of things I've had to do to my 850. A lot depends on how fussy you are and how particular the previous owner was in keeping up with ongoing maintenance.

One of the real pleasures in owning an 8 series is the advice, support and enthusiasm you'll receive and share in as a member of this board. Good luck on your purchase.

Derek - '93 850Ci - L/G

Quick Checklist -

check sunroof alignment
check hood alignment
check horn lights - do they flash
check horns - both working and secure
check ribbon lights - any fogging
check to see if any chipping on rear of hood by wiper arms
check plastic grills by ribbon lights - they come loose frequently
check temp wheel lights - working?
check all radio backlights - working?
Check all switch backlights - working?
check A/M switch - backlight working?
check pixels in OBC
check all fluids
check service lights - number left green?
check center stop light - working? - fogged?
check seat travel - no tilt or binding
check all windows work - auto down and up working
check toolkit - all there?
check first aid kit - all there?
check glovebox flashlight - there? - working?
check cruise control
check front dam - tight?
touch up paint available?
check rear window defroster - confirm it's working
all black screw plugs for fan shroud there?
is phone manual avail??
check both window seals - tend to go at front/rear joint
check for spare fuses
have DK motors been done?
check steering - if loose, may require lower control arms/bushings
check both batteries - if one soft then both will need to be replaced
check jack point rubbers - there and whole?
intake manifold gaskets ok?

Hope this all helps, Kurt

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