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In Reply to: Leakdown question posted by CLGersh on March 12, 2000 at 21:08:18:
Go to www.530i.org. Almost anything you would want to know is there. I would suggest gettting very familiar with the options etc BEFORE I took posession of the car, just in case. You might want to print off some stuff and take it to the Lexus dealer.
Don
: Don,
: Thanks for the info. Actually I am buying the car from a Lexus dealer. The previous owner decided it was time for a GS400.
: I asked the Lexus dealer to find out about the leakdown test. They have a good relationship with the BMW dealer down the street. If the block hasn't been replaced, I will be getting the leakdown test on Tuesday or Wednesday.
: This raises a question:
: If the block hasn't been replaced and the car passes the leakdown test, am I in trouble?
: The reason I ask is because the car is a 95 and the extended engine warranty will expire in 8 months. Will it just be a matter of time before the engine compression goes? It only has 53,000 miles.
: I live in NJ and I believe the car has always been in NJ also. What is the sulfur content in NJ?
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: In a wierd way, I am keeping my fingers crossed that the block has been replaced or the engine fails the leakdown. This way I know that I won't have any headaches.
: CLGersh
: : Hang on to your wallet. If I remember correctly, only a dealer can provide a key and they are over US$100. If you are purchasing the car from a dealer, ask them to provide keys as part of the sale price. There should be two main keys, a valet key and a "wallet" key.
: : BTW, has the engine had a leak down check or has the block been replaced? Perhaps a dumb question, but are you aware of the problems with BMW V8 engine blocks of that vintage. if not check the archives and look for information on 530's There is a comprehensive site that covers all you need to know.
: : Don
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