BMW M3 Forum (E90 E92) https://www.m3post.com/forums/ Forum for BMW 1-Series 3-Series 5-Series 7-Series M3 M5 M6 Z4 X1 X3 X5 X6 Z2 Z4 325i 330i 335i 535i 550i 755i BMW Forums en Mon, 13 Apr 2026 08:26:59 GMT vBulletin 60 https://www.m3post.com/forums/multisite-style/m3post/misc/rss.jpg BMW M3 Forum (E90 E92) https://www.m3post.com/forums/ WTB clean E9x M3 cash buyer https://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237223&goto=newpost Mon, 13 Apr 2026 07:51:41 GMT hey on the hunt for a E9x M3 again after my dream slicktop E90 was totaled by a idiot who ran a red. looking for a E92 or E90. looking for a clean car thats been taken care of, this will be my forever E9x. thanks! requirements -2011 and up -comp -alpine white, jet black or some kind of blue... hey on the hunt for a E9x M3 again after my dream slicktop E90 was totaled by a idiot who ran a red. looking for a E92 or E90. looking for a clean car thats been taken care of, this will be my forever E9x. thanks!

requirements
-2011 and up
-comp
-alpine white, jet black or some kind of blue
-under 70k miles
-if its a E90 needs to be slicktop

i cant access my previous m3post account so i had to make a new one and cant PM yet

instagram is @labmotorsportsla ]]> Cars for sale/wanted/trade E9xLAB https://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237223 WTB: M Performance Splitters https://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237216&goto=newpost Mon, 13 Apr 2026 06:44:33 GMT Looking for OEM M Performance Splitters. Let me know what you have. Looking for OEM M Performance Splitters.


Let me know what you have. ]]> Exterior / Cosmetic Parts itrocks4u https://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237216 Can Tire Dressings Cause the Browning of Tires? https://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237210&goto=newpost Mon, 13 Apr 2026 04:01:35 GMT Is it possible that tire dressings accelerate the browning color of tires? My tires are only 10 months old, and I notice the sidewalls are aren’t jet black like they were when new. I only noticed this recently when I started using a “wet” tire dressing. Is there a correlation? I know all tires... Is it possible that tire dressings accelerate the browning color of tires?

My tires are only 10 months old, and I notice the sidewalls are aren’t jet black like they were when new. I only noticed this recently when I started using a “wet” tire dressing. Is there a correlation? I know all tires will eventually get some brown color due to UV exposure, but could the tire dressing possibly be accelerating the browning effect? It just seems more than I expect for 10 month old tires.
]]> JoeyO https://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237210 2025 m340i paint warranty claim? https://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237202&goto=newpost Mon, 13 Apr 2026 02:22:22 GMT Hi guys was hand washing the car today and noticed the paint peeling right under the passenger side taillight. Car is ceramic coated and only ever been hand washed. Got the car new about 9 months ago and has 8k miles. Not sure what might’ve caused this and if it’ll spread. Would this be worth a... Hi guys was hand washing the car today and noticed the paint peeling right under the passenger side taillight. Car is ceramic coated and only ever been hand washed. Got the car new about 9 months ago and has 8k miles. Not sure what might’ve caused this and if it’ll spread. Would this be worth a warranty claim?


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]]> rx_bmw https://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237202 Original Battery Lifespan https://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237188&goto=newpost Sun, 12 Apr 2026 23:56:35 GMT My 2022 BMW now has 15K miles with the original battery. Curious to see if anyone else has had to replace their battery yet, and if so, at what age, mileage. My 2022 BMW now has 15K miles with the original battery.

Curious to see if anyone else has had to replace their battery yet, and if so, at what age, mileage. ]]> General BMW News and Cars Discussion IndyRed128i https://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237188 Cover/Jump Starter/Tools - E92 M3 Part Out https://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237182&goto=newpost Sun, 12 Apr 2026 23:31:17 GMT Looking to sell a few items I have no use for anymore now that I sold the car. * Custom Covercraft cover. Made out of their Weathershield HP fabric. Great for indoor/outdoor use while still remaining lightweight enough and can takes very little space when stored. Only used once (outdoor) and is in... Looking to sell a few items I have no use for anymore now that I sold the car.
  • Custom Covercraft cover. Made out of their Weathershield HP fabric. Great for indoor/outdoor use while still remaining lightweight enough and can takes very little space when stored. Only used once (outdoor) and is in like new condition. Looks great, no tears or holes.
  • NOCO GB40 Jump Starter. I actually never had to use it, so can't really talk about its performance. Complete with all accessories and storage pouch.
  • Milwaukee 2352 light. I have the rover version (M18 and M12) and use them a lot more than this one, so decided to sell it. Has had very little use and looks like new.
  • Milwaukee 2668 right angled impact wrench. I don't use that one much, as I tend to favor either the larger impact gun or the cordless ratchet. I'm sure I'm going to regret selling it shortly after I do with an hard to reach bolt that will need to be broken out, but here we are.
  • Milwaukee 2663 impact wrench. This is an absolute workhorse and has helped me change countless tires. I just don't have use for it anymore and looking to sell it. It's not the latest generation so lacking a little bit in terms of torque, but still does a very good job on wheel bolts 90% of the time.

Items:
Custom Covercraft WeatherShield HP Car Cover - Red $250
NOCO GB40 Jump Starter - $50
Milwaukee 2352-20 light - $30
Milwaukee 2668-20 right angled impact wrench - $90
Milwaukee 2663-20 impact wrench - $150


All prices are OBO.
Willing to ship at buyer's expense.
I'm missing the pictures of the Noco and the cover because they are in a storage unit and I forgot to grab pictures ahead of putting them up for sale. Will try to add them later.

Other WTS Threads for this part-out:
Sunglass Storage/Ash Tray/Cover - E92 M3 Part Out
WTS - OEM 359M ZCP wheels + Michelin PS4S Tires
Valve Covers - E92 M3 Part Out
OEM underfloor trim piece - E92 M3 Part Out
OEM exhaust tips (chrome) - E92 M3 Part Out
K + DCAN USB interface - E92 M3 Part Out
Cover/Jump Starter/Tools - E92 M3 Part Out


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]]> Misc. Automotive Items d0o0fy https://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237182 K + DCAN USB interface - E92 M3 Part Out https://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237180&goto=newpost Sun, 12 Apr 2026 23:06:22 GMT Looking to sell a K + DCAN USB interface from one stop electronics. Used to perform coding with INPA and NCS Expert. I haven't coded that way in a while so I don't remember all the details, but I know that when coding using a laptop and those tools, that was the CAN interface I had been using successfully.

Items:
K+DCAN USB Interface - $35

All prices are OBO.
Willing to ship at buyer's expense.


Other WTS Threads for this part-out:
Sunglass Storage/Ash Tray/Cover - E92 M3 Part Out
WTS - OEM 359M ZCP wheels + Michelin PS4S Tires
Valve Covers - E92 M3 Part Out
OEM underfloor trim piece - E92 M3 Part Out
OEM exhaust tips (chrome) - E92 M3 Part Out
K + DCAN USB interface - E92 M3 Part Out
Cover/Jump Starter/Tools - E92 M3 Part Out
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]]> Electronics: Audio / Video / Phone / Alarm / Navigation / Radar d0o0fy https://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237180 OEM exhaust tips (chrome) - E92 M3 Part Out https://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237179&goto=newpost Sun, 12 Apr 2026 22:53:41 GMT Looking to sell OEM exhaust tips in Chrome. These have about 30k miles on them and were taken off the car in 2018. The could use a bit of polishing, but are otherwise in great shape with no deep scratches or dents. They do not come with any rivets. Part numbers are from realoem.com Items: OEM... Looking to sell OEM exhaust tips in Chrome. These have about 30k miles on them and were taken off the car in 2018. The could use a bit of polishing, but are otherwise in great shape with no deep scratches or dents. They do not come with any rivets. Part numbers are from realoem.com

Items:
OEM exhaust tips (chrome) - 18307840634 - $200/set

All prices are OBO.
Willing to ship at buyer's expense. Packaged and ready to ship.


Other WTS Threads for this part-out:
Sunglass Storage/Ash Tray/Cover - E92 M3 Part Out
WTS - OEM 359M ZCP wheels + Michelin PS4S Tires
Valve Covers - E92 M3 Part Out
OEM underfloor trim piece - E92 M3 Part Out
OEM exhaust tips (chrome) - E92 M3 Part Out
K + DCAN USB interface - E92 M3 Part Out
Cover/Jump Starter/Tools - E92 M3 Part Out

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]]> Engine / Drivetrain / Exhaust Parts d0o0fy https://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237179 OEM underfloor trim piece - E92 M3 Part Out https://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237176&goto=newpost Sun, 12 Apr 2026 22:48:07 GMT Looking to sell one of the underfloor trims. Mounts under the engine, it is made of that felt-like material. This one is brand new and never installed, I ordered it to replace a damaged one (the felt doesn't really resist the weather at all) but ultimate replaced the part with a solid aluminum cover instead and never got to install this one. Part numbers are from realoem.com

Items:
OEM underfloor coating - 51757898849 - $100

All prices are OBO.
Willing to ship at buyer's expense.

Other WTS Threads for this part-out:
Sunglass Storage/Ash Tray/Cover - E92 M3 Part Out
WTS - OEM 359M ZCP wheels + Michelin PS4S Tires
Valve Covers - E92 M3 Part Out
OEM underfloor trim piece - E92 M3 Part Out
OEM exhaust tips (chrome) - E92 M3 Part Out
K + DCAN USB interface - E92 M3 Part Out
Cover/Jump Starter/Tools - E92 M3 Part Out


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]]> Engine / Drivetrain / Exhaust Parts d0o0fy https://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237176 Normal Oil and Water temps or is my thermostat failed open? https://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237175&goto=newpost Sun, 12 Apr 2026 22:47:46 GMT Hi guys, I have an 08 6mt m3 that I got a month ago. Previous owner showed me a fault code for thermostat he had last summer but cleared it and it never came back. Last night I went on a drive in 3C (37.4F) weather, went to a drive through, got to normal oil operating temp (95C–100C /... Hi guys, I have an 08 6mt m3 that I got a month ago. Previous owner showed me a fault code for thermostat he had last summer but cleared it and it never came back.

Last night I went on a drive in 3C (37.4F) weather, went to a drive through, got to normal oil operating temp (95C–100C / 203F–212F), and checked my live data through my scan tool and coolant temps were around 84C (183F).

I then went for a spirited drive on the highway and as soon as I started driving (revving it out to 6000-8000rpm) and going over 140kph (85mph+) my oil temps dropped to 75–80C (167F–176F), and never climbed back to normal oil temps all the way home.

Mind you the ambient temp was only 3C (37.4F). Is this what you guys experience driving in the winter/fall?

I have yet to drive this car in the summer in traffic so I've never actually hit >100C (>212F) which I wanted to do to burn off moisture in the oil. Mind you im coming from a 3 series e92 so im used to 120C+ (248F+) oil operating temps. ]]> Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications interlagosbluee92 https://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237175 Valve Covers - E92 M3 Part Out https://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237172&goto=newpost Sun, 12 Apr 2026 22:35:59 GMT Looking to sell a set of OEM valve covers. They were taken off the car at around 39k miles due to a valve cover seal leak. Didn't want to risk it, so decided to replace the covers at the same as the seals. They look in good condition and I do not believe they are warped. Could easily be refinished and reused. Part numbers are from realoem.com

Items:
Engine Valve covers - 11127848153 & 11127848154 - $500 for the set

All prices are OBO.
Willing to ship at buyer's expense. All packaged and ready to ship.

Other WTS Threads for this part-out:
Sunglass Storage/Ash Tray/Cover - E92 M3 Part Out
WTS - OEM 359M ZCP wheels + Michelin PS4S Tires
Valve Covers - E92 M3 Part Out
OEM underfloor trim piece - E92 M3 Part Out
OEM exhaust tips (chrome) - E92 M3 Part Out
K + DCAN USB interface - E92 M3 Part Out
Cover/Jump Starter/Tools - E92 M3 Part Out


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]]> Engine / Drivetrain / Exhaust Parts d0o0fy https://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237172 Kidney Grilles Set - E92 M3 Part Out https://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237169&goto=newpost Sun, 12 Apr 2026 22:11:18 GMT Looking to sell a set of genuine OEM kidney grilles. The are the chrome finished ones that came with the car and came off the car with less than 10k miles on them (probably much less but I don’t have the exact mileage). They are in excellent conditions, with not scratches or damage. Part numbers... Looking to sell a set of genuine OEM kidney grilles. The are the chrome finished ones that came with the car and came off the car with less than 10k miles on them (probably much less but I don’t have the exact mileage). They are in excellent conditions, with not scratches or damage. Part numbers are from realoem.com

Items:
OEM kidney grill (chrome) - 51137157275 & 51137157276 - $100 for the set.

All prices are OBO.
Willing to ship at buyer's expense

Other WTS Threads for this part-out:
Sunglass Storage/Ash Tray/Cover - E92 M3 Part Out
WTS - OEM 359M ZCP wheels + Michelin PS4S Tires
Valve Covers - E92 M3 Part Out
OEM underfloor trim piece - E92 M3 Part Out
OEM exhaust tips (chrome) - E92 M3 Part Out
K + DCAN USB interface - E92 M3 Part Out
Cover/Jump Starter/Tools - E92 M3 Part Out ]]> Exterior / Cosmetic Parts d0o0fy https://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237169 Sunglass Storage/Ash Tray/Cover - E92 M3 Part Out https://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237167&goto=newpost Sun, 12 Apr 2026 21:55:13 GMT Looking to sell different flavors of the storage space in the center console. I ultimately installed an Induktiv Qi charger and just kept those until now. Car has been sold already. Part numbers are from realoem.com Items: OEM console ash tray - 51167132380 - $50 OEM ashtray cover -... Looking to sell different flavors of the storage space in the center console. I ultimately installed an Induktiv Qi charger and just kept those until now. Car has been sold already. Part numbers are from realoem.com

Items:
OEM console ash tray - 51167132380 - $50
OEM ashtray cover - 51167898852 - $25
OEM sunglasses storage - 51167132376 - $50

All prices are OBO.
Willing to ship at buyer's expense

Other WTS Threads for this part-out:
Sunglass Storage/Ash Tray/Cover - E92 M3 Part Out
WTS - OEM 359M ZCP wheels + Michelin PS4S Tires
Valve Covers - E92 M3 Part Out
OEM underfloor trim piece - E92 M3 Part Out
OEM exhaust tips (chrome) - E92 M3 Part Out
K + DCAN USB interface - E92 M3 Part Out
Cover/Jump Starter/Tools - E92 M3 Part Out ]]> Interior Parts d0o0fy https://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237167 Front suspension arms and bits https://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237158&goto=newpost Sun, 12 Apr 2026 19:52:12 GMT Installed spl arms this winter, old parts need to go - SPL front end links $150 - Front tension struts with Turner monoballs $150 - Front control arms $50 - tie rod ends free Everything works, no torn boots or issues. Will ship at your expense. All prices for the pair. Installed spl arms this winter, old parts need to go

- SPL front end links $150
- Front tension struts with Turner monoballs $150
- Front control arms $50
- tie rod ends free

Everything works, no torn boots or issues. Will ship at your expense. All prices for the pair.
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]]> Suspension / Brakes / Chassis / Spacers kolosy https://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237158 Need Balancing? https://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237153&goto=newpost Sun, 12 Apr 2026 19:00:26 GMT Mahle PowerPak Pistons weight is heavier than OEM. The piston itself is the same weight, its wrist pin is 18 grams heavier. I’m saving some weight by using the VAC Rod bolts instead of the OEM but there is still a weight difference over OEM overall. Does the rotating assembly really need re... Mahle PowerPak Pistons weight is heavier than OEM. The piston itself is the same weight, its wrist pin is 18 grams heavier. I’m saving some weight by using the VAC Rod bolts instead of the OEM but there is still a weight difference over OEM overall.
Does the rotating assembly really need re balancing?
I’ve seen different opinions.
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