BMW rechargeable torch - 5-Series
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Topic: BMW rechargeable torch - 5-Series
Posted By: rumba
Subject: BMW rechargeable torch - 5-Series
Date Posted: 08-August-2004 at 19:01
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Does the 530i SE come with a rechargeable glovebox torch? I have a '53' model purchased recently but the salesman said that Beemers don't come with torches anymore. Taz |
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Posted By: b8alk
Date Posted: 08-August-2004 at 19:07
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BOY THESE NEW BMW,S ARE REALLY GOING DOWN HILL NOT ONLY DO THEY BRAKE DOWN MORE BUT YOU DONT EVEN GET A TORCH TO LOOK AT THE MAP WITH SO AS YOU CAN TELL THE RAC/AA WERE YOU ARE. (only jokeing) ------------- E34 M30 535i SPORT  
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Posted By: kbannon
Date Posted: 08-August-2004 at 21:08
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I picked one up on http://www.Ebay.co.uk - www.Ebay.co.uk for next to nothing ------------- Current: 2009 E60 520d "Sport" tractor Previous: 1989 E30 320i SE 1997 E39 523i 2003 E39 525i Sport Individual |
Posted By: kbannon
Date Posted: 08-August-2004 at 23:17
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BTW, if getting one from ebay, make sure it fits your car (E39, E60 or whatever) as I originally bought mine for the E30 not realising it wouldn't fit it. It works fine in my E39 though. ------------- Current: 2009 E60 520d "Sport" tractor Previous: 1989 E30 320i SE 1997 E39 523i 2003 E39 525i Sport Individual |
Posted By: rumba
Date Posted: 09-August-2004 at 18:53
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How do I find out which model I have? I'm not familiar with the 'E' numbers. I have a '53' model 530i SE - which 'E' number is this? Cheers, Taz |
Posted By: e34m5
Date Posted: 09-August-2004 at 19:00
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Your is an E39, you need one of the Black torches advertised on ebay.
Miles -------------  
1991 525i Sport Manual http://forum.bmw5.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=3552&st=0"> 
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Posted By: danio2020
Date Posted: 09-August-2004 at 19:06
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The official thing with the torches is that they no longer come with the cars as part of the pdi kit, the same as exhaust tips, if you want them there an extra or the dealers gotta pay for it-came in about 12 months or so ago.
Dan ------------- Company BMW driver |
Posted By: rumba
Date Posted: 09-August-2004 at 21:46
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Thanks for all the replies. It all makes a bit more sense now. Taz |
Posted By: thepits
Date Posted: 09-August-2004 at 21:51
Before you waste your money on EBay find out how much they are from a dealer! 
Lots of the E30 ones sold thru EBay were MORE money than you could pay at the stealer - especially with your discount!  ------------- Cats know your every thought. But don't care. |
Posted By: rumba
Date Posted: 09-August-2004 at 22:39
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I'm actually popping into the dealer tomorrow morning to order a bluetooth cradle. I'll ask about the torch. By the way, what discount are you referring to? Cheers, Taz |
Posted By: e34m5
Date Posted: 09-August-2004 at 23:18
If you join the BMW Car Club you get a 10% discount on parts at your local BMW dealer 
Miles -------------
1991 525i Sport Manual http://forum.bmw5.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=3552&st=0">
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Posted By: SeeSure
Date Posted: 10-August-2004 at 08:59
| I was quoted £16 from a dealer for the torch, picked up one on Ebay for £4.99 inc postage. |
Posted By: rumba
Date Posted: 10-August-2004 at 21:17
| Same here. Went to BMW Heathrow and was quoted 16GBP + VAT! Will buy from E-Bay... |
Posted By: thepits
Date Posted: 10-August-2004 at 22:39
Or even 15% if you're lucky! ------------- Cats know your every thought. But don't care. |
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