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Excerpt: Reminder!If you have received your notice from the DMV and it’s time for a smog test for your BMW or other vehicle, you may want to do it within the next few days.The new EVAP test, (mandated by our California Air Resources Board and implemented by the Bureau of Automotive Repair), is going into effect on December 1st, 2007. If you can get it done prior, it’s probably a good idea. As with any new state mandate or computer upgrade, the first few days can be “problematic”, shall we say. We expect a modest increase in…
Big brother to the rescue – have your wallets ready
Mind the filters, save the blower
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Excerpt: Now, it would not occur to most of you, but lack of regular scheduled maintenance on your BMW can be harmful to your heater blower motor. You do not want to be on the way to “grandma’s house” for the holidays, and find out that your blower is not working.If the micro filters are not changed as required, they become blocked. This condition is hard on your blower motor. In some cases, it can cause malfunction or in a severe situation, even burn out of a component. (Have you ever had your hairdryer overheat and stop…
Getting wiser about cracks
We discussed windshield wipers before and thought it might be a good idea to mention a few other related items.
When you replace those wipers, be sure that you are checking your windshield wiper fluid. Is there enough fluid in the tank, (also referred to as the reservoir). Look for any leaks or cracks in the reservoir. The windshield washer hoses, the washer pump mechanism, and wiper motor should be checked. Have a BMW professional check any of the above that you do not feel like dealing with. (That’s why you have us!)
Happy Motoring!
Where the rubber hits the windshield
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Excerpt: If you have not checked your windshield wiper operation lately, due to our dry weather, it is time! Consider that clear, unobstructed, visibility is at the top of the list, to safely operate your BMW. For that reason, your wipers should be checked regularly.As with most of the rubber/composite materials on your car, these are subject to the stresses of heat, road grime, cold, etc.. So, they will crack, split, (all of those fun things), and will not keep your window clear.Wipers should be replaced every 6 months, (or more) if necessary.Enjoy your BMW, and please drive…
When size does matter
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Excerpt: Do you know if your tires are the same size, front and rear?This is one of the many items to consider when you are buying your BMW, (not just the awesome color).Many models have different sized tires on the front vs. the rear, (the larger tires being on the rear). This is usually the case in sportier models, of not just BMW, but other marques as well. If you are used to rotating all 4 tires to extend the wear, keep in mind that you won’t be rotating the tires if they are different sizes. All the more reason to…
Fire tip
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Excerpt: Our hearts go out to all of our friends and fellow business owners in Southern California that are affected by these horrific fires.We have had a few of our clients that had to rush to the L.A. to help family members. With all of the stresses and hundreds of details that may have to be handled, here’s a reminder: Bring an extra air filter for your BMW or any vehicle that you may be driving or have to drive. The heavy amounts of particulate matter in the air at the fire zones, will cause your filter to…
Investigative approach to warranties
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Excerpt: Some clients are purchasing “extended warranties” for their BMW’s. We are referring to warranty companies that are not affiliated with BMW, so that you have the choice of where to take your car for service and are not required to return to the dealership. This would be an an Extended Warranty Contract, that is underwritten by an insurance company.If you decide to purchase one of these Extended Warranty’s, be sure to read it completely, and understand what it covers and what it does not. Terms like, “bumper to bumper” and “lifetime”, may mean something completely different, (to…
Put your best windshield forward
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Excerpt: It is such a thrill to see the evolution of the various BMW years and models of what we believe are some of greatest cars ever. Just during the past week, we had the opportunity to help people with their 1972 2002tii’s and also a 2007 335i. That is a span of 35 years! How cool is that?For those of us that grew up with BMW, just looking at one of those tii’s, brings back those rare moments of nostalgia. Ahh, just remembering the steaming windshields, at a time when the defrosters were, well, let’s say…
Look Ma, no hands!
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Excerpt: We have noticed an increase in the number of inquires and installs of Bluetooth technology due to the “Hands Free Driving Law” that is approaching, July 1st. It will be illegal to use a hand held cell phone while driving in California.You may want to start checking out options for you and your BMW regarding this issue, if you haven’t already. Your make and model, (in some situations), may affect the compatibility of the various options. Some people will want headsets, others just want the most convenient solution, (which means not having a thing attached to the…
Joining the fun
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Excerpt: By the 2nd Quarter of 2008, we hope the BMW 1 Series will be in the U.S.. There is a lot of reading on the BMW Official website as well as Road and Track, and a several other auto publications. Many of us were hoping that it would be here in January, but it looks like it may take a few more months.It should be interesting to see how many new BMW customers will buy this entry level BMW, in the States. In our opinion, its a great looking vehicle and will probably be a lot of…
