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On both Turbos I own the horns are painted black, one of them being a poor repaint which I am trying to correct. Just checking if anyone knows what the original color of the horns should be and the bracket that holds them to the vehicle?

I spoke in person with Thomas Tischler last March at the Amelia Island event. He is with BMW Classic and he said they are reproducing a turbo charger unit. I actually placed an order for 2 units with my local BMW dealer. It is marked on backorder but no date provided yet for supply. When I spoke to Thomas last year he said it would be finished by the Fall...when the Fall came I emailed BMW Classic and they said this coming summer. There is obviously a huge need for help with our turbo chargers on these cars. Now it sounds like there are multiple efforts to either reproduce or provide housings. I also get the feeling, from the veterans here, that these promises/rumors have been floating around for a while now. I know some of us still drive our cars but with the increasing values I think the number of vehicles actually being driven will go down. This all seems kind of ironic...just when there is a remedy for the turbo charger issues, less of the cars are going to be actually driven. I would encourage all of you to email BMW Classic to increase awareness that we need help. 

Hi Peter- Just wondering where you git the vinyl covers? Was it the place in CA? Did you ask them for any ideas on how to solve the horse hair question?

I purchased an entire set from a guy in Germany who has an eBay store. They appear to be of good quality but I have not installed them yet to see the finished product. The set was $350. When I get ready to install them, I may get them scanned so I have a backup in case any get messed up. If you are interested, pm me and I can give you his contact info. By the way, does anyone know when the Turbo's left the factory, were the decals cut at the panel edges or were they wrapped? 

Looking for hood, trunk, doors as rust free and as straight as possible. Preferably in FL or south east US. Please message me if you have any items and please describe the condition and price in your message. 

Ok, Thanks. I am looking for any 2002, 2002 tii or Turbo owners manuals. 

Searching for a 2002, tii, Turbo- any year-  tool roll and owners manual. If you have one, please message me.

Nice. How many Turbos in your country?

Looks great! Congrats. Did you powder coat or paint the wheels? By the way, where are you located?

The wheels look great! It is amazing how colors vary in lighting, that is one of the struggles we had when choosing the colors because we only had pictures to look at. Your wheels turned out really great. Is you car finished or is the whole car having work done? Thanks for sending the pictures of your wheels.  Fares

Thanks to each of you, your level of detailed wisdom is awesome! My 17 year old and 22 year old are helping me with these cars and I am really hoping they can absorb and carry on your contributions. I have a 74 tii  mostly original but it does have a few mods-  VIN-2782036- one of which is aftermarket seats up front, which I am trying to reverse. I found covers from World Upholstery, they want $750 for the fronts. Any of you know or trust these folks or do you have a better supplier? This car came out of CA and at one point I have been told was being considered for restoration for the Spartanburg Museum. Thanks- Fares

Thank you for sharing the knowledge. I may be asking too much but do you know of any photos that show the pattern difference?

I am in need of front seats for a 74 tii, blue. 

Thanks for all the info and links. Now I have to figure out how to get the original U joints out and find out how to lock the new ones in.. Have you had experience with this? 

Wondering if anyone has any pics that show an original car so the shade of gray can be determined? The orange car in the string here looks awesome, I find it interesting to see how the posts have changed since 2004. Folks here just trying to keep their cars running and looking decent, now with increasing values, the strategy is changing to get a longer lasting and proper finish. I thought the subframes were supposed to be black. Are the front and rear the same?

Hello- A word of caution regarding POR15...The can does not really tell you this but the paint is not resistant tp grease, oil or solvents of any type, it will literally melt if it comes in contact with most petroleum products or any type of solvent. this means you would go through the trouble of prepping and painting your subframe and then down the road, possibly have done it all for nothing. If you want to have the finish correct for what the factory did, I believe it came new with low gloss. If you are just building a car for your self and are not worried about the correct finish and value of the car, the more durable coatings mentioned in this string will probably last you a long time. Some of the new 2 part paints that are available in a spray can can be purchased in different finishes and are extremely durable. This way you have the durability and the correct finish. 

Anyone in the Bethesda area or know someone in the Bethesda area that can inspect a vehicle that I am trying to purchase? Any help would be appreciated.

Bethesda, MD-

I am trying to purchase a tii in the Bethesda area and trying to locate someone who can help me by inspecting the vehicle. The car is a tii so someone who works on them or has owned a tii would be great. Thanks in advance for any help.

Thank you. Do you know of any good sources to purchase these besides the dealer? 

Dies anyone know if the rear u joint ad center u joint are identical? I am currently replacing the u joint my 74 tip but the local dealer only shows one part number and does not specify whether it is a rear or center. Would appreciate any guidance. 

I am seeking a complete or pieces of an a/c system for a 2002. I prefer a complete system but will consider individual components. Please pm me. 

Wanted: M10 2 Liter Engine Used. Prefer running condition. I am located in Florida but will consider shipping. Please pm me if you have something available. 

Hello- Looking for a really nice shift surround for a 74 2002. Want the nicer type and not the plastic one. Le me know if you have one. Thanks

Please message me with the condition and price if you have one. I am in Florida.