Originally Posted by Schtonky

Hi all, i am new to the Forum and wanted to say Hello to all Aussie members.
About a month ago i Privately purchased my alpine white 2005 E53 3.0d
it has 235/65/17 tires on type 57 wheels (i think), a panoramic roof, mid (no nav), business cd and bluetooth.a tow pack, black leather, PDC, and boot tray.
All in all everything I wanted and nothing I didn't want.
Part of the purchase included a service and 4 new rotors and pads all round.
Loving the power and safety.
i have named my machine Schtonky after the Schtonking performance of the 3.0d (especially after a 318i)
My first highway drive included a flat tire change but everything else seems great except a click in the steering which I supect will be a double joint in the linkage will i will get seen to ASAP.
My average fuel economy is 11.4, have seen 6.9 on a flat highway. Initial plans include Phillips +80 Globes for low beam (are they H7's) and maybe an ebay titanium grille.
I am interested in who Melbournites might recommend as independant Mechanics (I have used BMtech for my last car with wallet empying results).
My old e36 is for sale on carsales.com.au
regards,
Adam