Hello, I am a new owner of a 2001 7401 sport model and also new to this forum. My new used car had 43k on it and records show the appropriate maintenance to date. Does the list recommend any preventative maint on any specifics? I see that most if not oils used are synthetic. I am familiar with Redline synthetic fluids, which I would like to use? I also notice that the specs call for no fluid changes to the trans or final drive gear unit, I think these should be changed as well? Any advice? Also, in my experience I have had very good luck in iron and aluminum engines running 33% coolant (I live in CA no hard freeze issues) with red line "water wetter". Engines appear to run a little cooler? Any suggestions there?
I am very excited about my new used first BMW.![[driving]](/images/smilies/icon_smile_driving.gif "Driving [driving]")
I know I am going to get carried away with mods someday! I am sure I will post inquiries for simplier engine mods i.e. chips etc.
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I am very excited about my new used first BMW.
I know I am going to get carried away with mods someday! I am sure I will post inquiries for simplier engine mods i.e. chips etc.Thanks in advance
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Thanks for everyone who welcomes me to this board. I am looking forward to getting up to speed on my first new used BMW! I think I will want to find out what to use to spruce it up to show room quality i.e. finish wax and leather cleaning and conditioning.