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Hey all, ok I want to install some accessories on my ride, like side skirts and front and rear low spoilers. Does anyone know of any auto aftermarket accessory shops in Dubai/Shj that do this stuff? Been looking around but cant find anything!! cheers! :) what car do you have Jag ??... I want to tri...

Just checked with Honda, theyre asking about 4400 for the side skirts, and front and rear low spoilers (bumpers). This includes installation but I think its a bit high??

fayz wrote:http://www.evolve.ae/

Also if you back up an Auto Trader the back 20 or so pages are all Auto Customization places.

Good luck and make sure to show before and after pics

Thanks, will do

Yep, seems like the senator who helped DP World's port bid recently, got him off... Senator helps free producer Dallas Austin from Dubai jail Associated Press SALT LAKE CITY — U.S. Sen. Orrin Hatch of Utah, a musician in his own right, helped secure the release of Atlanta R&B producer Dallas Aus...

Chocoholic wrote:I nearly fell over laughing though at the story that his Dubai ;awyers are now whining that he hasn't paid them to 'agreed' 1.6 million Dhs for defending him, no written contract and 'how much!' - losers serves them right!

Serves them right indeed Choc. Too funny!!

Hey, what is the fine for tinting beyond the legal 30%? I read in the paper today it is 500 dhs, but someone else told me its 10,000 (for reflective tints I think).. Does anyone know for sure?? It's too damn hot with my 30% so considering changing to 40%

DaveDXB wrote:500 AED fine + 1 week car impunded

If offence is repeated.... same * 2 = 1000 AED + 2 week car impounded


and so on

Oh ok, didnt know about the 1 week impound bit.. Hmmm...

Hey, what is the fine for tinting beyond the legal 30%? I read in the paper today it is 500 dhs, but someone else told me its 10,000 (for reflective tints I think).. Does anyone know for sure?? It's too damn hot with my 30% so considering changing to 40% :) try v-kool its transperant heat insulatio...

Just test drove the 2006 Passat today and what a BEAUTIFUL car!!! Am almost sold on it, but Ive been reading online that in the US they dont have a good reliability record. Is that the same here in the UAE? If anyone has a VW or a Passat, can you share your experiences? Also, this is a new model for...

Thanks Maad - I'll bear that in mind when I negotiate - it's on for 140k, but its fully loaded and has 5 year servicing included and only done 38k.. What is the procedure for buying a used car privately here? Is it a hassle? Cheers, Shafique Just some advice.. with a used BMW, NEVER buy it unless y...

Just checked with Honda, theyre asking about 4400 for the side skirts, and front and rear low spoilers (bumpers). This includes installation but I think its a bit high?? Actually, thats not bad considering I paid Dhs6K for my body-kit and then another Dhs2.2K for painting and installation! :cry: Da...

Hey all, well still trying to decide on a car! Came across a nice white BMW 318ci Coupe for sale by a dealer. Its got 29,000 KM on it, and one expat owner. It is under warranty till Sept 2007 (60,000 KM). For sale for 107,000 Dhs. Seems to be good and all, and I was planning on getting it checked fu...

What MY is the car in question? Gear boxes are not changed to comply with gulf specifications. So the vehicle will be covered under gulf warranties til 2007 and not dealer/manufacturer warranty? What star rating is the warranty you are talking about? - 3/5/7? Obviously the more stars the better lev...

Hmm, apparently BMW put trannys from two companies, GM and ZF. They have acknowledged that the GM Steptronic has a design flaw. Now Im gonna call them here and see whats the score.

Will post back later.

Hey XRW-147, I checked with BMW and Gulf Warranty and they said that problem was in the US spec cars only. The transmission for Gulf cars is built by ZF in Germany, so no issues with the steptronic transmissions :) Also BMWs arent that bad to maintain when you do it at an independent mechanic who ca...

Hey XRW-147, I checked with BMW and Gulf Warranty and they said that problem was in the US spec cars only. The transmission for Gulf cars is built by ZF in Germany, so no issues with the steptronic transmissions :) Good news then. What do you think about the ext warranty? Worth it? Gulf warranties ...

The dealer unfortunately cannot include it. Why? Since the car still has a year warranty left and so Gulf Warr wont underwrite it now. They only underwrite it when your fatcory one expires :( No harm in having an agreement that they organize it for you at a later date - at their cost. Thats what I ...

shafique wrote:Thanks Jag - the one I'm looking at has the 5 yr service package from BMW and I will be checking for service..

Cheers,
Shafique

No worries mate! Did you buy the car?? Im looking at a 318ci myself, getting it checked tommw. Fell in love with this car

Jag - sounds good. The new 3 series looks awesome. No, I haven't been able to even view the car yet - a bizare situation which I may tell later on if things go well. Hopefully will be able to view it on Thursday. Currently trying to line up financing - but will probably end up going with my bank HS...

sorry not to jack this thread but all your guys talk got me looking. I saw a wicked 2001 m3 yesterday but one thing I'm seeing is quite a disparity in prices, can anyone tell me what fair market value for a GCC spec (originally bought at AGMC in Dubai) is worth? ~50k kms, fully loaded manual gear, ...

Fayz, I'd stay away from an M powered vehicle older than 3 years - maintenance esculates at an undesired rate and is well reflected by the drop in vehicle value. Also the SMG II box is much much nicer. The manual g/b in the older M3s are horrid stuff. Well, I would agree with this advice. Getting a...

Am considering getting a car (used) from these guys. Anyone know about them or have any experience dealing with them??

Hi Jag, I'm a member of the BMW car club in the Uk and all i have to say is that 1. ain't heard of this level of tranny failure 2. BMW's are the best car on the road I'll give you a link to my club's web site where you'll get LOADS of info http://www.bmw-board.co.uk Have fun!!!! Hey Black Betty, ye...

Hey all, well the day is finally here!! Im picking up my new (well slightly used) ride, a white BMW 318 ci coupe in a few hours time... Really excited! Will post some pics in the evening hopefully...

KeithL wrote:Congratulations Jag

Pics ????

Thanks been bisy last two days, will post em tomorrow for sure!

I-No-Jack wrote:that excited about a car you need a hobby - see ian in general forum

Haha, dude cars are my hobby. love em and this has been by dream car

Hey all, well the day is finally here!! Im picking up my new (well slightly used) ride, a white BMW 318 ci coupe in a few hours time... Really excited! Will post some pics in the evening hopefully... :) congrtas! thats one cool ride! Hey thanks EJ! :) Well, finally decided on a super white, 2005 BM...

devilsdiciple wrote:Have you visited the other dealers!!!! They are a bit pricey in comparison.

yeah true but they deal in clean cars and not on consignment. Spoke to a few pple who bought from them and they are more than happy! Rather pay more for a clean accident free car, rather than the other crap you can find

Hey guyz, thanks for the comments :) Well it turns out my dads very good friend, a sennior exec in Dubai, really nice old chap who babied the car was getting a 7 series so I got this from him. Under warranty and all and low mileage, about 25,000 KM. Car is practically new and still has the new car s...

Congrats man, This is really nice car... How come you were going to buy a 318ci and ended up with 325ci ???? heheheehe I like alot how the mirrors are folded :D enjoy the ride 1) drive safe Always dude :) 2) don't drink and drive Never, not worth it. 3) please don't flash your lights Who me?? Dont ...