BMW Corteco Motor Mounts (M3, Z3, Z4) - Replacement Symptoms, Cost, and Brand Review

One of the most common failures on all BMWs with the N54 (and early N55) engine is the high-pressure fuel pump, regularly referred to as the HPFP. When the HPFP starts to fail, it's common for the car to go into limp mode, and in severe cases can leave you stranded waiting for a tow.  BMW has had...

CORTECO is a household name among enthusiasts, and there's a good chance you already have a few of their products in a car parked in your garage. Being one of the leaders in the automotive aftermarket, they provide not just similar products, but the exact same as genuine OEM at a fraction of the...

VANOS Solenoid Valve failure can show itself in a number of ways. From loss of power and torque at low RPM to poor fuel economy, these are just two of the many possible symptoms. New VANOS solenoid valves are a simple and relatively low cost fix that you can do right at home.  The N5X (N51-N55)...

Oil leaking from your oil filter housing gasket on your N52, N54, and N55 is extremely common. A simple inspection will give you enough insight to whether or not it's time to tackle this job.  Replacing the oil filter housing gaskets on these engines isn't a difficult job; there are just quite a...

The BMW E36 gets a reputation for being unreliable and costly to own. In actuality, the E36 is one of the most reliable and affordable BMW's you can buy today. With prices on the rise, clean examples of these cars are becoming harder to find as they're making their way into collector's...

If you haven't serviced your BMW's automatic transmission, you're driving around in a ticking time bomb. Just like your engine, your transmission relies on oil for cooling and lubrication. Servicing your transmission will extend its service life as well as ensuring it continues to operate at it's...

Over time, countless thousands of ignition cycles cause your spark plugs to wear out and your ignition coil boots to degrade. This wear can be the cause of misfires and poor ignition. Spark plugs and ignition coils are often overlooked yet they're easily replaceable. With our ignition service...

If you haven't serviced your BMW's automatic transmission, you are driving around in a ticking time bomb. BMW advertises lifetime automatic transmission fluid - supposedly never requiring changing. Just like your engine, your transmission relies on its oil fill for cooling and lubrication. If you...

Buying an older vehicle to turn into a race car usually means that you're buying a car with old, worn out parts. No matter how old your car is, it's absolutely vital to be as thorough as possible when looking over the car prior to racing it. Inspecting things such as the rear subframe and its...