Suspenion issue with 98' M3 Conv

[M.D. Holloway]

Anybody have any issues with the front suspenion (struts et al)on their M3? Any ideas?( They are going to charge $1800+)

Also, any repeat problems with the top mechanisms (tension strap)? They are talking $2K

[Jeron]

Struts are not that hard to replace. What else are they doing?

Get a second opinion/quote.

[jsm3]

Originally posted by LubeMaster77
Anybody have any issues with the front suspenion (struts et al)on their M3? Any ideas?( They are going to charge $1800+)

Also, any repeat problems with the top mechanisms (tension strap)? They are talking $2K

How many miles on your vert? I'm guessing about 60K+? Anyway, most folks will tell you to swap out your shocks at this point if you haven't already done so. Others pooh-pooh it, but I'd check 'em real good. Also, you don't state what you are replacing with (stock or Koni or Bilstens, or) and if alignment is included, so your question is pretty hard to answer.

You should also check your rear shock mounts/shocks and RTABs. Check Bimmerforum.com for more info.

And, yeah, nearly all e36 vert owners report a tension strap problem at sometime. Try looking at an independent shop that makes/repairs convertible tops. They will be cheaper, and most stealers will send that work out anyway, from what I understand. vmmv

jsm3