Quick journal on the wagon. I’ve already done a few little OEM+ modifications and preventative maintenance, this will act more as a logbook. Unfortunately, I do not have photos from some of the previous work I had done of the vehicle. I have really enjoyed this vehicle, it’s been a rock solid daily, it’s practical and should be holding onto it for a while. Really wish it had MSport Brakes. I was searching for an E91 for a while, but the N52 is underpowered, not that the N20 is powerful but the turbo does help. Went down a rabbit hole on big turbo upgrade for the N20 but that would be the last thing I would do at this point. E46 Wagon is still on my mind but finding a factory manual can be difficult and finding one that is not a complete rust bucket. “Maintenance over Mods” philosophy, details below:
2016 328iX
Alpine White (300)
Black/Dark Oyster Dakota Leather (LCL8)
[ZMP] MSport
[ZCW] Cold Weather Package
[ZDA] Driver Assistance Package
[ZDB] Driver Assistance Plus
[ZPP] Premium Package
[ZTP] Technology Package
Hexagonal Interior Trim (originally Burl Wood)
OEM Style 513M Wheels
Michelin Pilot 4S tires 255/40/18 all-around
AC Schnitzer Lowering Springs
iND F8x Double Slate Kidney Grilles
iND Push/Start Button (Gloss Red)
iND M1/M2 Buttons (Gloss Red)
Maintenance:
[X] Front and Rear Differential Service 62k
[X] Intake Filter Replacement 62k
[X] Cabin Filter Replacement 62k
[ ] Transfer Case Service (preventative)
[ ] Automatic Transmission Service (preventative)
[ ] Coolant Flush/Fill
[ ] Oil Service @ 67,000
[ ] Spark Plug Service @ 76,200
OEM+ Modifications:
[X] F8x M3 Paddle Shifter Retrofit @ 62,750
[X] iND M1/M2 button install @ 62,750
[ ] MST Turbo inlet pipe upgrade
[ ] F8x M3 Steering Wheel Retrofit
[ ] M1/M2 Drive Mode Retrofit/Harness
[ ] 6WB Digital Cluster Upgrade
[ ] Aftermarket Chargepipe (ER or VRSF)
[ ] Aftermarket Boost pipe (ER)
[ ] Aftermarket Intercooler (AA or VRSF)
[ ] OEM Rear Mudflaps
[ ] MPerformance Rear Diffuser
[ ] BBK upgrade (MPerformance or similar)
I have an F8x M3 steering wheel on-hand, will probably source it out for a complete rewrap as the condition is not what I expected. Still waiting on the wiring harness from MN Laser Cutting for M1/M2 drive mode retrofit harness.
On order: MST Turbo Inlet Pipe, OEM ZF transmission service kit and OEM Transfer Case Fluid - ready for this weekend service.
For those interested in a W///AGON sticker: https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1930190