Recent content by ClydeCoastin

Thanks for all the input. I’m actually quite annoyed as this was a dealer car with “full” service history. I’ve never had wear metal results like this in all my time with cars. Sadly had too many CA18DET engines so I’m overly familiar with glittery oil and the associated expenses. The car is...

it’s a 35d and think a stage 1 tune, nothing crazy. Car seems fine , no noises, no abnormal fluid consumption. I think the oil is crazy thin and full of soot as it’s been in for too long (previous owner). I assume the numbers are not indicating an immediate failure?

I’m not sure as the service history isn’t clear. I’d wager it went the full 18k miles maybe a little more as that’s what bmw Europe deem correct. The air filter filter was really nasty which also makes me think it’s been a while since serviced.

Thanks guys, Yeah car got a full major service, air filter / cabin filter, oil, brake fluid etc. It’s the iron / alu that scares me. I’m worried that the engine is sick.

Hi all, I’ve recently had an oil report done on an n57 3.0 twin turbo diesel. The numbers have come back worryingly high. I also think the oil may have 20k + miles it as well (got to love the European servicing). Can any of you guys offer thoughts? All readings PPM Iron 250 Chromium 7 Alu...