Hi Folks -

After 27 years of dealerships and indy shops and getting a recent whopping estimate for some repair work to my 1998 528i A, I decided it was time to go direct to a former BMW mechanic who has his own one man show.

I recently brought my 1987 535i (bought new 12/86) up to snuff at considerable expense, so I am trying to manage the costs downward! Plus, I figure I can learn something as the work is done.

I am having front struts and thrust arms replaced, rear upper control arms, the valve cover gasket replaced, the tranny, brake, oil and diff fluids replaced as well as a new water pump, expansion tank, spark plugs and some induction type clean out.

Any advise on how to best manage this process would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks much!!

Solo