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Kris's 2003 BMW 330i Performance Package (ZHP)

Purchased in June 2004 with 14,800 miles on it (Certified Pre-Owned)


Options
Below are all of the BMW options listed from the option sheet. The options in gray are actually standard features on the US-bound 2003 330i cars. The letters/numbers before the option is the BMW option code.

• 0640 Phone preparation
• 0925 Shipping package
• 0459 Power front seats
• 0818 Battery switch
• 0534 Automatic air conditioning
• 0249 Multi-function steering wheel
• 0674 Harman-kardon sound system
• 0692 CD changer preparation
• 0441 Smoker's package (note: the car has NEVER been smoked in. This package simply includes the ashtry and lighter)
• 0650 In-dash CD player
• 0495 Center rear headrest
• A07 Mystic Blue Metallic exterior color
• N6SW Black Leather Interior
• 0522 Xenon headlights
• 0465 Fold down rear seats
• 0770 Aluminum "silver cube" trim
• 0609 Navigation system
• 0403 Moonroof
• 0ZHP Performance package
  Performance Package includes:
  • Engine mods (new camshafts, electronics, & lighter flywheel) for 10HP & 8 ft/lb of torque increase & 6800 max RPM (from 6500).
  • 6 speed short throw shifter
  • 3.07:1 Final drive ratio (instead of 2.91:1) See mods section: replaced with a 3.46
  • Max Speed Limiter set to 155 mph (instead of 128)
  • New M suspension, more "sporty" than standard sport package:
    • Firmer springs (front +6%, rear +8%)
    • Firmer shocks (Jounce: front +50%, rear +20%), (Rebound: front +35%, rear -8%)
    • Larger diameter anti-roll bars: 23.5 mm front (v. 23.0), 18.5 mm rear (v. 18.0)
    • More rigid forward bushings
    • Lower ride height by 15 mm (.6 inches) utilizing shorter auxiliary springs
    • -.5 degrees of camber
  • BMW M exterior trim elements (front & rear fascia, side sills, & trunk lid spoiler)
  • Special exterior trim: Anthracite (charcoal) headlight & foglight surrounds, High-Gloss
  • Shadowline (black gloss) trim
  • Large diameter stainless steel dual exhaust outlets
  • Extra thick Alcantra steering wheel
  • Sport Seats
  • Alcantra & Cloth upholstry to replace leatherette and standard trim (leather still an option)
  • Choice of "Black Cube" or "Silver Cube" trim
  • Anthracite headliner
  • Red needles on the instrument cluster
  • Unique 18" Wheels (style 135M), 18x8.0" front, 18x8.5" rear
  • Wider Tires: 225/40ZR-18 in front and 255/35ZR-18 in the rear.

Modifications (in the order they were installed)

• Interior/Geek/Audio
  • Valentine-1 radar detector hard wired into the car [picture] [how-to]
  • BMW universal garage door opener [picture]
  • Aux Input Adapter [picture]
  • Dension Icelink iPod adapter removed and replaced with Intravee
  • DICE iPod adapter removed and replaced with Intravee
  • Intravee II iPod adapter [Comparison to HD-DICE]
  • TVonNAV iWindows
  • BMW hands-free Bluetooth kit with navigation voice controls [picture]
  • Sirius satellite radio [picture] [picture] Update 7/23/07, relocated antenna to under the rear deck - completely hidden now [picture]
  • StealthOne V1 display (Puts the Valentine-1 display on to the NAV screen, mutes the V1 when traveling <30mph, etc)
  • LeatherZ gauge kit (custom made alcantara panel to fit in the ashtray area) [picture]
  • M3 CSL alcantara e-brake handle (purchased from LeatherZ) [picture]
  • EuropeanAutoSource Video Source Module with infrared reverse camera
  • CarPC running CarX [info] Setup was too unreliable, I didn't use it enough.
  • Hella TC-400 Tire Pressure Monitoring System [info]
  • BMW Rear window manual sun shade [picture]
  • BMW rear side window sun shades [picture]
  • OEM BMW fire extinguisher [info]
  • OEM BMW warning triangle [picture]
  • OEM BMW storage box and first aid kit (under passenger seat) [picture 1] [picture 2] [picture 3] [picture 4]
  • BMW ///M dead pedal [picture]
  • Kenwood TM-V71A Dual-band amateur radio (installed in trunk, control panel in corner of windshield) [pictures]
  • OEM BMW trunk net [picture]
  • OEM BMW umbrella [picture]
• Exterior
  • OEM Euro clear lenses [pictures]
  • Bimmian jet (gloss) black front kidney grilles [picture]
  • Hoen Xenonmatch fog light bulbs
  • OEM Euro split side mirror [picture]
• Performance
  • Clutch delay valve (CDV) removed. Clutch engagement is much smoother now [picture]
  • UUC EVO3 short shift kit [picture]
  • UUC SwayBarbarian anti-sway bars, front and rear
  • Umnitza Predator Chromium DDEs (Angel eyes) [picture]
  • SPC (Resold by UUC Motorwerks) adjustable camber/caster plates REMOVED
  • Motor-force.com rear trailing arm bushing limiters
  • Koni FSD shocks [write-up] REMOVED
  • Turner Motorsport front strut tower anti-crowning reinforcement plates
  • Turner Motorsport rear shock mount reinforcement plates
  • Bimmerworld lower control arms
  • Powerflex lower control arm bushings
  • Home made clutch stop [information] REMOVED
  • Ground Control coilover kit: 450lb/ft front, 550ft/lb rear spring rates, Koni top adjustable shocks, Vorshlag camber plates & upper spring perches
  • M3 fuel tank baffle to prevent fuel starvation when turning clockwise while autocrossing with less than half a tank of gas. [more info]
  • 3.46 differential
  • Four REAR 18x8.5" 135M wheels - 255/35/18 on all around.

Racing

I autocross with the BMW Car Club of America. What is autocrossing? Autocrossing is a type of automotive competition that emphasize driver skills and vehicle handling and agility rather than speed and power. A typical autocross is held on a short paved course that uses tight curves, short straights, slaloms, simulated lane changes and similar obstacles to test both driver and car. Cars are grouped in classes of similar vehicles and each competitor makes three or more timed runs with the best time counting for competition.

My autocross equipment includes a set of Kosei K1 17x8.5" rims and race tires (currently 245/45/17 Kumho V710s). I take the wheels down to the autocross site in my back seat. Change them all when I get there, race, then change them all back to drive home. A nice floor jack, cordless impact wrench, and air tank make the whole process fairly quick. I sold my race tires in July 2006. Although I was obviously faster on race tires, I didn't feel they were helping me become a faster driver.

I'm the Autocross coordinator for the Golden Gate Chapter of the BMWCCA for 2006 and 2007. Please visit our chapter's site if you own a BMW and live in the Bay Area!

Accomplishments:

• 2004: First place in AA Class, BMW CCA Golden Gate Chapter autocross season
• 2004: Fourth place overall, BMW CCA Golden Gate Chapter top-driver shootout
• 2005: Second place in AA Class, BMW CCA Golden Gate Chapter autocross season
• 2006: Second place in AA Class, BMW CCA Golden Gate Chapter autocross season
• 2007: Fourth place in A Class, BMW CCA Golden Gate Chapter autocross season

Multimedia

• My 330i Gallery
• Autocross racing shots
• 330Ci Performance Package on Car & Driver Television (7.5mb WMV video)
• Cleaning a 135M rim (by me!) (Google Video)
• The making of an E46 (YouTube)

Maintenance/Repair Log
Note that I have the dealer repairs listed below from before I owned the car - obtained from the BMW vehicle history report.

Repair

Modifications

Maintenance

Other Notes

Date	Miles	Work performed	Performed by...
03-01-2003	0	Car Manufacturerd	BMW A.G., München, Deutschland
10-06-2003	6514	Defect code # 0061860100 E46 Encoding LSZ (light switch centre)	East Bay BMW
11-08-2003	7732	Service code # 41630041 Fuel filler flap Poorly adapted/fitted (note: the check engine light will illuminate if the fuel cap is not tightened. This is most likely what happened).	East Bay BMW
12-19-2003	9096	Service code # 12130012 Ignition coil Permanent failure	East Bay BMW
06-19-2004	14839	Service code # 85990089MP Oil change, new tires, certified pre-owned inspection	BMW of Fremont
06-27-2004	14840	Car purchased by me	BMW of Fremont
07-24-2004	17040	Waxed w/ Zaino	me
11-21-2004	22600	Rear differential leaking. Replaced differential bolts and used lock-tite to secure (warranty)	BMW of Fremont
11-27-2004	22674	Oil & Filter changed	me
12-26-2004	23637	Car ran rough and SES light illuminated. All 6 coil packs replaced. (warranty)	BMW of Fremont
02-03-2005	25294	* Rear differential still leaking. Dealer replaced rear differential gasket. (warranty) * Intermittent erratic idle when at a stoplight. Known problem, BMW service measure #B12-207-04. Dealer updated digital motor electronics (DME). (warranty) * FM radio fades in/out of stereo. Known problem, BMW service measure #B65-209-04. Dealer replaced BM53 radio tuner. (warranty)	BMW of Fremont
02-05-2005	25321	Removed clutch delay valve (CDV)	me
02-05-2005	25321	Changed transmission fluid, replacing with Redline D4 ATF.	me
03-05-2005	26765	Waxed car w/ Zaino	me
03-09-2005	26775	Replaced all 4 tires with Michelin Pilot Sport PS2s (OEM sizes)	Mounted & balanced by Custom Alignment (Mtn View)
04-26-2005	29784	Inspection I (including an oil change) performed	BMW of Fremont
07-23-2005	33484	Waxed car w/ Meguiar's NXT	me
10-07-2005	36982	Installed UUC EVO3 short shift kit	me
10-14-2005	37118	Waxed car w/ Meguiar's NXT	me
11-04-2005	38003	Installed UUC Sway Barbarians sway bars front & rear	me
11-04-2005	38003	Changed oil & filter.	me
12-17-2005	40000	Turned over 40,000 miles	n/a
03-02-2006	43636	Replaced all 4 tires with Michelin Pilot Sport PS2s (OEM sizes)	Mounted & balanced by Custom Alignment (Mtn View)
03-02-2006	43636	Installed SPC (resold by UUC Motorwerks) adjustable camber/caster plates	Custom Alignment (Mtn View)
03-08-2006	44378	Oil & Filter replaced, brake fluid flushed	BMW of Mountain View
03-08-2006	44378	Service bulletin performed to fix a power dip at 4000RPM [info]	BMW of Mountain View
03-19-2006	44630	Waxed car with Meguiar's ColorX & Meguiar's NXT	me
04-22-2006	46556	Replaced all 4 wheels, all 4 tires (with Michelin Pilot Sports), right door airbag & cover, right curtain airbag & cover. See this page for more details.	East Bay BMW
04-27-2006	46997	Changed transmission fluid with Redline D4 ATF	me
06-23-2006	48837	REMOVED SPC/UUC camber plates, didn't like them. Installed Koni FSD shocks Installed Turner Motorsport strut tower anti-crowning reinforcement plates Installed Powerflex control arm bushings Installed Bimmerworld lower control arms Installed Turner Motorsport rear shock mount reinforcement plates	me
08-17-2006	49435	Window would not roll up properly, replaced front right window regulator.	BMW of Fremont
08-17-2006	49435	Replaced windshield wipers Performed alignment Replaced rear brake rotors & pads	BMW of Fremont
08-27-2006	50000	Turned over 50,000 miles while at a BMWCCA High Performance Driving School at Thunderhill Raceway
08-30-2006	50330	Replaced front brake rotors & pads (Zimmerman rotors & Axxis Ultimate pads). Performed brake bedding procedure.	me
12-01-2006	52702	Changed oil (Castrol 0W30 European Formula)	me
12-27-2006	53288	Detailed exterior: clay bar, polish (Meguiar's ColorX), & wax (Meguiar's NXT)	me
12-26-2006	53288	Installed Ground Control Coilover kit (Eibach springs, 450 lb/ft front, 550lb/ft rear, Koni single top adjustable shocks, vorshlag camber/caster plates and upper spring perches) Installed Hoen Xenonmatch fog light bulbs Installed OEM Euro split side mirror	me
01-03-2007	53350	Had car aligned and corner weighted. -2.5 degrees front and rear camber. 1/16th total toe out front, 3/16th total toe in rear.	TC Design, Milpitas CA
03-12-2007	55724	Installed new battery (Autozone 49-DL) as preventative maintenance	me
04-14-2007	56414	Changed transmission fluid with BMW MTF-LT-2 and changed rear differential fluid with Redline 75W90	me
05-03-2007	57200	Waxed car with Zaino	me
06-04-2007	58100	Replaced front lower grille (rock went through it damaging a 'spoke' in it) and replaced center cup holder console area (area was too scratched up for my analness)	me
06-11-2007	58700	Replaced all 4 tires with Michelin Pilot Sport PS2	Custom Alignment, Mountain View
06-24-2007	59297	Started Inspection II: Installed new spark plugs [DIY here]	me
06-29-2007	59482	Finished inspection II: Cleaned MAF [Changed power steering fluid [info] Changed oil with BMW 5w30 Replaced fuel filter Replaced water pump Replaced thermostat Replaced main drive belt tensioner pulley and idler pulley Replaced air filter & cabin filter Replaced thermostat to coolant expansion tank hose Flushed coolant Reset service indicator [info]	me
06-30-2007	59503	Removed seats and steam cleaned carpet [picture]	me
07-06-2007	60000	Turned over 60,000 miles
09-07-2007	62134	Another rock incident! Hit a rock and it went through the left rear tire AND wheel (no other damage). You can see a picture here. Replaced the wheel with a new one (OEM) and replaced both rear tires (Pilot Sport PS2).	Custom Alignment, Mountain View
09-08-2007	62248	Flushed brake fluid	me
02-15-2008	66639	Changed oil with BMW 5W30	me
10-10-2008	75072	Changed oil with BMW 5W30	me
11-20-2008	75827	My wife was rear-ended in my car in late July. Finally got it fixed - the rear bumper was replaced [view invoice]	B-Line body shop, San Jose CA
12-23-2008	76421	Changed transmission fluid with Pentosin MTF2	me
01-09-2009	76999	Replaced front sway bar end links	me
01-09-2009	76999	Traded my front tires for someone elses rear wheels - now running 18x8.5 255/35/18 on all 4 corners. Brand new Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 tires.	me
07-21-2009	81700	Replaced front left window regulator	me
08-12-2009	82184	Changed oil with BMW 5W30	Me
03-09-2010	86879	Installed 4 Bridgestone Potenza RE760 Sport tires	Exact Motorsports
03-21-2010	87137	Replaced brakes all around with Zimmerman rotors and Axxis Ultimate pads. Flushed brake fluid with ATE Blue.	me
06-03-2010	89125	Changed air filter, cabin microfilter, & transmission fluid (Pentosin MTF2)	me
06-26-2010	89518	Changed oil with BMW 5W30	me
01-23-2011	97543	Changed oil with BMW 5W30	me
03-19-2011	99660	Replaced fuel pump	Bavarian Motorsport, Milpitas
04-16-2011	100201	Replaced pre-cat O2 sensors w/ Bosch 17215 (OEM)	me
04-30-2011	100750	Installed 4 Michelin Pilot Super Sport 255/35/18	Exact Motorsports
05-12-2011	101250	Changed transmission fluid with Pentosin MTF2	me
09-04-2011	104027	Flushed brake fluid with ATE Super blue; rotated tires	me
10-13-2011	105084	Changed oil with BMW 5w30	Me
11-23-2011	106191	Had car fully detailed, clay, polish, wax	AJs car detailing, San Jose
12-15-2011	106800	Starter replaced	Bavarian Motorsport, Milpitas CA

MPG Log

Date	Miles	Gallons	Price	MPG
2008-10-20 16:24:19	75393	15.106	$3.479	(N/C)
2008-11-08 15:42:43	75687	14.264	$2.779	20.611
2008-12-08 09:18:33	76020	15.169	$2.299	21.953
2008-12-20 09:16:26	76324	15.527	$1.999	19.579
2008-12-26 04:02:40	76483	7.234	$1.999	21.98
2008-12-29 09:44:02	76817	14.66	$2.279	22.783
2009-01-15 09:33:35	77091	13.147	$2.259	20.841
2009-01-28 15:48:38	77438	15.311	$2.449	22.663
2009-02-10 10:08:45	77766	15.513	$2.499	21.144
2009-02-27 09:07:33	78079	15.501	$2.499	20.192
2009-03-12 18:45:08	78385	14.946	$2.319	20.474
2009-03-28 10:48:36	78663	13.426	$2.399	20.706
2009-04-08 13:15:28	78954	14.267	$2.519	20.397
2009-05-01 06:56:41	79286	15.471	$2.619	21.46
2009-05-03 10:35:33	79584	11.012	$2.639	27.061
2009-05-09 06:52:29	79956	15.273	$2.619	24.357
2009-05-13 10:47:07	80316	14.676	$2.659	24.53
2009-05-28 20:03:23	80624	15.31	$2.939	20.118
2009-06-12 15:57:34	80931	6.009	$3.099	(N/C)
2009-06-14 18:49:22	81012	14.044	$3.219	19.349
Lifetime Average MPG:				21.678

N/C = Not Calculated. Either the first fill up recorded or the fill-up marked as "Partial."
MPG data captured by the iPhone application 'AccuFuel' and automatically imported by my custom PHP script from AccuFuel's email export.


My product reviews

• CG-Lock Product Review
• Floor Jack Comparison
• Intravee II vs HD-DICE (YouTube)

My how-tos

• Valentine 1 install

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