How do I tell if I have a sports package?

[DAVEL357]

I just bought a 1997 328i here in Colorado. It has the 16" rims and I think the seats are sport style an the suspension is stiff and the thing bites into corners too. But I cannot find the options list under the rear bench or anywhere else on the car. It appears to be all stock. Can I just give my VIN to a BMW dealer and they can tell me? Thanks!!

[96_323]

Dunno but wouldnt hurt to give it a shot!

[DAVEL357]

OK, the dealer faxed me a full option list! Too cool.

So I just bought this 97 328i with the sport suspension, sport seats, 5 speed in Arctic Silver with black interior. 184,000 miles on this machine and it is straighter and glossier than most newer ones!

It needs a clutch soon and the glove box light is disconnected and the car wanders a bit at speed and the stereo LEDs are out and the driver side make up mirror light is out.

Also the fuse was missing for the sunroof. I replaced it and it works. I wonder why it was taken out???

Also, there is no key fob - just 1 regular key.

I am in Bimmer heaven.

I will be selling my 2002 530i with auto trans. It is just too boring.

[96_323]

Have you investigated the wandering at high speeds? Hate to be the bearer of bad news but that could be a pretty penny to repair!!!

[DAVEL357]

I have not investigated it, but my trusted mechanic tells me he can rebuild the entire suspension for $1,500 if it needs it. I hope that will not be the case, of course, but I love this car and it's better than making payments for some brand new car that I am afraid to open the hood on.

What I hope is that my mechanic is right and that the rear control arm bushings are mainly at fault.

I'm just glad to have the car at this point.