Manufacturer: Halfords

[Kenjibb]

Hello, I was wondering if I was correct in assuming that Halfords sells genuine OEM parts for vintage BMWs.
I have recently verified that all of the oil, filters, coolants, etc., conform to BMW OEM standards. Example of a coolant: G11/LC-87, developed to meet the specifications of earlier BMW models.

Oil - Halfords 5W30 N9 commercial motor oil, developed to match BMW Longlife-04 standards

You may match the oil filter to the OEM style of your BMW!

I figured I'd use my trade card (I got one through my carpentry business) to get a discount on any near-by, off-the-shelf items, but what if they sell OEM parts? Should I use it?
Please understand..While I appreciate doing what's right for the environment, I fail to see the value in shelling out exorbitant sums for name-brand items when there is such a fantastic substitute. Much like the Febi vs. BMW own case.

Who has ideas?

[Strongspoi]

In my opinion, a good place to get name-brand components is from a distributor like Parts in Motion. Filters supplied by BMW original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) Mahle, Mann, and Hengst. Once again, it's a popular brand of oil, and many of them are BMW LL 04 spec. Oils by Opie are reasonably priced.

Does Halfords offer very low prices? Maybe I'm being too pessimistic, but I seriously doubt it.

[Strongspoi]

https://www.partsinmotion.co.uk/?source=awin&sv_campaign_id=78888&sv_tax1=affiliate&sv_tax2=&sv_tax3=Skimlinks&sv_tax4

[Kenjibb]

Yes, I was only looking for some honest feedback because I needed an oil filter today and, out of curiosity, I decided to check out Halfords since I was parking near it. The stockrooms were too full of bikes, numberplates, and tents to have one in stock, but you can order a Bosch for £6.88 (including shipping) and pick it up the next day online.
I spent £11.11 (excl. tax) at NAPA Auto Parts, the only store in the area. So, the pricing is fairly reasonable.

[Bedelon]

If you're looking for filters for any machine, go no further than TJ Filters.For some years now, I've utilised them on a variety of vehicles.

[Kenjibb]

I understand.Thank you, I will have a look. Per my post for newbies...Please share whatever information you have on reliable suppliers of parts, suggestions for wheel refurbishment, how-to guides, etc., because I am an amateur mechanic working on a project car in my driveway. No less so on an E91 / M47N2..320d.

All is okay thus far with the excellent information obtained from this forum's thread expertise, Touch Noggin.

Just in case I find up in a situation where my skills are inadequate, I was hoping someone could suggest a reliable independent BMW specialist in my area. Area of Rutland LE15. It would be most appropriate to start a new thread with that title, right?

[Bedelon]

I can't remember the name of the topic, but it's about independent music in and around the UK.

[Bedelon]

 

[Kenjibb]

Just discovered a German expert who is really partial to Porsche; I may drop by and introduce myself.
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