BMW E9 Platform Overview
Production timeline, body variants, and engine options across the E9 range.
DraftE9 · CS · CSi · CSL
E9 Archive
Maintenance, systems notes, rust and bodywork, parts reference, buyer's material, and restoration journals for the E9.
E9 Overview
Platform introduction, model year changes, and key technical distinctions between CS, CSi, and CSL variants.
E9 Maintenance Notes
Routine service intervals, fluid specifications, and owner-level maintenance procedures.
E9 Routine Service Schedule
Recommended inspection and service intervals for regular E9 ownership.
DraftE9 Fluid Specifications
Engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, and gearbox lubricant references.
DraftE9 Carburetor Adjustment Basics
Initial setup and tuning notes for Zenith or Solex carbureted E9 models.
DraftE9 Systems Explained
Technical explanations of major E9 systems, written as study notes, not factory manual reproductions.
BMW E9 Front Suspension Explained
McPherson strut layout, bushings, ball joints, and common wear patterns.
DraftBMW E9 Brake System Explained
Dual-circuit hydraulics, caliper types, and pad/disc considerations by year.
DraftBMW E9 Wiring Diagram Beginner Guide
How to read E9 wiring schematics, fuse panel layout, and common circuit paths.
DraftE9 Rust & Bodywork
Corrosion assessment, structural repair planning, and body panel reference for the E9 unibody.
BMW E9 Rust Inspection Guide: The Main Areas to Check
Structured inspection of rockers, shock towers, floors, and other high-risk corrosion zones.
ReadE9 Rocker Panel Repair Notes
Assessment criteria and repair approach considerations for outer rocker sections.
DraftE9 Shock Tower Corrosion Patterns
How moisture accumulates at the front strut towers and what to look for during inspection.
DraftE9 Parts & Diagrams
Part number notes, exploded diagram explanations, and interchange references for E9 components.
E9 Parts Index
Organized reference to major E9 component groups and part number notes.
IndexE9 Front Suspension Parts Reference
Control arm, strut, and bushing part numbers with interchange notes.
DraftE9 Trim and Hardware Reference
Exterior trim clips, badges, and hardware part number documentation.
DraftE9 Buyer's Guide
Pre-purchase inspection guidance, documentation checks, and market context for E9 buyers.
BMW E9 Buyer's Checklist
A step-by-step inspection framework for evaluating a prospective E9 purchase.
DraftE9 Documentation and Provenance
What factory and period documentation to request, and how to evaluate gaps.
DraftE9 Common Red Flags
Structural, mechanical, and originality warning signs observed in the market.
DraftE9 Restoration Journal
Documented restoration progress, decisions, and lessons learned from E9 projects.
E9 Restoration Notes Index
Central index for all E9 restoration documentation and case studies.
IndexE9 Body Shell Media Blasting Notes
Process notes and observations from stripping an E9 shell for structural assessment.
DraftE9 Interior Restoration Planning
Trim assessment, material sourcing, and reassembly sequence notes.
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