Looked at an '02 540 today, have a question

JP's M2xx · 08-26-2018, 01:31 AM

So I checked out a 2002 540i today with sport package. I noticed a lot of negative camber in the rear wheels, is this normal for these cars or is this something that I need to look into further?

The test drive was great and I'm guessing the negative camber is a help in the corners but want to make sure it isn't a sign of something bad that will need repair.

Thanks!!!

BH86ENG · 09-25-2018, 09:00 AM

You will absolutely notice an increase in wear. If you are looking to daily drive I highly recommend having it aligned at a shop where you can request an alignment different from spec.

I had mine modified with as little negative camber as possible while still equal on both sides. I think I'm around -0.8 degrees.

Still handles great, still a joy to drive, I get more than 20k out of my tires.

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JP's M2xx Private 20 Rep 77 Posts Drives: 2016 M235i x drive conv Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Tinley Park, Illinois iTrader: (0)	Looked at an '02 540 today, have a question So I checked out a 2002 540i today with sport package. I noticed a lot of negative camber in the rear wheels, is this normal for these cars or is this something that I need to look into further? The test drive was great and I'm guessing the negative camber is a help in the corners but want to make sure it isn't a sign of something bad that will need repair. Thanks!!!
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BH86ENG Registered 0 Rep 3 Posts Drives: 2006 BMW 330i 6-Spd Spt Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Atlanta, GA iTrader: (0)	You will absolutely notice an increase in wear. If you are looking to daily drive I highly recommend having it aligned at a shop where you can request an alignment different from spec. I had mine modified with as little negative camber as possible while still equal on both sides. I think I'm around -0.8 degrees. Still handles great, still a joy to drive, I get more than 20k out of my tires.
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