Thanks I thought so.  Mine is 1,2,3,D with A/M option.  I saw a cheap ALpina, by the look sof it parts are itnerchangable for interior etc, just not for the block

Hi.
The newer 850ci has an M73 engine (5.4litre) which is an aluminum V12, the older one an M70 engine (5.0 litre), non aluminum.
How do you know if you have the M73 or M70 engine:
The 850ci M73 (1994>) only comes with a auto 5speed transmission, so if you don't have a 5spd auto, you're driving a 850i M70 (<1994).

Here are the 2 850(c)i's next to each other (the picture is the same):
http://www.bmwheaven.com/index.php?option=com_bkbsearch&func=bkbcompare&Itemid=9&brand1=BMW&enumber1=e31_8&type1=453&brand2=BMW&enumber2=e31_8&type2=454&submit=compare

I understnad that there are two engine types for the ci?  Mine was manufactured in 1994, right when the change over was occuring for c-ci.  any advices for a novice where to look.  I am planning a restore for it as the body work is in average shape.  I am also interested in any one wanting to sell parts or a run down broken 850 ci for parts, as I want to replace seats and even center console and electronics.  Has any one upgrade the dash and computer read out with a modern setup?
Look forward to hearing from you.

alright nevermind the pic lol
in anycase, from the looks of it, i think you might be able to pull the metal clip off (just top of your finger middle pic)and reinsert the hose a little further in and put the clip back in place
aside from that i'm not sure what else to try
let us know how it goes!

cant see the picture in your post. think its been blocked.
the 2 are sections are definitely not connected properly. i just dont know how to connect them!

yea hopefully soon! right now im acquiring new parts....or at least im trying too 

BUT researching to make sure i gots everything right stay tuned!

i was thinking about using TWO all aluminum saab intercoolers (blackstone) what ya think? 

wow looking good i can't wait to hear more about the x6

damn son looking hawt!!
i'm gonna have to say stay with the cf, i'm kinda partial though i hate chrome on cars unless it's a classic american, or mini truck lol

were you able to get around to installing the heated seats?

wow looking sick, can't wait to see what your up to next!!, argh now your making me want to turbo my 3
looking forward for your next update!