Replacing the starter

[hammerfang]

The starter on my 95 325is is being to go, takes a few times turns of the key to get it started. When I took the car in for inspection not too long ago they told me I would need a new starter. My question has two parts. First is this starter BMW Parts Wholesale a decent one to use or should I go for the Bosch unit. Also, how difficult would it be for me to do myself? Are there any special tools needed, would I need a lift, any additional parts. If it turns out to be a difficult thing to do how much should I expect to pay if I were to take it somewhere?

Thanks,

Dan

[RacerJames666]

E36 is the worst car to remove the starter on. Take off intake manifold, or pull down tranny...the choice is yours.
Tranny removal will make the starter job itself more easy, as the whole starter removal process is like five min. total. If you go the manifold route, make damned sure the battery is disconnected.....cable to starter is hot, and tools grounding it will give you a good suprise (hopefully the wrench isnt welded to the chassis, and the battery overheats.....BOOM! worst case scenario tho......)
The stealer will give you a good ole' fashioned ass raiping, try to find an independant shop if you go that route.
Not sure what bargain starter you goin for, the link says "your cart is empty"....
Good luck!
JP