I have 2010 118TSI that blows white smoke on startup. At a recent service they suspect Valve stem seals. Does this seem a plausable explanation without removing the cylinder head?

Any estimates on how much to fix, they tolds me $3.5K. Given that it 10 years old and done 190K I'm not...

Hey guys, starting work on my car and just wondering where everyone gets parts. Obviously there's sites like urotuning but if there were somewhere in Aus it would be preferable. Not looking for performance parts (although a shorter ring and pinion would be nice) just things like gaskets, seals, chains...

Hi guys,

I don't have the space or tools to do a valve adjustment and replacement of the stem seals. Does anyone have the tools/time to help me out if I drove to their location?

I have the stem seals on hand, but still need to check my clearances before getting shims, and am...