FCP Euro's DIY Blog

Busting 5 Common Myths About European Car Ownership

Expensive maintenance, expensive parts, hard to work on—these are all part of a long list of things people often say about European cars. But how many of these are actually true? We bust five of the most common myths when it comes to European car ownership.

Mercedes

09/21/20
4 Min Read
By: Christian Schaefer

How To Change The Oil On a Mercedes C300 (M274 Engine)

Changing the oil in your Mercedes is one of the easiest ways to save yourself money and extend its life. Learn how to change the oil of the M274 engine.

Building the Workforce of The Future - 10 Questions With Mission Fulfilled 2030 Founder Gerald Moore

Culture

09/18/20
10 Min Read
By: Nathan Brown

Building the Workforce of The Future - 10 Questions With Mission Fulfilled 2030 Founder Gerald Moore

FCP Euro is partnering with Gerald Moore and MF2030 to help build the workforce of the future and bridge the digital divide for young black boys.

How To Replace The Vacuum Pump & Boost Control Solenoid On A BMW N20 Engine (X1, X3, 328i, & More)

BMW

09/17/20
6 Min Read
By: Christian Schaefer

How To Replace The Vacuum Pump & Boost Control Solenoid On A BMW N20 Engine (X1, X3, 328i, & More)

The vacuum pump and boost control solenoid play a crucial role on the BMW N20 engine in cars like the 328i. Replace it as soon as you notice failure symptoms.

7 Automotive Podcasts That We Can't Get Enough Of

Culture

09/16/20
5 Min Read
By: Nathan Brown

7 Automotive Podcasts That We Can't Get Enough Of

There's no better way to kill some time while commuting than a podcast. These are 7 of the best automotive podcasts that we can't stop listening to.

Mercedes

09/15/20
3 Min Read
By: Christian Schaefer

How To Change The Oil On A Mercedes-Benz C250 (M271 Engine)

Changing the oil on your Mercedes-Benz yourself is one of the easiest ways to save yourself money and extend the life of your vehicle. This DIY shows how.

Porsche

09/14/20
12 Min Read
By: Nathan Brown

First-Generation Porsche Cayenne Buyer's Guide (955/957)

The first-generation Porsche Cayenne set the standard for high-performance SUVs. Now over 10 years old, they are one of the best deals on the market.

09/11/20
6 Min Read
By: Christian Schaefer

How To Install A Battery Relocation Kit & Battery Kill Switch

There are many reasons why you might want to install a battery relocation kit. It could be for motorsports applications or to clean up your engine bay.

How To Replace The BMW N20 Timing Chain (Part 2 - Reassembly)

BMW

09/10/20
18 Min Read
By: Christian Schaefer

How To Replace The BMW N20 Timing Chain (Part 2 - Reassembly)

The BMW N20 timing chain is a critical failure point and is the focus of a recall and extended warranty. Replace it yourself if your car is out of warranty.