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I recently purchased a 2000 bmw 3 series.The car makes a strange sound upon take off.Now my driver side rim is coated with brake dust.Its also giving off a horrible smell.I do have knowledge of cars,but new to the bmw world.Im thinking rotors or callipers.Any... Read More

• The front calliper on the offending wheel has most likely seized and so only one side of the pads is rubbing. The calliper needs to come off and be freed and lubricated or may have to be replaces as do the pads both sides and possibly the discs both sides. The other calliper should be checked as well as it is likely... Read More
• It is quite normal for the front wheels be covered in brake dust. But having it happen on just one side suggests that your brakes might be engaging without you touching the pedal. Your brakes on that wheel might be seized. Strange take off noise can be caused by a variety of things. The most notorious one is the rear... Read More
• To do a quick check on your drivers side caliper for correct operation. After a run in the car, stop and check for heat in the front road wheel centres, if one side is much hotter than the other, you have a brake problem on that side. (don't dive right into hot brakes with your hands, things could get really hot)
• you should take it to your local bmw dealer and see what they think

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