my 316 bmw starting probs spinning noise

1997 BMW 316
10,450 MILES
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PUMPYNO1
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when i turn the ignition key it makes a spinning noise after a few tries it will start but it happens quite a lot now
Jan 20, 2012 at 11:01 PM
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RIVERMIKERAT
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Replace the starter.
Jan 20, 2012 at 11:04 PM
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RASMATAZ
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The starter motor overrunning clutch is slipping best just replace the starter motor then to rebuild it-
Jan 20, 2012 at 11:11 PM