E36 (94 325iC) Clutch

["Gary M. Zeiss" <zeissg@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

I recently purchased a '94 325iC with about 51k on it.  The clutch is not 
slipping, but it is pretty high (the mechanic said it was near the end of 
its useful life).  I've also been warned that letting it hit slippage can 
damage the flywheel (apparently pretty expensive).

Question...
Should I replace it now or baby it until I notice slippage.  Since I'm the 
third owner, I cant speak to the entire useful life of the clutch, but 
given the general condition of the car, I don't think it was misused from a 
hard-driving standpoint...

Also, about how many miles would one expect out of an original clutch on 
this car (presume normal driving).

Thanks in advance.
Gary Zeiss
LA

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