Ben Martin wrote:
>
> Hello
>
> I have a 90 BMW 325is. I started up my car and noticed that I did not have
> power windows.
>
> I drove the car about 5 miles and seemed to hear some "unusual noises" - but
> power and peformance were good.
>
> I got home and turned the car off. Now the starter won't turn and I did
> smell something that smelled like burning wires.
>
> Taking a quick look at the fuses, it doesn't seem like any of them are
> burned - but I need to look better.
>
> Any ideas???? Could there be a relay that is prone to failure. My car has
> 230,000 miles.
>
> All responses are appreciated.
>
> - Ben

It could be lots of things.
Begin by checking the battery - Is it dead?