johnprusinski Posted March 16, 2013 Report Share Posted March 16, 2013 hello, im new to the BMW world but not with the German world. i just bought myself an E30 325e today. i was told to sign up by a buddy. here are some pictures of what i got so far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Posted March 16, 2013 Report Share Posted March 16, 2013 Looks pretty nice couple body thing to fix but in great shape. How many miles are on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaiserRolls Posted March 16, 2013 Report Share Posted March 16, 2013 welcome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 92e36 Posted March 16, 2013 Report Share Posted March 16, 2013 Not to be a dick or anything but is that a pad lock on the trunk? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Earl Posted March 16, 2013 Report Share Posted March 16, 2013 That is a padlock on the trunk:) I was contemplating picking this car up:P Welcome. You should come out with Jake and I one of these Saturdays. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnprusinski Posted March 16, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 16, 2013 hahaha yes it is a padlock on the trunk. i plan to start drifting (jake got me hooked) so im not too worried about the looks or body damage. its got 113,xxx miles. its running pretty crappy, but i think its because there is no o2 sensor at the moment. my plans are to put some maintenance on it since i drive a VW and i got in the habit of doing it. you can tell he was rear ended because of the body damage. im going to be looking over things today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
need4speed1299 Posted March 16, 2013 Report Share Posted March 16, 2013 I was trying to buy that car but the owner screwed around with me for weeks. Congrats on your purchase. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mystere30 Posted March 16, 2013 Report Share Posted March 16, 2013 haha. i believe i sold the previous owner an m20 head a long time ago. i remember the pad lock on the trunk lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B C Posted March 17, 2013 Report Share Posted March 17, 2013 Welcome John!I saw that car FS on craigslist and giggled at the trunk as well. Im glad you are going to be throwing the car around sideways and getting some fun out of it. I would love to be of any help in getting the M20 running happily again. Do you have any engine upgrades planned? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnprusinski Posted March 17, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 17, 2013 Thanks guys, I will be on here a lot asking questions. I'm not sure on the plans yet. From the research I was thinking of a 3.73 diff and a 325i head, not sure. I'm still learning so I don't need a lot of power. Just enough to get the hang of things. Any and all suggestions. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B C Posted March 17, 2013 Report Share Posted March 17, 2013 A few of the guys on here have done the "2.7i" conversion so they could chime in with more details on that.If you are staying NA and on a tight budget then my opinion is to either pickup a healthy M20B25 with harness, ecu, and everything you would need to "swap" for $500 or less, then take the time to install a clutch that will take the abuse and do some refreshing while its out. Then do a MarkD chip, 4.10 lsd, shorty header (improves the mid-range torque dip) and remove weight (AC, trunk tar, lighter exhaust,etc). This should get you something that can do 2nd and 3rd gear drifts on decent tires. If you are staying NA and have some money to throw around, then an M50/M52/S50/S52 swap would make lots of sense,If you are looking to do a turbo setup then a 2.7i would be the way to go due to the lower compression ratio. Also keep in mind that getting sideways in something with <300hp is most likely going to feel awesome and huge while in the car, but look kinda weak/lame on video from outside the car, so just enjoy what you have, do things your way, and dont get caught up in the need to out-do others. That makes thing more enjoyable for me at least. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
need4speed1299 Posted March 17, 2013 Report Share Posted March 17, 2013 Do the 2.7i motronic 1.3 upgrade. I did mine with new gaskets and parts for $450. It will help you r3v higher which makes drifting easier, IMO. I've had e, I, and 2.7i. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnprusinski Posted March 17, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 17, 2013 Sweet thank you, I will look into this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
need4speed1299 Posted March 17, 2013 Report Share Posted March 17, 2013 If you need help, PM me. I know someone locally who has everything you need. His user name is ramplesauce. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnprusinski Posted March 17, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 17, 2013 im going to see if i can get the motor running right. when i give it the right amount of gas it starts misfiring or stumbling. i put in a new o2 yesterday, but when i was taking the plug wires off the just came apart, so now i have parts on order. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
straight6pwr Posted March 18, 2013 Report Share Posted March 18, 2013 welcome! glad you saved a car destined for the yard. did you get a smokin deal? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnprusinski Posted March 18, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 18, 2013 Oh yeah, the post had it listed for1100, but I got it for 750. I was pretty stoked. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StewCrew Posted March 18, 2013 Report Share Posted March 18, 2013 Its about time one of my best friends picked up an e30. Welcome to the club, John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian. Posted March 18, 2013 Report Share Posted March 18, 2013 Can't wait to see this thing get sideways! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rowleym Posted April 4, 2013 Report Share Posted April 4, 2013 I have everything you need for the "i" swap and you would be supporting someone who wants to get sideways just as bad as you do Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest norsairius Posted April 4, 2013 Report Share Posted April 4, 2013 Welcome! Looking forward to seeing how the car turns out! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest fastenerpuller Posted April 5, 2013 Report Share Posted April 5, 2013 I think you got a great deal. Issues but hella low miles (considering) and what a nice colour. Happy drifting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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