/bmw/ - BMW General

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What is with the threads dying at a time when so many new BMWs are coming to /o/? It's like everyone got tired of quality threads and just wants to shitpost.

>>15854659
I really don't know. These threads used to be absolutely full only a week ago then suddenly everyone disappeared.

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>>15855196
>>15855196
Maybe everyone /is/ selling their cars as someone suggested in one of the dead threads.

Maybe we don't have anything to talk about?

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>>15855389
I haven't been around much the past couple weeks but I normally bump the threads when they're near the bottom of the board. At least when there are discussions there is actual discourse and not just mainly flame wars. A good balance between the general cancer of yotsuba and the chemo of forums, so it is good to keep the threads going regardless.

!@#$%^&*()

And seeing all the e36s around here now, if anyone is planning to get a LTW splitter, DO NOT buy the replica on eBay, from Bulgaria or wherever. I did when the Genuine one was on backorder, and it was trash that broke in a couple days after its first scrape (and I was on stock suspension then). The real one is a tank, I just need to sand or paint it a bit to match the trim a bit better.

dedthred. Anyway I'm pretty much committed to buying an N55 335i (M-sport, coupe and manual because these would be important variables) but I have one final question; how well do they hold value?

>>15857318
Also E92, forgot the F30 335i had the N55 for a while.

>>15857318
>>15857327
Also from my understanding lower models are common and worthless, M3s given their reputation for being moneypits and beat on also depreciate harder than a woman's sexual value with time.

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about to paint my e30 rear trunk lid spoiler/lip. then install it.

so should I trust the studs on the spoiler already there? they're like 6mm iirc. i've got the template with measurements so I'm not worried about that too much other than i will be drilling my car

Can I just dremel them off and use a double sided 3m automotive exterior tape after really cleaning the surface? I see a lot of video guides with spoilers that use that same stuff

>>15857918
Yeah, double sided tape should hold it on fine so long as you have a clean, flat surface on both sides to mate the tape to.

Make sure it's 3m though. Skimping on that shit is dumb; it's only like $1 more than the off-brand, but not using it will likely lead to your spoiler falling off.

>>15857952
yeah it's the 3m stuff 'super strength molding tape'
I have 2x 1/2" x 5ft roll

>>15857918
Yeah with a lip spoiler well done tape is all you really need.

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What's a decent price to pay for a 325ix? Any year is fine, would prefer something not red or white. I've been wanting one for a while now, and when I see them posted (if ever), the prices range anywhere from $3000-8000. The mileage is never around the same ballpark as others, with higher mileage ones usually being more expensive.

I live in the Pacific Northwest.

>>15858227
Here are two clean options.
http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/cto/5775265094.html
http://portland.craigslist.org/wsc/cto/5767621007.html

Why do you not like red? I can see white at the age of an e30 looking bad, but red holds it colour very well through the years.

Well I bought a cheap z3 coupe, all good for a week and now it's throwing p0505. Currently at the shop getting tested for vac leaks.

Right away mechanic noticed hole in intake tube behind MAF.

Pray for me /o/

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hi friends :^)

had to swing my m3 back to the shop after an alignment for some weird vibrations

all is gut

>>15858289
I was wondering why I hadn't seen the first listing before, but I realized it's because I only ever have the search option set for manual transmissions. I might consider if a manual swap isn't that hard down the road.

The second link I've been heavily considering honestly because I look at it daily. Is $5000 a good price? I'm absolutely shit at haggling, and I've read through what to look for when looking at an e30.

To answer your question, I don't have anything against the color red really. It's just never been my preferred color on a car. I'm more inclined to buy either darker blues or silvers.

Outside of Japanese cars and my 190e, BMW is mostly foreign territory for me.

Thanks for the help.

>>15858481
Well one of the biggest things to look for, especially in the PNW, is rust, and the silver one doesn't have it. I'd bet the same for the red, given how pristine the interior and exterior look.

As for price, I may not be the best person to evaluate as I've never had an e30, but for something somewhat rare, in excellent condition at almost 30 years of age, I think five grand is reasonable. Mechanical condition plays into that as well, and they both look like they've had caring owners.

>>15858423
Just going to throw it in there, but the wheels would look dope colour-matched to the smokey red of the taillamps.

Black sapphire? You don't see many black e46s around. Nice.

>>15858395
Just JB Weld that hole. It isn't under much pressure.

>>15858547
>Just JB Weld that hole. It isn't under much pressure.

I'll do that tomorrow.

How much would it cost to replace all the intake tubing? Car is 16 years old and P/O left it sitting outside for a year.

>>15858547
hmm thats actually not a bad idea ya know. and the color is carbon black

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>>15858694
If you're talking about the sections surrounding the MAF and alternator intake, I think they go for around $20 a section IIRC.

https://www.ecstuning.com/BMW-Z3-3.0i-M54_3.0L/Engine/Intake/

>>15858992
Not bad at all. I'm pretty pissed about losing my car right at the end of the driving season though, fucking snow and -40 is coming.

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>>15859021
Are you the one whose silver e46 got smashed?

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>>15854648
I want to install an aftermarket stereo receiver but my autism stops me from buying anything that doesn't match the orange back lights on the dashboard. Anyone recommend a receiver with a similar orange backlight?

>>15860008
take apart stereo and replace with orange led

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And here's a message from your friendly neighbourhood bump...

Picked up my car today from hail damage after 1.5 months. They decided that it was a 328i and got into an argument that it is an Xi. After an argument (with me showing them the damn sill tag that it is an Xi,) I walk around the car and realize they removed all of the XDrive badging. Lost my shit and left. Oh and they decided not to install the rear spoiler, (found that in the trunk.) Installing that myself. Collision shops are fucking criminals and lazy as hell. Paint is gorgeous tho....

>>15860927
why remove the xdrive tags though? point?

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>>15854659
Cars been in the shop for over a month

>>15859472
No thank god, just stuck in low power mode, hard to get hectic when it only limps around.

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>>15861472

Damn. What's up?

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Anyone able to identify this wheel?

>>15862537
They're like CSL wheels but look better.

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Ello m8s

>>15862537

I've been trying to find the name of those aswell!
They're awesome

>>15862537
>>15863319
Apex ARC-8

my e36 wont stop leaking oil and coolant :( also when i engage the clutch it pisses tranny fluid everywhere :(

ded

HOLY SHIT WHY IS IT SO CHEAP
https://jacksonville.craigslist.org/cto/5788104272.html

>>15865042
>242k miles

>>15865069
And? My uncle's daily E30 has over 350,000

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When your rad blows up in a Tim Horton's drive through at 12am and you gotta walk home

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Also I'll take my award for cleanest E36 in the game now.

3 years 110 thousand kilometers!

Does anyone have experience with GruppeM/Simota intakes? I'm going to open up the intake system over the winter from manifold down to pass the time. New BBTB, MAF, hoses, etc.

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Got the Z3 back today, passed inspection. Unluckily, it's the end of the month, so the DMV will be a shitfest. May have to wait a couple weeks for mid-month.

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>>15862531
Got into an accident where I hopped a median, like 50% of the suspension is being replaced.

Amazingly the only other damage was to the front bumper and the tray under the engine.

Should be getting it back this week though, so that's good.

Really like your m3, haven't seen it in these much but I'm not too active. I really wanna get some CSL style wheels.

>>15865154
How good is am e36 coupe? I.m considering buying one next year and rwd car options are very limited here.
Currently driving a skoda octavia tour 1.9tdi (eurotrash). If I buy a 325 e36 how much am I gonna spend to keep it on the road. Will mostly drive it for pleasure and maybe on a 200 km commute every now and then.

>>15865216

I average about 2000k Canadabucks a year, but I also buy new tires every year and refresh a lot of suspension stuff.

I also tackle one large project a year. Last year I did the rear end, this year the front end, etc.

If you're handy and not too particular you could own one very cheaply. If you're very picky like me, keep some cash around just in case.

>>15865216

Sorry 2k Canadabucks not 2000k that's retarded and so am I.

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>>15865155

Awesome!

and gl anon

im still hunting for a good clownshoe after selling my Z3.

I cant wait to be back in another z3.

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>>15865575
speaking of z3's

>gf is looking for car
>show her a z3 that's super clean - blue, with tan interior, black soft top
>no anon that car looks silly
>see one irl with her blue, black interior, white hardtop
>wow anon what car is that I want it
>mfw

oh well at least she can recognize an e30

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>>15865593

i dont like posting my old Z3 because i no longer have it and i used to whore it a lot

but it looks like you're looking for my exact car

i didnt like my hardtop, it squeaked and flexed like crazy and made the car seem a lot less refined than it really was. I aligned it multiple time but i could never get it just right. driving with the soft top was much more quiet on shitty roads.

>>15865154
my 94 318is is leaking constantly. I bought it for $600
>tfw it wont stop leaking coolant and oil
What should I be looking for senpai?

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>>15865593
my gf is actually saving up for either a Z3 roadster or E36 convertible
She loves bimmers and has learned to tell most chassis codes, feels good
Also I want to change the LED colour of my e60's angel eyes from yellow to white, approx how much does a set cost?

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>post what you've fixed on it recently
Replacing my engine because i accidentally a piston. Gotta pull the trans off because I forgot to remove the throw out bearing from the replacement engine (came out of a 6 speed)

>post what you've upgraded
not much besides a couple of things visible in the pic

>post how much you love the damned thing
This thing is a money pit. It is as an absolute nightmare. I've spent more time under it than on the road. BUT i still love it because it is loud and obnoxious. Also because V8

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>>15865142
bruh i feel your pain
My fucking motor decided to shit itself when piston number 8 lodged itself between the crank.

Pic related, what killed my e39.

>>15866643
just cut off the 2 cylinders and run a v6

>>15866649
A BMW with a V6? Thats heresy!

>>15866502
what model e60 is that anon?

>>15866680
>yfw going on your local CL and searching BMW V6

all those results
all that wrong

>>15866686
nothing much, base model diesel
>>15866701
I sometimes meet people irl who are arguing that bimmers use V6's, so frustrating

>>15866701
Yeah i've had way too many people tell me that they have a V6 bmw.
>>15866715
must be good on fuel. My 4.4 drinks like a motherfucker

>>15866737
if I wasn't living in a poorfag yuro country with overpriced fuel, I wouldn't settle for a diesel. But yeah i'm getting about 33 US MPGs on highways and 23 urban
the consumption used to be notably better with smaller wheels but whatever

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Just got my baby a week ago

>>15867158
beautiful, M235?

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Yup fuking fantastic car i love it

Boys why did I buy a 4 cylinder. I've started really regretting it! So underpowered :/

smell of exhaust in car
320d
fml

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I'm going to pick up an f30. Should I get pic related for it?

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>>15865202

Wow that sucks. And thanks. I've posted here a lot, but have been working my ass off lately and going out a lot with a fem.

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>>15867874

>>15867922

Looks very good and modern

>>15867922
Fuck no. Custom headlights always look so cheap (and they are cheap). Also don't depend on them functioning 100% properly. Shit. If you want to "personalize" the outside of the car, aftermarket (high quality) wheels are the way to go. Otherwise stock is usually the best looking in the long run.

>>15867158
I approve of this color.

Also 2 series has that perfect BMW small coupe proportions (like the E30 2 door). A really beautiful car in person (much more so than in photos).

Are these wheels 18 or 19"?

>>15867922
>>15867990
>>15867874
Whatever you do, keep the original headlights. You'll want them later, especially if you ever try to sell the car.

>>15868004
18 inch with the m performance brakes. Originally i was going to get it in red but when i saw the blue in the showroom i just had to get it

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Had a loose water hose, scared me thinking my shit was toast.

Did a pressure test and everything seems ok. Guess ill keep the little guy for now.

>>15865072

Did your uncle meticulously care for the car?
Did the previous owner of that ad?

what the difference between m-technic and m-pack?

>>15869633
I think technic focuses on the bodykit and look more while the M-pack does that and then some.

is there a way to check car history with vin number?

I have seen some people talking about bmwparts.com but how could one get password?

>>15870066
Like the Daily Vin Check thread?

>>15858547
>Just JB Weld that hole.
Seems to have fixed it.

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>>15854648
Hey, I found this in my car, what is it? Is it needed to run the car? I've never really noticed it until it fell off the steering column, should i put it back?

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>>15865810
Valve cover gasket and all the rad hoses/expansion tank

Original rads were prone to degrading if non BMW coolant was used, expansion tanks are known for blowing up.

Also if you have a plastic thermostat housing it can also weep coolant.

gl my famdamly

Also avoid doing this to your BMW. I drove mine for one winter and it was hellish on the poor old thing.

Now I have a truck so it's my weekend warrior.

>>15866643

o u c h

I had a fan relay stick off while doing a lap day and caught it just in time. Closest I've ever been to the danger zone. My car doesn't even have lifter noise unlike almost every E36 ever.

>>15871113
It would probably be helpful. Looks like it controls the… oh.

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I dropped my subframe on my E36 M3. Doing oil pan baffle/reinforced pickup, reinforced front subframe, motor mounts, and LCA balljoints/bushings/tierod assemblies

-Inner balljoints wouldn't "separate" and ball joint popper won't fit nor smacking it with a hammer. Gonna try a pickle fork tomorrow.

-Everything made out of rubber was falling the fuck apart and original with 96/97 date codes. Lollipop bushings were tearing, balljoint boots all torn, motor mounts cracking, every joint was floppy and gave no resistance, Aren't 20 year old BMWs the best?

-I had a bunch of grime from leaking PS hoses, especially around the PS reservoir and return pipe/cooling coil. I'm gonna try to tighten the fittings at the reservoir a bit and see what happens but I wouldn't doubt if the hoses are shot at the "clamps"

-What's the best way to check if a rack is good or not? I'd get a Z3 rack but they're all going for $300+.

Keep up the good work raiding the /audi/ general thread guys.

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Neat pic I got the other day

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Got a bunch. I'll dump a few

e46 325i a good first car, specifically to learn how to drive manual in?
truthfully would want a 330i but never driven manual, nor rwd
i'll definitely want the power later, but i'd rather not kill myself being an overconfident idiot

>>15873136
you wont notice the difference between a 325i or 330i when driving normally
if you can find a decent manual 330, go for it

>/tailgating general/

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Car handles like a dream with PS2s and ARC-8s look awesome

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New Potenza S04's on the way.

$505

Fuck me.

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>>15876221

These were the fronts a couple weeks ago after losing the rear end and smacking a curb.

Was like $460 for 2 S04 PP's.

So fucking glad I didn't buy rears now.

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>>15876221
>>15876239

Width difference on the fronts.

Ran 245 Bridgestone RE 050A Scuderia and went to 255 S04 Pole Position.

I had a 245/285 setup and had DSC issues even when you didn't push.

The 255/285 is back normal now. No more DSC probs through, and hard out of corners.

Much, much more stable front end as well. The car goes where you point the wheels, with a lot more tire chatter though compared to the 050A's.

Fug, abs light intermittent.

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Shitty pick as I walked away pic.

Half the fucking size of a cavalier.

>>15855448
What is the part number on that? I am curious to take a look on the status of it.

>>15857318
Value you they are ok, same like any other boe. The fuel pump is something to watch out for. Delphi has a retrofit kit for $220 shekels. BMW under $400 for the complete unit.

Of someone has it on the shelf your looking to part under $500.

>>15857952
Good advice on the 3M. A new crease in my brain has been made.

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Another pic of those headlights


Too poor to afford a a new M3 so I'm just gonna get an f3 with the m sport package

>>15877629
F30*

My E91 is uneven at idle and has surged a few times in 1st gear now. I'm thinking spark plugs (recently hit 90k miles and no idea if/when they were last changed). Anyone got any other ideas?

>>15877162
https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-bmw-parts/m3-lightweight-front-spoiler-with-brackets/51112267457kt/

>>15869431
no
probably not

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Anyone here done the fan delete mod? Did you replace the pull fan with an electric one or just a straight delete

Any opinion on this car guys ?

Looking to pick up a project/summer/fun car
looks dirt cheap. Any other major things I should be aware of aside from the timing chain/tentioner problem on these engines ?

http://www.kijiji.ca/v-autos-camions/ville-de-quebec/1997-bmw-540i-manuel-6-vitesse/1200243598?enableSearchNavigationFlag=true

>>15874520
mfw found an 01 330i with 50k miles, only 1 owner, but being sold for 9k at a used dealer

>>15879024
$9000 gets you a nice higher mileage E36 M3 or 330i ZHP.

Just something to consider. I wouldn't pay more than $4-5000 for a 330i, they're just too common.

>>15879136
california(specifically, los angeles) tax
325i's are around 4-6k
330i's are between 7 and 10k

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Let's go back to page 1.

https://youtube.com/watch?v=906LOdN4I_c

>>15879277
>California Tax

Yeah, I see what you mean. At least you're in a large metro area where a FUCKTON of them were sold and aren't rusty. Just keep looking.

http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sgv/cto/5782438087.html

http://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/cto/5794634671.html
(I have a feeling this is a stupid fix, probably a relay or a pump)

http://ventura.craigslist.org/cto/5787743225.html

I'd go for the E36, its actually a good price even compared to the rest of the nation.

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I'm thinking of wrapping my roof/mirrors in black...

>>15881578
Not sure I like it.

>>15881578
go for it

http://wwwb.autotrader.ca/a/BMW/Z4+M/NEPEAN/Ontario/19_9783475_/?showcpo=ShowCPO&orup=9_15_9

This must be a scam

>>15880468
i would love to get the e36 but i have a friend who owns one and absolutely hates the money it takes to keep it alive

What kind of dick do you have to be to toss a candy wrapper into someone's cracked window?

>>15881578
Honestly don't think it suits the blue.

>>15881884
To be fair it is a private seller who could be rich enough to put a fair price on it just to get rid of it.

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>>15876221
>>15876239
>>15876272
My niggas

Driver side fog lamp is out, replaced the bulb and it still doesn't light on. I checked the fuse and it's not blown, anybody have any advice on how to proceed?

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lol!

>>15883139
>mexicans

>>15883139
>kill me

>>15883139
I wonder who they stole that m3 front bumper from

>>15860008
old post but i am in the same boat. Buy a car stero with changeable LED colors.

Dinavin makes a double din headunit that looks factory but sopposedly has poor specs for the price it asks.

The one i want is a Pioneer costing $1200 dollars..... le sigh.

What are my options for roof racks and cargo pods? Is Thule pretty much the only one in the game?

>>15883139
GTA IV Sentinel!

>>15881940
It's not gonna be any worse than a E46 (dirt cheap parts, rarely has VANOS issues, no subframe tearing) but I'd refuse to daily one, just because it's older and more likely to get beat.

$500 shitbox that passed smog and get the E36.

>>15884844
funny you mention smog, my friend's e36 m3 doesn't pass it

is the maintenance of an e36 m3 really that comparable to an e46 330i?
would the m badge not result in a tax?

anyone have universal/diy style mudflaps on their car?

I'm thinking of buying the rally armor universal set for $30 on ebay. I'm guessing like $10-20 of hardware should get them set nice.

>>15885002
>Maintenance of a E36 M3 comparable to a 330i?

Similarities:

Both have structural tearouts when abused (E36: Rear shock towers, rear subframe depending on month produced, if its a 1995 built after 6/94 it'll be fine, E46: Rear subframe)

Both have crappy cooling systems (pressurized expansion tanks, mechanical clutch fans that can fail and send bits of high speed plastic into the radiator/hoses, plastic water pump impellers and crap pump bearings)

Both will have rubber literally everywhere in the suspension that when it wears out the car drives like crap (BMW likes using the crappiest rubber possible, but also puts it everywhere to maintain ride comfort and good handling) and leaks everywhere

Both will likely be leaking oil in some way (oil filter housing, valve cover gasket, PS hoses)

Both will try to unbolt their oil pump gears when you race it (E36s are known more for this because of the M3s having a 6750rpm redline + frequently tracked, but M54s in the 330is get it worse due to harmonic issues making it vibrate apart).

Differences:

1995 vs 2002-2005. E46 is a 7-10 year newer car.

Single VANOS that when it fails will only lead to a rattling noise and loss of low end torque vs Double VANOS that when it fails will give CELs

E36 will have a WAY shittier interior. By far. Headliner falls apart, door panels come apart and have to get reglued, more rattles/squeaks, seat motor gears break. Its a older car

E36 will also be way more fun to drive at all speeds. LSD vs Open Diff, 150-200lbs lighter, More responsive and nimble feel. Its BMW when they were the "Ultimate Driving Machines" you can't compare it to a non-M chassis. I wouldn't bother owning a BMW if it wasn't a M car, honestly.

From my experience, ///M Tax only applies on aftermarket parts and special ///M parts. Namely control arms, hubs, and in-demand interior parts (think Vader seats). Most of the parts I've bought for mine were shared with regular E36s and they were pretty cheap.

>>15885586
awesome man, thank you for the breakdown

>>15885586
http://ventura.craigslist.org/cto/5797736431.html

This could be nice too, its rough though. Prep it and get it repainted, then get the seats recovered. Put a little bit of effort into restoring it, and its a $10k car minimum just from the mileage and color combo alone (Boston Green/Modena).

And like I said. I wouldn't bother owning a non-M BMW. If I had to choose between a $6-8k 330i E46 (ZHPs not included, those are factory Alpina tuned cars and have a different interior/cams/exhaust/tune/6 speed gearbox) and a G35/350Z/IS300 I'd go for the Japanese equivalent that'd drive 90% as well.

I also wouldn't rely on a 20 year old BMW as reliable transportation, lol.

>>15885586
And forgot to mention, all the flaws I mentioned? Fixable. BMWs have a HUGE aftermarket and once you fix them they'll be good for the life of the car (or at least 7-10+ years). Even the oil pump nut (drop the pan and safety wire it) and structural tearouts.

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Just bought a 2004 325xi, anything I should know about owning a BMW?

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>>15885586
>rubber everywhere
Just had almost all bushings replaced

Still looking for an answer to >>15883130

>>15886186
I guess it depends on the bulb type but it could not be properly in the socket... H1s have pained me so.

Looking at it, e46 was when BMW really switched to postmodern design.

>>15858227
Nigga alpineweiss is the best E30 color

>>15867874
>aftermarket headlights
kek
enjoy your rice looking shitty leaky garbage with bad LEDs

What are you guys using for sport cleaning? Do you carry a small detailing kit in the trunk?

Anyone have success with a headlight resto kit?

Just bought a e92 325i. I am loving it so far.

>>15886227
Looks almost exactly like the e36...rofl

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I have question about bmw e46 sedan postlift.
As I understand facelift was in 2001, so all cars from 2001-2005 are the same.

Why there are different rear lights?

On this pic you can see red-white-red tail light and there is also version with red-orange-red.

are both same, just different color?
whats the difference?
are both original rear lights?

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>>15888702
second pic with red-orange-red

>>15888702
yurop market

>>15888716
burger market

There's your difference in tail lights

>>15888807
thanks senpai

Power rankings time

E46 = E90 > E36 => F30 > E30 > E21

>>15889466
M3:
E90 > E46 > E30 > F80 > E36

Non-M:
E30 > E46 > E90 > F80 > E21 > E36

>>15889500
>Non-M
I'd still put E90 at the top given the 335i

Are bimmers even worth the money as terms of appliance? They seem as huge badge pieces at this point.

I do love what they offer, Inline 6, manual, RWD and non shit handling.

They offer everything what I want in a car but I think they're just too unreliable. My friend had a E30 and E36 that gave him nothing but trouble. Granted the E36 was all transmission problems

What should I look for in a E36? What are signs of a reliable Daily?

>>15889510
Here's my reasoning for my non-m rankings
E30 #1: It's the peak of the 3 series, the cars are lightweight, very reliable, very well made and look great
E46 #2: It's better than the E36 without the fat and watering down of the E90 and F30.
E90 #3: It's watered down vs the E46, but not as bastardized and disappointing as the F30.
F30 #4: They're faster, but they're also fat and ugly, they're the proof that BMW is no longer anything like "ultimate driving machine" plus the 328 is a 2L 4, the 340 is a 3L 6, this naming convention shit is asinine
E21 #5: They're great to look at, but they're the first 3 series and aside from being solid cars are unremarkable in every way
E36 #6: They're the lowest quality 3 series BMW ever made. The interiors are ugly and fall apart and the engines are completely yawn-inducing

>>15889466
>>15889500
>>15889535

Quite meaningless rankings, as nobody is placing these cars in their own contexts. Which cars were more successful compared to others for their time?

E30 and E36 really did beat their competition and were the aspirational vehicles of the era, and are still used widely in rallye and hillclimb today, along with numerous clubs and drifters and street racers: all of varying degrees of properness, but all know which are the best platforms. But young eyed people see them as unimpressive and lame.

As we go on to later models, where is the success? Technology only comes with time, so has it been applied? Where are the poster cars of the past decade? Certainly not featuring the BMW.

>>15889662
>Which cars were more successful compared to others for their time?
Doesn't matter, it's a subjective power ranking

>>15889535
Regarding the E90, it traded some of muh precision handling (although some disagree) for power and overall significant improvements in quality. It went from a comfy sports-esque car to a luxury muscle car, so to speak and I can excuse that. Conversely the F30 is where it really did get "watered down"

>E30 #1: It's the peak of the 3 series, the cars are lightweight, very reliable, very well made and look great
I think you meant to type E46
>E21 #5: They're great to look at, but they're the first 3 series and aside from being solid cars are unremarkable in every way
And meant E30
>E36 #6: They're the lowest quality 3 series BMW ever made. The interiors are ugly and fall apart and the engines are completely yawn-inducing
And meant E21,

Honestly your entire post just reads of an E30 owner who's driven no other 3 series

>>15890864
>I think you meant to type E46
No. The E46 is a great M3 but the regular 3 series is pretty dull aside from the ZHP. It's a "nice car" like the E90, but it's uninspiring.

>And meant E30
You're a moron if you think the E30 is unremarkable. It was the top of its class and is still one of the best lightweight performance build platforms. Try and find another decent RWD coupe or sedan that weighs under 3,000lbs bone stock.

>And meant E21,
Nope, I have an E36 M3, I've been around regular E36s plenty, they are of so much lower in quality than the E30 and E46 it's crazy. The only reason I still have the E36 M3 is that it's bone stock, in good shape, and I got it cheap when they were at rock bottom prices, I'm going to hang on to it until they increase in value a little more while I focus on modding the other cars.

>Honestly your entire post just reads of an E30 owner who's driven no other 3 series
Honestly your entire post just reads of someone who snobs "old cars" and has never driven an E30.
I currently own an E36 M3, an E28 535is and an S2000.

ded

>>15891576
Yeah not many people on here from Asia/Aus.

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Did you make sure your oil pump nut is still there this morning /bmwgen/?

Okay, change of plans. Next mod is not diffuser or LTW wing. I'm going back to getting a track pipe.

https://youtu.be/9ABfPunBG9Q

25k on an E92 M3 or 20k on a Z4M

Which should I go for and why?

BMWs? I've got a couple.
>2011 335i vert w/ full bolt ons
>1988 635CSi
recently deceased
>2001 750iL

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>>15892637
oops

>>15892107
No need, because I don't have a shit tier M50

>>15892637
Looking at buying a 335i (E92) myself, any general opinions about your E93?

>>15878520
I have a bad experience with only a fan delete. I left the car running during traffic at two red lights and even if outside temp was below 20°C it overheated om me...

I was able to let it cool, add water and bring it home, but the damage was already done... head gasket needs replacing, it leaks coolant (i can smell it from exhaust) and the expansion tank is a geyser :/

>>15878520
Don't bother. The mechanical fine will cool better and more reliably than most electric fan setups you can set up.

>>15855448
Why have you installed that when you have no aero on the rest of your car? Looks mismatched bro

>>15857318
I'm in the UK and have the N55 135i M sport (E82) - manual.

They seem to be holding value well and I wouldn't be surprised to see them rise a little bit due to the 1M's current rise..

>>15890978
>Insults, baseless claims and irrelevant nonsense
Good talk

Thinking about buying the E36 328i

would you guys recommend it? whats the MPG like on regular petrol. I hear the 2.8 litre engine returns the same MPG as its 2.5 litre counterpart.

oh and one more thing, coupe or cabriolet?

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>>15893122
M3 LTW/GT didn't have any other additional aero than the LTW/GT wing, which, without the risers installed, is comparable in height to the High Arch wing, which I have. Main difference is arch vs squared, plus the base on the LTW/GT.

And the LTW/GT honestly did not do much for aero either compared to a real performance wing, but it was made for racing homogolation in mind. So I'd wager that my car, being closer to the ground, is doing better aerodynamically than a stock height with the LTW/GT wing.

And you may ask, why do people want a wing that does so little? Cause it is damn sexy, risers or not.

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>>15894179

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>>15894183
An alternative is the Rieger GT lip, which is only $240 these days. But it is just an extended lip, which I believe to be hollow inside. So they are prone to cracking or being obliterated. They do look good, however.

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>>15894197
And canards are something to get a hard on for, but there are better things to throw money at first. The splitter is good as it lowers the front end a couple inches. Canards will help aero too but won't do that.

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>>15894235
So if you look at mine from farther away or at different angles, it does look much more proportional.

>>15892882
It's about as hard to own as a corolla for me. Granted, I have an n55 model, not an n54.

>>15893811
>says dumb shit
>gets butthurt when called on it
well

I have the E46 M3.

It's 6MT. Stock other than a KN intake and filter.

I have a race coming up between me and a 2005 350z with an HR engine. Guy has an intake and full exhaust.

$300 half mile race.

What's it gonna be like? Mixed answers online. Everyone says it's a drivers race. I am very good launching and spot on with shifting.

He says hes at 330hp unsure if brake or wheel power. Unsure how he came up with this figure.

>>15896049
Are you still pretending you know what you're talking about?

>>15896708
>half mile
>"driver's race"
>in slow street cars
Someone watched to much Fast N Furious

>>15896708
you sound gay as fuck

>>15896708
VQ35HR has 311 hp stock. 330 at the crank seems pretty reasonable with intake/exhaust mods.

You have a better suspension, though. And BMW typically gives very conservative power estimates, so you might be closer to his claimed power output than you think.

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>really hot day here in SoCal
>driving my father's e46
>went shopping
>leave parking lot on go on the road
>begin accelerating
>hear loud noise coming the there front left wheel or engine bay (maybe?)
>car begins slowing down
>see car behind me closing in on me fast
>panic and stomp on gas pedal
>car is slowly gaining speed
>still hear the noise
>light turns red
>place foot on brake pedal
>it felt like it's vibrating
>make a complete stop
>noise goes away and pedal stops vibrating
>everything back to normal during the drive home

The noise has happened a few times, but this is the first time that it also applied braking

Should I panic? Since I still have to drive the car for 4 more days.

>>15897525
DSC tweaking out?

>>15897525
Dash lights come on and off?

>>15897650
I don't know if my car has DSC

>>15897676
Nothing turns on, I thought my ABS light wasn't working, so I disconnected it and reconnected it see it it works at all, and it does work.

There is one light on the dash that has been on for about a year, and it's the brake pad sensor.

But my father told me he recently took it to a mechanic to change the brake pads.

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Alright, going to flush trans and diff on my M3. Pretty sure Red Line D4 is a popular choice, but what about for the diff? There are so many choices under 75w90, which is the right one?

https://www.amazon.com/s/?keywords=red+line+75w90

Hey guys quick question, so my e36 makes squeaking kind of noises when driving, sounds like its coming somewhere from the rear. I'm thinking it could be the shock mounts. I've had Turner mounts installed, but otherwise car is pretty much stock. Could it be that they're too stiff and so causing the noise?

>>15897525
>>15897650
>>15897676
The brake caliper is probably loose, possibly because the last time it was removed one of the pins wasn't put back in. It'll flip out and scrape the inside of the wheel. My guess.

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My beloved sedan

Anyone else get heat soak sitting in traffic?

>>15886069
Yeah lots. Research INPA so you can read and clear your error codes. Get the INPA cable from the ebay. Then start doing basic maintenance (oil changes) etc, watch youtube videos.

www youtube com/user/nathan780409

this is for e46 and e39 mainly, but it's not exactly the basics. This guy is good to (E46).

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCml-eeSLJZ38Q5_sUnUXrZw

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Would I be better off paying for a E46 M3 rather than a E36 M3?

I'm not sure if I'm willing to shell out 20k for a E46.

Which is more reliable?

>>15901210
Well with e36 it seems most issues come from lack of regular maintenance.

You can get a decent e46 M3 in my area for $15-16k. Decent e36 M3 for 10-12k.

If you like e36 design better but are worried about chasing numbers, S52 loves FI. Stock it will still throw you back in the seat regardless.

But if you want reliability, stay NA.

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Okay, 100th time trying to post...

>>15898465
Shop forgot a bolt when doing the brakes on my old M3. A week later, just having put new tyres on it that morning, I'm leaving college and go over a speedbump.

Suddenly, my car jolts to a stop. Won't accelerate, I have no clue what is going wrong. Campus police are stumped too, my car is stopped in the middle of the road and won't budge. Shortly before the tow gets there, I see the caliper off keel jammed into the wheel. Dragged onto the flatbed.

At least they replaced the caliper etc for free, but I've been weary of shops since, even though that place was my usual spot, friendly guys and all.

>>15900221
Nope.

>>15901246
I much prefer the E36 styling. Looks much better.
I wanted to do some tuning, but I don't think any FI.
I live in SoCal so I see some go for 8 to 12k.

>>15871113
le original ebin meme

>>15889500
non-m
>e30 at top
>agreed

Is there anything one can do to a 2.7 M20 other than a cam and head swap and/or boost?

>>15901210
A E46 is a good $20k car

A E36 is a good $10-12k car.

>>15898212
Could be anything. Hit the rear shock mounts with silicone spray lube and see if the noise goes away. If it does you found your culprit. If it doesn't, move onto the bottom shock bushing. When's the last time you did your trailing arm bushings?

>>15889466
>M3

E30 > E36 > E46 > E92 > F80

>Non-M

E30 > E92 > F80 > E46 > E36

>>15890978
How does the S2K compare to the E36 M3? As a person who considered both then went for the M3 with the logic that the extra money I'll save I'll spend fixing up the M3.

>>15902125
>How does the S2K compare to the E36 M3?
My S2000 isn't stock like the M3, but I have driven a stock one. The M3 has mid range that the S2000 lacks, so it feels faster in a straight line. I prefer the S2000's handling though. Turn-in is sharper, steering feel is better, transitions are good with both, just different, the M3 transfers weight slower. The M3 is more predictable and is more stable at the limit, the S2000 is more on edge and abrupt, I don't think it's the tires. Both will spin on you if you let off. The E36 M3 has a great chassis but it is let down by the crap engine. You can make almost as much power as a euro M3 if you spend $2,000 on cams, tuning, etc, you're better off with a supercharger or turbo though. Heck you're better off with an LS1 than a US market S52.

I originally planned to turbo the M3 but instead I kept it stock, cleaned it up and fixed the vanos, that's it. I'll sell it and buy an E30 sedan some day to turbo.

>>15901872
No. And it has to be a head swap and boost not boost with no head swap. I guess you could do it, but it would be stupid.

>>15902125
Trailing arm bushes were done at the same time. And they are probably the culprit.

I'm fucking stupid, I just went to the Turner website to see which ones I bought, and "Delrin is a near solid bushing that does not absorb or dampen vibration or impact harshness. Therefore, we only recommend these for track-spec cars or street cars and drivers with more tolerance for noise, vibration, and harshness."

So I'm pretty sure that's the issue right there. Thanks for the help!

Hey anons, what are your thoughts about e60 m54 with 231HP? I have a very weird proposition on one, it supposed to be around 25k km since 2004 (!) And by the looks of it, the mileage seems authentic. Also it is minimalistic as fuck, manual, cloth seats, no parking sensors or climate control, just simple ac

>>15904128
what is the price?

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Amidoingitright?

>>15904266
>those badges

I heard that the white parts turn yellow, I've even seen an E90 with those badges that turned yellow.


Yellow

>>15903970
Well just spray them down with lube and see if they quiet down. Give them a day of driving and spray them every so often to work in. If not it might be your RTABs. Meyle HD rubber shock mounts are only $10 each.

Okay I'm officially convinced my thermostat is stuck open. While I'm into it what else should I do, besides water pump?

120,000km (74500 miles) Z3 w/ 2.8

>>15904155
11 eurogrand. I cant check the history prior to 2015, but the condition seems to be extremely mint. Dunno what to do

>>15904828
I wouldn't
11k for a base model pre facelift e60 seems high despite the supposedly low mileage
11k euros gets you a fully loaded facelift 530d or 535d

>>15904828
also mind posting the advert if possible?

Theoretically, what would happen is you put one quart of engine oil in the coolant tank of an E92?

Asking for a friend.

>>15905101
it will tell you nothing, because baltia and it's in latvian kek. The text was very basic and I learned everything in person.

>>15906575
I found a manual 530i sedan with cloth seats for 6.6k in Estonia, probably not the car you mean?

>>15906615
nah, latvia is my place

>>15904279
>Yellow
How does even happen, sounds like anecdotal evidence, plus these are pretty cheap to replace

Is the N54 used in IS models an unreliable shitheap like the pre-N55 N54s?

how the fuck do people get s52 engines for cheap

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118d, little to no equipment. But I love it so much.

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>>15858227
Fellow iXer here, Ive been through 3 or so now including a full build from scratch, stoker, turbo, the werks. If its your first e30 for the love of all gods chariots find a shitty one with minimal rust for less than 3k. Fix it up then sell. Their prices are slowly going up. Then once you're completely familiar with them, and wont wrap one around a tree at first snowfall, then go out and find a minty one to mod. Nice sorted ones normally go for between 6-8k.
Pic related is my current daily.

>>15909586
Because You can get a beat e36 m3 for like 2.5k

>>15909861
>diesel coupe anything
Fucking disgusting.

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Everyone knows Mercedes is shit, but why is BMW better than Audi?

>>15909908
its just a volkswagen with 4WD

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side shot

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Why couldn't they make Style 41 wheels a bit bigger?
>>15909908
RWD, I6

>>15909908
The reliability and build quality of Audi's are absolutely terrible. They also have a hard-on for FWD.

Well I just went with my friend on a truck trail in the mountains in his Kia Soul in the middle of the night, it was a trip. My car wouldn't make it past the first 100 feet once it got into the forest bit.

>>15909935
>>15909897
Wow, these are really nice photos. Nice badge delete and blackened front, it gives it a mean look like classic muscle car but compact.

But what colour is it?

>>15909861
What are they like?

>>15909586
Buying crashed E36 M3s off copart and parting them out

>>15909908
Its just a expensive VW

>>15909586
Why do you want an S52? Swapping a car? The S52 is a poor choice, it's heavier than an M50 and doesn't make power easily, you'll struggle to get 280bhp out of it NA, and an M50 is a better engine for boost.

>>15909907
Why bother to buy a petrol driven car when usually travelling long distances?

>>15911301
Why bother buying a coupe when tourings are so much more comfortable for travelling long distances? Also, LPG.

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Hellrot is life

>>15909861

I'm looking into getting either a 135i or a 125i coupe depending on condition after xmas.

I'm interested in getting a BMW, something around $5k or so just to put around in.

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>>15911411
Sick e36 senpai...this is my 1996 328i thoughts on the height?

>>15912471
dat stans doe boi

>>15912496
Can't fit my hand in at the very top of the tire kek

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Bump. Couldn't find it.

>tfw '92 E30 convertible shell that is partially parted out, no time to part it out completely
>tfw I'm going to have to scrap it because I can't find a buyer
I hate scrapping cars that aren't rusted to shit. My only consolation is that it's a vert

>>15909908
When I was a senior in Highschool, I had an Autoshop teacher who told our class that if you combine the worst aspects of BMWs and Mercedes, you get an Audi.

This was like 6 years ago, and he might of been a bit biased since he used to work a BMW Dealership as a mechanic.

>>15907157
It might vary from person to person.
I've seen some of those badges that were yellowed IRL.

I was also planning on getting them, but from the reviews I read, the yellowing seems to random.
For some people it never becomes yellow, and for others it came yellow straight out of the box.

>>15913720
I don't see how that works out. What are the bad things about Mercedes?
>expensive parts
>overcomplicated and unreliable because of it

What are the bad things about BMW?
>expensive parts
>overcomplicated and unreliable because of it

Audis are like taking the worst bits of Mercedes and the worst bits of Mitsubishi and combining them.

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E30 bros, how good are they? I want a lightweight project car with a straight 6 and I'm debating between one and a 240z.

>>15914387
>lightweight project car with a straight 6 and I'm debating between one and a 240z.
Well...a 240Z doesn't have a straight 6 so that narrows that down. In b4 RB26 swap, sure, put 600lbs of engine in the front of a car that came with a 400lb engine, good idea.

There really aren't any light straight 6 cars other than the E30 aside from an old dodge dart or something.

>>15911853


>mfw il never be order a base-ass 128i ever.

>>15909908
>Audis are like taking the worst bits of Mercedes and the worst bits of Mitsubishi and combining them.
>>15910340
>>15910561
>>15913720
What's funny is in Germany Audi is considered the best car, with Mercedes being pleb-tier and BMW considered the car for untermenschen

>>15914387
You can't go wrong with E30.

>>15914387
my favorite car. I love the m20, and they're easy as fuck to work on with a little bit of knowledge. anything you want to do or learn and it's online (except maybe e30tech forum rip). I'm going to be refreshing my engine and building it up for track/autox. hoping to get some nice wheels for my sticky tires

Why shouldn't I get an E46 M3?

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vid.me/240z

Got some RP Synchromax and some 75W140. Hopefully it all actually does something.

>>15915575
Why should you?

>>15915950

They look nice.

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Hey guys, I might be buying a Silver-Gray 2004 E46 ZHP Sedan with 180,000km from a local BMW dealership.

What should I be worried about because this is my third E46 330i.

>>15914812
some germans don`t know shit about cars then

>>15916350
Why not a e90?

>>15914812
The rest of the world considers Audi to be the most pleb tier. Mercedes is probably at #1 with BMW in the close second (for sales and popularity). Probably not what everyone wants to hear but it's pretty true.

If you buy an Audi here, you'll just get shit on for the reliability, the boring design and the "why didn't you get a Mercedes or BMW" question.

>>15918398
By #1 I mean in popularity, not in being pleb.

>>15917045
*an

>>15916050
Well if that's what makes you want one then get it.

>>15901183
Cool, thanks much

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Got my new steering rack in the mail.

Off a 2002 Z3 2.5i with 29k miles. Ran me $210 shipped. It's going into my E36 M3, difference being a 2.7 LTL Linear Rate from the Z3s vs 3.2 LTL Progressive Rate on the E36s and Z3Ms. Has the right part number

>>15917045
bc not enough dosh for a E90, also I don't trust the N52 or the Jihadi Brand Turbos on the N54

>>15913737
Lol don't know if these are the same ones but

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>>15913737
Forgot pic, but yeah I see it can be very bad

>>15909861
Aren't you that dude who made a thread about your shitty diesel the other day

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Well I need a lift to get these transmission bolts off. Guess that's off the DIY list.

Also, what am I looking at here?

>>15923093
E-10 Torx Bolts.

Probably holding oil pan onto trans or transmission case together.

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Was seriously considering an E36 M3 sedan, think y'all convinced me otherwise, looking for a solid do it all car that's totally normal M-F, good for long trips, but can put a smile on my face on the weekend autox/HPDE.

I'm seriously tempted by an E34 M5, every once in awhile one pops up for ~$10k needing list of parts with a $5k shop bill attached that I can't imagine takes more than a weekend or two and about $2k.

>tfw m5 wagons auction for $50k

>>15923105
I was referring to the crusty buildup on the transmission. Like hell am I going to disassemble it haha.

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>>15923225
>pops up for ~$10k needing list of parts with a $5k shop bill attached that I can't imagine takes more than a weekend or two and about $2k.

Aww, you're cute.

>>15923245
Get a rag and check. If its red/black and smells like ATF its coming from the overflow on top of the transmission (assuming its a ZF 5 speed) or shift selector seal (where the small linkage rod). If its not its probably your valve cover gaskets.

>>15923225
I just bitched at you for wanting to get a E36 M3

A E34 M5 is a even worse idea. The parts on all these cars are cheap (except for ///M-specific parts which a M5 has WAY WAY MORE of than a E36 M3). Its the time that kills you, you have to put a $$ value on your time working on a car. Its why the difference between a $6k one and a $12k one is $1-2000 in parts and $3000+ in labor/time. And on top of that you want to drive a 20-25 year old car in the winter exposing it to even more salt/rust? Fuck no. It'll get ruined.

That's why you don't buy one without a second shitbox you can putt around in when your car's on jackstands for a few days.

>a solid do it all car

You take that money, put it on a downpayment for a pre-owned FRS/BRZ or a Fiesta ST, or you suck it up and get a $1000 shitbox and a project. Or you take your parents car/public transit/bicycle when it breaks.

>>15923298
>Aww, you're cute.

>Implying that replacing dampers is more than a 2 hour job and $800 in parts and the shop charging $2k for it isn't a ripoff.

I mean, I know I'm hopelessly optimistic but I don't think I'm that stupid. Not trying to handwave away an engine rebuild, it's stuff like bushings and fluid flushes and replacement parts here and there.

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>>15923335
>I just bitched at you for wanting to get a E36 M3

Actually not that guy at all

>no snow here
>already own an FR-S

Appreciate the thoughts though.

>>15923362
A lot of seemingly regular parts for the early M5s are stupid expensive for the car, even without a proper shop. But, yeah, of course, bushings, fluids and shit is fine.
The only thing that's worse in parts are the earlier BMW AWD models.

So how bad does paint yellow on Alpine White? Buying a 335i within a year and a good half of them are white

>>15923375
Oh okay then, go for it bro. Just watch for rust anyways (rockers/doors, especially doors from the inside out). What makes M5s expensive IIRC is their valve adjustments and self-levelling hydraulic rear suspensions. And of course like every 10+ year old BMW anything involving rubber/plastic (which it'll have a ton of).

E36 M3s are pretty damn good, but you'll find it very similar to your FRS.

http://www.m5board.com/vbulletin/e34-m5-discussion/121817-e34-m5-frequently-asked-questions-faq.html

I'm Gona be buying a 1997 318is this Friday from a family friend for $1000 it's in great condition runs great all it needs is shock absorbers is it a good deal and is it a good car?

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You're at a car meet when this guy kicks your tires and says that you should of bought a toyota.

What do?

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>>15925353
>should of

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>>15925353
Laugh at his FF and rip a hektic skid

Is turbocharging an m20 worth it or is it best to just swap engines from the beginning?

Any good suggestions for aftermarket headlights? Bought my 2004 325xi with some cheap, shitty headlights installed, and they're straight ass. Look isn't as important as function.

>>15925710
yes if you are very resourceful and can diy just about anything. the sound and power and simplicity of the engine is a good fit for turbos. sure you can buy a bolt on turbo kit for $2-3k but that shits expensive. $1-1.5k can get you a partially ebay kit with a legit turbo and you might be able to squeeze in a megasquirt, but probably cheaper to do a manual boost controller, wideband, fmu etc ghetto way. I personally fell in love with the idea of turboing my e30 after looking into the kamotors guy on youtube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z9AqBIrOPdY

If I was going to engine swap my e30 I feel like I wouldn't like anything less than an s52, m60, 1uz, 2jz etc. Super fucking expensive. M50 is okay but everyone says go m52b28 which I think I could settle for. Not sure how the wiring goes and how complicated it gets, but both turbo and m50/m52 swaps are well documented.

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I've been having this dilemma lately, on what BMW I want next. I feel like I had made my mind on an E46 M3 but the E92 M3's have gone down in price lately. Plus, the E92 M3 has been a car I've wanted since they first came out. I've just wanted to sell my meme machine that I drive now and buy a proper sports car. What do you guys think?

reminder that having a constantly running bmw general isn't necessarily a good idea, can easily run out of things to say and the thread autosages

>>15926203
So all these questions people ask should be their own threads that prune other threads or should just not be asked at all? Makes sense.

>>15926100
It took me a while to come around to the e92, but I now think it looks better than the e46, which was what originally got me into M3. Now I find the e46 second to bottom to the f3x in looks.

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I picked up this sexy beast today. Am I official now?

>>15862531
What year CBR?

>>15926521
You never answer my questions anyways

>>15926610
Pics and what engine

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I replaced the headlamp washer cover yesterday and saw this today. Fucking hell.

>>15927938
Did someone tear it off or did you not attach it right

I'm want to get a BMW that's a coupe and manual.

I'm thinking about getting the older BMW(late 1990s/early 2000s), should I get a 3 series or 5 series?

>>15929639
If you value sportiness get a 3 series, if luxury then a 5

>>15925710
Yes. M20s are strong engines and very well suited for boost. Don't fall for the M50 meme, an M50 is heavier than a turbo M20 and unless you're going for stupid turbo power there is no benefit to the M50 vs the M20 if both are boosted.

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Swapping the rack in my '97 E36 M3 w/136k miles and changing out the leaky hoses, what else am I missing? I'm gonna keep the original high pressure PS line since it seems fine, but the ones going to/from the reservoir are leaking.

>>15930438
What was wrong with it?

>>15929639
If you want classy get an E34. You rarely see nice ones around.

>>15926829
If you can't find an answer here then make a thread for more attention. It is the most logical procedure. Or better yet, go to Bimmerforums and you'll have 10 answers in a day.

>>15926610
How is the interior on those?

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>>15929639
DECENTLY clean example...

>>15931366
Picked up a Z3 rack >>15920985 and already have new tierod assemblies and boots.

Also have the low pressure hoses leaking (to/from reservoir, normal for E36s from the crimps they used). Just wondering what else should I pick up now before I'm running to the dealer and paying 5X what it usually costs.

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>>15927938
I never understood why a higher end vehicle would have something so utilitarian on it that detracts from the design. Who really needs to clean their headlamps so badly on the go?

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>>15931410
I'm assuming that makes it more precise being linear? But what does the number being lower mean? Less turns to lock?

Why did you choose this over other options?

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>>15931472
Less turns to lock + very slightly more effort to turn + better feel due to being linear (turns the same at every point while turning the wheel).

Only other options would be the 330i ZHP rack, which is a tiny bit quicker but the Z3 rack has a small amount less of a "overboosted" feel

>>15905700
why are you maintaining your bmw in the same way I maintained my field truck

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Bye bye BMW thread.