Introduction:
This E30 was origionally a 325i with automatic transmission with a build date of 2/1991.
I bought this E30 in 2011, already M30 swapped, but since then a lot has been done which is listed below.
Odometer is at 141k but the engine has less than ~10K miles on it.
Almost everything on this car has been replaced or upgraded recently.(see dates below next to items)
I have documentation on the engine rebuild and almost all the work noted below.
The E30 is currently my daily driver since December 2011. It has been perfectly reliable and never let me down.
I'm located in Abingdon, Maryland, zip code 21009
Everything below was done in fall 2011 - winter 2012 unless otherwise noted.
Engine:
M30B35 rebuilt by VAC Motorsports in late 2011
FunkMasta "position 2.5" engine mount arms, painted
AKG polyurethane engine mounts
E32 ECU and E32 harness/wiring from 1991 735i
Miller WAR Chip with MAF system
Tuned on dyno at VAC
24 Lb injectors - cleaned, new screens, and new seals
New Alternator
All new belts
New Spark Plugs (OEM Bosch)
New Distributor Cap
New Ignition Rotor
New Ignition Wire Set
Engine Rebuild/Upgrade:
Bottom End:
10:1 compression, 1mm overbore CP forged pistons
Rod Bearings Set
Main Bearing Set
Main Bearing Cap Bolt Set
Connecting Rod Bolt and Nut
Crankcase Gasket Set
New Oil Pump
New Chain, Tensioner, and Spring
Top End:
Schrick Camshaft - 284/280 Degree
VAC M30 Adjustable Cam Gear
New Rocker Arms
New Rocker Arm Shafts
VAC Rocker Arm Shaft Locks / Collars
Head Gasket Set
Cooling system:
SPAL fan with Miller ECU Harness - This is a variable speed fan that is controlled via the ECU; behavior can be programmed via Miller War chip.
E28 535i radiator - previous owner replaced in 2010
New Waterpump
New 80 degree thermostat and gasket
New temp sensor
New hoses
BMW OE coolant
Exhaust:
OE E24 (B35) exhaust manifolds
Custom midsection - catless
OE E30 late 325i muffler
Transmission:
Getrag 260/6 from 535i - shifts great, even in the coldest of winter
SPEC Stage 2 clutch - previous owner installed in 2009, still in good condition
E28 535i Flywheel - resurfaced
New clutch release bearing
AKG polyurethane transmission mounts
New clutch master cylinder
New clutch slave cylinder
New stainless steel clutch line
New shifter bushings
Other Drivetrain:
2.93 Limited Slip Differential (The LSD functionality still works great)
Driveshaft with new U joints and new center supper bearing
New guibo (flex disc)
Suspension and Bushings:
Vogtland springs 225F/360R - previous owner installed in 2010-2011
Bilstein sport shocks - previous owner installed in 2010-2011
New tie rods - previous owner replaced in 2010-2011
New control arms - previous owner replaced in 2010-2011
New e30m3 offset control arm bushings - previous owner replaced in 2010-2011
New front swaybar links
New rear subframe bushings
New rear trailing arm bushings
New differential bushing
Wheels:
Genuine 4x100 15x7 OZ Hartge wheels (these wheels are relatively rare in 4 lug)
All 4 locking lug covers with locking tool
Great condition with no scratches or curb rash.
Tires:
Yokohama S.Drive 205/55/15
These tires were bought new and put on in fall 2011; they have little wear on them, still great tread depth.
Brakes: - previous owner 2010-2011
Stainless steel brakelines, DOT approved, coated, from blunttech
New Balo coated rotors
Axxis/PBR/Reppco Ultimate brake pads
New brake fluid DOT4 Pennzoil Ultimate
Air conditioning:
Blows cold
R134a conversion
Replaced expansion valve (TXV)
Replaced all seals with green viton
Interior dyed red (Karmesinrot) : - previous owner 2010-2011
iS sport seats and rear seats dyed
Door cards and rear side cards/panels dyed
Rear speaker shelf dyed
Carpeting dyed
center console, kick panel, and glovebox dyed
Body/exterior condition:
This car is completely rust free. As you probably know this is very hard to find in many parts of the country, especially the northeast. The reason for this is probably the fact that this E30 spent the most of it's life in Kansas, Texas, and North Carolina. It was only brought to the northeast a few years ago in 2010.(you can see this history on the carfax I have included) It has been garage kept for the time i've owned it.
This car does have 2 cosmetic imperfections but they are both relatively minor and on removable/replacable panels. The front valence has 2 small bends, and the divers door has a dent on the top middle that is difficult to even see unless your looking at the right angle with the light on it. These imperfections were both on the car when I got it. I was told the damage on the driver door was from vandalism.
This car has a clean title, has never been in an accident, and has all origional, VIN matching body panels.
The paint is faded in some areas and has a few bad spots but that can be improved a lot by a good detailing.
Other:
Comes with 2 keys and 2 remote entry modules
Front subframe reinforcements
US ellipsoid headlights
Euro spec grills
Euro spec bumper trim
iS lip
E30 M3 engine bay wiring cover
New Luisi leather steering wheel with functional horn
Illuminated one piece shift nob/boot
13 button OBC with new LED lightbar
Premium speakers - OE wiring with OE amp bypass - JVC KD-HDR60
Keyless entry - OMEGA REC-43T with relais module DLR-U
Door locks reassembled, lubricated, replaced driverside assembly - previous owner 2010-2011
Dash redyed black for UV protection and crack prevention - previous owner 2010-2011
seats rebuilt, tracks treated and painted, and new gas springs - previous owner 2010-2011
new door seals - previous owner 2010-2011
Custom set of Coco Mats - Black and White Dot Pattern
Full trunk tool kit and jack in great condition
Since this e30 is a 1991 that means there is no trunk tar - that means around 50lbs less weight.
Total weight is 2615 lbs.
The car has one fog light and an OEM fog light delete plate on the other side; I have the other delete plate I can include if you want.
Manual steering - power steering system still in place for you to easily go back to power steering if you want.
In terms of acceleration, for comparison, this E30 is closest to an S52 swapped E30 that hasn't been significantly upgraded over stock. It did dyno slightly higher than a stock S52 M3 on the same dyno at VAC. And keep in mind you could easily make it significantly faster by swapping the 2.93 diff to a higher ratio one if you want.
Overall, with this E30 you get around the power of an S52 with the period-correct, more unique M30 engine, that was made at the same time as the E30 and the simplicity and reliability of the M30 engine design.
Price: $11,000
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