It is confirmed, going to look at that masterpiece tomorrow. First E30 here I come!
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First things first, it's "E30"
Otherwise, it's a good start. Needs moar 5 speed though, the swap won't be too hard'84 Alpine 325e (Gone)
'91 Alpine 318i (Gone) Click Here
'92 Alpine 325i Cabrio (Gone) Click Here
'91 Alpine 318is
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Originally posted by shameson View PostFirst things first, it's "E30"
Otherwise, it's a good start. Needs moar 5 speed though, the swap won't be too hard
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Let me offer a quick word of wisdom. Do not get your heart set on a specific car before looking at it in person (too late?) and determining what it needs and the cost. You'll either end up (1) paying too much, (2) buying a shitbox, (3) settling for something you won't be happy with long term.
So... If I were you, I'd hold out for a manual transmission, the automatic will be a disappointment. Hold out for one that is a color you like, personally I love Bronzit (mine is). If you want a 2 door, wait for one. These are things that are either impossible, impractical or expensive to change later on.
Once you find one that fits the bill, make sure you have it inspected to fully understand what you're getting into. I've had enough bimmers (and e30's) in the past to have a pretty good idea what's up with it in a quick drive around the neighborhood. Sounds like you don't have that expertise yet, so take it to a mechanic.
From there, you can make an educated decision on the right car that you'll be happy with for the next X number of years, otherwise you'll end up just wanting to replace it sooner than later.
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Originally posted by GatoEnFuego View PostOnce you find one that fits the bill, make sure you have it inspected to fully understand what you're getting into. I've had enough bimmers (and e30's) in the past to have a pretty good idea what's up with it in a quick drive around the neighborhood. Sounds like you don't have that expertise yet, so take it to a mechanic.
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^^I agree with Gato
Except if you find the right car (color, coupe/sedan, condition..etc.) and it's an auto, don't let that be a deal breaker. You can get a getrag 240/260 from a parts car or some guys here sell the swap complete. There's also people in your area that could help you. It's a good community'84 Alpine 325e (Gone)
'91 Alpine 318i (Gone) Click Here
'92 Alpine 325i Cabrio (Gone) Click Here
'91 Alpine 318is
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Originally posted by shameson View PostExcept if you find the right car (color, coupe/sedan, condition..etc.) and it's an auto, don't let that be a deal breaker. You can get a getrag 240/260 from a parts car or some guys here sell the swap complete. There's also people in your area that could help you. It's a good community
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I'll do some digging and see what I can find out. I mean the colors not bad, it fits the car. And I like the sedans. More space and would be a fun car to have some buddies in apposed to a coupe. But I'll check and see what's around, go look in some junk yards and also check with my local mechanics to see what the price would be for a swap...
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