1987 325is Updated Bumpers & M62 V8 Swap

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  • Mr. Wolfe
    E30 Addict
    • Jul 2014
    • 540

    #1

    1987 325is Updated Bumpers & M62 V8 Swap

    Hi all,

    I am contemplating selling my 87 325is with an M62 swap. This has been an ongoing project that is over 90% complete. The entire swap and every is complete and the car is 100% driveable. Most of the work left is cosmetic as I need to finish the lower valences and do some paint work. My plan is to finish the car in the spring unless it sells to someone looking for an almost complete project. The car is Bronzit over Cardinal red although when doing the engine swap, I painted the engine bay in L380 which is a 60's VW turquoise (think VW bus). I was originally planning on spraying the entire car that color, but wish I wouldn't have even bothered. The Bronzit paint is almost perfect everywhere as it was re-sprayed before I took ownership of the car. The car is quite solid inside and out. I need to tidy up the interior and get an alignment.

    The car has M62 V8 out of a 5 series and a 6 speed transmission from an M5. The car is quick. It is on BC coilovers and new Baer BBK. The builder who did the swap has all of the information on the build and all of the parts that were needed. If there is interest in the car, I will get more pictures and more information.

    I have invested a good amount of money into this project and just trying to get most of it back. If you are looking for a nice project that could be an absolute beauty, this may be it. Offered at $22k OBO with the MINT Schmidt TH Lines with Radinox lips or $20.5k with stock 14" basket weave wheels.

    IMG_1489 by Greg Wolfe, on Flickr

    Sorry these engine pics are so dirty. If there is interest, I will most certainly clean up the car and take some better pictures. I am re-painting the engine covers which is why they are sanded down.

    IMG_1488 by Greg Wolfe, on Flickr

    IMG_1487 by Greg Wolfe, on Flickr

    IMG_1469 by Greg Wolfe, on Flickr

    IMG_1466 by Greg Wolfe, on Flickr

    IMG_1465 by Greg Wolfe, on Flickr

    IMG_1464 by Greg Wolfe, on Flickr

    Screen Shot 2022-08-17 at 10.07.55 AM by Greg Wolfe, on Flickr

    Screen Shot 2022-08-17 at 10.07.45 AM by Greg Wolfe, on Flickr

    IMG_1454 by Greg Wolfe, on Flickr

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    Some pictures from building:

    IMG_2972 by Greg Wolfe, on Flickr

    IMG_2971 by Greg Wolfe, on Flickr

    IMG_2925 by Greg Wolfe, on Flickr

    IMG_3294 by Greg Wolfe, on Flickr

    IMG_1635 by Greg Wolfe, on Flickr

    IMG_1634 by Greg Wolfe, on Flickr

    Please let me know if you have any questions and I will do my best to answer them.

    Mr. Wolfe
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  • Mr. Wolfe
    E30 Addict
    • Jul 2014
    • 540

    #2
    Located near Pittsburgh, PA.

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    • It's Soda Not Pop
      E30 Modder
      • Jan 2022
      • 850

      #3
      Very Nice. I thought about buying another E30 and v8 swapping it too. Even though I have the cash my wife would kick my ass right now (redoing the house and such).

      88' Seta 2.7i Zinno

      https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/for...430-my-88-seta

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      • Mr. Wolfe
        E30 Addict
        • Jul 2014
        • 540

        #4
        Originally posted by It's Soda Not Pop
        Very Nice. I thought about buying another E30 and v8 swapping it too. Even though I have the cash my wife would kick my ass right now (redoing the house and such).
        Totally understand! I don't really want to sell the car, but my wife wants to finish paying off the house...

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        • It's Soda Not Pop
          E30 Modder
          • Jan 2022
          • 850

          #5
          Originally posted by Mr. Wolfe

          Totally understand! I don't really want to sell the car, but my wife wants to finish paying off the house...

          Mr. Wolfe
          I always try and keep things that I know that I will just buy again. I get super attached. Wives know how to cut deep lol.

          88' Seta 2.7i Zinno

          https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/for...430-my-88-seta

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          • Mr. Wolfe
            E30 Addict
            • Jul 2014
            • 540

            #6
            Well, I could use the garage space as well. She allows me plenty of cars...

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            • n_shaner
              Noobie
              • Dec 2020
              • 6

              #7
              I'm local to FC and think I have seen the Porsche at golf course. I probably couldn't swing your asking at the moment to be honest but would love to take a look if you have some free time. Feel free to contact me at 724-954-5999

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              • Mr. Wolfe
                E30 Addict
                • Jul 2014
                • 540

                #8
                Originally posted by n_shaner
                I'm local to FC and think I have seen the Porsche at golf course. I probably couldn't swing your asking at the moment to be honest but would love to take a look if you have some free time. Feel free to contact me at 724-954-5999
                That would be me. I am there every Thursday for golf league. You are welcome to take a look at it. I will contact you.

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                • It's Soda Not Pop
                  E30 Modder
                  • Jan 2022
                  • 850

                  #9
                  Had to return. I really like those wheels.

                  88' Seta 2.7i Zinno

                  https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/for...430-my-88-seta

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                  • Mr. Wolfe
                    E30 Addict
                    • Jul 2014
                    • 540

                    #10
                    Originally posted by It's Soda Not Pop
                    Had to return. I really like those wheels.
                    Thanks, me too. This car was my motivation for the white TH Lines and L380 VW paint.

                    Screen Shot 2022-08-23 at 8.48.20 PM by Greg Wolfe, on Flickr

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                    • It's Soda Not Pop
                      E30 Modder
                      • Jan 2022
                      • 850

                      #11
                      Originally posted by Mr. Wolfe

                      Thanks, me too. This car was my motivation for the white TH Lines and L380 VW paint.

                      Screen Shot 2022-08-23 at 8.48.20 PM by Greg Wolfe, on Flickr

                      Mr. Wolfe
                      yeah I love Teal or Tiffany Blue

                      88' Seta 2.7i Zinno

                      https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/for...430-my-88-seta

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                      • sgt13
                        Noobie
                        • Jul 2021
                        • 1

                        #12
                        Sweet build--love the uncluttered engine bay.

                        Like most other M6x swaps, does it have manual brakes?

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                        • Mr. Wolfe
                          E30 Addict
                          • Jul 2014
                          • 540

                          #13
                          Originally posted by sgt13
                          Sweet build--love the uncluttered engine bay.

                          Like most other M6x swaps, does it have manual brakes?
                          Yes, manual brakes.

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                          • Mr. Wolfe
                            E30 Addict
                            • Jul 2014
                            • 540

                            #14
                            Maybe I will just finish the car. Last bump...

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                            • s-thetikz
                              Banned
                              • Oct 2007
                              • 66

                              #15
                              this thing is out of control. great taste

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