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    `89 325is S52 swapped

    Hey guys, most of you probably saw this car up for sale a few weeks ago. Well something new has come up and I need to part with it already. I had big plans for this little beast (full suspension, Massive Lee Brakes up front, wheels/tires, etc.) but someone else will have to take my place on this!

    This car is super clean inside and out with very little wear, thus the reason I purchased it. The previous owner really went to town with taking care of the car and purchased lots of quality parts such as a brand new Evo II steering wheel, OE floor mats, OE clutch kit, ZHP shift knob with new leather boot, keyless entry, had A/C installed properly, replaced all fluids/filters/gaskets/maintenance items and various other things.

    In the short time I've owned it I have replaced the radiator, expansion tank, wipers, changed the oil, fixed an exhaust leak and a few other odds and ends and gave it a thorough detail (I own a detailing business).

    As many of you know the `89 325is was a highly desirable year with plastic bumpers, US ellipsoids, no airbag and so on and this is a prime example. The chassis currently has 164k miles and 111k on the engine. The underside is perfectly dry with no drips or leaks, engine pulls nice and strong and averages low 20's mpg with a slightly heavy right foot ;)

    Ok so the swap specs:

    -`96 S52 converted to OBDI
    -E36 M3 ZF 5-speed manual
    -E36 M3 steering rack
    -3.25 LSD
    -540/Euro HFM with 24lb. injectors and Turner chip
    -UUC short shift
    -Lower temp t-stat with a Spal puller fan
    -E30 M3 firewall cover
    -E36 M3 driveshaft
    -New exhaust (2.5) with new Magnaflow cat

    This car is ready to go for anyone however it has not passed smog yet. If you don't live in CA, no big deal but if you do I was going to run the S50 chip/maf/injectors to have it pass which it should be no issue. I also have 4x100 16x8.5 Kosei K1's (very hard to find) arriving tomorrow if you would be interested in purchasing them with the car.

    I haven't even had time to take pictures but Nick the previous owner did a good job of representing the vehicle: http://picasaweb.google.com/nschoch/E30S52

    Visually the car looks about the same, except I clayed/waxed the exterior, shampooed the interior, clean and conditioned the leather and used some touch up paint for the spots he points out with the exterior.

    I'm asking $8250 and you can either PM me or reach me on my cell at (858 ) 405-7455. Serious inquiries only please, last time I sold a swapped car I spent an enormous amount of time dealing with people who wanted tips for a swap and no intent on buying the car! Thanks.
    Past: 1991 330is; 1995 318ti; 1993 325is; 1997 318ti; 1989 332is; 1999 Z3 M Coupe

    #2
    good deal. If i could sell my bike id prolly pull the trigger on this one.

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      #3
      Originally posted by windnsea00 View Post
      Serious inquiries only please, last time I sold a swapped car I spent an enormous amount of time dealing with people who wanted tips for a swap and no intent on buying the car! Thanks.
      free bump for being a fellow seller of a swap car and having to deal with this nonsense also.

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        #4
        So you bought it without it being smogged? That is my biggest concern with a swapped car is getting it to pass inspection and smog.

        Bump for a nice car.

        Tim


        1987 E30 cabrio | Bumper swap | H&R Sport | Koni Yellow | Eibach Sways | BavAuto strut bar | Cardinal seats
        MTech2 wheel | Husco Armrest | Smoked Hella Smileys | 5k HID | Stromung | RS003
        | Shadowline | Amber Fogs | Too much else to list



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          #5
          Bump for sweet sleeper of a car. You could do it up too, but I kind of like the fact that it looks totally stock, even the muffler looks like a Midas $49 special!

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            #6
            Originally posted by VacMan View Post
            So you bought it without it being smogged? That is my biggest concern with a swapped car is getting it to pass inspection and smog.

            Bump for a nice car.

            Tim
            I did buy it w/o the smog since I was just going to do it myself by using S50 parts and the previous owner needed to sell it quickly. The smog should be no issue as a handful of people have passed OBDI M52/S52's with fresh cats (like this one) in so.cal using stock parts.
            Past: 1991 330is; 1995 318ti; 1993 325is; 1997 318ti; 1989 332is; 1999 Z3 M Coupe

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              #7
              Originally posted by CorvallisBMW View Post
              Bump for sweet sleeper of a car. You could do it up too, but I kind of like the fact that it looks totally stock, even the muffler looks like a Midas $49 special!
              The sleeper look is fun and the muffler is actually great. It has a slightly deep tone around town (not loud by any means) and then a great high end scream, very similar to an E36 M3 muffler.
              Past: 1991 330is; 1995 318ti; 1993 325is; 1997 318ti; 1989 332is; 1999 Z3 M Coupe

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                #8
                Sent you a PM. Serious inquiry.

                -Dan
                The Red Dragon V.5 1991 318iS / 2013 F800GT

                "You gotta fix the nut behind the wheel before you fix the bolts on the car"

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                  #9
                  Bump for a great seller. I just got off the phone with him, and it's the real deal. It's a sick car, and someone better buy this!!
                  The Red Dragon V.5 1991 318iS / 2013 F800GT

                  "You gotta fix the nut behind the wheel before you fix the bolts on the car"

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                    #10
                    Sounds like a good deal to me, good luck with the sale!
                    BimmerHeads
                    Classic BMW Specialists
                    Santa Clarita, CA

                    www.BimmerHeads.com

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                      #11
                      Originally posted by MR 325 View Post
                      Sounds like a good deal to me, good luck with the sale!
                      No kidding. If I had the money I would buy it!

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                        #12
                        Hell of a deal.


                        -Brandon

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                          #13
                          Sold!
                          Past: 1991 330is; 1995 318ti; 1993 325is; 1997 318ti; 1989 332is; 1999 Z3 M Coupe

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                            #14
                            Hey Tyler, I think one of my coworkers spotted you driving that car. He thought it was Ben, but since Ben never drives his, it had to have been you. I think he said it was on 5 north in Oceanside? Something like that. Anywho...glad you got her sold. Good luck with the new car. :)
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                              #15
                              Originally posted by kellie View Post
                              Hey Tyler, I think one of my coworkers spotted you driving that car. He thought it was Ben, but since Ben never drives his, it had to have been you. I think he said it was on 5 north in Oceanside? Something like that. Anywho...glad you got her sold. Good luck with the new car. :)
                              Hey, the last time I had the E30 going thru North County was sometime mid last week. Thanks.
                              Past: 1991 330is; 1995 318ti; 1993 325is; 1997 318ti; 1989 332is; 1999 Z3 M Coupe

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