Owner claims it's a 325i, but VIN says 325is?

[Ryann]

i though that's how bmw label their coupe and sedan.

The e30 m42 cars are badged this way, Vang. i=4D, is=2D. So you're not completely wrong.

[mkcman17]

all shit aside, i think it's pretty obvious that minus mtech wheel, wing, 13 obc and speakers OP's possible car is likely not an 'is.' yeah there's an off chance it was purchased without common 'options,' but probably not. i'm pretty sure most late model b25 cars carry an 'i/is' door tag on them.

[nando]

In all seriousness, why does it matter?

it doesn't. unless you care about a lip spoiler that is probably missing anyway, suspension that sits like a 4x4 and is completely worn out, 14" wheels that you can't get good performance tires for anymore, leather sport seats that probably are broken and have huge cracks in the leather, a worn out LSD, and a badge with an "S" on it.

[TwoJ's]

Late models came with clear coat. Early models were single stage.

That's not true...

[Tino-m30b35]

I'm referring to the US cars :) the SA cars are awesome!

note the ;) smiley :)

Nice opels you have, I used to have a 200ts when I lived in Joburg

tS's are very nice cars, but to find one in good nick; nigh on impossible.

[Wh33lhop]

I bought my 325is in 1988 and still own it. Came with 373lsd, leather seats, 13obc, sport suspension, BBS wheels, premium stereo, map mirror, tinted windows, power sun roof, power door locks, rear defrost window, trunk lip, power mirrors, electric antenna, double trunk lights, etc. Paid $32,000.00 This car has 535k miles on original motor, starter, and 5 speed manual tranny with original clutch and rear wheel bearings. I'm on my third set of brake pads.

Well, fuck.

Not really relevant to this thread, but I am impressed. Original clutch? You must drive it niiice.

[mrsleeve]

No, that is not correct.

All paints with the word "Metallic" in the name were base/clear, ALL other colors were single stage...including Zinno.

yeah thought thats what I said, Metallic's were base clear and flats were using reds and Alpine as examples, were single stage.

[StereoInstaller1]

Only in '91 was LSD not a standard Sport Package option.

All other years, iS = LSD.

[bernzpeed]

Most of what you said is not true. LSD is an option on all E30s. It was never standard. Premium also is not standard on the iS. Neither is the power sunroof. Steering wheel is as are the sport seats, spoiler etc. It is an appearance package and some slightly stiffer shocks. Nothing more.

True. I owned 2 late model IS and both didn't have the LSD and mtech steering wheel. Both had airbag steering wheels.

[5Toes]

In all seriousness, why does it matter?

[kingston]

"i" is 4 door, "is" is 2 door

This is true...on the E36 cars.

[Mercury[BKM]]

...in this thread, knowledge of old BMW crazyness is revealed

[StereoInstaller1]

Flat colors were single stage, basic reds and Alpine Metallic's were base clear

No, that is not correct.

All paints with the word "Metallic" in the name were base/clear, ALL other colors were single stage...including Zinno.

[Nsquared97]

To the OP; What year is the car? Any pics?

[Shangsta]

My 87 coupe say 325i/2

Nice opels you have, I used to have a 200ts when I lived in Joburg