E36 to E30 Interchangeability?

[Threehz]

So I know the steering rack from an E36 can be switched into an E30, but what else?

Or at least what can be swapped and is useful?

Interior wise I've seen the leather E-Brake handle and boot (cover?) switched in and that is something I really want. I could use a new center console as well, but I've never seen the inside of an E36 is it interchangeable?

Also about the steering rack, what all would you take from an E36 for the swap?

Thanks.

Ok was linked to a very disorganized thread, so I'm going to organize everything I find there and in this thread and then we can shoot down what isn't swappable.

E36 to E30 Swappable Parts:
Tail Lights
Grills
Steering Rack
Window Switches
Front Struts and Brakes (5-lug only?)
Front Seats
Radiator
Complete Exhaust
Window Motors (Early only possibly?)
Sunroof Motor (Early only possibly?)
Fuel Pump
Tie Rods (With E36 rack)
Control Arms (96+ for 5-lug swap)
Shock Mounts
Complete AC system
Instrument Needles
Alternator
Center Console
E-Brake Knob
Shift Knob
Shift Lever
M3 Seats
Temp Sensor (Soldered)
///M Oil Cap
Sunroof Switch
Wiper Relay
Tachometer / Econometer Motors
Muffler Bearings

Possibilities List:
Spark Plug Wires
Injectors
Motor
Tranny
Mirror Lenses
ECU
Wiring Harness

That is everything I've summed up so far, will add as new info comes in.

[Balleristic31]

I'm pretty sure nothing from an e36 is useful for an e30. Especially the engines.

[trackjunkie21]

Just buy an e36, they are loads better than an e30.

[Julien]

Just buy an e36, they are loads better than an e30.

[Jafxod]

I think you can use the whole chassis

[Nsquared97]

Bewbs.

Seriously though:

http://www.r3vlimited.com/board/showthread.php?t=118392

[MAXELHOFF]

The e and the 3

[lolcantturn]

The passenger front fender bolts up fine, the drivers side one requires serious modification.

engines definitely don't fit at all so don't even attempt it

rear tail lights bolt straight on fairly easily

grills clip on with a tiny bit of work but you can make it happen

M3 wheels bolt up to a regular E30 just fine, but the regular E36's don't fit at all so it's not worth your time.

[5Toes]

^ yup I just did my e36 grill swap. looks hella good

[Nairb]

Other than the bumpers, headlights and subframe(s), nothing else will swap over.

Although I hear 190e Cosworth door panels and wheel trim is a bolt on. Basically, if you're going to be crossing items over, the Cosworth is a much better transfer than the e36. It's shares a chassis and driveline with the e30.

Good luck!

[trackjunkie21]

Oh, the muffler bearings and headlights fluid are the same P/N between both.

[ACHTUNG]

All the E36 wheels fit on the E30

[Threehz]

Nairb are you saying the bumpers, headlights and subframes WILL swap?

lolcantturn & 5toes, by grill you are talking about the kidneys right?

As for engines, it was definitely stated a few different times in the other thread that engines will fit, I have no desire to swap an E36 engine in but I'd like to make an accurate list.

lolcantturn, when you say M3 wheels will bolt you talking about wheels or steering wheel? Someone said the E36 M3 steering wheel would bolt up.

I took info from the thread Nsquared97 put up and consolidated it in the original post, I'd like to make it as accurate as possible and the possibilities category all cleared up.

Thanks for all the input guys.

bewbs definitely fit in all bimmers for the record, my E30 sure carries a lot.

[lolcantturn]

Yeah the M3 wheels will bolt right up, they look really nice and 17's are a nice modern touch to an E30. Make sure you're lowered a little or else it will look very stupid.

[trackjunkie21]

Don't forget door handles, they give the e30 a more rounded look.