Should i sell my e30 for an e28??

[ClayW]

Just what the title says..

i have happened across a e28 535is (87) new paint..ect.. all that is needed is a new driveshaft.. and a new axle...

1. I'm always wary of new paint on a car for sale. Look for signs of rust and/or body filler. You never know what the seller might be trying to hide. Also, don't overlook incomplete trim/accessory re-installation. A lot of cars with fresh paint jobs have missing trim, seals and/or wipers, etc. It's tempting to look past that and think, "I can throw that stuff on." This is a sign of laziness by the seller. If they can't install wipers or trim pieces, what would that tell you about the stuff you can't see?

2. Needs a new driveshaft and axle?! Ask yourself what went wrong that those two parts are in need of replacement. Then realize that you can't take it for a test drive. You have no way of knowing if the clutch, transmission, brakes, suspension and/or differential are toast.

Sounds like someone else's project, which they gave up on for a reason. If that's the case, remember that no one will ever admit to incompetence. They will tell you that they need money, or that they have too many projects, or that their wife is making them allow more room in the driveway. What they won't tell you is that they are such a terrible mechanic that they lack the ability to find a driveshaft and half-shaft and install them.

Just some thoughts from my experience buying older cars. When in doubt, take pictures and post them here or, even better, take a local R3ver with you for an unbiased opinion.

Good luck.

[nando]

yeah, who's going to put a new paint job on a 25 year old car, that doesn't drive, and then immediately sell if the car is in such great condition?

[E30nub1]

WOW lol thanks for the input guys.. i really just posted this thread just to see what some peoples opinions were..and went straight to bed..lol

what i am surprised by is that some of the e28 "homers" are also saying..NO.. I was just thinking what another member said, that it seems like a logical next step.. plus i have always had a soft spot for the e28 for some reason...plus a vert in the summer as a DD is perfect.. but winter is a different story..(ask me how i know)


and in the e28 owners defense, the e28 he had for 5 years after the Original owner sold it to him.. he has done an excellent job restoring it..and the vin checks out as it being a accident free car. I believe what a member said him being in over his head/slightly incompetent :p its just a shame.. b/c a part of me wanted to save it..lol


my e30 is a bit better than 1/2 way to where i want it and just a few things are needed to have it completely restored (rear bushings, new dash, front seats redone,and eventually this coming spring a mtech2 kit and a new paint job.)

thanks again for the advice guys this basically just reaffirmed what i was leaning toward

the e30 shall stay and i will either find a hard top for winter or save really quick for a winter beater..lol

[lolcantturn]

E28's get a thumbs down for me. They indeed do feel like you're driving a dump truck, but you would think to make up for that, it would be more comfortable and luxurious right? Nope, they don't even feel that much more luxurious than an E30.

[TimKninja]

They aren't as nearly fun to drive as the e30. But I wouldn't mind one for a commuter car. Plenty of room for other people in the back .

But then again Id rather have a (non v8 ) e34 ANY DAY of the week over an e28 . Drove a BEAT M20 e34 and it was so much better then the e28.

[series88]

Its like trying to get rid of a son to make room for a daughter. Lol. have both if you can. Different animals, different kind of fun.

[Colby.325e]

I hate my e28. Trying to trade it for a Subaru my friend has. I have the 528, which is a step under what you're looking at, but still. Only things I like are the feel of the steering, and the braking. It's a little stiffer then the e30 which I like.

[E30nub1]

Its like trying to get rid of a son to make room for a daughter. Lol. have both if you can. Different animals, different kind of fun.

out of curiosity ...which would be the son/daughter...lol

[RobE30]

I had an 87 535is, 5spd, great car but much more truck like. Drive great but not very sporty. It'd make a great dd

[slammin.e28]

All this hate.

You guys are ridiculous.

[Cabriolet]

dude, drive which ever car will make you happy. neither car is all that rare or expensive. if you sell the e30 and drive the e28 for a year. you'll know which you will like better and drive that.

[Ether-D]

Its like trying to get rid of a son to make room for a daughter. Lol. have both if you can. Different animals, different kind of fun.

Awesome analogy.

Also, I didn't think that my e28 drove like a tank. I thought it felt smoother than a baby's bottom and absolutely glued to the pavement. It was heavy though. Like others have said, great dd material.

Slammin' is feeling a little sad. Guys, say some nice things about your e28s please.

[slammin.e28]

the comments ITT are a surprise to me.
I, myself am contemplating on picking up a clean e28 for a dd but I'm starting to get deterred..

I really don't understand the hate.

Usually everyone is loving e28s.

[LJ851]

You guys must have never been in one of these Alpina B7 turbos before.




I like e28s and also e30s, there is a time and place for both of them.

[mikeedler]

I was never hating on e28s, just stating how I feel they drive in comparison to an E30.

And if you think an e28 on cut springs handles good, then you should try driving a sorted out e30......

E28s are cool cars, and I really dig them too, but and e30 is a ton more fun to drive unless your talking about an M5. (which is not what the OP was talking about)