What will this cost?

[firstE30]

Ive put together a project list for my dysfuntional 318i that i got for $1100. How much will it cost to get it back in shape?

• Rust Repair
• ICV and vacuum lines
• Brakes
o Master Cylinder
o Brake Booster
o SS Lines
o Fluid
o Sensors
• Tune up
o Fuel Filter
o Air Filter
o Oil Change and Filter
o Spark Plugs
o Spark Plug Leads?
o Belts
o Chain guides and tensioner
o Injector Cleaning?
• Steering
o Z3 Rack and mounting hardware
o PS pump
o PS Resevoir
o Tie rod ends and bushings
• Suspension
o New Shocks and Bushings
o Mild drop?
• Interior
o Bulbs
o Reupholster or new seats
o Headliner
o Glovebox
• Exterior
o Body work
o Paint
o Wheels
o Windshield
o Sunroof
• HVAC
o Heater repair
o A/C repair
• engine Cooling
o Waterpump
o Thermostat
o Hoses

[Dozyproductions]

$6k+

Depending on body and paint along with suspension. Proper reupholstery can run a pretty penny but worth it too.

[firstE30]

Oh Shit...

[el bimmer]

$6k+

Depending on body and paint along with suspension. Proper reupholstery can run a pretty penny but worth it too.

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[Sea Aych]

Oh Shit...

But seriously - get it going on the road first before you dive into costmetic stuff and "optionals" like new suspension (unless it's totally blown right now). That can all come later and you'll feel much better with your car being driveable. It'll still be up there in $$, but a bit less than 6k.

[matthugie]

Yeah, that's a big list. If it's really rusted then it might not be worth saving, assuming everything you listed is actually bad. I'd start with getting it running reliably and go from there, though I doubt that everything you listed is really necessary. For instance, the brake MC and booster are probably fine.

The big ticket items are the cosmetics: rust repair, paint, and upholstery. After that, aftermarket wheels and suspension can rack up pretty quickly too, depending on your goals for the car. Take it one step at a time and spread out your expenses and it probably won't be that bad.

[Mlarsen]

The worst thing you could ever do is look at everything combined as a whole price, it's very discouraging.

[ArtClassShank]

Just do what I do, set a goal one month at a time.

[glnr13]

60% of that can be DIY and if you're resourceful you could pay a small fraction of the retail costs. If you want it all done over a week or 2 look to pay top dollar

[carthik]

Rust repair can be QUITE expensive depending on the damage. If it's gone too far, it might not be worth saving. Usually cheaper to find a cleaner chassis and go from there. Post pics, maybe it's not as bad as you/we think.

Also, if it aint broke, don't fix it. Cars are VERY expensive to play with.

Focus on safety and reliability things first off. Then cosmetics and mods. If you can do 2 birds one stone and can afford it, then go for it (ie change blown struts with upgraded struts). But from the sounds of it, looks like you're better spending your money elsewhere. I would hold off on the mods if I were you.

Post some pics, and welcome to E30 ownership.


Cheers,

[KIRIEIW]

What will this cost?

Paint is 3k plus alone if you want quality. That's going to be most expensive besides maybe dent and dust removal, well not more expensive but adds to the overall paint job cost. Instead of reupholstering your seats just drive them as is till you find a nice set at the junker, 2 passenger sides might be the best bet.

And post pics!

[MrSlacker]

Parts to do all of them will probably run you few grand (i only skimmed the list) If you have a shop do all that work, except a labor charge for few thousand as well because basically your entire car has to be rebuild.

[DIIRTY-30]

More than you can afford pal.

[firstE30]

Yea, Today the car wont start. I think i might not be ready for this...

[ohthejosh]

Yea, Today the car wont start. I think i might not be ready for this...

lol

its always a good idea to research before buying.