My new to me 325e *** UPDATED***

[rstimpreza]

Hi to all! My name is Carlo I just bought my first BMW 325e I drive a Subaru but recently i got curious about e30's coz one of my friends have a 325is and I like the way the car stands out in the crowd so I picked up a 1986 325e Automatic, I know some of you will tell me I should've gotten a 5 speed but I figured since I'm not gonna go all crazy with power and my only intentions on this car is to make it look nice and VIP style and lastly so my wife can enjoy the car as well.

I posted pictures so you guys can give me inputs on how and where should i start.


The day I got it....


I started cleaning the car by removing all the interior panels, carpets etc..

Got me Hella ellipsoid headlights for $106 shipped

Gave the ES valance to my friend and he got me a IX valance complete with fog lights and lip.

Then I got a set of 14" basketweaves with center caps and tires for $100 and I test fitted the front plastic bumper. With my friends help we did flush and change all the fluids on the car.

Decided that i want the metal bumpers back and tucked and finished removing all the tints. I then refinished the front grill and side mirrors. lastly added that missing door trim.




Next will be lowering the car with a new suspension....

So far the bads i notice:
Driver door doesnt lock when i use my key
trunk wont lock as well
Odomemter stop working
Compressor is out
no radio harness was cut
Hard start but it runs

My new Addition 1991 BMW 318is 5speed

[squidmaster]

looks pretty nice, though! looks like after-market exhaust though?

do all of the maintenance items first, then move on to some suspension. At least that's what I think.

[Holland]

The valance is an ES valance.

[Bimmerista]

You have a stock ES front valence with some sort of ricer sticker.

[rstimpreza]

looks pretty nice, though! looks like after-market exhaust though?

do all of the maintenance items first, then move on to some suspension. At least that's what I think.

Thanks. I will be doing the timing belt then work my way up like changing hoses and gaskets etc...

The valance is an ES valance.

I figured but I wasn't sure

You have a stock ES front valence with some sort of ricer sticker.

Trust me I dont't like stickers i figured since I'm planning to change the front and rear bumper I didnt bother removing it,

Any sugeestions where I can get a rear lip and side skirts?

[bmwguy325is]

Needs more less matching paint and MOW Jumps!

[!AjHoWzA!]

Nice looking car. Gets some trim on the drivers side.

[rstimpreza]

Nice looking car. Gets some trim on the drivers side.

hopefully tomorrow I'll find one

[Kershaw]

few things look as good as the ES valence. i'd keep it.

looks like a decent start at a decent price. good luck.

[rstimpreza]

Anyone can help me where to find a rear apron and what kind or can i use the newer e30 rear bumper or aprons coz the rear looks high it doesnt lined up with my fronts.

[rstimpreza]

ANyone have a stock fron valence for 325e

[ScHpAnKy]

I'll give you mine if you trade hoods with me :)

[FunfGan]

VIP style? I am excite. Congrats on the pic-up!

[rstimpreza]

Updated

[Niterider03]

I like the way the driving board looks with the newer style lower valance and fogs. Was that a simple bolt on thing to do, or did you have to modify the valance?