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  • BenG
    Noobie
    • Jan 2012
    • 21

    #1

    New Member - Just Purchased '88 325is

    I am totally new to the E30 world, and I thought that I should introduce myself.

    I've always loved the E30/E36, but I've never actively sought one out. Less than a week ago I stumbled upon a super clean Alpine white 325is in a parking lot with a for sale sign on it. Long story short, here is my new 1988 325is.



    It is a two owner car. The seller had the car since 1990. It has 108k original miles, and the car has been cared for very well over the years. 100% stock, all BMW parts. Everything works on the car, with the exception of a burnt out fog light bulb. It will need a timing belt immediately, and I'll be doing a lot of maintenance. Other than that the car is absolutely cherry, and it is a lot of fun to drive.

    I would appreciate it if you guys put up with my newbie questions over the next few weeks. I will use the search function as much as possible.

    BTW, White is the fastest color
  • 5ickride
    R3VLimited
    • Jun 2009
    • 2922

    #2
    Looks clean! Welcome to R3V.

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    • BmveE30ftw
      Mod Crazy
      • Dec 2007
      • 650

      #3
      Looks like a nice find! Welcome.
      '91 Schwartz 325i[/B]

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      • gofredo50
        E30 Addict
        • Oct 2010
        • 482

        #4
        Nice ride. You are making me want to buy this clean 318is I found in Baltimore. Love AW is' so much.
        1993 Laguna M50 "Helen"
        1987 M20 325i "Ron Burgundy"
        1987 M20 325e "Billy"

        "He who shall be last shall be sideways and smiling." - Clarkson

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        • Isostar13
          Wrencher
          • Nov 2011
          • 288

          #5
          Let's see some interior shots! Nice find.
          1988 325ix

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          • CW325
            E30 Fanatic
            • Jul 2011
            • 1434

            #6
            Very clean. DO NOT convert to plastic bumpers ;)

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            • BenG
              Noobie
              • Jan 2012
              • 21

              #7
              Originally posted by Isostar13
              Let's see some interior shots! Nice find.
              Thanks, I'll put on some more pictures after I clean it up. I may have to include a picture of an uncracked dash.

              Originally posted by CW325
              Very clean. DO NOT convert to plastic bumpers ;)
              Why do people prefer the painted plastic bumpers? Are there any advantages other than aesthetics?

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              • !AjHoWzA!
                E30 Enthusiast
                • Jan 2010
                • 1140

                #8
                Nice! That's a great find! Have fun ;)
                '91 318is

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                • Den_k321
                  E30 Fanatic
                  • Oct 2010
                  • 1248

                  #9
                  welcome, nice find! i got 88 325is =]

                  1988 325is S50 in-progress.
                  http://www.facebook.com/E30LocalCrew
                  Few pictures:
                  http://www.r3vlimited.com/board/showthread.php?t=255061

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                  • KrayJoeArmstrong
                    Advanced Member
                    • Sep 2011
                    • 102

                    #10
                    nice rideee !!!

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                    • RagtopE30
                      E30 Mastermind
                      • Dec 2010
                      • 1869

                      #11
                      Very nice find! The bumper choice is on you. There is no particular advantage either way, but mob rule dictates that Plastic>Aluminum. Fortunately for you, your car will look good either way!
                      450whp 524 lb-ft 1988 336ic In progress

                      http://www.r3vlimited.com/board/showthread.php?t=250709

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                      • getouth
                        No R3VLimiter
                        • Jan 2010
                        • 3343

                        #12
                        Nice clean slate to start with. Your bank account will never be the same again! Welcome.
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                        • eur04lif3
                          Mod Crazy
                          • Jan 2009
                          • 756

                          #13
                          Originally posted by BenG
                          Thanks, I'll put on some more pictures after I clean it up. I may have to include a picture of an uncracked dash.



                          Why do people prefer the painted plastic bumpers? Are there any advantages other than aesthetics?
                          just aesthetics really...find yourself an M-tech 1 kit, then your golden ;)

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                          • BenG
                            Noobie
                            • Jan 2012
                            • 21

                            #14
                            Thanks for the kind words guys. I looking forward to getting this car nicely sorted. I personally like the aluminum bumper, I wouldn't waste money messing with it.

                            Originally posted by getouth
                            Nice clean slate to start with. Your bank account will never be the same again! Welcome.
                            I own another enthusiast car, and parts for the E30 are cheap in comparison!

                            Other than maintenance, I will likely upgrade the suspension, brake pads, wheels, tires, and spend the rest of my E30 budget on track time. :razz:

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                            • hpde30
                              Member
                              • Aug 2011
                              • 76

                              #15
                              108k mile/two owner car is a very nice find, Ben.

                              lets see more pics please...

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