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[///M0F01SD]

Is that you? You remind me of that girl in Kill Bill that specializes in that mace ball and chain thing. Not a bad thing.


Mariano

No way dude, somehow I had a feeling that she was a "darky"- thats a good thing.

Rey
BTW-I can see Lilu's future car with skulls everywhere...lol.;-)

[Jean]

How is the car search going ?

[PУCCKAЯ_e30ka]

I am looking for a everyday car, not into racing . My boyfriend works on his own car so I am sure he'll figure out if something needs to be fixed, but hopefully I'll find one without too many problems.
How do you guys like this car ? It's also rear wheel drive, and I think engine is in the back too

Welcome Lilu! That car is named ZAZ 965... I think it has somewhere around ~30hp. And it's not as good as it looks on that pic ;) Well, to add to what everbody else said.. yes, there are couple of asses on this forum.... try to be patient. What exactly are you looking for in your future e30... or any other oldskool bimmer?

[SandyEggoE30Girl]

A Goth E30 would be sweet!
But an Emo one........................... I hate skinny jeans. Only cause I can not get my big ol thunder thighs in them.

[sticksdaman]

sexy^

[SandyEggoE30Girl]

Thanks Sticks............... I knew you would wuv my pic of me.

[Lilu]

Sorry I was away, the picture above is HOT! lol

Well, I looked at one 325i and it was pretty clean but the A/C wasn't cold so I am still looking. How expensive is it to fix a/c ?

[Jand3rson]

Depends on what's wrong with it. It could just be a freon leak and the system would need to be recharged, in which case it wouldn't cost too much.

[kellie]

Depends on what's wrong with it. It could just be a freon leak and the system would need to be recharged, in which case it wouldn't cost too much.

If it's leaking, wouldn't you normally fix the leak, and then recharge it? I <3 our ozone layer. AC parts aren't cheap, and it's even worse when you pay someone else to fix it.

[87-325ic]

Depends on what's wrong with it. It could just be a freon leak and the system would need to be recharged, in which case it wouldn't cost too much.

considering most e30s run off r12, it wont be as easy as recharging it.

[Jand3rson]

If it's leaking, wouldn't you normally fix the leak, and then recharge it? I <3 our ozone layer. AC parts aren't cheap, and it's even worse when you pay someone else to fix it.

I meant to say fix the leak, too. :)

[idanity]

i just got my A/C serviced.

it was blowing cold for about 1 minute, than hot (room temp) air.:hitler:

turns out, i had contaminants in the system, and needed a new dryer-receiver.

re-used the pound and a half of my freon, and 550bucks later its cold (27degrees) again.

freon is love in a can:p.
keep it if you can.
when maintained, it will last a decade or more of cool driving conditions.

btw, welcome to the board.

[delatlanta1281]

It could be as easy as a schrader valve on the lines. They tend to go bad. If it is something major I know a conversion that will be affordable.

[idanity]

Is there a specific model year I should look for when shopping for a car ?

I don't have a lot of pictures on the computer, here are a couple.

the 1989 black 325is's are a personal favorite. (the options are the best)

BUT lets not put the carriage before the horse.
what you want in a e30 is

timing belt history. (and maintenance)
options=
- mtech 1 or mtech 2 types (soo nice;))
- LSD differential (4.10 is most favorable)
- recaro sport seat package
- ellipsiod lights (88-89)
- torq bolts on the head (look inside the oil filler cap w/flashlight)
- plastic bumpers look nicer (89+) but alloy are more durable and can be tucked)
- houndstooth interior (rare) and of course a non-smoker)
- a NON "fram" oil filter (if you see one "slap them", and run away)


than its your own choice.
like the "e" vs. "i" cars.
one with a freon A/C system would be preferable (to me)
one withOUT airbags are also preferable to me (since they must be serviced every 10 years $$)

the cabrios and m3's are awesome, the is's are also great, those will have a higher re-sale value.

the cabrios come with automatic tops (*prone to breaking $$$) and manual tops. (manual is preferred by most, as the plastic motor is spendy)
ALSO the soft tops come with 2 rear windows
1- zip in (easily replaced)
2- sewn in ( pita)

all the e30s with sun-roofs come with auto or roll back types, the autos are preferred.


if you find one with minor flaws. just talk the price down. its a buyers market for these old (awesome) cars to people who will miss them when they're gone.
so, if they dont have the t/belt history, than subtract 500 bucks.
Hex bolts on the head, subtract another 300 bucks
no A/C (its as much as 1500) well, its up to you.

make sure everything works too
Fan _+_heat/A/C
Wipers
antennae
horn
cruise control
dash lights (and overhead trouble lights)
side mirror motors

however,
windows not working are most likely a simple switch, but its great when they work.


and the feeling you get from the buyer.
really i would prefer to buy from an enthusiast, but with that will go the premium price.

always ask "WHY are you selling"

and when you find one, keep your records.

just my
have fun too.

[CleanAzzE30z]

Im drunk....


Mariano