Also consider that the 318is is probably the most frequently bastardized model in the whole lineup, since they're the desirable late model body style, fairly light, but the M42 motor is often swapped out for a 24V motor, which generally isn't happening with IXs. I can definitely see clean, original 318is cars going up in value pretty significantly, although not as much as the M3 has for obvious reasons.
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Originally posted by jeenyus View PostSo I was curious about this and the production numbers that are listed on this website don't line up. The 318is is rare, but if i'm reading these numbers right, the 325ix was more rare by a like 10 thousand units. I'm sure the numbers are all wonky, cause I can never get a straight answer.
I'm using this as my reference. I'd love to know the proper numbers if these ones are wrong.
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Originally posted by wworm View PostI think those numbers are correct enough, however it's also about collector value. The IX wouldn't be considered as "pure bmw" as a rwd e30. Listening to journalists talk/write about these cars, its always about balance and purity/simplicity of these chassis. The ix addition to BMW's roster seemed to be more of a utility option rather than an option that aided the "driving experience". That being said, I'm sure a 325ix built to this level of detail would fetch relatively identical price, but I don't think it'd necessarily sell as quick or appreciate in value as fast a slicktop 318is
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The problem with the iX is that the joy comes from doing things that will destroy the car. I wouldn’t be surprised if the three iXes that still exist in 30 years are worth more from a sheer rarity perspective. But what is the point of an iX that you can’t drive in the snow?2006 GMC Sierra 2500HD 4WD LBZ/Allison
2002 BMW M3 Alpinweiß/Black
1999 323i GTS2 Alpinweiß
1995 M3 Dakargelb/Black - S50B32/S6S420G/3.91
1990 325is Brilliantrot/Tan
1989 M3 Alpinweiß/Black
Hers: 1996 Porsche 911 Turbo Black/Black
Hers: 1988 325iX Coupe Diamantschwartz/Black 5spd
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Originally posted by nrubenstein View PostThe problem with the iX is that the joy comes from doing things that will destroy the car. I wouldn’t be surprised if the three iXes that still exist in 30 years are worth more from a sheer rarity perspective. But what is the point of an iX that you can’t drive in the snow?sigpic
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88 cabrio becoming alpina b6 3.5s transplanted s62
92 Mtech 2 cabrio alpinweiss 770 code
88 325ix coupe manual lachsilber/cardinal
88 325ix coupe manual diamondschwartz/natur
87 e30 m3 for parts lachsilber/cardinal(serial number 7)
12 135i M sport cabrio grey/black
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Originally posted by flyboyx View Postwell, i've had a couple of them here in houston. no snow but i really like the way they drive. they feel more solid and planted to me. i really like the whining noise you get from a working vc when you make a tight turn. if i can find a nice clean ix coupe body with good paint, i am thinking about selling the Mtech II. as to value, yes....they are underpriced for what they truly are. but they are too compliated, too heavy, and too expensive to fix.
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Originally posted by wworm View Post^ if I ever move where it snows I'm getting an ix for sure. I'm always impressed with vids people throw up on here, seems super capable for a 30 year old box
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This evenings project was to get the column switches along with the dashboard that came back from repair and turned out pretty decent the second go around. I'm still looking for an absolutely mint used or a new dash but this one will do fine for the time being.
I have a nice nearly new turn signal switch from Levent @ Guten Parts, and I have a wiper switch with crisp silk screening except for an unsightly gouge in the stalk coating....
The stalk seems to be coated with a PVC sleeve of sorts, and I found with some artful application some thick heatshrink tubing in its place is a suitable replacement. The plastic end cleaned up nice and there we go...
Switches on the car:
Dash dropped on with NOS MTech 2 steering wheel.
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Hi there,
First I just want to say thanks for sharing this insane restoration! I really enjoy watching you rebuild this car! Its absolutely gorgeous. I'm in the middle of "restoring" a 318iS myself, so this thread is really helpful for me to insure that I get everything correct.
That said, would it be possible for you to shoot a picture of the stereo wiring? I've yet to own an E30 with the org. stereo wiring. They have all been cut up and I would like to bring my current back to the org. stereo and wiring?
Thanks!
Best regards,
Søren, Denmark
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Originally posted by Glaede View PostThat said, would it be possible for you to shoot a picture of the stereo wiring? I've yet to own an E30 with the org. stereo wiring. They have all been cut up and I would like to bring my current back to the org. stereo and wiring?
Thanks!
Best regards,
Søren, Denmark
Did you pickup a replacement harness? If not @jaysterling at cantelouperadio.com has reproduction connectors for the headunit wiring, priced at $32. They don’t look like the stock ones exactly but they definitely workLast edited by bradnic; 03-27-2019, 05:27 AM.I BUY/SELL REFURBISHED CM5907s & CM5908s
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DB vert plastic bumpers
OEM Keys
MTech1 docs
88 ix Lach/Card
91 ic Calypso 3.1
86 Cosmo 2.7
OEM+ or bust!
reelizmpro: I will always be an e30 guy.. I still do all of my own labor
TrentW: There's just something so right about a well-built M20 in an E30
e30m3s54turbo: I save my money for tuner parts.
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Originally posted by Jordan View PostI mean, if someone in Houston wants it... sure. Trash day is Tuesday though and I don't have space or patience to have it laying about. Sad thing is that it was perfect but FedEX fucked it up, they don't appear to want to pay the insurance claim, so I had a local specialist attempt a repair which came out lousy, so now I'm doubled down into this turd.... I just want it to go away. $600 wasted.
This mornings project was painting the lower skirting black as was factory. Masked it all off and took to it with red scotchbrite to give the paint a solid key into the clearcoat.
Then spent awhile masking everything off.
Ah nice nice.
Hovercar is hovering
did I miss what product you painted your lower skirting? I'm looking to redo mine as well! looking good man.
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