How To Remove An M20 from the E30 - Step-by-step guide

[jeanhules]

I have sort of been a troll for the past few years, but I did own a S50 e30 almost 15 years ago when the S50 was cool.

I am back in the seat of an E30 (a vert this time), and I am going to document it and create guides for the sub projects I will be working on. The first project was the engine removal. I didn't have a bentley and I work with knowledge I gained years ago, but I found that there are a lot of little projects missing online how to guides for the E30, so my personal project is to make them in hopes they help the future DIY-ers with their projects.

Here is step one of what I am calling Project Alpine White Vert. The plan is full nut and bolt refresh, S54, 5 lug, and a bunch of euro parts.

Here is step one: Engine Removal.

https://www.garageguides.com/guide/bmw-how-to-remove-an-e30-m20-motor

[Poorhouse]

Nice write up!

Thanks for posting.

[Staszek]

Nice guide! I could have used it a few months back.

[didithepest]

Yeah pretty cool write up - I have done a total of 4 engine pulls and wish this available with pictures when I did mines LMAO

[Julien]

Here is a guide for MK3 VW engine removal. Might also work on MK4

https://youtu.be/qdHp1lFrnEk?t=60

[Nick_S]

The world needs more detailed write ups, nice work!

[Mike36]

Here is a guide for MK3 VW engine removal. Might also work on MK4

https://youtu.be/qdHp1lFrnEk?t=60

[jeanhules]

Thanks for the feedback! I agree on all counts, although it is very easy to take out an engine, there are a handful of different strategies to get it out and countless tip and tricks. I had a rough checklist of items needed, but there was no clear cut path. Please comment on particular steps that need more info.

[wworm]

Here is a guide for MK3 VW engine removal. Might also work on MK4

https://youtu.be/qdHp1lFrnEk?t=60

oh my god lol