Karter16

Problem is, I dont have a 5, or a 7, or a new 3, I have an old series 3 like lots of people do, I do however THINK i got lucky with my twin in and twin out exhaust can we confirm this someone?? lol.

the exhaust in my opinion is not perfect, it changes shapes, diverges and merges, and flattens into 2 VERY small pipes, im sure the newer ones have much improved systems, and the reason for twin pipes in my opinion is not clearance, its 6 cylinders, more breathing obviously for 2 more cylinders,

When you say a "new 3" are we talking E90's or E46's?

Cheers

Also don't underestimate Brents comment the electronics in the bigger cars are far more sophisticated , plus they are generally higher spec

lol I believe you :-)

I think i'll limit my self to simpler stuff on my 318i. Then maybe in a couple of years when I'm 25 the insurance company will let me get a 330i or something

Thanks all

Hey guys,

Thanks for the comments :-) that answers what I was wondering :-) I just didn't know how much of the drivetrain was the same... from what you say not much

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Dont bother get a real one to start with

Thanks for you comment but not really what I was wanting to know...

I wasn't actually wanting other people's opinions on what is and isn't a real car...

I would however appreciate any comments on the the question I asked originally :-)

Cheers

Hi all,

I know that this is a pretty general question, but any comments are appreciated. I'm just wondering what is involved in swapping out an M43 (1.9L) and putting an M54 (2.2 or 2.5L) into an E46.

What else would need to be changed apart from the engine? Will the transmission (auto) and suspension etc. hold up or are they different for the larger engined E46's?

Cheers

G'day :-),

I have an E46 318i 2000 (2002 face-lift) and I'm wondering what material the exhaust tip is on standard E46 318's. To my non-expert eyes it looks a bit like stainless though I would be surprised if it was. If anyone knows I'd greatly appreciate getting a reply (I've spent time on google and couldn't find anything).

Cheers,

Matt

Hi All,

I'm interested in getting an E46 320i, I was wondering if anyone has any input/advice regarding this vehicle. I am pretty new to BMW's but I really like this car and would appreciate any feedback.

Many Thanks,

Karter16