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Btw is there a genuine E30 club in NZ and are there local meets? I am a busy chap but thought it would be great to know... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Mark, Aside from Trademe and here and eBay, anywhere else you or anyone else would recommend looking... I.e. Forums, sites or shops, thanks Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Thanks Mark for a lead very much appreciated. Is Hellbm a shop in Auckland? Jacko, love the 17" and have to say definitely no M3 or Altezza looking light , thought that nonsense was long over. Where did you get you wheels from? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk.

Hi Mark, I appreciate your feedback and you are right and I paid $500 but that's another story. Rather let's say since I posted on this forum I have asked for help to source seats, wheels, etc. you have even made mention of a $50 Mtech 2 steering wheel. But to date I have not had a single person show me a shop where I can get these items supposedly cheap. So please anyone yet again as the title says..... Help fit out my E30! I am not looking to do everything immediately but to date have only found crappy second hand stuff. So before I am about to bring Nappa leather seats and door trims from the states... and it's too embarrassing to tell the cost of it... Help! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Very insightful and inspiring. Granted I may have paid maybe a couple of k more but it was a single lady owner who brought it from Germany to Japan, could not wait for their colour so therefore re sprayed it. BM workshop explained that was quite common then as Europeans had long waiting lists in Japan and many were not patient. It is extremely difficult to find a one owner with good service history not the rubbish Midas or mates workshop nonsense, lol. I am more looking for aesthetic improvement and I wanted an excellent body so I can upgrade everything including maybe engine but body is not so flawless and easy to change. 7 years 20 E30s? How come ? You have captured my curiosity. BTW everyone is just sharing their critical opinion, in my Industry it is important to be full of passion when it comes to creative expression, therefore I can't say any if negative feedback will really not phase me but spur me on even more. Unique originals don't come from sheep following sheep rather one individual thinking laterally and addressing an opportunity in a different way then what the masses would normally, boringly do.... Here is a good example of one guy.... enjoy Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Thanks very much Mr Dwarf... you are the first to substantiate an opinion with a reference to a place where I can look at what you recommending I thank. I appreciate everyone's views but guys I want to do this so rather than burst my bubble help me along... I will say this no matter what it cost it will be worth it to the buyer in the future in the USA, lol! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Yeah, that could be true... I'm thinking $5 to $8K and my daughter can have it in 4 to 5 years. Treating it like a normal everyday runner therefore the updates like a new car but like an everyday car expecting it to depreciate. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Seats and Wheels are a pain. Would love to know where is the best place to get a good set and what is the best setup for wheels with it rubbing on the fender or dragging its bottom across the floor... hate that. And I dread asking this... does 17" work in 235 or 245? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

"Original" RHD.... what about "Original" LHD. I noticed this part of the world is anti LHD unless it's an American... haha! well this is but from Japan Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Haha! Like the E30 wheel comparative. Factory colour not sure about... Red is my favourite, maybe eMola Red. Please explain Motorsport window trip and let me know where from. I heard to go RHD is ridiculously expensive even for me. We have 2 other new cars it will be a nice difference..... for now... I think you right about the bushings. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Love the analogy of it chiseled out of a rock... I am not sure about it even though I did buy it.. If I do not like the feel it will end up on Trademe..... do wish I could afford the M3 one Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Yep definitely wheels are on the list to change. Any suggestion and possibly the best place to get some, thanks. The steering wheel is a question mark at the moment... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

That is what I thought but read his reviews on eBay and double checked the specs, it is done with Alcantra around the 10 and 2 and the rest is done in genuine leather. He seems to specialise in this and has got only great reviews. When it comes I will post better pics... Was not cheap but not as much as $1500 which is what a lot of the guys are asking for the E30 M3 Alacantra covered ones, the price is shocking... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Hi Everyone, Now that I have my lady in red who was once black, it is time to start dressing and detailing her tastefully without molesting her.. I am an Architect and many a days are spent dressing and bringing homes up to date to a contemporary relevant style. A good example is our Villas and Bungalows. The aesthetics that make them unique and special remains however internally they are made better. My dream is to up spec my car to basically keep its form and aesthetics that make it special as I love the lines and drive but at the same time to improve on it. In other words had BMW designed the E30 now but kept the shape what would they do. However the catch for me is to try very hard to stay OEM parts, e.g. The steering wheel I bought from Latvia (hopefully it comes!) is made from an original Motorsport steering. In the same way I am looking for BMW sport seats, etc. from that Era. Aesthetics must be E30 but mechanics can be newer for improvements to drive etc. I would like to have you guys who have been through the motions suggest relevant upgrades based on my requirements above and any advice on where to source some parts. As the seats are turning into a really difficult task. I have attached a photo of my 4 door LHD and a photo of the steering wheel. The car goes into BMWorkshop for the next few weeks on Wednesday for tweeks and upgrades... Thanks in advance and I look forward to every critique and suggestion. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Btw..... I took your advice and got a base Mtech from Japan. Sunroof perfect. Not a dent... A little paint fade, original.... no tweeks, 1 lady owner who opted out of the Sports seats for the comfort line because of age. Full service history with BM, Japan sunroof perfect, no dash split, etc. etc. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Show me.... A one owner in better condition than all in the last year on TradeMe, btw I had a chat to Ross from BM Workshop he had some interesting things to say about the supposed Mtech model, it's all cosmetic and when I finish of with this, it maybe one of the best. Converting from auto to manual is pretty cheap. The hassle is original E30 M3 seats in leather with the stripes which will set me back $5,500. Not sure about that. Then the BBS LM 198 special for the E30 another $5000 with tyres and not sure when to put in the E46 M3 engine. May leave that for a few years as this engine is mint. Besides want to try and keep it E30 original with some custom E30 M3 tweeks. O yeah the steering will set me back another $1200. I am looking to setup one as good as my mates 327 we messed around in S.A. almost 20 years ago. Once I build it and play with it then may move on to the M Coupe or M3 E30.... All I can say it's fun, fun, fun and money is nothing if you are getting max. pleasure... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Congrats Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Bought one, it's a Jap, it's red, it's 1 owner from new, full service history, it was cheap compare to the rubbish on TradeMe, however it's left hand drive but I think that good cause when I step into it to drive it will definitely be a unique experience. There are however a few things I am on the hunt for, E30 sports seats, BBS RS 16"/17" , manual transmission and a few other bits. It goes next week to Ross at BM Workshop in Botany and with his talents and my money we taking the car back to new... Can't wait to post some pics of the after, but for now this is what she looks like, Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Will this mod pass wof? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I seriously considered this until I saw how many owners it had and at one time it was a "turners" vehicle.... But it does look awesome but is not really an AC Schnitzer. Did talk to the guy once, I think 14K is what he was looking at, could possibly be his reserve...?

Hi are the seats still available? Will they fit in an E30 or do you have eE30 sport seats? I am looking for front and back seats, most preferable in leather. Possibly buying an Mtech2 unfortunately the seats have been replaces with standard ones.

Thanks for that "Hybrid". Great reading. I did not know the baby M3 was here, great car! BTW there is a 327is in South Africa, full service history, only done around 30K for $35K must be the youngest factory model in the world Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I drove a standard and a mtech, they are pretty much the same, however I did drive also a genuine Motorsport from Germany and few years ago and that was amazing... The old Motorsport where not like now... I.e. Put some m rims and you get the badge. I remember in the 80's and early 90's Motorsport meant suspension, gearbox, etc. as well. At least it did in South Africa. However most of you guys want to buy NZ new and sadly most of them are rubbish as they base 325i dressed up. So yes you are in fact right if you talking about the NZ version. Bmw South Africa and Germany were competing with each other in the 80's that how South Africa had the 333i and 327i only. BMW Motorsport meant something then. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Post a pic please and some specs as I would love to know what I would get for $20k Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

How much for the engine? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk