E30 325i Rag-Top

Quite a good looking E30 M3, would be interesting to know what was under the bonnet, was it running on track at all? There are certainly better E30 M3 race cars in NZ, I would say that one wouldn't even make my top 3 (engine department pending).. 1) Denny Hulme's B&H M3 from Bathurst 2) Conrod's new car (from what I hear ) 3) Conrod's old Bastos car. When you are in the race series you will see a few more of the E30 M3s and there are some real nice ones, with more to come (hopefully ).

That was a BIG accident, even at normal speed on TV, for that guy to be there and get those shots is 1 in a million, looks even worse in still shots. Clearly shows how well the drivers safety capsule held together, even through that accident which is pretty impressive.

Foxy, do you think that would be realistic with a $10k budget? Are you allowing a lot of your own time to do the work, and your contacts to get good prices on parts? Would have thought even allowing for those you would still be over the $10k, could be very interesting.

I did think of ordering one on-line, but I need it like yesterday really! I have given up waiting for the pound to get back to a reasonable exchange rate against the NZD to bring some money over to buy a car here, so I am looking to buy one in the UK and ship it over. The red E30 M3 with the S50 as featured in the magazine is for sale on eBay at the moment, finishing in just over one day, which is why I was after the magazine quickly. eBay linky link: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?Vie...e=STRK:MEWAX:IT Listed at 11.5k GBP, which at current rate is around NZ$25k

Has anyone out there got the May edition of Performace BMW from the UK by any chance? I tried the best local magazine stores today and could only find the April one. I am interested in the article on the red E30 M3 with the S50 engine in it, if someone could scan it and post it up that would be great!

Wayney is a member on here, there are a few reviews and feedback on his extractors in a number of threads if you search for them, often he will list them in the For Sale section, or just send him a PM (username wayney).

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Missed my favourite one... "An Engineer says the glass is twice as big as it needs to be"

It's the $12.50 M badge that has been stuck on the boot that makes it an M3, didn't you know, that was the only difference from the factory ?? If it was an M3 badge stuck on then in my book that is a crime punishable by death.I have a saved search on TradeMe to e-mail when any E30 M3s are listed, and I get an e-mail every day with at least one POS like this with M3 in the listing, annoying!

If the dizzy cap and rotor are pretty much brand new then I will have them back please ! Not sure if they got taken off by the seller before he brought you the car - I did remind him!

Yup, I have a m20b23 full engine sitting in the garage, I can whip the rocker cover off to check the cam, rockers, etc. if you are interested. Let me know the results of checking your cam for wear. Cheers, JTP

I'll throw in my 2c worth.. Persevere with the project, yeah its a pain, but how great will it feel when it's finished? If you stop now and sell or part out you will lose heaps on the deal, without the enjoyment of driving it completed. Take a break away from the project for a couple of weeks, do something different to forget it, spend time with the g/f or whatever. Then start to do some more research, plan it all out on the garage wall, or big bit of paper (but be realistic - it won't be finished in 2 weeks). Only then get stuck back into it, refreshed and re-grouped.

^^ That's an extra 10hp right there !! Must've run out of satin black .

Not unless you are looking for a project.. http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/C...n-290000241.htm

Hippo Birdy Two Ewes!

I'm not too sure about the NZ new cars, but certainly there were E36 models sold in the UK which were listed as "MSport" models, the red picture in one of Duckeaters early posts is one of the 328i MSport versions, they came with those great alloys as standard, along with the body kit, suspension, half leather interior and the black headlining. IIRC these only came out in the coupe bodyshell as well. Then towards the end of the E36s life span there were other MSport editions, on pretty much any body or engine size. These were sold by BMW as Msports but basically consisted of the standard level car, with a package of the body kit, suspension, alloy and interior for less than it would cost to option them on the base cars. This is where it gets cloudy, as any car could have one of the MSport options added for an additional cost, whether it be the kit, suspension, alloys, etc. These are often listed as "MSport" cars, a better description would be a 328i with MSport option(s) as opposed to the MSport versions which have the given list of options included as standard.

Try a set of Wayney's extractor manifolds, adds a bit of power and torque I believe, plus smartens up the engine bay. Paves the way for later mods as well as it frees up the biggest restriction in the overall system.

Hey Glenn, is the E30 oil cooler for the M20, as fitted to the 325i? What does is come with, hoses, mounting brackets, sandwich plate to fit to engine, etc? Could be keen, cheers.

Wish I could be there for the Sat. night and the track day on Sunday, but I just don't have the cash for a trip up at the moment. Have fun guys, hope the weather is good for you all

How about a mid-mount kit where the lights flash in sequence from one side to the other? Now THAT would be ORSOME

I may be wrong, but I think daytime running lamps (DRLs) such as these are now a requirement for all new models of car in Australia, so you may well see them on a Kia in some shape or form pretty soon! Looks good, how much for a set for a pre/fl E30??

Have a good one Foxy! Here's to many more and make sure Stevo buys you a few drinks on my behalf to celebrate

If it's you Uncle's car, can you not just deal with him direct and sell the X5, cutting out the middle man and saving some $$$s? I guess this way you get the warranty, which maybe you can't if you buy private. I think the previous posts have it spot on, get them to not only bring the servicing up to date, but also do any major service items that are due shortly to save on the bill in a few months.

Hmm, interesting wheel! What have you bought now... pics??

Another excellent result in 24 Hour GT racing for BMW, adding to the rich history of Motorsport! Personally, I can't wait to see the first replica of the winning car in the BMW Open Series, it looks amazing, calling Barry K-B