Hey thanks for all the info.
I have about $8 to spend and want a manual ideally.
The other option from the e36 would be something similar to this and spend the rest on improvements
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/C...n-203446938.htm
buti what is the 2.7 from and what should i watch out for. oh and i would need new rear lights ASAP those ones are horrible....