Motorbreath 0 Report post Posted November 1, 2008 Heya people I have a '97 E36 318is that's been off the road for a while but will be recommissioned in the next few weeks to roadworthy status. It's black with an M3 kit, sunroof, black leather and some 17's that I think were dealer optioned with a BMW centre cap. (five-spoke bent tuning-fork style if that makes sense?). Anyway, I was wondering if it would be worthwhile doing an M50/52 swap with manual gearbox? Bearing in mind my particular example isn't worth a hell of a lot so selling and buying a 328i isn't really an option. The current engine as you may have already guessed is an M44B19. Is any fabrication required? or can i just buy mounts, engine, loom trans etc and fit it all up? What are your guys opinions? If this doesn't work out I'll probably just end up saving for a while and doing a 1UZ swap. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
westy 614 Report post Posted November 1, 2008 Do you know how much an engine/gearbox/mount/clutch/comp/driveshaft/diff/halfshafts/brakes/radiator etc etc etc costs? You'll probably find selling and buy a 328 manual a lot cheaper. But yes it should all fit without fab work. Sorry. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BM WORLD 1283 Report post Posted November 1, 2008 is your old engine stuffed or something . but a donar car . i have something . 91 325i 5spd. yes should all swap over pretty easierly just takes time. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
