qwertyk1d 12 Report post Posted May 7, 2014 (edited) Hi all, been registered for a few weeks but I haven't introduced myself or my car yet. My name is Sean Curran, I'm 22 from Auckland. I'm a Web Designer at Zeald. This is my NZ New 1989 BMW 316i E30. It has done 65,000kms original and its condition reflects that.Since buying it 2 weeks ago from a collector (who previously bought from an elderly lady whom has had it all its life), it's had a bit of pampering down at Platinum Wheels, North Shore.Current Modifications:New Monroe front shock absorbers King Superlow lowering springsVarrstoen V3 16x8 4x100 wheelsAchilles ATR Sport 195/50/16s.Now looks like this: Future Plans:E90 drop hats in the front IS front lip 51mm strut tower conversion Edited May 24, 2014 by Skeet Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nath 134 Report post Posted May 7, 2014 Hi Sean. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
qwertyk1d 12 Report post Posted May 7, 2014 Hey Nathan Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
brockie123 31 Report post Posted May 7, 2014 Looks good! Go coilovers if you want more low Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
qwertyk1d 12 Report post Posted May 7, 2014 Thanks, yeah I'm looking into other options. Its expensive though and I don't want to break the bank. Might look at shortening shocks and compressing springs before going down the coilovers street. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rexila 4 Report post Posted May 8, 2014 Was wondering when you would make it on here. Bring it wound for me to have a look! Sent from my GT-I9505 using Tapatalk 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nath 134 Report post Posted May 8, 2014 What doing with the old wheels? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
qwertyk1d 12 Report post Posted May 8, 2014 Was just gonna keep them on hand if I ever wanted to sell it standard. Why do you ask? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nath 134 Report post Posted May 8, 2014 Mine have worn paint and I want good ones. No probs, theyre around everywhere just thought u may be chucking Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Michael. 2313 Report post Posted May 8, 2014 Very nice indeed! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cab 148 Report post Posted May 8, 2014 If you want to lower it another 20-25mm in the front the easy way just buy e90 top hats.. aka drop hats. You can buy them from your BMW dealer for $150 a pair. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
qwertyk1d 12 Report post Posted May 8, 2014 If you want to lower it another 20-25mm in the front the easy way just buy e90 top hats.. aka drop hats. You can buy them from your BMW dealer for $150 a pair. Do they fit 45mm struts? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Federation12 12 Report post Posted May 21, 2014 Possibly saw you on the motorway today heading up the hill towards the oteha valley offramp?Same colour and wheels so I can only assume it was! Looks sweet! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
qwertyk1d 12 Report post Posted May 21, 2014 Yeah would have been me heading to work! Thanks haha Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Etwenty1 45 Report post Posted May 21, 2014 (edited) That is a nice e30 - I think it has some collectible value being that low mileage, and in such good condition. kind of a shame to hear it will be chopped into another non-factory 325i. Edited May 21, 2014 by etwenty1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
qwertyk1d 12 Report post Posted May 21, 2014 It's a 4 door not a coupe. Still undecided what I'm gonna do about the engine but I'm growing increasingly happy with the 1.6 4 banger in there at the moment. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
qwertyk1d 12 Report post Posted May 24, 2014 After much thought I've decided to keep the standard motor and keep any mods completely reversible. It'd be a shame to permanently modify what could be one of the tidiest standard E30s in the country. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dyl 4 Report post Posted June 8, 2014 I had a mint little 316i just like when I was 22! Brilliant car mate, love it. Does it have the big clock in the cluster? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
qwertyk1d 12 Report post Posted June 8, 2014 Nice! Thanks dude. Yeah it does, no rev gauge in this puppy lol Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dyl 4 Report post Posted June 8, 2014 You can remove the cluster, take off the back and very easily straight swap the clock for a tacho. So easy! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
_ethrty-Andy_ 2132 Report post Posted June 8, 2014 You can remove the cluster, take off the back and very easily straight swap the clock for a tacho. So easy! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk i have a 316i with that clock cluster and a spare cluster, I'm kinda keen to see if that works Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rarerimresource 6 Report post Posted June 8, 2014 The plugs on the rear of the cluster are the same, regardless of model. The exception being the M3, which has an extra plug for the oil temperature gauge. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dyl 4 Report post Posted June 8, 2014 Yep that's right. Just get into it mate, I did and it worked a charm. Just be gentle and don't lose any screws. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deeveus 81 Report post Posted June 8, 2014 (edited) That is a nice e30 - I think it has some collectible value being that low mileage, and in such good condition. kind of a shame to hear it will be chopped into another non-factory 325i. Car really needs to be put away somewhere dry and started & driven a few k's once a month IMO & kept standard for it to be worth anything down the track. Edited June 8, 2014 by The Diesel Guy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
