E30 Zone

Hi all I drive a 320i F reg E30. Its reliable and I am pleased with her. I do have some problems with her though. When driving at the 30 mile an hour - the engines seems to jump (I am not sure how to describe it) its like a petrol feed problem... like the engine does not get enough fuel... but when ...

I have to say I do not like the new BMW's at all

...after some thought I think I shall, upon my return from the Ukraine, purchase a 325, and do the conversion on that and put my 320 into classic status, keeping her as standard as possible, and as clean an unrusted as possible. This gives me the best of both worlds...as I am sure that the 320i will...

Is there anyone that can do this for me as I would be hopeless at it.

Nitrous - mmm - best not to use laughing gas - as its no laughing matter.

Think of the dentists...

I have a 320 with no rust that I can see... so would like to use this one to do the conversion...however, I have also thought of obtaining a 325i Motorsport and doing the same conversion...

I am thinking of an enigine tansplant to 3.5 not down...want bigger

I have an E30 M20b20 1988...which 3.5 is the best one to put in there?

It certainly seems to have generated a varying amount of comments on it both sides... It seems to me that it really comes down to unique individual taste. Most of what I have read is very subjective, rather than objective, with verifiable references. It would really be good if some of the comments c...

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Initially, I bought the car for two reaosns, it was cheap, looked good, and I needed transport of a reliable nature.... Since then, the E30 bug has bitten me and I want more... I saw a 335i conversion and though - wow - like this idea and started to find out about it... I have heard lots of info and...

Err, chaps, we ar going off topic here - can we stick to the salient issues please, and we can start thread discussing the pros and cons of 318IS versus 320s...

I checked out my 320 and there is no rust and its 17 years old... My original idea was to make it a 335i conversion...but somehow this has got drowned somewhere... Was also considering putting in a V12 conversion...really want Old Skool look with masses of bhp under the hood...with a 320 badge...and...

Does anyone know about this please?

Thank you - I will look in these places tomorrow.

I am at uni in Northampton (not working for reasons I dont want to publicise) and this one has cost me a Ãƒ”šÃ‚£1k since the cam belt went.

I was thinking of putting in an E32 or 34 3.5i engine in the 320 anyway. So, the engine is neither here nor there. I understand its an expensive game or hobby - but have always wanted to - so need to start somewhere, and my 320 has a very good body from what I can see...but not sure how to really te...

Its finding a decent one a student can purchase LOL and ebay - you cant always know which one is good or not.

What does TBH IMO stand for please?

I been advised to get a 325 instead of 320 if I want to modify...what do you think?

The drums can be replaced with discs though - right?

I have not got the faintest, bud, I not driven her in a while... She parked on the drive at the moment, but mine is manual. She does drink a bit round town...and thinking of changing her to a 325i.

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The drivers door central locking does not work. I have to lock and unlock at the boot. I think it is a loose connection...but I could be wrong... any ideas or help please.

Duke

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I need to replace mine - where is a good place to get one please? And how would I go about replacing it?

Duke

Hi, I need to put in a SI (I think this is what its called) board for the oil service and service level indicators...as they are not functioning. It also shows that the disc brakes need replacing, and on the roof mounted computer it says the coolant is low when it is not. Where and how do I go about...

After the cars I have seen on here - I tend to agree - it is over the top. Still want to do the 3.5i conversion CLICK ME.

This car looks good - am sure you wont deny that...and standard...gosh been standard all my life - want to try something different for once.

Yes - that is great - but its in Germany, how and where do I go to get that done here? Those rims are great... - the inner part sprayed black - to colour code... SRS-TEC - BMW And the interior - wow...instead of yellow would want cream...but it is just perfect! BUT Where do I start to get that type ...

Then give some decent suggestions on what to do please... Really want to do a 3.5i conversion.

Here is my 320i... http://213.228.241.246/sureweb/My320i.jpg I caught the E30 bug just under a year ago when I bought her... cam belt snapped and had to get 'dirty' but good runner engine put in to get her back on the road... Looking to do lots....but not sure where to start - and seen some good loo...

Chipped brain at 35 notes - well, can you hold onto it till I get a few more notes...can only do a little at a time...and was considering the 3.5i engine after seeing it in an E30...

Just knowing where to begin...have lots to think about since being here...

Thanks people - all very helpful.

Fuel consumption is not too much of an issue...

Hmmm - surprise, my 320i has 6 cylinders...not 4.

What Is Wrong With The E30 320i Engine? Why do people say its not good? I would love to get a 325i but I am just a student with minimum income (student loan). I did the terrible thing of looking in eBay for one...but they are still out my range... Any guidance to a BMW newbie would be much appreciat...

Hot damn! Where do I line up for that type of conversion please?

That must of been one VERY hot fire - it burnt everything - kinda unusual for a car fire...or any fire...to burn absolutely everything...

Maybe it was a 'done on purpose' fire? Just looks to 'good' a job for me... but hey I am suspicious by nature... smells like money is involved somewhere...

As long as I can get some good advice - then I am great - but need to sort some electrics and mechanical stuff on her.

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