E-30 318 iS, What are the differences . . . ?

[Mr_Dee]

Hiya's, unfortunately my beloved 320i has got to the stage where it really is time to think about giving up with it I also have an old 318i, and I have been scouring the internet for something to replace it with, ideally another e-30 as I have so many bits n bobs on my cars that may come in handy, I have come across a 318 iS in the same colour in really good condition and I was wondering what the differences were with an 'iS' so I thought I would come to the best place to find out I seem to remember something about the suspension being totally different or higher or something so maybe I wouldnt be able to swap my lowered suspension over, I dont know, any information you can give me would be very much appreciated

Thankyou

[Morat]

It has the later M42 (16v and cam chain) engine, Mtech suspension and sports seats. I've never driven one, but they are meant to be revvy and fun - and frugal when driven gently.

[jbh]

the 318is has the disk brakes all round 51mm front struts and a nice speced car as standard. how low is yor springs? the 318is come slightly lower as standard.