E30 Zone

Hi Chaps,

I have an 1987 pre-facelift 318i with an M10 engine.

My radiator is absolutely knackered (un-reparable) and my because my temp gauge is out I figure I should replace it.

Anyone know the range of radiators I could get away with? Need a solution on the cheap just to keep the car on the road.

The M40 style radiator seems to be a completely different shape, can anyone shed any light?

What are the thoughts on a used radiator? Steer clear? One to fit this engine would be at least 25 years old.

Cheers

Automatic or manual?

Manual, No AC. Cheers

http://www.e30zone.net/e30zonewiki/inde ... g#Radiator

Basically, you need a radiator for an M10 engined car. I'm running an auto rad in a manual and it doesn't have any problems, so if you're going second hand, you can live with an auto rad. However, brand new, a manual radiator will most likely be cheaper.

Carparts4less have a Nissens manual rad for (alright brand) for £82. Just got to shop around. It's all about how much money you have. A 2nd hand radiator might be fine for another 10 years or might give up in 2 months, it's just a gamble.

What is wrong with your radiator and why is it unrepairable?

Losing a lot of fluid. Took it a local radiator guy and he said it was the top seal but the whole thing is a mess and wasn't worth fixing.

A couple on eBay for 70 delivered so it looks like the way to go.

I just have to man up and pay. Can't really complain, it will be the second over £50 hit I've had to take since buying the thing as a non-runner for £360!

NOOOOO!

Was looking at wrong part. More like £150.

If anyone has a suitable radiator let me know

What are you on about? www.carparts4less.co.uk, put your details in, £82.


http://www.carparts4less.co.uk/cp4l/c/B ... 3f0&000261

Good man. Sorry rush of blood to the head.