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Here is my Touring , fresh from the "M50 Doctor"

Its an L reg 316i lux with BMW service history to 79k and independant history until last year when i got it at 125k. A real peach but obviously very underpowered with a 1.6 four pot.

Not now.

Still a fair bit to do but getting there.

Also picked up a set of sports seats in beige that im currently looking at getting repaired. Then ill fit them to match the momo wheel and gearknob and thats pretty much the interior done as already have a fitted a 6 button obc and a period kenwood mask.

Millsy

One of my favourite colours, and the engine looks like it grew there.
Not overly keen on the Steering wheel though.

I just love the way an M50 looks in an E30.

I know what you mean about the wheel (also still unsure on the gearknob too) but its there for 2 reasons, 1 is, as i have just got it back from being m50'd, it feels more "sporty" and less "grandad" so a pair of sports seats, a new wheel and gearknob definately change the feel of the car. the 2nd reason (and the most important one) is that, the car i broke to get some bits for the conversion came with it so it was free. No harm in fitting a freebee as i still have the old wheel just in case

Millsy

Looking good bud What other plans have you got for it?

Ive already fitted the front fogs,


some clear side repeaters, changed the 2 main beam lights as they were very cloudy, replaced a rear light due to a crack. Theres also something aint there.....see here for yesterdays problem
http://www.e30zone.net/modules.php?name ... c&t=161501

Still got to collect a set of 17 inch alpina reps that ive bought and still to lower a bit.

Millsy

themills wrote:

Quality work - looks as though it's always been there.

Pretty clean installation!

DavieP wrote:
Quality work - looks as though it's always been there.

Thats Eko for you

how much does it cost to have an engine conversion like this done??

I like the fact you've kept the 316 badge on it. That should confuse the boy racers! I bet it goes like stink now.

inlovewithRWD wrote:I like the fact you've kept the 316 badge on it. That should confuse the boy racers! I bet it goes like stink now.

+1 The M50 looks right at home in the touring.

Just got an E36 M50, hope it looks that good when it's fitted in my E30,
Just got a few more bits to get (sump etc) & a lot of cleaning / prepping to do first !!

themills wrote: Thats Eko for you

Very true. He always does a first class job.

Yeah any idea on costs - roughly???

looking good, is this one eko did???

From what ive seen i would happily drive to the other end of the country for Eko to m50 mine should that happen in the future

Only just seen the pics Millsy,cleans up a treat
Found that foglight switch too so send me you address etc and ill chuck it in the post.
Mint rear wash/wipe switch if yours is faded too if you want it

Making the engine bay look as tidy as it does isnt hard work and costs virtually nothing extra,bit of time and a initiative go a long way

Rob_316i wrote:Yeah any idea on costs - roughly???

aj_mckay wrote:how much does it cost to have an engine conversion like this done??

Depends on what route you take. Ill let you know what route i took and what parts i scourced (and cost) but it will be up to Tony (Eko) or whoever you get to do it to tell you how much the labour will be.

Millsy

themills wrote:

Rob_316i wrote:Yeah any idea on costs - roughly???

aj_mckay wrote:how much does it cost to have an engine conversion like this done??

Depends on what route you take. Ill let you know what route i took and what parts i scourced (and cost) but it will be up to Tony (Eko) or whoever you get to do it to tell you how much the labour will be.

Millsy

Ball park total would do mate!

Id say £600 ish for all parts, a lot of phone calls etc arranging it and a bit of time collecting/removing parts.
Then whatever/whoever charges for the labour to put it all together.
Theres also a few bits that need modifying/fabricating, exhaust manifolds, engine wiring loom, steering joint, centre box to downpipe connections so theres the cost of that too.
Sounds a lot but once you get your head round what bits are needed its quite simple as most of is bolt together.

Millsy

Sod it, while im here ill list what i can remember.

M50 Engine (complete) from a 325i coupe (and radiator) £200
Exhaust system from a 325i E30 £50
Starter,clutch,flywheel,gear selector & linkage and front prop half from a 325i E30 £70
Brake servo from a 2000 on, plastic wing renault clio £30
Electric fan (from anything as long as its around 15inches i think) £20
Sump, oil pick up pipe, dipstick & tube from a 525i M50 £70
PAS rack and pipes from a 325i M50 (if you are going to do a rack conversion) £60
Exhaust manifolds from a 328i m52 £45

Then what you need new, Antifreeze, engine oil, sump gasket, wire and switch for fan, thermostat, air filter (if you have ABS as the airbox wont fit) engine mount rubbers, and general bits, clips, screws etc call it £100

Theres also some bits that need making/modyfying, engine loom,exhaust manifolds,steering joint but that depends on whos doing it as to what cost

Then finally, theres the labour to put it all together and get it going.

Millsy

And then if you have the likes of a 316i / 318i saloon or 4 door. You would also want to change the suspension and brakes for 325i stuff, do a rear disc conversion and obviously you may as well do the bushes while you are there. Prices can vary greatly imo depending on the route you choose, the current "state" of the car regarding the bushes and that, and if you need to upgrade the brakes and suspension.

themills wrote:Sod it, while im here ill list what i can remember.

M50 Engine (complete) from a 325i coupe (and radiator) £200
Exhaust system from a 325i E30 £50
Starter,clutch,flywheel,gear selector & linkage and front prop half from a 325i E30 £70
Brake servo from a 2000 on, plastic wing renault clio £30
Electric fan (from anything as long as its around 15inches i think) £20
Sump, oil pick up pipe, dipstick & tube from a 525i M50 £70
PAS rack and pipes from a 325i M50 (if you are going to do a rack conversion) £60
Exhaust manifolds from a 328i m52 £45

Then what you need new, Antifreeze, engine oil, sump gasket, wire and switch for fan, thermostat, air filter (if you have ABS as the airbox wont fit) engine mount rubbers, and general bits, clips, screws etc call it £100

Theres also some bits that need making/modyfying, engine loom,exhaust manifolds,steering joint but that depends on whos doing it as to what cost

Then finally, theres the labour to put it all together and get it going.

Millsy

OMG! Been quoted that much just for engine & box.