E30 Zone

Anyone know where to find the engine number on an 88 e34 3.5 m30?

had a good look around the intake side of block, cant seem to spot it..

should have bloody looked when it was out

cheers

Frankie what for? Are you declaring it on the log book? I wouldn't bother mate, just make sure you are insured for the engine change.

It's been discussed a few times, it can open up a world of shit with the DVLA and on old cars AFAIK it doesn't really matter on the log book

ah, yes was going to do just that, but if its gonna kick up a load of grief think I'll just leave well alone..

Have it insured for 3.5 so I guess thats the legit part...

There was a discussion on here about it a couple of months back, I'm sure others will confirm?

I think the DVLA want engineers reports and allsorts if you declare it

And possibly a VIC test etc

Boot lid is badged up with 335i, I bet the first sharp eyed traffic division that spots it will have plenty to say in my ear when it comes back as 2.5

but I can live with that

I changed mine on the log book. Still shows a 325 but 3430cc


Just need a recipt from a vat reg garage if you know someone.

Engine number is on a machined flat to the right of the inlet side engine mount, just above the block:sump interface.

You often need to use a wire brush and Jenolite to see the numbers though.

I was going to ask this question as my log book still says 320i, but it has always been insured as a 3.5. The insurance won't get funny with the fact the log book still says the standard engine size if you ever had to make a claim then?

Speedtouch wrote:Engine number is on a machined flat to the right of the inlet side engine mount, just above the block:sump interface.

Thats for an M20 Maurice.

M30 number is just above the starter motor, yours will start 34 6K B.



As for DVLA i just sent my log book off with new engine number and cc, came back good! my log book says its a 325i but cc is 3430.