320i SE or 318is?

[GrindCulture]

320 ftw!! with the option of chucking an engine that the i.s could never match...

If you're going to look at it like that, iS's are ideal for M50 swaps, and that'll crush your measly 12v

[magpie]

^ nice 1 grindy

[Raw_Wheel_Drive]

Compared to the M20 it's a holograph of an engine.

Holograph ???? Do you know what a holograph is ?

Do you know what a hologrpah is.

The M42 is so hi-tech, that it exists as mere refractions of light, only showing enough hollow form to bewilder the mortals who gaze this futuristic feat of engineering.

A bit of humour wasted on you. 'Capri' Rob.

[Alex]

all us 4 pot wronguns have method in out madness

[iDreamBeemer]

between the 2 I'd have to go with the iS. Its going to give you a lot more. The iS may cost slightly more but you often get more car, sports seats suspension and all round discs are a biggie in my book.

Its also cheaper to insure and run than a 320 so while you may pay slightly less up front it may end up costing you more.

[griff87]

Id get the one which is less rusty

[Raw_Wheel_Drive]

What he said!

It's no bloody contest, this thread was always going to be a waste of time.

[SUMPCRACKER]

320- Like sleeeping with your sister, has all the right parts but its just not right.

318- May as well buy a Golf.

you need a 325i or e36ness.

[Alex]

318- May as well buy a Golf.

318is there is a difference

[SUMPCRACKER]

I could not say that - too many of you have bought IS cars, its your mistake, dont want to rub it in..

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[GrindCulture]

Now let's see how long before this gets locked

[Blitz]

or 323i. But its hard to find.

[SUMPCRACKER]

or 323i. But its hard to find.

Well worth trying to find IMO, a propper classic E30.
Dog leg and LSD option

[capri_rob]

Compared to the M20 it's a holograph of an engine.

Holograph ???? Do you know what a holograph is ?

Do you know what a hologrpah is.

The M42 is so hi-tech, that it exists as mere refractions of light, only showing enough hollow form to bewilder the mortals who gaze this futuristic feat of engineering.

A bit of humour wasted on you. 'Capri' Rob.

Well firstly "Raw_Wheel_Drive"I have no idea what a hologrpah is.

A holograph is a document written entirely in the handwriting of the person whose signature it bears.

I guess you are talking about a hologram which is something else entirely.

Can I retract all of my previous statements which may have confused you. I bow to your superior knowledge of the BMW marque and all things 4-pot.

[Alex]

at my age a 323i seems cheaper to insure than a 320i

if i had 3k i would buy this

http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C43955/

[SUMPCRACKER]

That is retro cool.
I love it,even the early shape gearknob and the 4 spoke.

[capri_rob]

at my age a 323i seems cheaper to insure than a 320i

if i had 3k i would buy this

http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C43955/

Looks tidy - they look like highback Recaros too

[Alex]

at my age a 323i seems cheaper to insure than a 320i

if i had 3k i would buy this

http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C43955/

Looks tidy - they look like highback Recaros too

its been for sale for ages, i wonder if its as good in the flesh

[robbo86]

Nice. Highback recaros and 4 spoke bus wheel. What an odd combination.

[capri_rob]

Nothing a cheapy Tech 1 wheel off the bay won't sort out

[bss325i]

As much as i hate Baurs, i like that.

Highbacks in a Baur with the 4 spoke is odd.

My first E30, a gloss black D reg 2dr 325i had an odd spec of,

Highbacks,
14" Bottle tops
Mtech suspension
open diff
Sport/SE leather steering wheel

[Alex]

As much as i hate Baurs, i like that.

Highbacks in a Baur with the 4 spoke is odd.

My first E30, a gloss black D reg 2dr 325i had an odd spec of,

Highbacks,
14" Bottle tops
Mtech suspension
open diff
Sport/SE leather steering wheel

bottle tops

wierd combo, but if i orderd a new car i would order wierd options just to be different

[capri_rob]

As much as i hate Baurs, i like that.

Highbacks in a Baur with the 4 spoke is odd.

My first E30, a gloss black D reg 2dr 325i had an odd spec of,

Highbacks,
14" Bottle tops
Mtech suspension
open diff
Sport/SE leather steering wheel

Nice Did you keep it that spec ?

[bss325i]

As much as i hate Baurs, i like that.

Highbacks in a Baur with the 4 spoke is odd.

My first E30, a gloss black D reg 2dr 325i had an odd spec of,

Highbacks,
14" Bottle tops
Mtech suspension
open diff
Sport/SE leather steering wheel

bottle tops

wierd combo, but if i orderd a new car i would order wierd options just to be different

With 195/60 tyres, an open diff and a healthy high comp B25 it was an animal in the wet!

Another car i miss! D***VPK

[Jamsy]

Wow, i'm surprised at the response Ive had from this thread.
Looks like there is a lot of different opinions out there. I didnt really know much about the either of the two cars because the only option for me was always the 325i sport but as I said I am looking for something a good bit cheaper now.

This thread has been very helpful finding out the different specs and especially peoples opinions and experiences so cheers guys.....

... and definately not a waste of time!!!!

What he said!

It's no bloody contest, this thread was always going to be a waste of time.

[Blitz]

That is retro cool.
I love it,even the early shape gearknob and the 4 spoke.

You cant beat non ergonomic knob.

[djk]

You cant beat non ergonomic knob.

Dunno, mine's not that ergonomic and I beat that quite a lot?

[Jon_Bmw]

Blitz, where did you get the 'tech1' emblem from. I thought it had gone NLA and my BMW dealer said the same thing. Had to pay £6 for the shitty later type with the M in the middle.

[robbo86]

Blitz, where did you get the 'tech1' emblem from. I thought it had gone NLA and my BMW dealer said the same thing. Had to pay £6 for the shitty later type with the M in the middle.

I beleive your correct, probably an ebay copy, but I am sure Blitz will shed light on it in due course.

[SUMPCRACKER]

That is retro cool.
I love it,even the early shape gearknob and the 4 spoke.

You cant beat non ergonomic knob.

They make the whole driving expierience nicer!!
That late piece of poo is awfull, Actually flexes.
Here is mine,wooden but the same shape.

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[magpie]

Now let's see how long before this gets locked

i do like this
holograph of an engine.

Do you know what a hologrpah is.

The M42 is so hi-tech, that it exists as mere refractions of light, only showing enough hollow form to bewilder the mortals who gaze this futuristic feat of engineering.

A bit of humour wasted on you. 'Capri' Rob.

320- Like sleeeping with your sister, has all the right parts but its just not right.


6 pot alcho pot

[robbo86]

Wrong thread Magpie?

[magpie]

pardon!

[SUMPCRACKER]

Back on topic,
Im not a 2.0 fan but I think you will get a much nicer car for the money and they still sound lovely.
If you are not interested in going fast and just want to enjoy a bit of bmw motoring its the one.

Also you have options with this-
A) Fit a 2.5 Throttle body,zone chip,decent filter and exhaust and get 150bhp.

B) Buy a dead rusty 2.5 car and spend a weekend swapping the engine/box - very easy.

The one in my sig pic was a 2.0 and cost £150,bought a 2.5 donor car for £250- job done.

[magpie]

and have 45mm legs and drum brakes,