I'm considering upgrading the 318i cabby.
As I'm a total novice regarding engines, I'd appreciate some advice regarding where to start. The M40 has been no problem, but I'd like to put something bigger under the bonnet.
If you were in my position, what would you opt for, and why.
Much appreciated.
OPTIONS?
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I would and am going an M30 for various reasons. Do a search and have a look at all the conversions people have already done as ultimately it's up to you.
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M30 , because it´s easy, cheap and they are plentyfull.
With only minor changes they really wake up.
With only minor changes they really wake up.
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325 lump, because its cheap and easy
will be back in an E30 oneday soon !
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Hi Turbo or supercharge the m40, (mini superchargers are cheap) or swap in a m5* as you can use the existing gearbox.
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i would go for an m50, depends on money you want to spend or jsut put an m20 in their which is nice and straight forward.
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m50 if its a cheap job for nice poke,s50b32 for power,and if money is no issue then active autowerke supercharged s54 
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oh the choices are endless depending on price.
we had a massive talk about this on another cab and it came down to a m30 i think as it was the best to cruise around in?
easy driving with the m30 is great but the m20 would be much easier as the engine mounts and exhaust are there ready and will be way cheaper.
we had a massive talk about this on another cab and it came down to a m30 i think as it was the best to cruise around in?
easy driving with the m30 is great but the m20 would be much easier as the engine mounts and exhaust are there ready and will be way cheaper.
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depends on how much cash you have spare to spend on the project but if its power your after whatever engine you choose make sure it f/i for easier cheaper future power upgrades. if your thinking about non bmw conversions budget for £5000+. whatever price you get quoted for any conversion ,double it as that will be more like the final cost once its up and running.