i know he wants to turbo it when he gets one n he wants it 2 be very quick. So can anyone advise me on what to look for???
a bit of advice pls???
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moody_bitch
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im thinking of getting my boyfriend an e30 for his birthday coming up in march, the only trouble is.. i know nothing about them!!
i know he wants to turbo it when he gets one n he wants it 2 be very quick. So can anyone advise me on what to look for???
i know he wants to turbo it when he gets one n he wants it 2 be very quick. So can anyone advise me on what to look for???
Hi Mate!... Wow now thats go to me better than socks!! 
You've come to the right place... by evening you'll have all the advice you need, welcome to the zone.
(ps if doesnt work out with you guys...
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lol good luck!
You've come to the right place... by evening you'll have all the advice you need, welcome to the zone.
(ps if doesnt work out with you guys...
)lol good luck!
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Brianmoooore
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Do women like this actually exist!!moody_bitch wrote:im thinking of getting my boyfriend an e30 for his birthday
I'm sure he'd be more than happy with the one you've been looking at on ebay.
Welcome to the zone!
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moody_bitch
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i have thought long and hard about the sexi piece on ebay but i want to join in the fun of building his dream not just buying it already done 
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Brianmoooore
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It gets better! Every fella's dream woman!moody_bitch wrote:i want to join in the fun of building his dream
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tailoutcharlie
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right thats it she cant be real 
however, if you are, would you mind having a chat with my girlfriend.........
however, if you are, would you mind having a chat with my girlfriend.........
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moody_bitch
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so any tips on wat to look 4??? 
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tailoutcharlie
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i'd say 325, great engine for everyday use (if a bit thirsty), lots about and a great base to start turboing supercharging etc. and on the latter, talk to ant on here as i believe he's the guru of all things m20 boost related.
just buy on condition of the shell over the engine as engine parts are far easier to sort than a rusting shell.
good luck
just buy on condition of the shell over the engine as engine parts are far easier to sort than a rusting shell.
good luck
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madaboutthe30
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Yes exactly, make sure that there isnt a lot of rust on the shell, have a look under the carpet in the boot for any rust, go on a hunt, under the arches...wherever you can really.
I would avoid cars driven by youths, SOME youths thrash their cars. (I learnt that the hard way)
If its a high mileage ask about the servicing, regular oil changes, if the timing belt has been changed any time soon...
Ask about where the car has been driven, an e30 with 100k of clean motorway miles, is better than an e30 with 50k miles of driving around the city.
I reckon the best models are the 318is or the 325i the rest can be a bit underpowered or a bit thirsty for what there worth.
Im sure the rest of the zoners can fill you in on what ive missed on
I would avoid cars driven by youths, SOME youths thrash their cars. (I learnt that the hard way)
If its a high mileage ask about the servicing, regular oil changes, if the timing belt has been changed any time soon...
Ask about where the car has been driven, an e30 with 100k of clean motorway miles, is better than an e30 with 50k miles of driving around the city.
I reckon the best models are the 318is or the 325i the rest can be a bit underpowered or a bit thirsty for what there worth.
Im sure the rest of the zoners can fill you in on what ive missed on
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--- Z4M Coupe - daily driver
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--- Z4M Coupe - daily driver
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moody_bitch
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thanx 4 the tips hun, think im gunna be looking for a 325i as he has had a 318is and hes wanting something quicker
plus i want it to be quicker too!!
plus i want it to be quicker too!!
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tailoutcharlie
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think you'll find you fit in rather well round here 
look out tho i think maxfield is from around your way
look out tho i think maxfield is from around your way
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lmao, yeah the ol 4 pot is nothing compared to the inline six... although some would say the i.s is better.... dont listen!!! they are in denial!moody_bitch wrote:thanx 4 the tips hun, think im gunna be looking for a 325i as he has had a 318is and hes wanting something quicker
plus i want it to be quicker too!!
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tailoutcharlie
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christ! dont open that one up again 
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moody_bitch wrote:thanx 4 the tips hun, think im gunna be looking for a 325i as he has had a 318is and hes wanting something quicker
plus i want it to be quicker too!!
Hahaha you should have been here a few days ago. Out of the mouths of innocents!!!
The four pot boys are going to love you for that comment!!
In truth, just get an e30 with a solid shell, regardless of engine. Then look at an engine swap. The e36 engine range has a couple lumps which give out of the box gains. Plus, I'm led to believe, will respond to forced induction very well.
I agree.Rosc0PColtrane wrote:moody_bitch wrote:thanx 4 the tips hun, think im gunna be looking for a 325i as he has had a 318is and hes wanting something quicker
plus i want it to be quicker too!!
Hahaha you should have been here a few days ago. Out of the mouths of innocents!!!
The four pot boys are going to love you for that comment!!
In truth, just get an e30 with a solid shell, regardless of engine. Then look at an engine swap. The e36 engine range has a couple lumps which give out of the box gains. Plus, I'm led to believe, will respond to forced induction very well.
Find him a minter little 316/316i/318i for not a lot of money then treat it to some 24v goodness
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moody_bitch
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just round corner......maxfield wrote:Where in Mansfield?
I'm from Woodhouse?
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moody_bitch
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the fella has been on bout wanting a 325i and using a turbo diesel bottom end to then turbo it??? someone pls explain to me
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moody_bitch
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so if i was to get a turbo diesel bottom end, wat model wud i need to get it from to fit??