The Italian m3! Yes it has a dog leg trans. This is in excellent shape. Needs a few things done but nothing i would cry over. Can't believe I got my hands on one. Who knows when ill see another.

I’m going to be looking at an s52 swapped e30 soon and I’m looking for advice on what to look out for. I’ve owned many bmws (many 2002s, an e24, and an e46 m3) but I’ve never had an e30 or one with an engine swap. It started as a 325e and it’s supposed to have the following:

s52 swap from 97 m3 vert - 147k miles on motor

-Kassel tuned ECU

-ZF 5 speed w lightweight fly- same mileage

-2.93 LSD

-M50 intake swap

-E36 suspension throughout, 5 lug

The swap is apparently 5 years old and has roughly 2000 miles on it.

He said it has a few issues:

brake booster should be replaced because brakes don’t feel very strong

Rpm doesn’t work: not hooked up at the moment, cluster from a late 885 head car and is not compatible

The car looks very clean and has no rust. He’s asking 18k. Is this a fair price? I’m just a bit worried buying someone else’s project. If anyone has any advice on what to look for when seeing the car in person I would really appreciate it.

Hey everyone,

Just wanted to share a few things I've been designing and making for the E30.

I've been working on some practical interior upgrades, mainly cup holders, USB chargers and storage compartments. The idea is pretty simple: make the E30 interior a bit more convenient for everyday use without taking away from its original look.

Everything is designed and made by me, and each piece is hand finished before shipping.

Here's what I've made so far:

• Fast USB charger – a convenient way to charge your phone and other devices.
• Cup holders – a practical way to add cup holders to the E30 interior.

I make everything in small batches and ship worldwide.

If there's something else you've always wished your E30 had, let me know. I'm always looking for ideas for new parts.

For anyone interested, here are the links:

Cup holders:
https://uniquedm.shop/products/bmw-e30-cup-holders-premium

Fast USB charger:
https://uniquedm.shop/products/bmw-e24-e28-e30-dual-usb-c-phone-charger

Thanks for checking out my little project!

When I went to look at their site, they have a tariff disclaimer. I guess I missed it when ordering. I never thought twice about ordering from another country, other than the extra shipping time. Thanks you, makeup-wearing buffoon.

Hey guys, so I don’t know if buying one of these will just lead to more headaches but I’ve been wanting one for the longest and I just want to know if it’s worth it and how good they are in terms of reliability. I found these two listed. Let me know what you guys think

Single stage paint polishes up so nice.

I'm debating with myself whether to engine swap my E30. Right now it has the injected M10, and for a weekend car, around 100hp just isn't enough. These are the options I'm thinking about:
Turbo the current engine
M42 swap
M52B28 swap
The M52 has by far the best power-to-cost ratio, aluminium block is light and there are plenty of those engines around in Europe.
The M42 is period correct, and there are lots of them from E36s, but finding the parts to fit one into an E30 is difficult, not to mention finding a complete M42 swap.
A turbo M10 is the most work (standalone ECU, rebuilding the injection system, crank sensor, etc.), and I'm not sure I can do it without modding the engine itself.
What I'm worried about is weight distribution after m52 swap since it’s a longer engine. I don't care that much about being period correct, but a turbo M10 sounds really appealing. On the other hand, the M10 is bad on gas since it's such an old design, and the M42 has its own issues too.
What would you do? Anyone here done one of these swaps? What are your thoughts?

I have an m52 2.5l from a z3 swapped into an 86 e30. It was running okay but now it will only start and run for a second and then immediately dies. I have checked and it's getting 12v to the fuel pump. 40 psi or so to the fuel rail. It has brand new fuel pressure regulator and new injectors. New spark plugs. I have tried a new mass air flow sensor and I have tried starting it with the maf unplugged with no changes. I'm stumped why it would start acting like this.

Set to connect to the new clutch kit and rebuilt box later today. Slightly regretting not zinc plating all the bolts but I can live with this.

Hey everyone, I’m working on swapping my E30 with an M54B30 and currently sorting the fuel system. I have the E39 fuel filter with the built in regulator.

I’m just wondering where people usually mount this. I’ve heard people putting it in the engine bay but I’m unsure what the best spot for it is. Any help is much appreciated, especially if you have a photo of your set up I would love to see it!

Cant really find a widely used source so if you have one and like it thats good enough for me.

Bought this (beautifully) Remanufactured M Tech 2 Wheel for my e36 not knowing it isnt compatible.

$550 shipped. I paid $750 + shipping and tax for it one week ago.

Cheers to all.

Update: SOLD

Pretty much the title. While driving it sits below the centre line but the second I start to slow down it creeps up. I have noticed what I think is a coolant leak but I can’t find where it’s coming from, the coolant light also isn’t coming on and it does work. I was thinking the hoses might need replacing seeing as it’s a 36 year old car but I’m not sure.

Anyone know of common issues or fixes for this. Any help much appreciated 🙏

2022 HD el Diablo LRST heavily modded, cammed
Looking for late model 325is manual

I have a 1985 bmw 325 e coupe

Manual

New suspension work completed at BMW shop in San Diego called Bimmerspeed close to 8,000 dollars ( I know you never get this back but wanted to leave it here since it has new control arms, bushings all around, H&R springs with koni adjustable shocks) completed just this summer 2026

Small rust by rear passenger window

Original BBs RC090 17 inches with brand new Michelin pilot sports 4 all season tires ( about 800 miles)

480,000 miles on odometer. No leaks of engine, but shop told me I have an old power steering hose that needs replacement

A/C does NOT work

Clean title.

I have owned it for 2.5 years.

Interior is blue and passenger window DOES NOT go down, sunroof and driver window work ( power windows)

I’m 30 years old but am looking to move into a sporty sedan around May of 2027.

Been looking and found this on FB Marketplace for $13k. This will be my first older/ "project" car and it seems like a good jump into something that is solid that I can change over time and not have to start from scratch. Thoughts, suggestions, etc ... Thanks for any input

1988 E30 “SUPER ETA”
This car currently has a 2.7 stroker running on a Kassel Performance Alpina B3 performance chip; CLEAN TITLE
~200hp, 6850rpm redline
This car has less than 500 miles since build completion and is a weekend cruiser. The build consists of over 100+ hours and lots of new parts, including:
Koni STR.T (Orange) struts F&R
H&R OE Sport Springs
New Control Arms w/ ball joints
New Control Arm bushings
Inner & Outer tie rods
Strut Mounts (all 4 corners)
New Coolant hoses
New Vacuum lines
New Intake boot
New ICV
New 19# Bosch Injectors
ALL new gaskets and seals on engine
M20B25 head swap with new studs and head gasket
Getrag 260 w/ shifter rebuild
ABS delete
New brake hoses (ALL)
New water pump
New timing belt and tensioner
Aftermarket Oil PSI and Water Temp gauges
and MUCH MUCH MUCH more

Been seeing all the love for old Mercedes so thought I’d share mine. I have both an e30 and 190d. My 190d has a 3SGE engine and trans from a Toyota Altezza. Still working on it. I got a call a couple months ago if I wanted to buy a slightly damaged e30 and now I am on both sides of the fight.

Bought a e30 and these are on the car. i like them, tbh. So im probably keeping them. As the car is on its way to me, im trying to figure out what they are. the previous owner said the wheels are somewhat rare and special, and that he bought them for a ton of money. i truly DONT know what they are. Any help is appreciated!

a feature i’ve wanted to include for a while is finally here 😁

go to notsoclassiccluster.com for the newsletter and wait list.

Hi everyone, I have pioneer 8 inch limpids I wanna install on parcel shelf, any ideas on how to mount them?

Put up my E30 on marketplace to see what I can get for it. Got some decent money, but just got offered a 98 Silverado with a 5.3 swap. Any thoughts?