@@kaylalugo2075 Do it! Find a good platform that is pretty cheap to get into and start collecting parts and more importantly tools. All the info you need is online (forums, TH-cam ect..).
Yeah e30's are getting really expensive now .... you used to be able to pick up a shell for like 100 bucks and an engine and manual swap for like 600 easily but now with everyone doing m50 swaps the getrag manual transmissions are getting really spendy to a point where im struggling to find one for my next build :/
Oh that engine rev noise. How I miss it. I had 2 ‘87 528e’s. One manual with leather and other auto with cloth. A ‘85 325e 5 speed 2 door with cloth, notice yours in the video with manual roof. Mine was power and had the full computer. Then lastly the car I wish I never sold, ‘88 325ic stick White black top crimson leather. Such a blast.
The Lachssilber 325 is really good condition. A lot of interior work, but all manageable. Btw the worn out stickers on the a/c button etc can be replaced. 325i Sunroof, a/c (very rare in Germany) M-Technik 1 steering wheel (500$ in Germany) and the sport seats. Really cool car. Btw the rusty chrome around the front window can be replaced for small money! Thanks for the learning track learnt a lot about my beloved car model.
I noticed that you went over this pretty good last year what do you do if it’s an 1986 320i. Because this German vehicle does not have all the Vin numbers that Americans do
Typical: short shifter and upgraded steering wheel but the rest of the interior is trashed 🙄. This is what we consider in good shape now. E30s need the equivalent to a child services hotline to report abuse.
im trying to buy my first BMW e30 convertible, and this video really helped me see the things I need to check out but is there anything else I should be looking for on the convertible version?
Too many hoarders holding on to 5 or more, too many nobjockeys charging 3-4x more than they are worth. Hardly any for sale in a condition you would want to drive it if you owned a typical 80,000 mile 8 year old example second hand back then. You are not going to get a bargain these days and even finding a nice set of BBS wheels on sale from somebody who isn't high/a joker is going to be a monumental effort. The party is over for getting that 325i Sport you always promised yourself in the early nineties people.
I think the real question is "where" to find an e30 these days? I had a '91 325i and was rear ended one day 😭 have been looking for another one ever since
The engine. The "e" has the m20b27, 2.7 liter 121 hp @ 4250 rpm 170 lb⋅ft @ 3250 rpm redline @ 5000 rpm. The "i" has the m20b25, 169 hp @ 5800 rpm 167 lb⋅ft @ 4000 rpm redline @ 6500 rpm. The "e" engine is designed for efficiency but it has a lower broader torque curve so if you swap out the 2.75:1 diff it comes with for a 3.25:1 one you get a great daily driver. You don't have to rev it to get it to move.
Lachsilber is Salmon Silver. Not Silver Lake. Battery would be in the rear in a 325, unless it’s a very, so of course there’s no rust in the one up front. Early 318 had them in front.
Nice video! Question on the sunroof video I don’t see any other video of what u mentioned. I have a 84 manual sunroof and when I had recently purchased the car I tried opening the sunroof and felt the wire inside snap or something on the rail I can spin the handle but just hear the wires move but sunroof doesn’t so not sure how to fix that no way of popping it up or down :(
I've always had a fondness for the "eta"s the underestimated American brother to the 325i. Their lower broader torque curve makes them great daily drivers. If you swap out the too tall 2.75:1 diff for a 3.25 - 3.45:1 it gives them a whole new personality.
Fabulous car the E30👍 There are 2 convertibles where I live one sitting in the road white GReg and an H reg in a drive I wish someone could give these great cars a good home I just cannot unfortunately 😏
Hi plz i need your help can you tell me how i can be sure that the engine is matching number with the chassi of an e30 i have tje vin number but where is the location on the chassi that show me the nupber of the engine
I don't think that buying a 30yo vintage car is good for a first car. things will be breaking and other things will break when you try taking things apart. expect rust that will need to be addressed. that said, many have had it for a first car. if you have the tools, skills and finances then sure. if you don't then I suggest getting something newer.
Bad ones need to be saved too!
True, I’m kinda considering getting into cars as projects but I’ve never touched a car 😅
@@kaylalugo2075 Do it! Find a good platform that is pretty cheap to get into and start collecting parts and more importantly tools. All the info you need is online (forums, TH-cam ect..).
Yeah e30's are getting really expensive now .... you used to be able to pick up a shell for like 100 bucks and an engine and manual swap for like 600 easily but now with everyone doing m50 swaps the getrag manual transmissions are getting really spendy to a point where im struggling to find one for my next build :/
Thanks for this, this is exactly what I need as I'm on the search for my first E30! Can't wait to see more content from y'all!
did u get it?
@@myeditedhandle Sure did! Found a decent one with almost 0 rust. Rust was my main concern.
@@mrsinister23 awesome man!
Oh that engine rev noise. How I miss it.
I had 2 ‘87 528e’s. One manual with leather and other auto with cloth. A ‘85 325e 5 speed 2 door with cloth, notice yours in the video with manual roof. Mine was power and had the full computer. Then lastly the car I wish I never sold, ‘88 325ic stick White black top crimson leather. Such a blast.
Just a nitpicky thing, but a car made in 7/86 would likely be an 87 model year actually
Nice video 👍🏻
A Lachs is noch a lake it’s a salmon. So the colour is salmon silver
The Lachssilber 325 is really good condition. A lot of interior work, but all manageable. Btw the worn out stickers on the a/c button etc can be replaced. 325i Sunroof, a/c (very rare in Germany) M-Technik 1 steering wheel (500$ in Germany) and the sport seats. Really cool car. Btw the rusty chrome around the front window can be replaced for small money! Thanks for the learning track learnt a lot about my beloved car model.
I noticed that you went over this pretty good last year what do you do if it’s an 1986 320i. Because this German vehicle does not have all the Vin numbers that Americans do
Loved the video great informative one subscription is in order keep it up
How to buy a good e30: Find one 🙄
Pls continue with this content dont go off e 30 .subbed #96
Joss Mas Brow!!
Typical: short shifter and upgraded steering wheel but the rest of the interior is trashed 🙄. This is what we consider in good shape now. E30s need the equivalent to a child services hotline to report abuse.
God loves you
I hate it I hate it I hate it when people put their grubby greasy little hands on any of the crystal
Who can I talk to that has an E30 or has any experience with it?? Someone that’s real please respond here??
What’s your instagram, I just need help with a layout
Where can you buy a bmw e30 I can't find any online
uhhh... there are lots online. if all else fails there is bring a trailer
O have a 1989 325i conv for sale 100 miles great condition second owner
@@louisrazzo6173 how much ?
@@KevinRodriguez1995 Hi is going sorry
im trying to buy my first BMW e30 convertible, and this video really helped me see the things I need to check out but is there anything else I should be looking for on the convertible version?
I own 1987 BMW E30 325IC (convertible) I'm second owner 168k miles Red exterior and black interior, Automatic . I will be selling it soon.
@@simonh9653 how much the prices there?
Too many hoarders holding on to 5 or more, too many nobjockeys charging 3-4x more than they are worth. Hardly any for sale in a condition you would want to drive it if you owned a typical 80,000 mile 8 year old example second hand back then. You are not going to get a bargain these days and even finding a nice set of BBS wheels on sale from somebody who isn't high/a joker is going to be a monumental effort. The party is over for getting that 325i Sport you always promised yourself in the early nineties people.
I think the real question is "where" to find an e30 these days? I had a '91 325i and was rear ended one day 😭 have been looking for another one ever since
What’s the difference between an “e” and an “I”?
The engine. The "e" has the m20b27, 2.7 liter 121 hp @ 4250 rpm 170 lb⋅ft @ 3250 rpm redline @ 5000 rpm. The "i" has the m20b25, 169 hp @ 5800 rpm 167 lb⋅ft @ 4000 rpm redline @ 6500 rpm. The "e" engine is designed for efficiency but it has a lower broader torque curve so if you swap out the 2.75:1 diff it comes with for a 3.25:1 one you get a great daily driver. You don't have to rev it to get it to move.
Lachsilber is Salmon Silver. Not Silver Lake.
Battery would be in the rear in a 325, unless it’s a very, so of course there’s no rust in the one up front. Early 318 had them in front.
Nice video! Question on the sunroof video I don’t see any other video of what u mentioned. I have a 84 manual sunroof and when I had recently purchased the car I tried opening the sunroof and felt the wire inside snap or something on the rail I can spin the handle but just hear the wires move but sunroof doesn’t so not sure how to fix that no way of popping it up or down :(
Lachs-SIlber isnt Lake Silver, its Salmon Silver ;)
Thank you for the video, i found an e30 today and im going to check it out tomorrow. your help on what to look out for was very helpful
For sale a 1989 325i convertible great condition second owner 100 M
Great video, can you make a video on changing the diff on a 325e?
That engine does not sound healthy
I've always had a fondness for the "eta"s the underestimated American brother to the 325i. Their lower broader torque curve makes them great daily drivers. If you swap out the too tall 2.75:1 diff for a 3.25 - 3.45:1 it gives them a whole new personality.
The 2.7liter eta engine without kat is the preferred engine for tuning in Germany
That m3 needs to be fixed
Shifter is horrible.
Crap audio.
Fabulous car the E30👍
There are 2 convertibles where I live one sitting in the road white GReg and an H reg in a drive I wish someone could give these great cars a good home I just cannot unfortunately 😏
Hi plz i need your help can you tell me how i can be sure that the engine is matching number with the chassi of an e30 i have tje vin number but where is the location on the chassi that show me the nupber of the engine
All these VIN stickers all over the car are US market only. The European cars didn’t have them.
Already subscribed (#90) . Very informative. You just need a wireless mic and you are set. Hope your channel grow ! It will
Great video. I’m looking to buy my first e30. Is the high transmission sound normal for an e30?
I guess this helps, im trying go get my first car, mainly for school/working i guess
And this one actuually, works!
Cool guy, cool video! I subscribed. Thanks
Where did you get that cool e30 t shirt. I want one!
You can't buy e good E30 , because there is no such XAXAXAXAXAXAXAXAXAXAXA retard ............
The best bmw ever made I think great car
Bloody hell that’s incredible
I will like to buy that car 🚗 from you
doing this video in the rain is insane thanks
God bless everyone have a great day be safe
sub #102 ! got a 88 vert, love the e30 content
nice video, thanks!
Informative; thank you.
Does 316i/318i is good for first car ?
I don't think that buying a 30yo vintage car is good for a first car. things will be breaking and other things will break when you try taking things apart. expect rust that will need to be addressed. that said, many have had it for a first car. if you have the tools, skills and finances then sure. if you don't then I suggest getting something newer.
I got one for my first car lol I’m in California so there’s no rust on mine but my car hasn’t had any problems I just need a new battery