What is a good price for E30 M3
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this is what i got as differences
What distinguishes a Euro-spec E30 M3 mechanically from a North American version?
Except for a different air intake arrangement, the North American-spec E30 M3 carries essentially the same powerplant as the early catalyst-equipped European-spec model. It is rated at 192 hp (SAE) at 6,750 rpm, which translates to a European rating of about 195 hp (DIN). Torque is an identical 170 lb/ft at 4,750 rpm. The only significant powertrain difference concerns the gearbox, which is a Getrag 260 with a standard shift pattern, as opposed to the European-spec model’s close-ratio Getrag box with its dogleg first gear location. The use of the conventional shift gate was determined to be more easily acceptable to Americans, and the wider ratios (shared with the E30 325i) are offset by a shorter 4.10:1 final drive.
What distinguishes a Euro-spec E30 M3 mechanically from a North American version?
Except for a different air intake arrangement, the North American-spec E30 M3 carries essentially the same powerplant as the early catalyst-equipped European-spec model. It is rated at 192 hp (SAE) at 6,750 rpm, which translates to a European rating of about 195 hp (DIN). Torque is an identical 170 lb/ft at 4,750 rpm. The only significant powertrain difference concerns the gearbox, which is a Getrag 260 with a standard shift pattern, as opposed to the European-spec model’s close-ratio Getrag box with its dogleg first gear location. The use of the conventional shift gate was determined to be more easily acceptable to Americans, and the wider ratios (shared with the E30 325i) are offset by a shorter 4.10:1 final drive.
But what makes an e30 M3 and E30 M3......dog leg gearbox, direct lineage to a European Touring Car. What did BMW USA create a 325i with an M3 body.
I would buy the car if you are happy with its paperwork, it is accident and corrosion free and drives well, then set about returning to its former European glory.
I would buy the car if you are happy with its paperwork, it is accident and corrosion free and drives well, then set about returning to its former European glory.
mark.c said:
Have a look around S14power.com, lots of knowledge on there with several US spec car owners who Im sure can fill in any gaps.Its not uncommon to hear US cars being retro fitted with dogleg boxes and changing diff ratio's.
Regards
Mark
Given that it's dirt cheap and likely to have better escaped the wrath of Lord Tinworm, I should think it's a veritable bargain Regards
Mark
Spend a couple of $$$$ on the 'box and diff' swap and I should think you'll have yourself a very merry Christmas.
Im thinking about selling mine soon, if that helps at all.
Here's a few pictures taken by the rather brilliant Alisdair Cusick for an upcoming Total 911 article. Car was filthy at the time as I'd just done a 4 hour journey in the pissing rain to get to the location. Still looks pretty nice though, in my opinion. But then I would say that, wouldn't I?
It is/ has:
Here's a few pictures taken by the rather brilliant Alisdair Cusick for an upcoming Total 911 article. Car was filthy at the time as I'd just done a 4 hour journey in the pissing rain to get to the location. Still looks pretty nice though, in my opinion. But then I would say that, wouldn't I?
It is/ has:
- 1988 2.3 M3
- engine totally standard
- 89k on this engine
- total bare metal respray 1 year ago
- lightweight wings and bonnets with tie downs
- baffled sump
- lowered ratio Russ Cockburn made differential
- bilstein shocks
- eibach springs
- eibach adjustable top mounts
- eibach anti roll bars
- fully polybushed
- carbon air-intakes/ ducting/ fog-light delete
- braided brake lines and uprated fluid.
- uprated discs and pads (with new still in box extra uprated pads, too).
- schnitzer strut brace.
- recaro pole position seats with full harnesses
- evo airbox
- bmc airfilter
- carbon mirrors
- full omp roll cage
- omp alcantara steering wheel
- flocked dash and front door cards
- carbon rear door cards and bulkhead/ floor trim
- new radiator and electric fan.
- z3m quick shift
- removable bumpers
- evo splitter and rear spoiler
- new oil cooler
- super sprint rear section and back box
- black kidney grills
- black chequer floor trim and footrest
- brand new conti sport contacts 2's on the black BBS wheels (300 miles old)
- spare set of CSL-type 18's with 500 mile set of Marangonis Zetalineas (was planning on them being track wheels).
- full extra set of Zetalineas for the bbs's 16's on the car (still got labels on, as delivered)
- extendable map/ nav lights.
- serviced 3 weeks ago
- 12 months tax
- 11 months mot
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