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Darnoc
Forum Member Joined: 19 Jan 2019 Location: Sheffield Status: Offline Points: 4 |
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Posted: 19 Jan 2019 at 5:57pm |
Hello there,
I am new to this forum. I had a classic mini for a few years, did a full restoration on it and ended up selling it. On to new pastures and looking for an E30 325i. Got to admit, I would love some advice on what to look for when buying? Thanks in advance
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hennabm
Club Member Joined: 10 Aug 2006 Status: Offline Points: 521 |
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One that hasn't been barried - good luck on that one. Depends what you are looking for but many a 325 has been "modified". Some for the better but some not.
Rot in the usual places eg rear subframe mountings on sills; front floor area; rear wheel arches; bulkhead and battery tray area (on lesser models by the bulkhead); sunroof tray to name but a few. Cracked head - is the header tank filling up? Timing belt changed? LSD, if fitted, worn out. There are several publications out there as well outlining what to look for including one by Andy Everett. |
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NickDE
Region Chair North East Chairman Joined: 14 Mar 2015 Location: Newcastle Status: Offline Points: 1124 |
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Not much more to add really - rust, originality, maintenance.
Rust is expensive. Originality is expensive as many trim etc parts are hard to get hold of. Maintenance is a pain if a previous owner has left you list of issues to get on top of. E30's are old enough to need a regular supply of TLC.
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Darnoc
Forum Member Joined: 19 Jan 2019 Location: Sheffield Status: Offline Points: 4 |
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Thanks for the feedback. Some good points to consider and look for 👍
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Cabrio
Register Chair E30 Register & Competition Secretary Joined: 24 Aug 2006 Location: United Kingdom Status: Offline Points: 6625 |
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If you contact the office they have a buyers guide for the E30 you can purchase or Andrews book would give similar info - what budget were you looking at in case I know of one
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E30 Register joint coordinator - Competition Secretary - Contact name Neil for PM and Email - cabrio_e30@yahoo.co.uk - be aware addicted to E numbers
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Darnoc
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Hi, looking to spend less than £9k. I am mechanically minded so getting something that needs a bit of work on isn't a problem. If you do know anyone selling one that would be good.
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Norrie
Club Member Joined: 15 Jul 2012 Status: Offline Points: 4047 |
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There is a nice white E30 Alpina C2 2.7 for sale by BMR at crawley down Sussex. Rare car genuine Sytner conversion, so if you want something slightly different with good performance that might suit you?
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dtg50
Club Member Joined: 23 Apr 2014 Location: United Kingdom Status: Offline Points: 50 |
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If you were to consider an E36 instead I have nice rare genuine Sytner converted Alpina B2.5 Coupe that I am thinking of selling soon.
For more pictures click http://www.thealpinaregister.com/photos/B2/.5/coupe/492001 If you are interested pm me for more details. Cheers, Dean
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Cabrio
Register Chair E30 Register & Competition Secretary Joined: 24 Aug 2006 Location: United Kingdom Status: Offline Points: 6625 |
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What did you want to help you - 2d 4d 5d cabrio etc as then can point you in right direction thanks neil
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E30 Register joint coordinator - Competition Secretary - Contact name Neil for PM and Email - cabrio_e30@yahoo.co.uk - be aware addicted to E numbers
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