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1982 BMW 323i 'M20B25 Swap'

Asking $17,000
1982 BMW 323i 'M20B25 Swap'

Overview

Sporting a more powerful M20B25 engine from a E30 325is, this Euro-spec E21 323i is wearing some worthy upgrades to make it more engaging to drive on the backroads. Bilstein B8 dampers have recently been fitted to improve handling, and a lightened flywheel makes the engine more responsive. It has been repainted in its original color and has seen some recent work to get it ready for its next adventure.

  • 286,000
  • Clean
  • 2.5L Inline-6
  • 5-Speed Manual
  • Ascot Gray
  • Parchment
  • WBAAH3105C8401902
  • Jonathan P.
  • Private Party
  • Warwick, RI
  • Available

Modifications

  • •M20B25 Engine (E30 325is)
  • •BavAuto High Performance Chip
  • •Split Headers
  • •Aluminum Radiator
  • •Lightened BavAuto Sport Flywheel
  • •Korman Short Shift Kit
  • •Ireland Engineering Billet Differential Mount
  • •Bilstein B8 Struts / Shocks
  • •Ascot Grey Repaint (2015)
  • •Italvolanti Steering Wheel
  • •Rennstall Type 3 Shift Knob
  • •15" MIM Wheels

Recent Maintenance

  • •Bilstein B8 Struts / Shocks (08/2026)
  • •Ireland Engineering Billet Differential Mount (08/2026)
  • •Valve Cover Gasket (08/2026)
  • •Aluminum Radiator (03/2026)
  • •Transmission Fluid Flush (03/2026)
  • •Tie Rod Boot (03/2026)
  • •Wheel Alignment (03/2026)
  • •Continental ExtremeContact Tires (03/2026)
  • •Heater Repair (03/2026)
  • •Crack-free Dashboard (03/2026)
  • •Rennstall Type 3 Shift Knob (03/2026)
  • •Hella H4 Headlights (06/2025)
  • •Hella H1 Headlight Bulbs (06/2025)
  • •Italvolanti Steering Wheel (06/2025)
  • •Momo Steering Wheel Hub (06/2025)
  • •OEM Timing Belt (05/2025)
  • •OEM Water Pump (05/2025)
  • •Engine Oil Change (Liqui Moly 5W-40) (04/2025)
  • •Tie Rods (04/2025)
  • •Trailing Arm Bushings (04/2025)
  • •Wheel Alignment (04/2025)

Seller notes

  • •Engine swapped in 2000
  • •Gray market Euro 323i (federalized in 1983)
Asking $17,000
 
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