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1986 BMW 325e 'M52 Swap'

Listed for $18,000Sold
1986 BMW 325e 'M52 Swap'
1986 BMW 325e 'M52 Swap'
1986 BMW 325e 'M52 Swap'
1986 BMW 325e 'M52 Swap'
1986 BMW 325e 'M52 Swap'
1986 BMW 325e 'M52 Swap'
1986 BMW 325e 'M52 Swap'
1986 BMW 325e 'M52 Swap'
1986 BMW 325e 'M52 Swap'
1986 BMW 325e 'M52 Swap'
1986 BMW 325e 'M52 Swap'
1986 BMW 325e 'M52 Swap'
1986 BMW 325e 'M52 Swap'
1986 BMW 325e 'M52 Swap'
1986 BMW 325e 'M52 Swap'
1986 BMW 325e 'M52 Swap'
1986 BMW 325e 'M52 Swap'
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Reach out to the owner of this 1986 BMW 325e 'M52 Swap'

1986 BMW 325e 'M52 Swap'

Starting its life as a fuel-sipping ‘Eta’, this E30 325e has had its motor swapped for a more powerful and modern M52 with a ZF 5-speed manual. A long list of mods have been fitted to give it more go and more grip. A lighter flywheel reduces rotational inertia and lets the motor spin more freely, and a limited-slip differential helps it power out of the corners. We are fond of the purple wrap, which promises fun that we are confident it delivers in spades.

  • 150,000
  • Clean
  • UnknownInformation

    Car history report

    Reported accidents are collisions that have been recorded by Carfax and AutoCheck through police reports or insurance claims. 

    Accidents usually aren’t deal-breakers, but they can affect the condition and value of the vehicle. We always recommend Carfax and AutoCheck reports followed by a pre-purchase inspection (PPI) - even if there are no accidents listed as some accidents go unreported.

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  • 3.0L Inline-6
  • 5-Speed Manual
  • Inozetec Midnight Purple Wra
  • Black
  • Marcus S.
  • Private Party
  • Bardstown, KY

Modifications

  • M52 Engine
  • Welded Oil Pump Nut
  • S52 Exhaust Manifold
  • Haltech Elite 750 ECU
  • Premium Harness
  • Standalone Fuse Box
  • WB1 Wideband
  • Sheet Metal Intake Box
  • Condor Speed Shop Engine Bushings
  • ZF 5-Speed Transmission
  • Solid Transmission Bushings
  • JBR Mid-Weight Flywheel
  • ACT HD Clutch Disc
  • Spec Stage 5 Pressure Plate
  • RTD Body-mounted Shifter
  • DSS 1-piece Chromoly Drive Shaft
  • 2.93 Limited-Slip Differential
  • Reman Axles
  • Walbro 255 Fuel Pump
  • Intake Pump Conversion
  • Fuelab Large Inline Fuel Filter
  • ISC Track Coilovers
  • Stainless Steel Brake Lines
  • Wilwood Master Cylinder
  • Brake Bias Knob
  • H&R Sway Bars
  • Adjustable M3 Style Front End Links
  • Centric Blank Rotors Front / Rear
  • StopTech Brake Pads
  • Eccentric Camber / Toe Adjustments
  • Condor Speed Shop Bushings
  • AKG Rear Subframe Bushings
  • Recaro LS Seats
  • Condor Front Door Card Delete
  • Renown Steering Wheel
  • Rebuilt Cluster
  • Euro Bumpers
  • Mtech 1 Kit
  • 5-lug Swapped
  • E36 M3 Front Hubs / Brakes
  • E46 M3 Rear Hubs / Brakes
  • 17" BBS RK Wheels

Known Flaws

  • Radio needs replacing
  • Dash is cracked
  • Needs tone ring in diff replaced for speedometer to work
SoldListed for $18,000
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