BMW Garage | BMW Meets | Register | Today's Posts | Search |
09-13-2024, 11:40 AM | #23 |
Lieutenant
214
Rep 566
Posts |
I have been looking at E90/E92 M3 as well I used to own a E90 335i the prices are certainly up on those and I need to figure rod Bearing into the cost unless they can provide documentation for it being done.
I have looked at E46 M3's as well which I have never felt a connection with not sure why but the S54 is certainly a more exciting engine than a S52 I have looked into Z3M Roadsters as well but not sure if id like it as much even though it has the M3 drivetrain I think getting a E36 M3 is just something I need to get off my bucketlist even if the car might not justify the price.
__________________
2017 M3 Alpine White 6MT
|
Appreciate
0
|
09-13-2024, 01:34 PM | #24 |
Brigadier General
3425
Rep 4,095
Posts |
M539 Restorations has a 2-part series on one, "Project Valencia". The first one is short and about the car and how he gets it. The 2nd is him reworking every issue he knows of. I'd probably call that a "must watch" video. It could tell you a lot about what to look for and help you negotiate a price if you find one you're interested in. And be a great guide for repairs as well if you DIY.
|
Appreciate
1
tcphoto3970.00 |
09-17-2024, 09:24 PM | #26 |
First Lieutenant
329
Rep 387
Posts |
__________________
2013 E92 M3 |Space Grey | Fox Red | Manual
1999 E36 M3 |Hellrot Red | Black | Manual IG: @moya_M3 |
Appreciate
0
|
09-18-2024, 04:36 AM | #27 |
New Member
78
Rep 18
Posts |
The E36 design stands out to let everyone know its a BMW, no question. Your M3 in red looks fabulous there.
If I had spare cash, even if not to drive it, personally I would buy one as a collector. |
Appreciate
0
|
09-18-2024, 07:12 AM | #28 |
New Member
14
Rep 9
Posts |
Yes. /thread |
Appreciate
6
|
09-19-2024, 08:29 AM | #29 |
Captain
523
Rep 856
Posts |
Alpine white 2 door for sale looks pretty good
I thought you would like this Used 1997 BMW M3 for $13500 on Autotrader http://atcm.co/S2PVDP/2B30BA66 Some miles on it but that's about what they're going for. All in all it looks like a pretty decent example. I should probably just get that instead of all the work to strip and clean this one up. Trying to put the timing cover on with the head and oil pan still in place was a bad idea. Didn't work for me. I loosened the oil pan as much as I could but when I put the timing cover back on the next day noticed a part of the head gasket sticking out funny inside of the engine. It's not really easy to do that without damaging it especially if the gasket is all brittle 30 years old.. So the manifolds are off and the head's about to come off, great. All that stuff under the intake manifold needed to be replaced anyway, so not so bad. |
Appreciate
1
wizardofOz78.00 |
09-19-2024, 11:49 AM | #31 |
New Member
6
Rep 11
Posts |
I've been considering selling mine - I've owned it for 15+ years but I just don't drive it anymore.
It's an Estoril coupe with ~135k miles - I'll be giving it some love this winter and may formally list it come Spring. |
Appreciate
0
|
09-19-2024, 02:27 PM | #32 |
Lieutenant
85
Rep 426
Posts |
I'm not here to tell anyone what they should buy or what's a bargain in today's economy. I will say that I'm happy to have a '99 e36 slick coupe in the family. It either satisfies an itch or it lives in social media dreams. I can care less for the latter. Drive your cars and be happy with what touches your soul.
|
Appreciate
0
|
Yesterday, 09:32 AM | #33 |
Captain
1673
Rep 895
Posts |
After having a 1999 E36 M3 and having to sell it in the year 2000, I've always wanted to get another one. So I was finally able to get a 1999 E36 M3 in Titanium Silver with 60,000 miles. So happy!
And next to it's younger big brother: .
__________________
Garage List:
1999 BMW M3 1995 MB E320 1985 MB 300 CD |
Appreciate
5
|
Today, 08:49 AM | #35 | |
Captain
1673
Rep 895
Posts |
Quote:
Just plan on overhauling the original cooling system but mostly just going to enjoy returning to old school BMW analog feel, especially the steering. .
__________________
Garage List:
1999 BMW M3 1995 MB E320 1985 MB 300 CD |
|
Appreciate
0
|
Post Reply |
Bookmarks |
|
|