BMW 325i Coupe with M3 kit auto to manual conversion

[alexzz]

Hi guys

So it looks like I have my first BMW on the way just need to make payment.

It's a 325i Coupe E36 1993 with M3 Kit
220 000Km on clock
Interior isn't too bad
Automatic gear box (ahhhhh!!!!!!)
M3 rims

So please if anyone can help with how to and cost to convert to manual gear box please

And then I'm going to respray to this .....

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[moranor@axis]

what is going on with the exhaust?

 

[alexzz]

Looks bent to me, but before I buy I will inspect everything with my mechanic


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[moranor@axis]

Just make sure it is 100% before... I has also been lowered this could have been done well or very badly... have you driven it yet?

 

[alexzz]

I will be test driving it on Monday, hopefully all checks out. Fingers cross
Has anyone got a figure of how much it costs to change to manual gear box


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[moranor@axis]

you looking at about 18k for a proper conversion but... if possible you should avoid it...

use this as negation with the owner... I would push for 40-45k on this car considering auto and the exhaust... you may find other things when you drive it...

good luck hope its turns out to be worth while

 

[Putrid4444]

Looks sketchy to me..
Number plates dont even match 0_o
Why not use that cash your going to spend on the car to "fix" it up and put it towards something a little more decent.
Sorry just my 2c, had my fair share of buying 2nd hand "decent" looking cars, which ended up being complete nightmares to fix.

 

[alexzz]

Yea I ain't gona change to manual. Haha! Yea I'll use the cash to fix up everything else that's wrong I might find. He said he will take 40k but I will try knock him lower once I have the cash infront of him and once I've seen the car


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[DieselFan]

Respraying to that colour you might as well just go buy two of these now. If you want to do it properly that is.

If you want a manual, look for one in a manual. No point buying a car and then converting it straight after in my opinion, it's just money you will never see again.

 

[Gbmw]

good luck with purchase, but yeah find out on the number plate issue.
Hope it all turns out well

 

[Divio]

e36 325 Coupe's are rare! I Love em...

post higher res pics?

I would convert it back to a neat 325 with ambers and embrace its uniqueness
See Below... :inlove:

 

[alexzz]

When I go see it tomorrow I'll take photos and post them
Keen to see how it runs and if it's clean


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[Cape_Tonian]

Respraying to that colour you might as well just go buy two of these now. If you want to do it properly that is.

If you want a manual, look for one in a manual. No point buying a car and then converting it straight after in my opinion, it's just money you will never see again.

:+1:

 

[alexzz]

Yep, just going to drop some $$[THUMBS UP SIGN] fixing all the Bells and whistles. Get different black leather seats from a m3 If I find them.


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Respraying to that colour you might as well just go buy two of these now. If you want to do it properly that is.

If you want a manual, look for one in a manual. No point buying a car and then converting it straight after in my opinion, it's just money you will never see again.

:+1:

Gona stick to auto too much money to convert


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[Prev]

E36 325 coupes are damn rare. Hope it works out for you :thumbs:

 

[Kish2604]

Too many negatives and not enough positives on this car... It's your $$$ but it doesn't mean you can't take good advice... Listen to the guys, look for a car that suits your all your needs and wants instead of starting to dig a money pit that doesn't stop...

Be patient... You will find it..

 

[Mr.k]

http://www.gumtree.co.za/a-cars/glenwood/bmw-325i-with-m3-kit/1001099805010910227971209

just saw this....and its manual and black

 

[Doomsdaya]

e36 325 Coupe's are rare! I Love em...

post higher res pics?

I would convert it back to a neat 325 with ambers and embrace its uniqueness
See Below... :inlove:

That is stunning...

 

[alexzz]

Too many negatives and not enough positives on this car... It's your $$$ but it doesn't mean you can't take good advice... Listen to the guys, look for a car that suits your all your needs and wants instead of starting to dig a money pit that doesn't stop...

Be patient... You will find it..

Tomorrow I will see the car, if it's all good, I don't mind auto. If not I'll save the $$ pit. Thanks for the help guys really appreciate it


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[alexzz]

Went to look at it now lol couldn't wait, but it needs some work... 2 CV boots need replacing, interior isn't too great, a rust spot on top of the rear window, marks by the spoiler, no leaks, no smoke. He said he will accept 38 000 for it. I told him because it needs some work id give him 36 000. What are your opinions?

Here are some photos.

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Due for a service in 600km


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My needs and wants: decent comfortable sexy car with abit of power and more $$ in my pocket after selling my vr6


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