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For Sale / Re: Complete '91 M42B18 & Getrag 240, 190K miles, $500-ish

« on: February 02, 2020, 02:18:26 PM »

Good save! I hope someone utilizes it somewhere. I paid $1k for just the complete m42 engine not that long ago, this is a good deal.

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How-To's / Re: Has anyone been checking out the GRM 318iS project car blog?

« on: February 26, 2019, 04:26:45 PM »

Damn I have not seen this! Thanks for posting. What an awesome build.

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For Sale / Pristine 1991 318is near Tampa, FL

« on: June 12, 2018, 11:02:00 AM »

This is not my vehicle. Please contact the owner using the Craigslist ad. I have spoken with the owner and he is a collector and enjoys restoring old e30's. For more pictures, check out the original craigslist ad below:
https://tampa.craigslist.org/psc/cto/6614580063.html


1991 BMW 318is
VIN: WBAAF9312MEE71975
condition: excellent
cylinders: 4 cylinders
drive: rwd
fuel: gas
odometer: 195890
paint color: red
size: compact
title status: clean
transmission: manual
type: coupe
1991 BMW 318is -- (11/90 production date)
Brilliantrot over natur interior
8.5 out of 10 overall ALL original survivor from CA
2 owners with clean carfax and NO accidents
Matching VIN stickers/tags everywhere
NO rust at all
TMU
Original M42 motor
Original paint
Original interior
Original windows
Original wheels
Original spare wheel
Original full tool kit
Original jack set with bbs cap remover
True survivor gem and runs superbly.

Options List:
S242   Steering wheel airbag
S281   BMW LA wheel, chr.-plated/roundspokes
S300   Central locking with anti-theft system
S400   Slide/tilt sunroof, manually operated
S410   Window lifts, electric, front
S481   Sports seat
S530   Air conditioning
S556   Outdoor temperature indicator
S925   Dispatch protection pack

Full interior and exterior professional detailing with paint correction and top coat for protection.
Front OEM lip resprayed, rear spoiler, and side mirrors in Brilliantrot.
Resprayed factory basketweaves in correct ceramic hyper silver.
Full under hood detail with new hood foam pads (OEM).
Full tune-up; plugs (Bosch), fuel filter, air filter, air intake duct, full fuel treatment.
New rear shocks (OEM Sachs) with new mounts.
New 195/65/14 (H) rated tires.
New tie rods with Alignment.
Newer rear axles.
New brake fluid.
New wiper blades.
New OEM fuel pump.
New OEM bmw muffler from BavAuto with zinc coating for NO rusting.
New Control Arms with bushings.
New Guibo for driveshaft.
Fresh oil change with filter and new drain plug with washer.

Blemishes/cons:
2 tiny dents under drive side rear taillight.
2 tiny indents on front valance.
Rear bumper has clear coat coming off as it was sprayed at some point (only thing on vehicle that's not 100% original just bc these came with single stage paint which rest of the car is).
Couple stains in original carpets that didn't come out after my shampooing and had interior out of vehicle (but can't see with the Bav auto floor mats in the car now).
Dash has normal/typical cracks (but has nice dash cover now staying with the car)
Driver side sport seat has light cracking on left bolster (seats are in excellent shape)

Please text for faster response or call for details. Detailed pictures link available just tell me what email to send to. Can facilitate shipping as well for out of state buyers.
$13,500
Thank you for viewing my ad.

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WTB/WTT / Re: WTB: M47 crankshaft in Florida

« on: April 06, 2015, 02:09:25 PM »

There are a few, but I have no idea which one will actually fit. They aren't very good at posting part numbers or cars which they came off of. Does anyone know if the 2007 520d m47d20A crank would work?

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For Sale / Re: Lightened crankshaft for m42 m44 stroker

« on: April 02, 2015, 01:21:34 PM »

My intention is to build a 2-2.1 stroker. I have been looking into the various options, such as the m47 crank and s50 pistons. The m47 crank has an 88mm stroke, which is what yours is offering. Also, your crank is lightened to 28lbs, a savings of 11lbs? Is your crank a machined m42 crank? I would actually prefer the forged pistons, however would an 86mm bore instead of an 87 be optimal? From what I've read, an 88mm stroke (m47 crank) and 86mm bore (s50 pistons, shaved 1.5mm) would result in nearly 2.1l and a near stock 10.5-11 compression ratio. If that's the case, I may just buy your crank and then shave the US s50 pistons myself, unless you have forged pistons that you use and would recommend.

This is mainly going to be a street car, driven 3-5 days a week with some eventual autocross involved. My m42 just died and if I'm going to rebuild it, I might as well do it right. What would you suggest?

Also, you said that your power numbers would be run in March. Have you had any dyno results? Do you have a picture of your machine process? Pics of any installations that you've done?

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For Sale / Re: Lightened crankshaft for m42 m44 stroker

« on: April 01, 2015, 11:51:29 AM »

Interested in the stroker kit. What is the final compression ratio? What would be the final displacement? Would this setup be suitable for a street car, or is this more for a race application?

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WTB/WTT / WTB: M47 crankshaft in Florida

« on: April 01, 2015, 11:45:09 AM »

Does anyone have a good condition m47 crankshaft for sale? I'm in Florida.

Thanks,
Brian

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Off-topic discussion / Just joined from Florida

« on: August 28, 2012, 05:02:47 PM »

I'm in 941 as well, near West Bradenton but probably moving to Sarasota in a few months. I haven't seen your e30 around (I'm in Sota a lot) but it looks clean. I'm on r3v as Nairb, not on here as much!

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Electrical / Best way to swap crankshaft position sensor? (CPS)

« on: April 08, 2012, 11:01:27 AM »

Changed thread. Help!

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Electrical / Changed crankshaft position sensor, now no-start?

« on: April 06, 2012, 07:00:28 PM »

I've been chasing down a problem these last few months that has not been letting my car rev past 3000 RPM. So in an effort to remedy the situation, I went in to change my crankshaft sensor.

Changed it yesterday, and now the car won't start.

Part number: 0 261 210 047

Any help?

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For Sale / m42 part out or take everything for 200!

« on: January 19, 2012, 03:04:35 PM »

Alternator and Crank Position Sensor shipped to 34209?

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For Sale / Tampa,fl M42 FS or partout

« on: December 07, 2011, 04:13:47 AM »

What's the deal with the M42?

Mileage, problems, leaks..?

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Off-topic discussion / 318i (stroker) v. SLK 55 AMG

« on: October 29, 2011, 06:33:35 AM »

A buddy of mine recently test drove a 2011 Cadillac CTS-V coupe.. about 550hp/tq.. superhcarged V8.

He said that he thinks my 318is with supercharged s52 could beat the CTS-V to 120mph no problem.. I looked at him like "WHAT?" The car is fast, but CTS-V fast..? That'd be a fun race though..

He knows his cars pretty well, and he's driven my 318is a bit, but I thought that was a bold statement..

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Interior / Floor Mats

« on: October 12, 2011, 05:04:21 AM »

I am also in FL.. I bought the car with these mats:




I am not EXACTLY sure what they are, but they are OEM BMW... I want to say that they are e36 all-weather mats. In the picture, they are very dirty, but they do a very good job of protecting my floor and collect a lot of sand/water/whatever.

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For Sale / FS: SoCal: Black Houndstooth door cards for coupe

« on: October 12, 2011, 04:58:49 AM »

Oh man... you don't know how badly I wanted these about 6 months ago.

They looks awesome.. GLWS!