I bought a thing! E30 edition

"slipperysallylikespenguins" (slipperysally) 10/17/2018 at 15:28 • Filed to: None

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I actually picked it up about 2 months ago, but other things came up and its just been sitting. Its a 1992 BMW 325I with 142K miles. I bought it on an online auction after only seeing a few half blurry photos, but the price was too good to pass on.

I drove it home about 60 miles on the interstate and one curvy side road and it was awesome! I bought this as a flip but am a little scared I might become attached to it. It was last registered in 2012 so it has a few issues:

-power steering not functioning

-front brakes are grindy

-top wont fold all the way down

-can’t see out the rear window

-central locking doesn’t work, so the fuel cap can only be opened by the backup which is a complete bitch to get to

-slight occasional ticking coming from the top end

-needs a new battery

-paint has some fading on the hood/trunk

-many multiple small issues (light bulbs, trim, mirror, etc.)

Interior in fairly good shape, unfortunately an auto but still fun.

Engine bay is a complete mess and needs a lot of cleaning/refinishing.

Previous owner left quite a few goodies in the trunk which should come in handy!

Next steps are t o replace all fluids, the front brakes and get some miles on it.

HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles > slipperysallylikespenguins 10/17/2018 at 15:54

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wht size are those driving gloves, and are they fro sale?

E90M3 > slipperysallylikespenguins 10/17/2018 at 15:59

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unfortunately an auto

Just means it’s primed for a swap.

slipperysallylikespenguins > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles 10/17/2018 at 16:01

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I’ve only found one so far. not sure on size.

slipperysallylikespenguins > E90M3 10/17/2018 at 16:03

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If I end up keeping it long term it will definitely need swapped. Pretty cheap option really.  

Peter Monshizadeh > slipperysallylikespenguins 10/17/2018 at 16:14

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Nice find! Would you consider selling the BMW M-tech steering wheel in the trunk?

slipperysallylikespenguins > Peter Monshizadeh 10/17/2018 at 16:40

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I would once i figure out what direction I plan on. I’ll let you know. It would look awfully good in your sedan

Peter Monshizadeh > slipperysallylikespenguins 10/17/2018 at 16:42

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Totally understand! I actually have the same wheel in mine, but the leather is soooo gone. That one actually looks pretty nice!

slipperysallylikespenguins > Peter Monshizadeh 10/17/2018 at 16:43

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Its dirty but solid

Klaus Schmoll > slipperysallylikespenguins 10/17/2018 at 16:56

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E30 325i is my dream second car. Preferably in this spec but without those ignorant doofusses rubbing their asses in jeans all over the paint.

Longtime Lurker > slipperysallylikespenguins 10/17/2018 at 17:45

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There's a backup for opening the gas door?

slipperysallylikespenguins > Klaus Schmoll 10/17/2018 at 18:14

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the interior pattern in that car is awesome

slipperysallylikespenguins > Longtime Lurker 10/17/2018 at 18:15

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Yeah there is a lever/button on the inside of the rear passenger side trunk. you have to reach it through a little hole.

Klaus Schmoll > slipperysallylikespenguins 10/18/2018 at 06:33

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Plaid is sooooo period correct.