E36 325I

[KarshS]

 

[KarshS]

We also checked the earth cable looked terrible so we changed that as well

Old vs new

Kept having issues with the cigarette lighter not charging my phone and constantly blowing the fuse...

Of to bmw again for a new one...

All these small issues are expected and just makes you love it so much more when its fixed properly

Been busy sourcing some goodies the last few weeks. Hopefully a nice big update month end into February

 

[ClassicB]

Northcliff BMW helped me with a Generic O Ring in December at no charge. Was for a thermostat pipe but they had a box with different sizes. Maybe you can match the size and thickness and get a generic one?

 

[KarshS]

Northcliff BMW helped me with a Generic O Ring in December at no charge. Was for a thermostat pipe but they had a box with different sizes. Maybe you can match the size and thickness and get a generic one?

Thanks bro, my mechanic said he has some in his box as well. Just need to go there and size them up.

Will keep northcliff in mind should i not come right

 

[cratix]

Update:

After a day or so of driving around the oil pressure light started acting up again at idle. But as soon as you touch the accelerator the light goes away.

Searching this issue kept poping up with oil pump wear or bearing wear. It was strange due to the fact that the mechanic gave a clean bill of health on the engine.

So long story short after lots of testing we found that a stupid o ring on the crank case ventilation line was worn out and wasnt providing a good seal on the tappet cover.

Bmw does not stock these anymore so i wrapped some insulation tape around the seal as a temp fix...

Drove the car for 2 months now daily and no pressure light

Nothing more permanent than a temporary fix that works :smilebounce:

 

[KarshS]

Been a while since updated.

Fitted OEM rear M3 bumper and side skirts.
Got a plastic M3 front bumper from Autostyle which is actually really good quality.
Thin lip boot spoiler.
New shock mounts and set up the coilovers properly. Ride is 10x better.
Performance style gear knob
Redid the roof lining. Guy that came out did a brilliant job. Decided to go with black and keep the grey parts. Actually looks much better than i thought.
Then i fitted Smash and grab at Carbon Bros. Brilliant work from them as well.

Im thinking of changing the wheels next to polished m3 wheels. Still deciding..

Some pics:

 

[individj]

oooooohhhhhh weeeeeeeee this looks nice man

 

[KarshS]

forgot to add, OEM M3 beading's
Clear lights all round.

Rolling shot by @Rish

 

[michael.joseph]

Looks great Karsh... well done man

 

[FiRi@Rennzport]

Looking fresh Karsh.

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[//M SPORT]

Nice one mate.

Car looks beautiful!

I've been through the exact same transformation. I bought a 323i (I call 325 with Vanos) and did exactly what you did with the exception of the rear spoiler.

And I could not for the life of me find the rear bumper, so I envy you.. Also I kept wishing mine was white.

Enjoy your ride man!

 

[Nikhil]

Loving this car! Next mods must be engine mods!

 

[Riaad]

Alpine White E36 ftw ! raise:

I think keep the current wheels but add some spacers?

 

[KPM3_30]

I think a set of M contours on this would just finish the car of really nicely. I feel the M3 wheels are overdone, in Durban anyway.. I've even seen a good few VW Polo's rocking M3 reps.

Car is looking super sweet Karsh, big improvement from when you first got it! :blowheart:

 

[Zero14]

Wow this car is amazing dude! I say keep ur current wheels

 

[individj]

i also think contours would look nice and theyre m3 wheels

 

[KPAKKIRI]

Karsh your car looks very nice, good work there..

Pls send the contact details for the guy who did your head liner..

 

[Regal]

forgot to add, OEM M3 beading's
Clear lights all round.

Rolling shot by @Rish

This transformation from the initial post is just stunning. Excellent foresight.

 

[Holiman]

The next thing u must change now is the driver... Hehehe. Car looking tops

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[sash]

Looking good karsh, when is it going up for sale? dibs....