E30 Touring - what to look for?

[peetbee]

Going to see a 318 Touring (E30) this weekend and was wondering if there are any areas I ought to focus on?

Would anyone know how much a cambelt change would cost on one of these as I think that one's due?
Thanks

[danraw]

Not sure about E30 Tourings, but if you after a high quality touring I have an E36 323i Sport Touring for sale!?!

[BliarOut]

Tailgate rust is fairly common. Replacments are available but I've heard that they're not as good a fit as the original.

[ferrisbueller]

BliarOut said:

Tailgate rust is fairly common. Replacments are available but I've heard that they're not as good a fit as the original.

Rear screen, sunroof, arches - usual suspects. Also check fuel tank and filler neck as they get hit with a lot of crud.

Check here:-

www.e30zone.co.uk/

Edited by ferrisbueller on Thursday 3rd August 00:12

[peetbee]

Thanks for that, am now spending far too much time on e30zone!

[castex]

I'd say look for a six cylinder, preferably 2.5.

[BliarOut]

Anyone want a 2.5 for spares or repair?

[ferrisbueller]

BliarOut said:

Anyone want a 2.5 for spares or repair?

you've "fixed" it then?

[BliarOut]

ferrisbueller said:

BliarOut said:

Anyone want a 2.5 for spares or repair?

you've "fixed" it then?

Feeling too lazy to finish the job off... Did think about racing it

[slinky]

How much "repairing" does it need?

slinky

[ferrisbueller]

BliarOut said:

ferrisbueller said:

BliarOut said:

Anyone want a 2.5 for spares or repair?

you've "fixed" it then?

Feeling too lazy to finish the job off... Did think about racing it

isn't that why it needed repairing?!

[BliarOut]

slinky said:

How much "repairing" does it need?

slinky

Trailing arm/subframe type damage and minorish bodywork. I've tried replacing the trailing arm but it doesn't quite align, so the rear subframe may be bent. If you've got good facilities it's repairable, but trying to fix it on axle stands is a pain. She needs putting up in the air to do the job properly. A good repair man could fix it, but it's a git of a job if you only have DIY facilities.

It's got a perfect M20 2.5 engine (not even any carbon under the oil cap) a very good interior etc.

She's far too nice to waste but I haven't got the facilities to finish the job. I'm looking for £300 notes for her. If you're interested I'll go into more detail/take close up piccies.

[slinky]

Unfortunately, a bit beyond my facilities.. cheers for the info anyway chap..

slinky

[BliarOut]

No worries... If only I still had access to a four post lift I could do it myself

[peetbee]

The update is that it was sheddier than a very big shed, no need to tell me about the tailgate either as the only bit that wasn't rusty was the glass!
Thanks again though.

[mustard]

Would a very 'proper' 95 M 518i Touring be any good to you? If so, see the classfieds!
Performance is better than what you might think (not great, but neither is a 318i E30 Touring...we had one of those prior)

Old Man would like it to go to a good home....its been his trusty friend for nearly 8yrs

Edited by mustard on Tuesday 8th August 08:15

[Cotty]

peetbee said:

Thanks for that, am now spending far too much time on e30zone!

I know what you mean

How was the 318 you looked at, any good

[peetbee]

See my reply above Cotty!
Thanks for the offer Mustard but it was really an E30 touring that I wanted.

[mustard]

Noticed this one in the BMW Owners Club Magazine and now on the website, Sounds like a really good one, highish price, but could be worth it




E30 320i Touring 1989
Details: F-reg, Lachs Silver metallic, grey cloth interior, 53,000 miles, 2 owners, manual gearbox, regularly serviced by BMW main dealer (3 green service lights) 7 mths MOT, recent battery and cam belt, alloy wheels, sunroof, front fog lights, headlamp w/w. Standard spec except for immobiliser. Cost £19000 new (but that didn't include a radio!). Excellent inside & out - all works except glovebox torch.
Price wanted: £1,850
Contact: 01664 813814 or 07919 882942

[Cotty]

There is another on the same page, bit further down with no pic, 325i tourer 58,000 miles
www.bmwcarclubgb.co.uk/rm/adverts.asp?section=3%20Series