Wanting to find specs
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The 325i made 189 hp/181 ft. lbs/tq. 1992 cars are non-vanos, 1993-94 are single vanos, 1995 is double vanos. (Vanos being variable valve timing, a la V-tech, on the intake and/or exhaust cams). Suspension is basically the same for all, with sport package cars getting a better set up and larger wheels. 1992s have gray bumpers, 1993-94 half body color/gray and 1995-on all body color.
The 328i didn't change much, although there may have been a different rear axle ratio for the 1996 cars, but I can't seem to confirm that.
A 328i would be the quickest.
If you are choosing between two specific models, let me know, as I have all of the specs for changes from one model year to the next (3-series Enthusiast's Companion from Bentley Publishing simply rules!), but neither the time nor desire to copy them for all years into this post.
The 328i didn't change much, although there may have been a different rear axle ratio for the 1996 cars, but I can't seem to confirm that.
A 328i would be the quickest.
If you are choosing between two specific models, let me know, as I have all of the specs for changes from one model year to the next (3-series Enthusiast's Companion from Bentley Publishing simply rules!), but neither the time nor desire to copy them for all years into this post.
e30foolio said:
Ahh Cool, thanks guys 
I think i am going to hold out for a 95-96 328i, maybe 328is if i can afford it
the info posted has been very helpful![[thumb]](/images/smilies/icon_smile_thumb.gif "Thumbs Up [thumb]")
peace
Ben
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I think i am going to hold out for a 95-96 328i, maybe 328is if i can afford it
the info posted has been very helpful
peace
Ben
A 328is shouldn't cost more than a comparable 328i.
How much do you have to spend? 328s seem to range from 7-17k, with most falling in the 11-14k range.
If you are at the upper end of that range, consider the 1995 M3. You could find a decent one for $15k.
D oh! i did not know that (about 96 being first year) that actually makes sence, i look on autotrader, good ones there, but no 95's Now i know why
I am looking to spend up to 15k I have found quite a few good ones on autotrader.com and roadfly BMW classifieds actually have seen some e36s (325i and 328is) around 60-65k miles for @ 13k-14k so thats not too bad
Oh yeah, been looking at e36 M3s and e34 M5s (too expencive or too many miles for the M5 around my price range) ive seen them for @ 14-17k but the lower the price the more miles
there was this 318ti that some one swapped an 95 M3 engine into (other stuff also) was only going for @ 13k, light car with a powerful engine, but i think i will stick with e36s (or e34s)
it has to be a stick, but most for sale seem to be auto
Thanks again!
-Ben
p.s. Check it out
http://www.roadfly.org/bmw/classifieds/cars/listads.php?cat=204
I am looking to spend up to 15k I have found quite a few good ones on autotrader.com and roadfly BMW classifieds actually have seen some e36s (325i and 328is) around 60-65k miles for @ 13k-14k so thats not too bad
Oh yeah, been looking at e36 M3s and e34 M5s (too expencive or too many miles for the M5 around my price range) ive seen them for @ 14-17k but the lower the price the more miles
there was this 318ti that some one swapped an 95 M3 engine into (other stuff also) was only going for @ 13k, light car with a powerful engine, but i think i will stick with e36s (or e34s)
it has to be a stick, but most for sale seem to be auto
Thanks again!
-Ben
p.s. Check it out
http://www.roadfly.org/bmw/classifieds/cars/listads.php?cat=204
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e30foolio said:
D oh! i did not know that (about 96 being first year) that actually makes sence, i look on autotrader, good ones there, but no 95's Now i know why
I am looking to spend up to 15k I have found quite a few good ones on autotrader.com and roadfly BMW classifieds actually have seen some e36s (325i and 328is) around 60-65k miles for @ 13k-14k so thats not too bad
Oh yeah, been looking at e36 M3s and e34 M5s (too expencive or too many miles for the M5 around my price range) ive seen them for @ 14-17k but the lower the price the more miles
there was this 318ti that some one swapped an 95 M3 engine into (other stuff also) was only going for @ 13k, light car with a powerful engine, but i think i will stick with e36s (or e34s)
it has to be a stick, but most for sale seem to be auto
Thanks again!
-Ben
p.s. Check it out
http://www.roadfly.org/bmw/classifieds/cars/listads.php?cat=204
I am looking to spend up to 15k I have found quite a few good ones on autotrader.com and roadfly BMW classifieds actually have seen some e36s (325i and 328is) around 60-65k miles for @ 13k-14k so thats not too bad
Oh yeah, been looking at e36 M3s and e34 M5s (too expencive or too many miles for the M5 around my price range) ive seen them for @ 14-17k but the lower the price the more miles
there was this 318ti that some one swapped an 95 M3 engine into (other stuff also) was only going for @ 13k, light car with a powerful engine, but i think i will stick with e36s (or e34s)
it has to be a stick, but most for sale seem to be auto
Thanks again!
-Ben
p.s. Check it out
http://www.roadfly.org/bmw/classifieds/cars/listads.php?cat=204
I recall that M-ti as well. Quite a little monster.
I wouldn't worry about miles on an E36. As long as it has been well cared for and checks out mechanically, it should run a long time. I've put 44k miles on my 325i in the last two years with minimal expense, and it started with 97k.