Do you have a problem with your Spec E30?

Whether you have a problem with your engine or just want to refresh the one in your Spec E30, having a tight, reliable power plant is essential for a fun-filled and cost-effective racing season. The engine in my Spec E30 was an unknown entity when I bought the car last October.

How is the rebuild of a BMW E30 done?

Beginning the rebuild process, from the inside wheel arch structure outward. Inner wheel arch complete (6 separate pieces of metal in total). Now on to forming the outer wheel arch. I created the body line bends with a bench vise and some pliers. Slow going, but it’s now in place. Welds ground down smooth.

Why does MY BMW E30 have rust on it?

This isn’t actually where the repairs started, but from a critical-issue standpoint, it was the E30’s largest make-or-break obstacle. I only discovered the severity of the car’s rust affliction after I’d started disassembly to address some drivetrain problems.

What kind of engine does BMW Spec E30 have?

The engine in my Spec E30 was an unknown entity when I bought the car last October. It came with no history other than what I was told by its previous owner. The engine in this car never really felt bad, but it never really felt great either. At its last event, power seemed to decrease with each passing lap.

Why is 1989 BMW E30 is turbocharged and reliable?

Turbocharging a car usually means that it becomes less reliable, but Kameron Baker’s 1989 BMW 325i E30 demonstrates that time and tuning can break that stereotype. “I got the E30 in 2007 as my first car,” explains Kameron Baker about his 1989 BMW 325i, “it was $800 and had about 90k miles on it at the time.

What should I know about BMW E30 idle speed?

This article is intended for you to learn a little something about your car, and at the same time, point you in the right direction towards fixing that erratic idle. Keep in mind that this article is specific to the 1987 through 1991 E30 6 cylinder cars, however the basics apply to nearly all BMW’s.