1998 E30 Touring

Updated August 21st , 2023

Engine

3.0 L M54B30 inline-6

Transmission

5-speed manual

Color

Lachssilber Metallic (Salmon Silver Metallic)

Interior

Black leather w/ M Tech II anthracite fabric inserts and door cards; alcantara headliner

Picture of E30 Touring interior with custom upholstery.

Details

This slicktop 320i was originally imported from Italy by a dealer prior to COVID. It’s had two prior U.S. owners. The first runs Dynasport in Portland, OR; the second was a customer of Dynasport who purchased the car and sold it to me. All modifications happened prior to my ownership except for the engine swap. The original M20B20 and gearbox were replaced with an M54B30 and 5-speed manual from an E46 330i.

Modifications

  • M54B30 and 5-speed ZF manual transmission
  • 5-series radiator
  • Auto Solutions short shifter
  • Bilstein shocks and springs
  • 325is limited slip differential
  • H&R sway bar
  • Polyurethane bushings all around
  • Azev Type As on Toyo Proxes R888s
  • Leather sport seats with M Tech II inserts
  • Alcantara headliner
  • Continental head unit
  • Ceramic window tint
  • Keyless entry
  • Phone mount
  • Center console cup holder
  • A/C converted to R134