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1998 BMW 318Ti 'S52 Swap'

Asking $22,000Contact Seller
1998 BMW 318Ti 'S52 Swap'
1998 BMW 318Ti 'S52 Swap'
1998 BMW 318Ti 'S52 Swap'
1998 BMW 318Ti 'S52 Swap'
1998 BMW 318Ti 'S52 Swap'
1998 BMW 318Ti 'S52 Swap'
1998 BMW 318Ti 'S52 Swap'
1998 BMW 318Ti 'S52 Swap'
1998 BMW 318Ti 'S52 Swap'
1998 BMW 318Ti 'S52 Swap'
1998 BMW 318Ti 'S52 Swap'

Contact Seller

Reach out to the owner of this 1998 BMW 318Ti 'S52 Swap'

1998 BMW 318Ti 'S52 Swap'

Benefitting from a modified S52 motor from an E36 M3, this 318Ti weighs 130 pounds less than its bigger brother. A M50 intake manifold works with an ECU tune to produce more power, and a custom 3.25 limited-slip differential helps put the power down properly. Ground control adjustable coilovers help keep it glued in the corners, and we are fond of the BBS RX wheels which help freshen up the look.

Driving video

  • 221,000
  • Clean
  • None on Record

    Accidents

    None on Record
    No accidents appear to have been reported through police reports or insurance claims.

    Reported Accidents
    One or more accidents have been found on record through police reports or insurance claims.

    Accidents usually aren’t deal-breakers, but they can affect the condition and value of the vehicle. We always recommend Carfax and AutoCheck reports followed by a pre-purchase inspection (PPI) - even if there are no accidents listed (as some accidents go unreported).

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  • 3.2L Inline-6
  • 5-Speed Manual
  • Alpine White
  • Red M Sport Cloth
  • WBACG7331WKC31462
  • Daniel M.
  • Private Party
  • Redwood City, CA

Modifications

  • S52 3.2L Engine
  • OBD1 Conversion
  • M50 Intake Manifold
  • Clutch Fan Delete
  • 16" Radiator Puller Fan
  • Condor Speed Shop Bushings
  • Condor Speed Shop Engine Mounts
  • Condor Speed Shop Transmission Mounts
  • M3 Gauge Cluster (Original Mileage Indicated)
  • ZF 310 Transmission
  • Bimmerworld Clutch Slave Cylinder
  • Ground Control Camber Plates
  • Custom 2.5” Exhaust W/ Vibrant Muffler
  • Kassel Tuned ECU W/ VIN Match
  • Custom 3.25 Limited-slip Differential
  • Ground Control Single Adjustable (Koni Reds)
  • Ground Control Front Sway Bar
  • Brembo Front Brake Rotors
  • E36 M3 Front Brake Calipers
  • Battery Relocated To Trunk
  • M3 Shift Knob
  • Renown Steering Wheel
  • Amber Delete Taillights
  • Amber Delete Front Corners
  • Amber Delete Side Markers
  • OMP Upper Strut Tower Brace
  • Depo Headlights
  • Fog Light Delete
  • Turner Mmotorsports Skid Plate
  • LTW-style Adjustable Front Splitter
  • Black Kidney Grills
  • Motorsport Hardware Studs / Lugs
  • Airbags Deleted
  • Arm Rest Delete
  • Radio Delete
  • 17" BBS RX Brushed Wheels

Recent Maintenance

  • Cooling System Overhaul @EAS (@219k Miles)
  • Rebuilt Sunroof
  • Headlier Replaced
  • Odyssey PC360 Battery
  • New Ti Floor Mats

Known Flaws

  • Wear on driver's seat
  • Rock chips on front bumper

Seller notes

  • Engine swap completed by Mike Holtmier at M Porium in McKinney, TX
  • Engine rebuilt at time of swap and has 27k miles
Contact SellerAsking $22,000
 
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