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**turbolesstom** · 02-25-2008, 05:34 PM

Hey all, I've found another possible E30 to buy. I went and looked and it today. Drove it around as well. Here is a link to the ad: http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/car/582394606.html

So the engine rebuild is credible (saw paperwork) and there is alot of documented fixes throughout the years. The car does idle/run rough, seems like its going to need a distributor cap and plugs. The steering was very notchy and jerky, Im guessing either bad suspension pieces or possible steering rack? The shifter was tight, and the clutch felt good. Interior is not bad, drivers seat has some tears but overall i would say 7/10. The body however, needs alot of work. Both fenders are shot, and there is alot of surface rust and dents. the glass trim needs replacing. Tires are almost bald. The IS lip was pretty much done for.. chunks missing and whatnot. So, with that being said, what I am looking to spend on repairs?
2 Fenders
distributor/plugs
possible steering rack/tie rods etc
IS front lip

Honestly, I dont think I would pay more than $900 for it, just because the body is in such bad shape.. What are your thoughts?

Thanks much.

EDIT: If you cant see the link:
87 325IS.
240K on the body,
45K on engine rebuild.
upgraded ecu (524) and 19lb injectors

02-25-2008, 05:34 PM	#1
turbolesstom Name: turbolesstom Title: United Newb Status: Offline Join Date: Feb 2008 User not setup in Rate My Car. Click here to set it up. Your Ride: 2000 VW Golf	Need some advice: Repair costs. Hey all, I've found another possible E30 to buy. I went and looked and it today. Drove it around as well. Here is a link to the ad: http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/car/582394606.html So the engine rebuild is credible (saw paperwork) and there is alot of documented fixes throughout the years. The car does idle/run rough, seems like its going to need a distributor cap and plugs. The steering was very notchy and jerky, Im guessing either bad suspension pieces or possible steering rack? The shifter was tight, and the clutch felt good. Interior is not bad, drivers seat has some tears but overall i would say 7/10. The body however, needs alot of work. Both fenders are shot, and there is alot of surface rust and dents. the glass trim needs replacing. Tires are almost bald. The IS lip was pretty much done for.. chunks missing and whatnot. So, with that being said, what I am looking to spend on repairs? 2 Fenders distributor/plugs possible steering rack/tie rods etc IS front lip Honestly, I dont think I would pay more than $900 for it, just because the body is in such bad shape.. What are your thoughts? Thanks much. EDIT: If you cant see the link: 87 325IS. 240K on the body, 45K on engine rebuild. upgraded ecu (524) and 19lb injectors Last edited by turbolesstom; 02-25-2008 at 05:55 PM..

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