2001 Bmw 325ci E46 Coupe -- Ls Engine Swap Project on 2040-cars
Valley City, Ohio, United States
Body Type:Coupe
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:2.5L 2494CC 152Cu. In. l6 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
Fuel Type:GAS
For Sale By:Private Seller
Number of Cylinders: 6
Make: BMW
Model: 325Ci
Trim: Base Coupe 2-Door
Options: Sunroof, Leather Seats, CD Player
Drive Type: RWD
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag
Mileage: 136,600
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats
Exterior Color: Silver
Interior Color: Gray
For sale is a real nice, very clean, Southern example of a classic BMW E46 coupe that I purchased with a bad running engine. After testing the engine it has only 75 lbs. compression on number 5 cylinder. All other cylinders are 120+ lbs. The decision is a blown headgasket as there are signs of coolant leakage around the radiator and coolant recovery tank..
I decided back in early January to remove the engine and transmission and install a Chevrolet LS series V8 and matching automatic transmission. Everything necessary was removed and saved with all fasteners were put back from where removed. Photos show the complete front end was removed to facilitate the conversion. Car has been stored in my warehouse all Winter and is very clean and dry.
Unfortunately I have injured my hip and I need a replacement, so this project is not going to happen!
I need to sell the car and all of the items that have been removed. The new owner can proceed with the planned LS engine conversion or repair the existing BMW engine and reinstall in the car. All equipment on the car operated as designed and the car drove just fine except for the poor running engine. All regular equipment is included and will go with the car. Car has a clear IL title. If there are any questions, I can be contacted via. e-mail @ VALLEYVIEW95@NETLINK.NET
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