r/1series

Who else can say they’ve owned 2 6MT 128i’s at the same time, what a sight.

Still need to replace the wood trim in the black one.

Thoughts on the black interior with beige side trim?

Just got this beautiful and looking for some modification recommendations.

Hey guys I’m looking into getting a manual 135i with the n54 but wanted to get some feedback on this one before I start sending the guy messages, his description is

Timing was just completed a few days ago Less than 500 miles on the current setup (probably a complete lie)

Upgrades and maintenance include:

* Upgraded Vargas twin turbos
* 5” intercooler
* Mishimoto radiator
* Walnut blast completed
* New injectors
* Berk exhaust system
* VRSF downpipes
* Upgraded charge pipe
* Water pump & thermostat replaced
* Rear main seal done
* ACT Stage 3 clutch installed
* Fresh engine oil, transmission fluid, and differential fluid
* New engine mounts, transmission mount, and diff mounts
*On bc coil overs
I’m missing stuff…

The car is on Stage 2+ and comes with MHD (with login/password). Never dyno’d, so you can put it on one if you want to see exact numbers.
A lot more has been done — this car is ready for another 150k miles. Maintenance is fully up to date.

He’s asking 12.5k which I think is too much considering the motors at 150k miles, he also mentions he didn’t really use much of the power and kept it from 300-460hp give or take, not to mention the seats are cooked. Just want some feedback if I should even bother messaging this guy

My custom 3 inch mandrel bent exhaust system I had made by my exhaust guy. Bought a titanium Greddy muffler, had it cerakote’d because raw titanium looks outrageous and than dropped off the muffler and resonator to my guy who whipped up the full exhaust. Going back next week with V-band clamps to make it 2 pieces. Sounds absolutely amazing, no drone. It’s got a catless downpipe so no cats, only resonator and muffler.

Comfort me please

I recently bought an E82 125i. I know that a common mod they do on these cars is to install the 3 stage intake manifold from the x30i models.

Can anyone confirm if my car has the 3 stage intake manifold? It looks like a DISA valve on the inside maybe?

Any reliable tune to install to increase the power?

I also noticed some holes. Please check the last 2 photos. No idea what was there. Also wasn't there supposed to be the power steering reservoir near that place?

Any help/info is much appreciated.

Thanks

Replaced my trunk light because it was broken like every other one. I went with Brock Parts because I saw the Amazon ones are definite dog shit, well this isn't much better. I still had to remove the tab from the trunk lid along with having to shave down a mold line that went all the way around the entire light housing before it would even fit all the way in. And to wrap it up the gasket is ass and the lens sticks out further than the trunk, out of 5 I give it a meh. At least it works...for now.

This could help out those w lowering springs that have too much front end rake.

Back in the day, some of us e30 owners would install e90 top hats to lower the front end a bit more (rear arches on an e30 sit a bit lower, resulting in a janky ride height). I had some Vogtland lowering springs kicking around (951028) and decided to try a budget/daily driver set up w Bilstein B4s. Rides really nice. Anyways, I used e30 front strut top hats to help deal w the lower rake. No issues so far so if you want to raise the front a small amount, e30 top hats and new spring pads are definitely an option.

Enjoying the sun in the PNW!! :)