3 Series

Test drove both the G20 330i RWD and xDrive. The RWD felt more playful and engaging. The xDrive felt more planted but less fun. I live in Lithuania where we get snow 4-5 months a…

Random question but can you tune the electric motor on an F30 330e? I know the petrol engine can be remapped but what about the electric side? Would be cool to get more torque…

Just had my 2020 G20 330i (B48) throw a coolant warning and overheat on the highway. Managed to pull over before any damage (hopefully). Towed to the dealer and they say the…

So my 2008 E90 325i (N52 engine) has developed the classic oil filter housing gasket leak. Theres oil dripping down onto the alternator and its making a burning smell. Ive…

The E36 cooling system is a ticking time bomb if you havent replaced everything. These cars are 25-30 years old now and every rubber and plastic component in the cooling system…

My mechanic recommended cleaning the EGR valve on my 2015 F30 320d at the last service. He said its getting carboned up and could cause issues if left. The car has 110k km and…

E30 M3 prices have gone insane. Clean examples are now 60-80k EUR, and even project cars are 25k+. The S14 engine is a masterpiece but parts are getting harder to find and more…

Hey guys, got a 2014 F30 320d with about 130k km on it. For the past few weeks ive been hearing this metalic rattle on cold starts that goes away after like 30 seconds. Its…

Debating between a F30 340i (B58) and a F30 335i (N55) for a long term keeper. Both in similar condition and price range. The N55 is proven and I know what to expect. The B58 is…

Want to put a limited slip diff in my E46 330ci. Options seem to be: OEM M3 diff (type 210, 3.62 ratio) Quaife ATB Wavetrac Kaaz plate type Car is used for track days and…

Just picked up a 1989 E30 325i for 2500 EUR. The body is solid, minimal rust on the wheel arches, but the M20B25 engine is tired — burns oil, rough idle, and the head gasket is…

Thinking about buying an E90 325i with the N52 engine. What are the common problems I should look for? Budget is around 8000 EUR for a 2008-2010 model. Ive heard about: Oil…

Building an E36 328i as a dedicated drift car on a tight budget. The car cost me 1200 EUR — runs and drives but the interior is trashed and it needs some love. Current mod list…

Starting a dedicated E30 rally build. The shell is a 1991 316i, completely stripped. Plan is to build it for amateur rally events in the Baltics. Build plan: Turbo M50B25 swap…

Trying to decide between a G20 320d and 330i for my next car. I plan to tune it stage 1 at minimum. 320d: 190hp stock, ~240hp tuned, great fuel economy 330i: 258hp stock, ~300hp…

The E36 M3 came with three different engines depending on the market and I see a lot of confusion about which is which: S50B30 (Euro early): 286hp, individual throttle bodies…