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Hmmm in the mean time I've read about the double overhead cam being a nightmare to get the timing right... Obviously in the old mini the cam is in the block so timing isn't an issue. I thought the timing wouldn't be touched but if the cams are in the head, could they be knocked by accident say and then throw out the timing? Plus also read that since the block is alluminium and head studs are steel, if the block overheated it could warp and cause a problem when torquing the head back down... Cheers

Hi guys, I'm considering buying a 2008 3 series 320d 22k miles though it has a suspected head gasket failure. Hence the price of £3.5k I'm just wondering how 'easy' it is to do? I have done it many times with my classic mini so know the basics but as it's a modern engine... I'm not so sure how straight forward it will be. Thanks

Hi guys, I'm looking to but a decent condition E30 for an everyday car, ideally with under 100k miles and a nice leather interior. I have around £3-4k which I hope is enough... Thanks

Ah right I see! Haha Yeah looks that way... I'd love an e28 m5 but I need to win the littoral for one if those! I think a decent e30 325 would do nicely!

What's an ftw??

Oh, I drive quite sensible/ Eco as in not thrashing it all the time but obviously now and again... :)

Yeah totally agree with the way they're driven... I have a classic mini and that's getting around 35ish mpg so I just fancy something getting around the same but that's more practical with room and more reliable... Now I could go for the modern car route but I find them boring so another, more reliable classic is what I'm looking for.

Hi guys! Just joined the forum as I have the bug for a classic-ish bmw... I've seen some nice ones online and I'm particularly drawn to an e28 or e30. If want to use it as an everyday car so could someone please comment on the better everyday car? Also mpg is useful if anyone knows... There's a nice looking e28 1.8l on eBay and a few nice e30 325's but I'm torn... Cheers