B48-Swapped BMW E30 in Bahama Gold
Josh's BMW E30 is a unique build featuring a BMW B48A20 2.0-litre twin-scroll turbo engine from a 2015 Mini Cooper S, mated to a 2017 BMW 6-speed manual gearbox. The car features custom fabrication throughout, including a bespoke front subframe, control arms, anti-roll bar, and a carbon fiber roof. Exterior modifications include custom narrow-body M3-style bumpers and Range Rover Bahama Gold paint. The interior boasts Cobra Monaco Pro seats and a Momo steering wheel. This E30 exemplifies dedication to craftsmanship and problem-solving.
- Built by:
- Josh
- Location:
- United Kingdom
- Vehicle:
- BMW 3 Series / M3 - E30
- Engine:
- -
- Cost:
- -
- Power:
- -
- Torque:
- -
- Weight:
- -
- Balance:
- -
- Wheels:
- Work Meister S1 2P 15x8J frontWork Meister S1 2P 15x9J rearYokohama AD08R frontNankang NS2R rear
- Exterior:
- Custom narrow-body M3-style front & rear bumpersCustom front splitterCarbon fibre roofCustomised factory archesModified E46 M3 side skirtsRange Rover Bahama Gold paint
- Interior:
- Cobra Monaco Pro seatsMomo Model 69 steering wheelAIM MXS Strada 1.2 digital dashCustom 4-point roll cage with twin 10” subs
- Chassis:
- Air Lift Performance struts (front & rear)Air Lift 3P managementCustom front subframe, control arms & anti-roll barModified rear subframe
- Powertrain:
- BMW B48A20 2.0L twin-scroll turbo engineForged Supertech pistonsBW H-beam conrodsKing bearingsARP head studs and main cap conversionCustom hybrid turboCustom 3” stainless exhaustCustom stainless intake plenum2017 BMW 6-speed manual gearboxStage 1 clutchCustom short shifterE30 medium case diff with LSD conversion
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