
S52-Powered 1987 BMW E30 325is
This 1987 BMW 325is, known as the E30 Grape, features a fully built S52 engine with a ported and polished cylinder head and a compression ratio of 11.5 to 1. Built by CAtuned, the car showcases a custom CAtuned subframe, S54 oil pan, and Z3M steering rack. The exterior boasts a Daytona Violet paint job, OEM BMW Mtech1 body kit with custom add-ons, and Rotiform Forged wheels. The interior includes a custom CAtuned gauge cluster and rare Mtechnic Recaro seats. Featured at SEMA and the Battle of the Builders competition, this build stands out with air suspension and a comprehensive brake upgrade.
- Built by:
- CAtuned
- Location:
- Florida, USA
- Vehicle:
- 1987 BMW 3 Series / M3 - E30
- Engine:
- L6 S52
- Cost:
- -
- Power:
- -
- Torque:
- -
- Weight:
- -
- Balance:
- -
- Wheels:
- Rotiform Forged 16x8 frontRotiform Forged 16x9.5 rearToyo Tires 205/40/16 frontToyo Tires 215/40/16 rear
- Exterior:
- Daytona Violet paintOEM BMW Mtech1 Body kitCustom CAtuned Startec Tail lightsSquare Typhoon headlightsCarbon DTM mirrorsRetro Rear Kamei Rear spoiler
- Interior:
- Custom CAtuned Gauge clusterMtechnic Interior on Recaro seatsLeather-covered dash and center consoleNew Black Carpet & BMW floor matsNew Suede Black Headliner
- Chassis:
- Custom CAtuned SubframePerformance Suspension On Airlift managementFLO air ride tankUpgraded ST sway bars front & rearCAtuned Chromoly sway bar linksCustom CAtuned Stage 3.0 BBK Big Brake Upgrade
- Powertrain:
- Port matched Intake ManifoldCAtuned all aluminum RadiatorCastro airbox and K&N Air filterCustom Vibrant Stainless Exhaust SystemCustom CAtuned Stage 3.0 BBK Big Brake Upgrade
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