LS1 BMW resale value?

[HorsePowerAddicts]

I know there are a few BMW enthusiasts on here so i figured i would ask. What is the going value for a LS1/T56 swapped 99 328is coupe?

The reason i am asking is because i have a LS1/T56 pullout and i found a clean 99 328is with black leather for almost nothing. I am thinking about picking it up and swapping the ls1 in along with a t4 76-78mm turbo to use as a daily driver. I usually get bored with cars withing a year or so of driving them and do not want to take a hit on the resale.

[largeorangefont]

If you have the pullout already that will help, but don't expect to make a profit. Youll be lucky to break even on the swap, car and cost of pullout.

[jasonv31]

Do it!  If you take a hit ... call it your accumulated monthly note!

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[digitalsolo]

Best case is probably break even.   Remember, with a used E36, assume it needs all new suspension because, well, odds are excellent that it does.

[priceless]

Do the swap with a 4 door.  I like the 4 door M3's and the Ls1 in that would be sweet. 

But overall you would probably break even with the swap.

[digitalsolo]

It is worth noting that some guys (like Shakenbake) DO make money building swap cars, but I think he's got some kind of find good deals voodoo or something.   If the E36 is cheap enough and in good enough shape, you might be able to make a couple grand on the swap, maybe a little more if you do a VERY good job.

[HorsePowerAddicts]

I am really leaning towards this swap. I will be in at under $2K for the car and the LS1/t56 pullout. I have already done multiple ls1 swaps and do not see having a whole lot in this build. Here is a picture of said BMW i am thinking about.

[digitalsolo]

With that small an investment, you should make good money.

[NOROTOR]

Jim?...

[shakenbake]

Roller looks nice......but because it is not an M car it will hurt your resale. I bought a 97 4 door M3 with low miles for $5500 in perfect running condition. I sold the S52 swap for $2500 so I  had $3k in a M3 roller.

If you do it right here is what you will spend.....

Samberg or Vorshlag kit with headers.    $3500 (For resale it helps to use an established swap parts company)
Brake line relocation                               $200
Radiator                                                 $300
M3 3.91 LSD rear diff                             $400
AAW diff brace                                       $265
Suspension                                            $500-1000
Custom exhaust                                    $300-1000
Wiring harness                                       $200-1000
Misc swap parts, fluids, hoses ect.           $500

So figure $6000-$9000 for all of your swap needs. With only having $2k in the rest of your setup joy should be able to make some $$. My guess is that it would bring in $15-18k in resale if everything is well documented and no corners cut. Getting the AC and PS working will help a lot. Good luck with your project and feel free to contact me if you have any questions along the way. I can't express enough how much I love My LS3 M3 even after owning a few very nice LSx FD's
   

[priceless]

Roller looks nice......but because it is not an M car it will hurt your resale. I bought a 97 4 door M3 with low miles for $5500 in perfect running condition. I sold the S52 swap for $2500 so I  had $3k in a M3 roller.

If you do it right here is what you will spend.....

Samberg or Vorshlag kit with headers.    $3500 (For resale it helps to use an established swap parts company)
Brake line relocation                               $200
Radiator                                                 $300
M3 3.91 LSD rear diff                             $400
AAW diff brace                                       $265
Suspension                                            $500-1000
Custom exhaust                                    $300-1000
Wiring harness                                       $200-1000
Misc swap parts, fluids, hoses ect.           $500

So figure $6000-$9000 for all of your swap needs. With only having $2k in the rest of your setup joy should be able to make some $$. My guess is that it would bring in $15-18k in resale if everything is well documented and no corners cut. Getting the AC and PS working will help a lot. Good luck with your project and feel free to contact me if you have any questions along the way. I can't express enough how much I love My LS3 M3 even after owning a few very nice LSx FD's
   

Damn you.  I like the 4 door M3's a lot, and would like to get a swapped one in the near future.

[shakenbake]

Heres my latest build thread. It might help you with compiling a list of what you will need.

http://www.norotors.com/index.php?topic=9282.0

[turbotalon1g]

LSx powered BMW's make me want to sex.

[digitalsolo]

shakenbake's car is BAD ASS.   It's a surreal feeling to haul massive ass while riding in the BACK SEAT of a 4 DOOR CAR.  LOL.

[shakenbake]

Thanks Blake. I feel the need to make it faster this winter. What is wrong with me? I know it is perfectly fine the way it is but can't stop looking at power adders.