Hello, sorry if this is a noobish question, this is my first E30 and its an earlier date 6/87 pre super eta model 325E with an automatic trans, (Picked it up super clean for $400 so i consider it a bargain for a rust free e30 to build upon) anyway, Im obviously interested in doing an engine swap, but until I find the right m50 I have an offer of $200 for a Getrag 5 speed manual trans from a 96 e36 328i with 130k miles on it. he also has all the parts from the 328i to do the manual swap which would bring the price up to $450. Ive been looking around for about an hour but cant come up with a definite answer. Will the getrag work with my stock configuration until i put the m50 in? Obviously Ill need a new drive shaft and possibly flywheel along with other manual trans swap parts and clutch pedal assembly, I know my car has a LSD, just not sure the ratio of it at this point. I’m just curious what you guys think and if this is a good deal. Also I cant seem to find what model getrag 5 speed was used on this 328i, if you know id appreciate the help, really appreciate it!
M36 Getrag 5 from 96 328i into my 325 non seta
andrew240z
#2
if you are building a spec e30 none of those parts will work. you need an m20 motor and a Getrag 260 transmission.
squidrope
#3
That trans will not work with your ETA motor. You’ll need a manual transmission from an ETA car because the ETA crank position sensors are mounted to the bell housing. Non ETA trans do not have the holes for the sensors.
sochmo
#4
Your positive about that? Ive read from numerous sources there are ways around the bell housing sensors.