<![CDATA[They don't think it be like it is, but it do.]]>Guys. Guys! GUYS! No, seriously, guise, I'm back!

Introducting my brand new to me 98 323is, in the wonderful Avus Blau :D

Picked it up today for $3200 which would normally be a lot for you folks down south, but at 212k with 0 rust I consider it a steal! 

*Thankfully the Bank of Girlfriend came through with an interest free loan and allowed me to buy the car!

Clutch has less than 10k on it.

Tires all have less than 10k.

Interior is super clean, although some parts need attention.

Paint is super clean (considering WI).

Wheels are shnazzy looking IMO.

I luv luv luv luv luv it.

Bad:

Has a Dinan badge on the rear, I will surely remove it soon.

Shift knob is FUBAR, feels like it's going to fall off in my hand.

Paint chips on hood need attention.

Headliner is beginning to sag in various spots, want to replace with black piece.

Front struts are beginning to leak, Koni + H&R race in the future.

Needs clears, although I actually dont mind how the orange pops with the blue paint :eeps:

Glove box button popped out on the drive home.

I'll try to get some more pics later, right now I'm going to put some miles on it and continue smiling like a moron :D

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]]>https://wibimmers.com/topic/2693/they-don-t-think-it-be-like-it-is-but-it-do.RSS for NodeWed, 16 Sep 2026 08:49:06 GMTWed, 14 May 2014 22:27:40 GMT60<![CDATA[Reply to They don't think it be like it is, but it do. on Wed, 21 May 2014 04:46:17 GMT]]>Yeah, you can find them for about $155 shipped with fogs nowadays.

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Ryan... said:

Thank god for Ebay's Bill Me Later option!

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Koni STR.T front struts  *** Only $150 shipped right now on Ebay, in case anyone is looking for front struts!

Ebay Lowering Springs (purchased after reading BFC review)

URO Front Strut Mounts (2 year warranty, same as Ebay springs)

Z3 SSK with new pivot cup, new nylon spec washers, new circlips.

Delrin Carrier Shifter Bushings

aaaannnnnndddd: a $9.99 shift knob to hold me over until I find a good, local OEM knob.

I had to really fight with myself (aka my girlfren) over adding an M3 bumper w/fogs into my shopping cart. She won the fight :(

arent the bumpers only like a hundred bucks for e36s?

]]>https://wibimmers.com/post/41565https://wibimmers.com/post/41565Wed, 21 May 2014 04:42:19 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to They don't think it be like it is, but it do. on Mon, 19 May 2014 03:09:03 GMT]]>

shovz said:

I have a zhp weight 6 speed one idk if that helps though. Not great condition

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Wanna PM me a price and maybe some pics? Or you could text me that stuff as well 920 340 0006

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]]>https://wibimmers.com/post/41408https://wibimmers.com/post/41408Mon, 19 May 2014 03:09:03 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to They don't think it be like it is, but it do. on Mon, 19 May 2014 01:18:49 GMT]]>I have a zhp weight 6 speed one idk if that helps though. Not great condition

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]]>https://wibimmers.com/post/41399https://wibimmers.com/post/41399Mon, 19 May 2014 01:18:49 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to They don't think it be like it is, but it do. on Sun, 18 May 2014 16:52:57 GMT]]>Thank god for Ebay's Bill Me Later option!

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Koni STR.T front struts  *** Only $150 shipped right now on Ebay, in case anyone is looking for front struts!

Ebay Lowering Springs (purchased after reading BFC review)

URO Front Strut Mounts (2 year warranty, same as Ebay springs)

Z3 SSK with new pivot cup, new nylon spec washers, new circlips.

Delrin Carrier Shifter Bushings

aaaannnnnndddd: a $9.99 shift knob to hold me over until I find a good, local OEM knob.

I had to really fight with myself (aka my girlfren) over adding an M3 bumper w/fogs into my shopping cart. She won the fight :(

]]>https://wibimmers.com/post/41381https://wibimmers.com/post/41381Sun, 18 May 2014 16:52:57 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to They don't think it be like it is, but it do. on Fri, 16 May 2014 16:51:50 GMT]]>The rear struts have already been done according to the PO, but I'll probably buy those vorshlag reinforcement plates for them anyway. Right now the rear suspension is fine, so other than the plates in the rear I'll leave it be for now.

]]>https://wibimmers.com/post/41313https://wibimmers.com/post/41313Fri, 16 May 2014 16:51:50 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to They don't think it be like it is, but it do. on Fri, 16 May 2014 16:24:04 GMT]]>I would definitely do the strut and shock mounts while you are in there!  It's not worth the headache to not replace it all at the same time.  They make reinforcement plates as well that I would say are a must for the rear and should be highly considered.  I have seen the front body split once but the rear body can mushroom frequently.

]]>https://wibimmers.com/post/41312https://wibimmers.com/post/41312Fri, 16 May 2014 16:24:04 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to They don't think it be like it is, but it do. on Fri, 16 May 2014 16:10:52 GMT]]>Right now I'm leaning towards replacing just the struts/springs, and if nothing else NEEDS to be changed I'll do a full f/r suspension overhaul over the winter while it's parked. Make it ride like new again :)

]]>https://wibimmers.com/post/41311https://wibimmers.com/post/41311Fri, 16 May 2014 16:10:52 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to They don't think it be like it is, but it do. on Fri, 16 May 2014 15:53:52 GMT]]>Everything in your lower control arm can be replaced so if you are looking to save a couple bucks you can stay away from a whole arm.  FYI

]]>https://wibimmers.com/post/41310https://wibimmers.com/post/41310Fri, 16 May 2014 15:53:52 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to They don't think it be like it is, but it do. on Fri, 16 May 2014 15:32:55 GMT]]>^^ Thanks for the reply, I'm not even sure why I asked it, because as I was writing it down I realized I pretty much knew the answer lol

I'm probably going to go with some cheap Koni STR.T front struts and try to find a cheap set of H&R race springs for the front. While I'm in there I'd like to just go ahead and change some of those suspension parts while I have it all off and hanging loose.

]]>https://wibimmers.com/post/41309https://wibimmers.com/post/41309Fri, 16 May 2014 15:32:55 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to They don't think it be like it is, but it do. on Fri, 16 May 2014 15:30:17 GMT]]>

Ryan... said:

Thanks guys!

I'll definitely be coming to meets again, assuming my stupid schedule allows. The company I work for hires a lot of military folks, so the next 2 months at least 14 employees will be leaving for extended periods meaning I'll be hopefully getting 45-55 hours a week.

Now a question, at hwy speeds if I hit a large bump the car feels as though it's moving side to side, like it's "floating." I see that the front struts are beginning to lose fluid, but I couldn't really see/feel any other issues underneath the car. Granted it was 2am when I looked, but where should I begin inspecting? I'll likely just go ahead and change the struts (springs too hopefully), tie rods, and sway bar end links just for peace of mind.

Recommended replacement on Struts/Shocks is 50k miles.  From what you are describing from a ride control standpoint the struts/shocks are done for.  On most of the German vehicles you won't hear the struts/shocks go bad but you will feel the handling decrease, such as what you are describing.  I would also jack up the front end and shake down the front end to see if you have any balljoint play which was pretty common on these.  The bushings are inspected visually and just look for cracking or separation.

]]>https://wibimmers.com/post/41307https://wibimmers.com/post/41307Fri, 16 May 2014 15:30:17 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to They don't think it be like it is, but it do. on Fri, 16 May 2014 15:25:11 GMT]]>Thanks guys!

I'll definitely be coming to meets again, assuming my stupid schedule allows. The company I work for hires a lot of military folks, so the next 2 months at least 14 employees will be leaving for extended periods meaning I'll be hopefully getting 45-55 hours a week.

*edit, answered my own question

]]>https://wibimmers.com/post/41306https://wibimmers.com/post/41306Fri, 16 May 2014 15:25:11 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to They don't think it be like it is, but it do. on Fri, 16 May 2014 03:32:14 GMT]]>Hell yeah!! Looking good!

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]]>https://wibimmers.com/post/41283https://wibimmers.com/post/41283Fri, 16 May 2014 03:32:14 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to They don't think it be like it is, but it do. on Fri, 16 May 2014 02:54:49 GMT]]>Awesome! Now your attendance at meets will be mandatory ;)

]]>https://wibimmers.com/post/41280https://wibimmers.com/post/41280Fri, 16 May 2014 02:54:49 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to They don't think it be like it is, but it do. on Fri, 16 May 2014 02:15:09 GMT]]>Nice pickup! Awesome color too.  :cool:

]]>https://wibimmers.com/post/41279https://wibimmers.com/post/41279Fri, 16 May 2014 02:15:09 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to They don't think it be like it is, but it do. on Thu, 15 May 2014 22:12:05 GMT]]>Fuh yeah! Congrats on the pickup and quick turn-around. Bank of GF to the rescue, though she'll make you pay for it later...

]]>https://wibimmers.com/post/41275https://wibimmers.com/post/41275Thu, 15 May 2014 22:12:05 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to They don't think it be like it is, but it do. on Thu, 15 May 2014 20:59:46 GMT]]>Awwwwww yeah! Welcome back to the show big fella!

]]>https://wibimmers.com/post/41270https://wibimmers.com/post/41270Thu, 15 May 2014 20:59:46 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to They don't think it be like it is, but it do. on Thu, 15 May 2014 04:09:35 GMT]]>Thanks!

Tomorrow I'm going to stick the headliner back up, attempt to polish the headlights, and try to find some local plasti dip for the kidneys. I hate chrome...

Also, going to attempt to drill my ignition tumbler to prevent it from wrecking itself. My key was spinning freely today and nearly left me stranded... No me gusta.

]]>https://wibimmers.com/post/41205https://wibimmers.com/post/41205Thu, 15 May 2014 04:09:35 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to They don't think it be like it is, but it do. on Thu, 15 May 2014 03:14:01 GMT]]>Nice pick up!

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]]>https://wibimmers.com/post/41199https://wibimmers.com/post/41199Thu, 15 May 2014 03:14:01 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to They don't think it be like it is, but it do. on Thu, 15 May 2014 02:58:55 GMT]]>Thanks brother!

I am definitely thinking M bumper in the future (probably this winter). First I gotta fix the little issues first!

For instance, my key just spun a full 720* in the ignition, so I see a new tumbler in my future...

]]>https://wibimmers.com/post/41197https://wibimmers.com/post/41197Thu, 15 May 2014 02:58:55 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to They don't think it be like it is, but it do. on Thu, 15 May 2014 02:51:04 GMT]]>Get M3 bumper/moldings/mirrors and you're solid..

Who am I kidding, that's what I want for my car too...

I hate my life. Congrats on the car my friend!

]]>https://wibimmers.com/post/41196https://wibimmers.com/post/41196Thu, 15 May 2014 02:51:04 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to They don't think it be like it is, but it do. on Thu, 15 May 2014 02:41:43 GMT]]>

patsbimmer1 said:

ClassE said:

A-friggen-men to THAT! Worth every penny for southern cars.

+10000000009

Earl said:

No problem buddy. I am here to help=P I also owed you one since I only found out about WiBimmers because of you=)

Goodness, I remember that now! Seems like forever ago...

patsbimmer1 said:

Lookin good!!!! No rust is a definite bonus! I have some m tech springs if you want them.

Thanks much!

PM sent :)

]]>https://wibimmers.com/post/41195https://wibimmers.com/post/41195Thu, 15 May 2014 02:41:43 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to They don't think it be like it is, but it do. on Thu, 15 May 2014 01:54:34 GMT]]>Lookin good!!!! No rust is a definite bonus! I have some m tech springs if you want them.

]]>https://wibimmers.com/post/41192https://wibimmers.com/post/41192Thu, 15 May 2014 01:54:34 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to They don't think it be like it is, but it do. on Thu, 15 May 2014 00:16:11 GMT]]>No problem buddy. I am here to help=P I also owed you one since I only found out about WiBimmers because of you=)

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