Is a 325is a E30?
Not so long ago, we learned that BMW was resurrecting an old designation it abandoned years ago to create the 128ti. One badge that remains stuck far back in the company’s history book, however, is ‘iS’.
What is E30 325e?
The 325e was an economy version and was released as a lower revving, more fuel-efficient engine. The E is an abbreviation for eta, which is used to represent the thermal efficiency of a heat engine. To maximize low-rev torque, the engine was the largest available in an E30, aside from the South Africa-only 333i model.
What engine does a 325iS have?
Powertrain specs
| Engine type | I-6, 12v sohc |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.7 l (165 ci) |
| Power | 170 ps (168 bhp / 125 kw) @ 5800 rpm |
| Torque | 222 Nm (164 lb-ft) @ 4300 rpm |
| Power / liter | 63 ps (62 hp) |
What is the value of a 1987 BMW 325?
**Figure based on a stock 1987 BMW 325is valued at $20,500 with OH rates with $100/300K liability/UM/UIM limits. Actual costs vary depending on the coverage selected, vehicle condition, state and other factors.
What kind of engine does a BMW E30 have?
BMW’s E30 3-Series spanned a decade of production and came in two-door, four-door, convertible and estate body styles. It had over a half dozen different four or six-cylinder engines, including a diesel, and models ranged from the humble 90-hp 316 to the mighty 150-mph M3 Sport Evo.
Are BMW E30’s still good cars?
One 1983 Car and Driver test declared that “its handling and roadholding are magnificent. The tradition of bad behavior at the back end of a BMW has been allowed to lapse.” And while even the newest E30s are old enough to get antique plates, today’s enthusiasts can still count on a high degree of build quality.