Testament Posted February 26, 2011 Share Posted February 26, 2011 \ I think denny hulme passed away in an E34 M5? pritty sure he died in the Benson & Hedges Racing E30 M3 Evo shared with Paul Morris I stand corrected Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Mainstream Posted February 26, 2011 Share Posted February 26, 2011 never the less that car is a sweeet score. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EFI_LC Posted February 26, 2011 Author Share Posted February 26, 2011 I have checked on the build and its a stock 535i but it appears it may be the 4th built e34 535i in the world which I am trying to confirm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Mainstream Posted February 26, 2011 Share Posted February 26, 2011 holy fuck. mad score if #4 Build Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EFI_LC Posted February 27, 2011 Author Share Posted February 27, 2011 holy fuck. mad score if #4 Build Well looks like it is number 4 and was built in Munich. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikuni Posted February 27, 2011 Share Posted February 27, 2011 ^ sounds promising. How did you manage to verify that info? Back to the model, I thought you could get "M" BMW's without them being M3, or M5, as the case may be. I'm probably wrong, BMW's confuse the fuck out of me. So with the motors in there having a low CR etc, would a high comp NA build with decent induction and exhaust be on the cards perhaps? Maybe drop a lower ratio diff in there to get the gear ratios back a bit. Might liven it up a little bit and tune it more to New Zealands roads than the Autobahn Cruiser it was built to be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EFI_LC Posted February 27, 2011 Author Share Posted February 27, 2011 Each letter number deciphers the body tag but I am awaiting entry into a bmw forum overseas to confirm it. The last numbers are the sequential production number and this one is 00004 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparkle Posted February 27, 2011 Share Posted February 27, 2011 ^ sounds promising. How did you manage to verify that info?Back to the model, I thought you could get "M" BMW's without them being M3, or M5, as the case may be. I'm probably wrong, BMW's confuse the fuck out of me. So with the motors in there having a low CR etc, would a high comp NA build with decent induction and exhaust be on the cards perhaps? Maybe drop a lower ratio diff in there to get the gear ratios back a bit. Might liven it up a little bit and tune it more to New Zealands roads than the Autobahn Cruiser it was built to be. M bmw's without being M3 or M5 are usually a crock. Anyone can stick a M badge on anything. In fact, most dealerships now a-days biff them on anything that has a sports bodykit on it. Bit sad really. There were a few that were factory badged up that weren't M5 or 3, main one I can think of is an E28 (shape before this - same as my old one) M535i. Just spec'd up with LSD, manual, recaros, bodykit etc. These E34s were more than likely replacements for these I guess? The E34 motors have 9.5:1 I think? The E28 535i motors had two options, a low comp 8.5:1 and a high comp 10:1? The E34 heads have larger ports and valves though. Maybe a build with E28 high comp pistons and your current head with some ITBs would be cheeeeeee'. Not sure if this would work or not? But was my plan with my old E28. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V8Pete Posted February 27, 2011 Share Posted February 27, 2011 \ I think denny hulme passed away in an E34 M5? pritty sure he died in the Benson & Hedges Racing E30 M3 Evo shared with Paul Morris I stand corrected And I bought a set of 4x108 15x6" steels off a Peugeot 307 off the guy who owns the B&H E30 now, then KKK bought them off me. KKK pretty much = reincarnation of Denny Hulme based on this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EFI_LC Posted February 27, 2011 Author Share Posted February 27, 2011 http://www.bmw-z1.com/VIN/VINdecode-e.cgi I am thinking it may be the fourth from a particular factory or possibly the 4th manual? It is most likely Munich but the codes don't quite match so need confirmation Even so it drives dam nice Chassis number BF00004 < Its possible that Vehicle code HD12 Series E34 Model 535i Body type saloon Catalog model ECE Production date 1989 / 02 Engine M30 Transmission Manual Steering Right Catalyzer YES Additional Information for Vehicle code HD12 Production FROM : 1988/04/01 TO : 1993/02/28 Engine M30 B34 Engine Oil 5.75 Liter Transmission Manual Transmission Model Getrag 260/6 Transmission Oil 1.25 Liter Rear Axle Oil 1.90 Liter Coolant(w/o Air Conditioner) 12.00 Liter Coolant(with Air Conditioner) 12.50 Liter Brake fluid 1.00 Liter Remarks : Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KKtrips Posted February 27, 2011 Share Posted February 27, 2011 \ I think denny hulme passed away in an E34 M5? pritty sure he died in the Benson & Hedges Racing E30 M3 Evo shared with Paul Morris I stand corrected And I bought a set of 4x108 15x6" steels off a Peugeot 307 off the guy who owns the B&H E30 now, then KKK bought them off me. KKK pretty much = reincarnation of Denny Hulme based on this. I bet on figuring this out you put your glasses on and played The Who at max vol.. LEWL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kyteler Posted February 27, 2011 Share Posted February 27, 2011 You bought Peugeot steels from Evolution Motorsport? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yoeddynz Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 wow- we had a E34 wagon version with the 2.5 turbo diesel. Fuck it was good! so so cheap to run- drove all the way to Switzerland and back - autobahn managed 115mph! Not bad for a big car with a diesel. So comfortable. And we could sleep in it (forgot tent once) I don't think NZ got the diesel ones? I remember getting battery out from under rear seat and fuck was there a lot of wires- i would not like to trace a broken wire etc.... You sir have a fine automobile! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jif Posted March 5, 2011 Share Posted March 5, 2011 The E34 motors have 9.5:1 I think? The E28 535i motors had two options, a low comp 8.5:1 and a high comp 10:1? The E34 heads have larger ports and valves though. Maybe a build with E28 high comp pistons and your current head with some ITBs would be cheeeeeee'. Not sure if this would work or not? But was my plan with my old E28. E34 also had to different compressions. I dont know the exeact numbers but the dirty(non-Catalyzer) had about 10 more horse power(I think) and the higher comp ratio. Also E34 M535i had different seats to nomal 535i. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EFI_LC Posted March 5, 2011 Author Share Posted March 5, 2011 The engine you are refering to is from the earlier version... M30B34 3.4 L (with catalytic converter) 8.0:1 compression ratio 185 BHP /188 PS 3.4 L (without catalytic converter) 10.0:1 compression ratio 214 BHP / 218 PS Applications: 1985-1988 E28 5-Series 1985-1987 E24 6-Series 1985-1987 E23 7-Series E34 specs are... 535i with 5-speed Getrag manual transmission: 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) in 7.5 s 1/4 mile (0.4 km) in 15.9 s Top speed (computer-limited, as on non-European models): 128 mph (206 km/h) Top speed (drag-limited): 146 mph (235 km/h), 60-0 mph (97–0 km/h) in 130 feet (40 m) M30B35 3.4 liter (3430 cc) SOHC inline-6 cylinder 9.0:1 compression ratio 208 bhp / 211 PS @ 5700 rpm 225 ft·lbf (305 N·m) torque @ 4000 rpm 87 AKI / 91 RON octane fuel or better recommended Applications: 1988-1989 E24 635CSi 1988-1993 E34 535i 1988-1992 E32 735i 3.5 L M90 (3453 cc) Applications: 1978-1983 E24 635CSi 1980-1981 E12 M535i Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rxsumo Posted March 6, 2011 Share Posted March 6, 2011 I've had a bit of experience with E34s..... a manual 535, an auto, and a 540i. One of the things to check out with the brakes, are the brake hoses, the geniune ATE hoses, either balloon out, or collapse internally. My old manual was a shocker on the track, as one of the rear hoses was ballooning out. Personally my preference is for the 540i, they are faster, and more economical when travelling....but the origins of the 3.5 engine is actually back from the 60s, as opposed to the V8 which was a new engine in the 90s. As for tuning....there are all sorts of claims made, but I would suspect that the only way to actually get real HP out of the engines is to spend a heap of cash. The Alpina B10 (non turbo), was only a + 20 or 30 hp, with major headwork, camshaft and exhaust modifications. Unlike the E12 and E28 engines, I would suspect that the E34 had a better exhaust manifold, and I would suspect there would be minimal gains (apart from engine note), from doing headers only. The other issue with running a Link or other aftermarket ECU, is that the Engine Management Computer, is working in conjunction with the Body control system, so some critcal functions may not work on the car. Most of the chip options that I looked at, raised BHP, but either increasing fuelling (= worse fuel economy), or increasing max RPM (less engine life). Most of the big HP claims, were based on changes to the US models, which were lower HP than our euro - non emmission models, so the gains arent substantial (less than 20hp), also watch the claims...some were claiming 15 hp gains....but it was mid range not overall. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spanners Posted March 7, 2011 Share Posted March 7, 2011 All of the above points to a jap engine conversion Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toyworld Posted March 7, 2011 Share Posted March 7, 2011 how many kms on it. i wouldnt bother modifying it - straight up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rxsumo Posted March 7, 2011 Share Posted March 7, 2011 and..... clutch heavy = normal for the E34, they are great when you are touring, but a real bastard around town in stop start traffic. The gearboxes are pretty robust, but are really expensive to fix, as all the bearings etc are only available from BMW, mine was rebuilt under a vehicle warranty at around 150K. Yours must be a fairly early one, as the "common" '90 model NZ new cars generally had the M-Tech bodykit, M-Tech Suspension, and the 415 metric rims. This is what our old one looked like (17 inch racing dynamic rims replaced the metrics when we popped a tyre) The NZ new HD12s were highly regarded, as they were some of the best spec'd manual 535s in the world. Your friendly BMW dealer should be able to tell you what the build (options) sheet for you car is. Only real issues with the E34, is the 100kmh shimmy - which is generally the front suspension bushes - you can get OEM ones with the HD 750i bushes (better ride than Nolathane) off Ebay, there can be some oddball heater issues (resistor packs), but I've never had the problem, the plasma displays can loose pixels over time, and check the rear "dog bone" suspension bushes. They are awesome fun at trackdays, they have huge grip for such a heavy car, yet with close to 50/50 weight balance, they drift progressively on the limit, and can be induced into oversteer on the throttle....heaps of fun I wouldnt bother trying to modify the driveline, if you want to go faster, buy a 540i and do a manual conversion on it. We just sold our 540i for $3600, you would be pushed to get a Schrick camshaft and valve springs for the M30 for that price, and that gets you 280 bhp, and a lighter engine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stylez Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 nice car man, used to have 2.5 auto. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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