E30 Euro Grill Install

Mote · 05-03-2009, 12:27 PM

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So not wasting any time modding the E30.. Jo@Eurodyne graciously donated a set of euro grills for the car and I decided to put them on today!

A quick write up of the install for anyone with an E30.

Here you can see the difference between the US spec grill and the euro grills. The euro grills have a line that goes across the top of the headlights. Very subtle and really only noticeable to the enthusiast.

Started by using a phillips screwdriver and unscrewing the 2 screws on the bottom of the grill. Afterwards, I removed the clips holding the top of the grills to the engine bay.

Use a flat head to remove these clips, but be careful as they snap off with a little force and tend to go flying out.

Once removed, you'll notice on the top part of the grill there is a foam strip. Depending on the condition of your E30, this could be worn down. Luckily mine seemed to be in good shape and I carefully removed it to swap to the euro grill. If you remove it carefully, you can save the adhesive and it should stick on to the new grills no problem. If not, use some super glue and you should be all set.

Once you're done, slip the grills on and use the clips to fasten them back onto the engine bay. Screw them in from the bottom and you're all set!

Just ever so slightly more aggressive!

just4kickz · 05-03-2009, 12:30 PM

did you get ur e30 used? & if so...how many miles were on it?

to_riffic · 05-03-2009, 02:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by just4kickz

did you get ur e30 used? & if so...how many miles were on it?

nah, i think Mote got it new thru Euro Delivery.

just4kickz · 05-03-2009, 05:02 PM

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Originally Posted by ra2fanatic

nah, i think Mote got it new thru Euro Delivery.

well i figure he got it used, and wanted to know more about how many miles were on it when he purchased it. but to ask "how many miles were on it when you purchased it used?" outright would be awkward.

the only e30 m3's i've been finding are like 70k miles for a 26k$$ or above 100k miles like around 150-200k for around 15k$$, which i thought was a rip off either way. i'm looking for a red one that isn't going to bust my balls. for 26k i might as well get a new GTI 4dr

you basically asked for an explanation...lol.

ZJP · 05-03-2009, 05:09 PM

They look awesome.

You need a set of Ellipsoids with HID!

Mote · 05-03-2009, 05:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZJP

They look awesome.

You need a set of Ellipsoids with HID!

aaaaaah...all in good time!

Mote · 05-03-2009, 05:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ra2fanatic

nah, i think Mote got it new thru Euro Delivery.

That would be siiiick! lol

Quote:

Originally Posted by just4kickz

did you get ur e30 used? & if so...how many miles were on it?

Yup, picked it up about 2 weeks ago. It's a 1991 325i with about 146,000 miles on the odometer.

If you're looking for an E30 M3, be prepared to shell out some serious coin for it. These cars are going up in value. Even the E30 325i seems to be gaining popularity.

just4kickz · 05-03-2009, 11:02 PM

nice. how much did you pay for your 325i?

Year's_End · 05-03-2009, 11:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by just4kickz

did you get ur e30 used? & if so...how many miles were on it?

Quote:

Originally Posted by ra2fanatic

nah, i think Mote got it new thru Euro Delivery.

Quote:

Originally Posted by just4kickz

well i figure he got it used, and wanted to know more about how many miles were on it when he purchased it. but to ask "how many miles were on it when you purchased it used?" outright would be awkward.

the only e30 m3's i've been finding are like 70k miles for a 26k$$ or above 100k miles like around 150-200k for around 15k$$, which i thought was a rip off either way. i'm looking for a red one that isn't going to bust my balls. for 26k i might as well get a new GTI 4dr

you basically asked for an explanation...lol.

i'm pretty sure ra2fanatic's comment was suggesting at the fact that it's impossible to buy an e30 new dude...

just4kickz · 05-03-2009, 11:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bimmer Loyalist

i'm pretty sure ra2fanatic's comment was suggesting at the fact that it's impossible to buy an e30 new dude...

lol no shit. but he could have been the sole owner? lol fuck it. ignore everything i've said... it'll be simpler that way

Spec 1 · 05-05-2009, 12:52 PM

I've got the Euro grills on mine as well. Good choice, the eyebrow does wonders.

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZJP

You need a set of Ellipsoids with HID!

I've got those

My favorite mod on this car yet:

Sam12345 · 05-05-2009, 08:16 PM

omfg this car is so fucking sexy.,

please mario can the e30 bare my children?

Sam12345 · 05-05-2009, 08:16 PM

Mote is my hero

ZJP · 05-06-2009, 09:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Spec 1

I've got those

My favorite mod on this car yet:

Same here, it's like night & day difference.

Sniz · 05-06-2009, 10:20 AM

very nice man!

its fun modding the older cars isnt it....and a lot cheaper for the most part.

Mark M · 05-08-2009, 03:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Spec 1

I've got the Euro grills on mine as well. Good choice, the eyebrow does wonders.

I've got those

My favorite mod on this car yet:

Careful...looks like your coolant is about ot overheat!

otix · 02-28-2017, 01:12 PM

I have brand new E30 Euro grills for sale.
BMW E30 Euro grill L+R set 40$ shipped
Aftermarket (not original), good quality!

PM if needed

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