AZBMW

So here is my situation. I am a BMW enthusiast, and am currently in a 2000 540i 6SPD. I had it up for sale and have someone with a 92 SC300 with 2JZ-GTE swap with lots done to it. Pushing 416RWHP. Down side its automatic. 54K miles on it. I am in a 2000 540i with 183k miles but rebuilt motor, and entire cooling system is new, clutch and soo much more all OEM. Its a straight trade. What do you guys think?

1WILLY1

iTrader: (9)

tough call ,,,,we need pics and more details.

In general though Id stay away from cars with swapped motors and high hp, ,,,people dont build fast cars to baby them .

Chances are the sc has been abused.

AZBMW

He had the swap done at a shop who specializes in swaps. He has two of them and said he knows these really good. But from what I hear the 2JZ motors are solid motors, I mean compared to the 3.0L Inline-6 from BMW, they 2JZs are tanks. He said its well taken care. I want to do a compression test and check for leaks. Which are my biggest concern.

levie

iTrader: (1)

pictures would really help you out alot man. and yeah i agree, 2jz is a amazing motor, but as said, people dont do swaps for the car to sit in a garage all year.

ttran509

big chance that it has been abused, depending on the condition of both cars I would keep the BMW unless the SC is in tip top shape.

scguy

yah pics would help to make or help make decision

AZBMW

Pics of car suck. Motor one is good. Has new timing belt, waterpump, and serp belt. New Garrett Turbo with warranty.

levie

iTrader: (1)

hmm that sc is lookin pretty good. have you gotten compression tests and other inspections on it? do you have any pictures of your bmw?

AZBMW

Can I do that myself? Just getting the spark plug tool and cranking? What PSI is good? Heres my BM



Its quick enough. Handles awesome. Just put a bigger rear end in it.

durps

iTrader: (8)

Personally, if the tests come out well, I'd go for the SC for sure.

abounly

iTrader: (27)

The motor doesn't look mickey moused so you know its good.

Looks like a 92-94. If you do pick it up make sure you get a nice aero kit / 97 kit to hide the FMIC better.

2BENVD

iTrader: (1)

Its a hit or miss situation, I'd rather sell the BMW an land a SC if that's wat ur looking for

levie

iTrader: (1)

hmm i dunno. you mentioned that the sc was still auto, correct? if so i think that would keep me away from it. that tranny wouldn't last long at that much power.

abounly

iTrader: (27)

autos are pretty strong, im sure it'll hold that power.

if anythin just get a r154 and swap it in.

GQD_GS4

you're gonna miss the BMW driving experience