Dallas, TX | USA
Description
Runs and drives BMW E12 These are getting hard to find, but this one is in pretty good shape and has an m30b35 swapped engine from a 1987 635csi. It needs a little bit of attention, the gas gauge, AC, and a few other things don't work but it will still make the cruise to your local car meets. Motivated to sell, willing to trade, very negotiable ...
Our Take:
- The 1980 BMW 525i is part of the E12 series, which holds its own special corner in automotive history as BMW's first generation of 5 Series sedans. Known for its balanced handling and quintessential '80s styling, the E12 set the stage for future 5 Series models to become the benchmark of the executive car class.
- This particular 525i is extra intriguing due to the engine swap. It's been upgraded with an M30B35 engine from an '87 635CSI, known for its robust nature and a little more kick. This makes it a bit of a Frankenstein in the best way possible—like getting a classic BMW with a heart transplant that adds a little more soul to your driving experience.
- With a manual transmission, this vehicle offers that raw driving pleasure that modern automatics just can't match. Shifting gears manually keeps you more connected to the car, and for enthusiasts, it's all about feeling each transition like a choreographed dance.
- Despite some cosmetic and functional quirks (like a non-working gas gauge and AC), this E12 has a charisma that newer cars can't quite replicate. Imagine rolling this baby into a car meet—it's like showing up with a piece of living history that draws nods of approval from those in the know.
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