Team, I rolled the dice, buying a trailer full of a disassembled 3.0. Since I had already placed my bet, I’ve been taking out boxes of parts, one at a time, and restoring what I can. I honestly had little idea of what was inside, I only could glance through a side door and the rear before making a buying decision. Meanwhile, my risk manager was on vacation –
My last Bimmer was a 635CSi in the early 90s (with full Zender kit and Ronal R9 wheels); my last restoration was 40 years ago. Which is to say, I’m rusty as these cars can be, and I’m open to the wisdom of this forum.
I’ve now made my way to the front of the car, and I must say, everyday I open a box with a new surprise (new parts!). I think I have the find of the year. New fenders, a new quarter-panel, new hood & trunk, and much more body panels. New rubber and other odds and ends. I also recently bought a parts car, but not certain I'll need the body parts afterall. Maybe I can help someone else out?
The bummer? I found out this past week this is a Euro 3.0CS (still was making my way to the front of the car, box by box…seriously). The engine and tranny had been taken to shops to be over-hauled. Both paid for, but they were never collected and long since sold off by the respective shops. I would have liked that engine setup!
The good news is this group. Don is going to get me fixed up in the powerplant department.
Here is what I seek:
On my next post, I will outline my game plan and leave it open to advice. My perfectionist is focused on the body and mechanics. I’m less worried about the ‘perfect’ interior; I’m going to go with what I’ve got and just replace the things that make sense (headliner, carpets, etc.).
As they say, it takes a village, and I’m open to the wisdom and experience of this community – Bryce
(And gratitude to the man who sold me his dream car, may I meet or exceed his expectations. His name, ironically, is also Bryce J.. Sending prayers for your health to recover.)
My last Bimmer was a 635CSi in the early 90s (with full Zender kit and Ronal R9 wheels); my last restoration was 40 years ago. Which is to say, I’m rusty as these cars can be, and I’m open to the wisdom of this forum.
I’ve now made my way to the front of the car, and I must say, everyday I open a box with a new surprise (new parts!). I think I have the find of the year. New fenders, a new quarter-panel, new hood & trunk, and much more body panels. New rubber and other odds and ends. I also recently bought a parts car, but not certain I'll need the body parts afterall. Maybe I can help someone else out?
The bummer? I found out this past week this is a Euro 3.0CS (still was making my way to the front of the car, box by box…seriously). The engine and tranny had been taken to shops to be over-hauled. Both paid for, but they were never collected and long since sold off by the respective shops. I would have liked that engine setup!
The good news is this group. Don is going to get me fixed up in the powerplant department.
Here is what I seek:
- Does anyone have a Gant Chart or Workflow model of their restoration to share?
- Has anyone written their restoration process or created a parts inventory list or checklist?
- Also seeking a list of all nuts and bolts. I cleaned enough to know I don’t want to do anymore!
On my next post, I will outline my game plan and leave it open to advice. My perfectionist is focused on the body and mechanics. I’m less worried about the ‘perfect’ interior; I’m going to go with what I’ve got and just replace the things that make sense (headliner, carpets, etc.).
As they say, it takes a village, and I’m open to the wisdom and experience of this community – Bryce
(And gratitude to the man who sold me his dream car, may I meet or exceed his expectations. His name, ironically, is also Bryce J.. Sending prayers for your health to recover.)
