Greetings from Sydney

[Csaunders]

Hi All,

I am new to these forums and as suggested am introducing myself.

I have been a long time admirer of the E9, and am now getting serious about acquiring one. So, anyone out there who can point me in the directions of a RHD CS, all assistance greatly appreciated.

Previous classics are a 1958 FC Holden (think shrink wrapped 56 Chevy), and a 1971 Volvo P1800E (beautiful shape, no grunt).

First question for the group is a rough cost to acquire and fit a 5 speed to an auto car? I have seen a few auto cars in great condition, but have always let them pass as I really want a manual. I notice in these pages that this conversion seems a fairly common job.

Regards,
Craig

 

[rodspock]

Craig,

E9s are quite rare to find here in Australia. I don't know of any on the market at present, and prices seem to be rising.

A black automatic was recently on the market in Sydney, advertised at $36K. It was only listed for about three weeks.

I would recommend contacting Bill at IDB Automotive in North Richmond in Melbourne. He specialises in E9s and may know of some cars for sale.

Five speed gearboxes can cost from $750-$1500, plus you need a flywheel, clutch, master and slave cylinders, and pedals (pedals seem to be the hardest parts to source). Adjust the length of the driveshaft, shifter tongue and crossmember.

Good Luck

Rod
(Brisbane)

 

[kasbatts]

Hi Craig, if your getting serious and can't find a car in Oz, there are two here in NZ for sale on "trade me" I have no affiliation with them, just know of them being for sale, both are autos unfortunately.
Both are approx $30k, so with the dollar, landed in Aus would probably owe you about $30-35k Aus $ I guess

This one is in Christchurch and is a ex Japan car

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/bmw/30csclassic/auction-628583635.htm


This ones in Auckland, looks not to bad from the photos

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/bmw/e9/auction-624097426.htm

Could look the Auckland car for you if your keen

Steve

 

[Csaunders]

Thanks Gents

Rod, good to know on the gearbox, and I'll touch base with Bill at IDB.

Steve, I have spotted the blue one on Trade Me, but am still looking for a manual, rather than an auto that I have to convert as a first option. I'll do the conversion if I have to, but it's early days in the serious search, so will keep my eyes peeled for a manual.

Thank you so much for the replies, and I'll keep you in the loop on progress.

Craig

 

[kasbatts]

No problem, will keep my eyes open for you

Cheers