DaveG is a self-described BMW nut and restorer. So it shouldn’t surprise anyone that he’s building the World’s first BMW E30 with an electric motor from a BMW i3. The motor makes 168-184 horsepower depending on the year. Dave plans on powering the motor with Fluence battery packs and connecting it to a 320d transmission via a custom adapter plate.
Source: @daveg2015 via Max Maddox
As a former E30 owner and current i3 owner, color me interested!
I always enjoy seeing a unique swap.
From one BMW classic nut to another I like your idea as I have been having the same thoughts these days. I have 3 BMW 2002’s that I am working on to convert to EV’s and I like the idea of using the I3 motors as it would near double the HP in these very lightweight classics. I am in Colorado at 5000 feet elevation so loss of HP to altitude is important. I am now looking for instructional videos to study the details of an I3 EV conversion.
Hey Mickey
I’m from Colorado too.I want to do the same but in an E46 please lets get in contact faloquintana@yahoo.com.Thanks mate