After 4 years abandoned, we find out what it takes to get this BMW M3 running again.

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0:00 Intro
1:26 Inspection
4:25 Attempt to start the engine
6:34 Road test
7:55 Problem found
8:17 Father's day surprise (thank you Ridge!)
10:09 Assessment after road test
11:54 Parts arrived, drain coolant
12:12 Removing intake manifold
12:23 Coolant leak repair
13:00 Oil Change and engine clean
13:13 Power steering system repairs
13:36 Intake manifold assembly
14:13 Flush cooling system
14:29 Hood struts replaced
14:37 Remove spark plugs
15:03 Compression check
16:30 Borescope inspection
17:38 valve cover removal
18:07 Leak down test
19:02 new valve cover gasket install
20:44 "the plan"
21:13 Compression test 3 days later
22:16 Summary of results
22:44 What's in store for the future
23:19 "the final touch"
24:11 Wrap up, thanks for watching!
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@JamiesGarage1 2 года назад

Big thanks to Ridge for sending me this wallet for my Dad and supporting the channel! Here’s the site if you want to check them out! > ridge.com/jamie use code JAMIE for 15% off

@trumanhw Год назад

You sure it wasn't that the battery was getting weaker as to why you were getting about 60 PSI in cyl 5 and 6 ..?

@jacekbolec9864 2 года назад

Please restore it, there is more m3 race car builds than restored ones on yt.

@rehenes3844 2 года назад

This ^

@dmcosta 2 года назад

This. Restore it as a Father and Son duo would in their garage. I know that I would love to take a non running car and a restoration to a car like this and give it to my son as a 1st car. 🙂

@ghettobecher1352 2 года назад

@@dmcosta Me and my father did the same with my e36. Still an ongoing project but its almost finished :D

@yaron1998 2 года назад

This comment

@DerikDraven 2 года назад

💯

@Mantas.N 2 года назад

Manual swap and restoration, this car deserves to be keep alive for another generation.

@BestMotorWerks 2 года назад

I agree but I would keep it automatic not because I like them but as you said it's deserved to be saved....

@blerandjashari9111 2 года назад

@@BestMotorWerks Than why automatic? It is a shame to have a E36 M3 with an automatic and the old automatic are ass and less fun to drive.

@jacksmith2315 2 года назад

Id love to see it restored but with well over 200k its just not practicle. e36 m3 are one of my fav cars so id really love to see it restored to its former glory, but just not worth it with well over 200k, even tho these motors last forever. No v8 swap since s50&s52 (not sure what year it is) are way more reliable. Make it a sweet little track car like it was meant to be and enjoy it.

@ttt69420 2 года назад

@@jacksmith2315 Doesn't need to be "restored", but i can be at least brought back to drivable and somewhat nice.

@jacksmith2315 2 года назад

@@ttt69420 obviously. But he asked what he should do with it. Many said restore it. N like i said id love to see it restored, just not worth it. Obvioisly he going to make it at least decent and drivable, hes not going to do hack work on it

@Rafymon98 2 года назад

Show us a full service, on this car, as a base project car that guys would buy and want to get it back on the road. On a budget, sourcing parts, best approach for service. Objective would be, make it serviceable , safe to drive, enjoyable to do and practical Like a father son project. Just my two cents

@scottweckworth6052 2 года назад

i’m not 😅 pim

@ShowMeSomeTrailers 2 года назад

that would be great

@john9289 2 года назад

and manual swap

@jacksmith2315 2 года назад

Great idea, but also make it a fun little track car like these were meant to be. No v8 swap. Jus a reliable s50 or s52 engine, depends what year it is. M50 intake on it if its an s52.

@philp7012 2 года назад

This is the perfect candidate for a manual swap and a cheap funky paintjob. Interlagos blue perhaps.

@JamiesGarage1 2 года назад

I do love Interlagos blue 💙

@MLC... 2 года назад

My two cents. Too many of these are track cars. Do a manual swop and a nice restoration to OEM or OEM+ level. These E36 are becoming sought after now, worth it to save them.

@sniperassasin1264 2 года назад

As an e36 ownder, there's a reason people dont street them, they break too damn often and are too expensive. Better to bypass as much as you can.

@MLC... 2 года назад

@@sniperassasin1264 I have found with both my e36 318i and 323i that both had years of deferred maintenance when I bought them. Once that was caught up, running costs improved significantly. They can be money pits, but they are great cars when properly maintained. I am a firm believer in upgrading them with parts that last longer, like Bilstein B6 or B8 in stead of cheap shocks, or poly bushes in stead of rubber rubbish, etc. So over long term you spend less. I do understand your frustration though.

@azharhanafi1306 2 года назад

no one gonna mention that the 10mm socket chillin between the steering rack and steering line? LOL

@chrispetty5058 2 года назад

My thoughts exactly.

@JamiesGarage1 2 года назад

😂

@Manu-zt8rq 2 года назад

Thats normal🙆‍♂️😅

@jstowe56 2 года назад

He should just start hiding a 10mm in the background like the pineapple in Psych

@01bier 2 года назад

Make it manual en ebay turbo kit on it race car haha 🤷🏽‍♂️

@craigroberts3732 2 года назад

Full restore with a new Manual gearbox and you’ll have some great content!

@Senne_Maebe 2 года назад

I would like to see a manual swap and restoration.

@MLC... 2 года назад

Me too.

@billjustmusicHD 2 года назад

Too many of these are abused by youngsters So a oem restoration would be my cup of tea.

@victorcorpadea1340 2 года назад

keeping the S52 and tastefully modding it would be the way to go in my opinion, M50 manifold, manual swap, some good bilstein suspension, and oem exterior.

@victorcorpadea1340 2 года назад

manual swap and restore the car, m3 are getting rare

@saablazer1658 2 года назад

Imagine losing your key and just going, “Meh, I didn’t need that car anyway.”

@Galaxylynx12 2 года назад

No f....ng way acceptable lol

@blongsta5 2 года назад

An m3 too lol

@TheMarcQ 2 года назад

Rich person brain rot

@Ben.N 2 года назад

More money than sense

@jacksmith2315 2 года назад

For real right!?!!! I would not have left until i found it. It had to be somewhere.

@Vadilator 2 года назад

If possible I would switch the automatic with a manual transmission and restore the whole car. The M3 e36 is really a car that is something special (says the German guy)

@griffinlitz4075 2 года назад

The German guy is right

@GiveMeYourCrits 2 года назад

I just love that you decided to bring her back to life, e36 m3 had a special place in my heart.

@Desmo937 2 года назад

Oh mate thats exactly the type of content that I love to watch after work to calm down, wonderful car too! Gotta love the M3

@sjjvddyumiherhv3709 2 года назад

30 secs with dad on camera and absolutely loved him

@PEIVOLILLO 2 года назад

Awesome video! Really helpful and entertaining!

@qbs2k609 2 года назад

I would change transmission to manual and restore the paint. Keep in mind that there are less of those cars on roads every year so try to restore it to good looking and working contition and wait till it gets really expensive in a few years 😎

@kengarcia1461 Год назад

Your videos are so in depth man! Love your content 🤘

@KingGandhi66 Год назад

Love these videos! G8 editing paps!

@JohnDoeih 2 года назад

Man I don’t know crap about fixing cars but I love your channel, I wish I had a mechanic like you in my area.

@rheinamacher1990 Год назад

Even though I am a couple of months late to commenting to this video, Jamie, before I go into any BMW car suggestions, I want to let you know I really enjoy watching your RU-vid clips, and adding a cameo of your dad to the segment was very cool and hit a nerve with me, bringing all these pent up emotions back to the surface because I lost my dad a couple of years ago, and would do anything in the world to spend just one minute with him again, and I can see that your dad enjoys helping you out and spending time with you in any way possible, like filming broken down BMWs. Always cherish those moments because regret sucks.... Anyways back to BMWs- I watch M539 Restorations on RU-vid and Sreten has completed a long laundry list of vehicle restorations, but there is one that he hasn't done and due to the limited supply of BMWs in Europe in general, I think you would be better suited for this kind of project, and i know your viewers would love it as well. It would be awesome if you could pick up a low-mile 2001 BMW 740i Sport on the E38 chassis, and swap out the M62TU engine and automatic transmission with a S62 powerhouse along with a Getrag 6-speed manual swap. No one has done this or documented this type of project on RU-vid and I think it would bring you a larger audience and celebrity-like status in the E38 community,-LOL!

@simiongradinaru7381 2 года назад

Thanks for not leaving us hanging

@marksantos2276 Год назад

Just really fun to watch and learn with you

@felipegiraldo3401 2 года назад

Man when i saw your father, i almost cry. It's nice to see the way he supports you. 😌

@kyleparker733 2 года назад

You're an absolute genius with vehicles. I'm blessed to have one just as good as you are close to where I live

@bamwa 9 месяцев назад

yeah except for the WD40 part. Use spray lithium or silicone on those hinges.

@domkraggp9944 2 года назад

full restoration and use it as a piece of art in your garage's reception/ lounge waiting area. It's a win-win, pristine bavarian legend for people to gawk over while they wait for their cars to be fixed, at the same time slowly appreciating in value as she sits there unused.

@rustypotatos 2 года назад

Good man! I had no doubt it was gonna crank twice then start immediately. Such a fun day for y’all must feel great

@jonvpham93 2 года назад

Great video Jamie and crew! Camera handling, audio, and editing was top notch. Hope you expand to more vehicles than the BMW. Like the blacked out 4Runner in background.

@hateforall4012 2 года назад

This was a cool video. Thanks.

@keoleo6682 2 года назад

Loved the video!!

@reidlarson6325 Год назад

Great video. I have an e36 and I learned how to do a bunch of stuff on it. I would recommend putting a nicer hood on it or changing the engine and subframe mounts. Good job. Looks like you really know what your doing.

@zimmy700 2 года назад

Nice work as always Jamie, greetings from UAE

@802Garage 2 года назад

TBH still my fav M3 design. Just looks understated, but fast. Loving the mini resto! So sad when the low compression came up. Italian tune up woulda been my go to as well!

@kvng.camzzz2123 2 года назад

Respect to your dad!!!!

@hondapreludeba5 2 года назад

This is exactly what I did with my 328i found it in a guys yard no key and all. Broke out the ignition cylinder ews delete, rear o2 sap and evap deletes. But it is now up and running great no check engine light and getting ready for drift life

@assko11 2 года назад

Always nice to see how robust are the M50/S50 series of engines, sheesh! That thing really cleared up and got his valves kind of reseated. I had my doubts after what you guys saw in the chambers. Anyways please change that headlights and the gearbox needs to go for sure! Would look very cool with blue mat wrap imo.

@tylercardy6644 2 года назад

I love this! Great content mate.

@DrHumorous 2 года назад

Pretty cool director's cut with the dad. I must admit I'd actually consider getting the wallet. Jamie, your dad looks like a good guy, how lucky you are!

@northshore_driftworks629 2 года назад

S62 6 speed but like, restored. Nice bodywork, nice interior, fully working. If I was in your shoes and had the budget I’d go for something like that

@rauladrian100 2 года назад

Glad to see this. Helped me know what to check when I finally be able to buy a BMW. 👌

@shorty______ 2 года назад

Amazing video!!!!

@dasfahrer8187 2 года назад

+1 for the Ridge wallet.

@chadriddle3517 2 года назад

Jamie , congratulations man your RU-vid. Channel has gaining subscribers like crazy 400k ! Wow I been here since day 1 which hasn’t been very long. Much deserved.

@JamiesGarage1 2 года назад

Thanks dude! 🤘

@theylive8256 2 года назад

Since u have a healthy engine, I think it will increase the car's value if you will restore it.

@koudiack 2 года назад

love the helpful tips and the funny humor keep it up!

@adamb50 2 года назад

Another awesome video Jamie! Enjoyed watching as always! Where you located at in Florida

@jasonscott1502 2 года назад

Tasteful mods and as original as possible. That's what I did with my coupe. Everyone loves a clean classic bmw.

@iHelpSolveIt 2 года назад

I had an old 7 series with a similar problem with the compression. I poured a mix of brake fluid, engine flush and carb coating for aluminium (for alcohol based fuel treatment) let that mix sit on all the pistons overnight, then manually turned the motor to get the valves coated, then pumped a few squirts of oil and with the plugs out, swung the motor, the plan was simple, if this did not work, the motor was coming out ... It worked and that car ran and ran. And yes, i did change the oil before driving and flushed it twice just to be sure i got all the gunk out.

@TheIdiotPlays Год назад

2:02 On my old car when I changed the oil and ran it for 2 minutes the oil always became pitch black :D It was a 1.2l vw polo. Now I have a golf that doesn't burn oil.

@DfensFailed 2 года назад

Manual Swap, M50B25 intake manifold + cold air intake, upgrade from viscous fan to E-Fan, and see what you can get out of this car with a before and after dyno run & paint it lagoon green metallic if you still want more build a compressor on top and see what it can go up to, they can be made reliable and this is more or less often done on e36 in germany

@bayaniaa 2 года назад

DCT SWAP ITS A MUST!!! Haven't seen many do it.

@luckyomezi163 2 года назад

I need this car in my life right now....seriously!

@kostas1146 2 года назад

Restore it! It will be amazing ☺️ love your videos keep em coming 😉

@cristobalnew 2 года назад

You should totally restore it!!!! OEM plus

@SuperMinecraftUS 2 года назад

That’s crazy cause I’m about to do the same thing! Manual swap and all. I hope you restore it!

@rcrit0 2 года назад

I couldn't take my eyes off that sweet, sweet DSM in the lot.

@CoH_88 2 года назад

YES rip out that auto trans and fix her up - great content glad I came across your channel from chris fix

@chadriddle3517 2 года назад

Please restore it to its former glory! Also if the period correct manual swap is done good also .

@grahamepigney8565 Год назад

Straightforward restoration back to original spec. Having driven manual and auto back to back and over extended periods I wouldn't/couldn't decide which way to go. That's a matter of personal taste. I have two E39 M57D30s, one manual and the other auto. You can drive them both lazily or aggressively as the mood takes you, subjectively the manual feels a little faster on acceleration but the auto in Sport/Manual mode is pretty much the same. Different driving techniques but enjoyable in either.

@MegaExaile 2 года назад

Never put wallets in the back pocket, when u sit down it causes uneven load on the spine and it will cause back ache. This is a normal problem amongst old truckers! On the m3 part I'd say manual swap and turbo and gut it. Some wider arches and a good vinyl wrap.

@nate_meador89 2 года назад

Would love to see a simple manual swap and clean up. Budget paint job, show cleaning up the interior, swapping the trans, and covering typical e36 issues

@stephencooper5040 2 года назад

Barely sputtered and then started running, on FOUR YEAR OLD GAS? How does everyone complain about BMW L6s again?

@BladeRunner990 Год назад

Nobody is complaining about M50/M52, what S52 is basically. Bulletproof engines. If they have oil and water they can run forever. Much more reliable than high reving euro M3 S50.

@josearroyo4575 Год назад

I would love to be your student after I get out from the Army, there so much I can learn from you guys, if this is a ever a possibility I would be more than happy to do it 👍🏼👍🏼

@aubreymokwena6265 2 года назад

I'm from South Africa. That motor can be found in the e36 328 e39 528. M52b28. I can tell by the intake it got on. E36 M3 around Here look way different and you get them in 3.0 3.2 versions and they come out with throttles etc etc. Correct me if iam wrong please. I have done tones of 325 and 328 e36 motors into the e30 chassis. That motor looks way to familiar to me.

@reidlarson6325 Год назад

Thanks!

@JamiesGarage1 Год назад

Thank you!!! Sorry, I'm just now seeing this comment. I'm trying to get caught up, LOL

@adrijonskas6103 Год назад

keep it, it's value going to increase overtime

@dougwilliams8602 2 года назад

Amazing that it started. Did you add gas additive ? Restore. Paint job

@bernardo3578 2 года назад

HeyJamie, I love your channel man. I've always wondered how did you became a mechanic? did you get any formal training? did your dad teach you? Maybe a quick video on your journey to become a mechanic and bussiness owner? I' would love to see that.

@josephsager9425 2 года назад

I'm a sucker for restorations of BMW's, personally

@Galaxylynx12 2 года назад

Great job man! Can you please attach the link to the spray that you have used for the door hinge? Many thanks!

@griffinlitz4075 2 года назад

I’m with everyone else! Restoration and manual swap! I’d love to watch that!!

@PWgadgets Год назад

When you first compression tested you failed to provide continuous power to the battery. By the time you got to cylinders 5 and 6 that battery was way too flat to compression test! Great video btw I had fun watching this one

@moizsiddikio4 2 года назад

Completely restore this classic beauty

@jeriwollmann7366 2 года назад

Do some clean up and restore. Give to needy person. It feels like a blessing car. Cheers man.🚗🚘👍💪

@unknownguy1123 2 года назад

3:35 how did you guys not notice the socket laying on the power steering rack 😂😂

@ALKOHOLIC45 2 года назад

I also vote to keep it original. Please restore is as its a beautiful car.

@liver.flush.maestro 2 года назад

The automatic transmission would have annoyed me way more than the squeaking door 🙂

@TolandTheShattered 2 года назад

Love my e36 M3, you really can’t kill that s52. Takes all the abuse and then some.

@525ftw 2 года назад

do an M50 manifold swap ASAP. I finally did that to my e36 M3 before I boosted it and it makes it sooo much more fun, pulls to redline instead of running out of breath at 5K RPM. everyone says manual swap but it could be fun to boost it and see how much the autotragic holds heh

@JDM_DAISUKI 2 года назад

Love this

@adrianreyno1 2 года назад

I would be really awesome it could be restored and either make it a five or six speed manual. Restore the engine or put in the E62. The car is not too bad, I've seen worst here in Southern Cali.

@cameronshawger3523 2 года назад

I just think it’s pretty awesome this man owns his own garage and videos everything smart man I’d like to work for him lol

@AllanAdamson Год назад

Those back two are notorious

@nickconkle 2 года назад

The S62 swap is tempting, but I think a Full Restore with manual swap is the way to go. That engine makes a beautiful sound with a killer exhaust setup

@busterscrugs 2 года назад

I'd like to see a budget DIY restoration!

@Ashsafi 2 года назад

6 speed manual swap and full OEM restoration. I wish it was a Manual 2 door. BTW I have a 1995 OBD1 manual 2 door coming up for sale soon. I live in CA.

@soulmourne2698 2 года назад

The second i heard it crank i knew it would start very easially, 4 year gasoline is not that concerning if it was 7 or 8 year old yeah it probably wouldnt have started, the fuel pump could have been bad though but its not, i personally would restore it, the car is fine and it can run for much more time

@l30red08 2 года назад

Have an '01 Civic that's been sitting about 3 years. Got an idea from this on getting her running again

@eurogarage2015 2 года назад

definitely restore it

@eddiepFW2345 2 года назад

2:29 Is no one gonna talk about what looks like a 10mm socket on the steering rack?

@donalqahtani8235 2 года назад

Track racing 🤝🔥

@KBNZUS 2 года назад

Looks like the perfect car to Manual swap and turn it into a drift car!!! You already know I was gonna say that tho!

@JamiesGarage1 2 года назад

I know you’re biased 😂

@31acruz Год назад

convert it to manual and return it back to the population, save the 'most decorated soldier of Car & Driver history! :D

@htownblue11 2 года назад

Man Jaime, those valve seats were horrendous. Other than that and the ancillary issues, the engine itself seems fairly solid deposit mileage. You couldn’t just lap the valves? Either way, the project was a fun watch.

@FACEXCALIBUR 2 года назад

23:45 That door hinge. “Mechanic.”

@JamiesGarage1 2 года назад

😂

@jasonfrancoispotgieter7302 2 года назад

OEM+ restoration

@MrBoomBlops 2 года назад

Full restore

@mrwick4875 2 года назад

I think you should restore like the 7 series you did . I got out bid on that one. but make it a manual Trans. Or a small block chevy I know there's gonna be haten. it's cheap on a budget.