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    1985 BMW 735i E23 engine swap S38 ( M5 )

    Is this a direct bolt in and has anyone ever done this swap before ?

    What shop would recommend ? ( Im in ohio )

    E23 Already has 5 speed with 3.73 rear end.


    Parts needed ?

    engine
    wiring harness
    ECU
    HEADERS

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    Im also open to other engines that would work also.

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    Anything is possible with the right amount of money. Direct bolt in? Probably not. What are your goals? Reliable? Fast? Track? This thread might help you a bit.

    https://www.bimmerforums.com/forum/s...3-Swap-choices

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    Thank you

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