Absolutely. There are plenty of more beautiful cars. BUTit's still somehow (to my eyes) the least bad looking car to ever come out. E36 M3 4-door with a 5-speed manual was the car I wanted for a long, long time growing up. I know we're suppossed to like the E46 better (and I do love it!) but E36 is just sooooo good and it remains my favorite. My Cars. S54 E36. Originally Posted by jakermac. Your mileage may vary. Most of the mainstream carbon hoods for the E36 are made with CF AND fiberglass and most of them are right around 25lbs. Still a 15lb savings (17 if you count the hood liner) but not what you'd expect from spending big coin for CF. With the E36’s popularity comes a cult following, and consequently, a massive selection of aftermarket parts, at affordable prices. So, next time someone harasses you about buying another project car, you can assure them it was a frugal choice (while also asserting that you do not have a BMW addiction). Professional Yes!! The 316i is a great car as a first car to get, especially if you are trying to avoid the engine displacement tax as well. It is a small engine, so it should be good on taxes. Plus at your age, it is perfect and you get to own a really great looking car. The 4 cylinder engines are very easy to learn on and fix. You can't go wrong. Wayn if I was the one to choose with your cash, I will look on ebay for a good condition E36 325i between 1994-1995. Give 1000 for the car and with the rest 3k buy bucket seats, harness, steering wheel, short shifter, replace all fluids in the car, K&N filter, electric fan, chip the motor, coilovers, poly bushing, weld the differential, and App Vay Tiền.

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