Wrecked and Parked for 6 Years! Reviving my S54 6-Speed Swapped E36 Coupe - Episode 1
In 2015, a fender-bender caused me to lose all motivation to keep the E36 on the road. I parked it, only to move it on rare occasions, maybe 5 miles in total since. Today, though, it's finally time to revive this project. I've owned the car for nearly 15 years, and we've been through a LOT together. It's a hugely sentimental car to me, and I'm excited to share the rebuild with you guys.
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Timecodes:
00:00 - Intro
01:29 - Retrieving the E36 from its Perch
02:00 - Pulling Back the Cover
03:19 - A History Lesson: 15 Years of Mike's E36
03:34 - History Pt 1: My First-Ever Photoshoot
04:46 - History Pt 2: Why I'm Sharing This
04:38 - History Pt 3: The S54 Swap
05:26 - History Pt 4: The Car Grew in Fame
06:12 - The Parts Stockpile
08:25 - E36 Walkaround Part 1: The Exterior as it Sits Today
09:39 - E36 Walkaround Part 2: The Interior
10:50 - E36 Walkaround Part 3: Under the Hood
11:45 - What Else is on the List?
12:24 - Outro
Seeing this 36 again brings back all those memories of the SW forum days ❤️❤️
I'm still not over how this rocked the benz monoblocks so effortlessly. Let's gooooo
to be honest,at a first glance,i didn't recognize the wheels... then i realized and i was like: "WAIIIIIT A SECOND"... LOL
انا ☝️ ص
I picked up my phone just to comment on this. You retouching on your E36 means a lot to me as it’s one of the most influential cars to me growing up since seeing the fluid motor works video as a kid. This car has given me immeasurable amounts of motivation over the years and probably ignited my love for the E36 and E46 chassis. I just wanted to take the time to thank you for never letting go of what is seen as a legend in my eyes . Absolutely love to see this car back , and I’ll be tagging along every step of the way
yes yes yes. the sound of the s54 with the stacks is potent and intoxicating
Ferrari, #1 project, thank you. Lots of YT build channels, who don't finish the project.
I'm in! I've owned a Eurosport twin-screwed 95M3 for 20 years. Long time E36 lover!
Ok. I rarely comment on YT, but this project pulls at my heart strings. When I was in college, I went to test drive used cars with my brother and he found an E36 - Alpine 325is - that we bought on the spot. After driving that thing like twice, I immediately took out a small loan and shopped around for my own. We found a '93 Granitsilber 325is in my price range and I've never gone a day of my life since without owning at least one E36. After learning everything that can go wrong (and right) about the chassis, that poor car was ready to move on (headgasket leak because somehow the water pump impeller and thermostat somehow both took a dump) and I sold it to another young kid looking for a college project car, but my dream has always been to build out a GSM E36 exactly like this (or even to find that one and clean it back up). I will be watching this eagerly and hope some day to see it in person!
I didn’t think I’d be interested in this build, until you gave all the background. Nice job.
I'm very happy to see this car come to light again. I grew up admiring this car, during the bf.c days. Inspired me to put ACS Type 2's on my E46 M3. Subscribed!
Liked before even watching the video. I’m so stoked, I remember this car from google years ago and it being my screensaver. Fast forwards a good amount of years and I now own a Granit silber slicktop e36 coupe. Literally fell into my hands and I didn’t even know until recently that Mikes car is also granit silber. Ecstatic to watch this series!!
Looking forward to seeing this build. I really enjoyed the history lesson giving the background on that particular E36 as it offers a nice insight into the 'story' of the car which is always nice to hear. Seeing those old photos reminded me of when I had a 97 318is in red on black cloth (quite rare) and without a sunroof (it was an option on the 318). I really liked the car but eventually sold it when the sound of the engine just got to me. The 6 cylinder was just so much nicer than the boomy 4. Best of luck; I'm sure it will be awesome.
I was driving in my neighborhood and caught a glimpse of your Ferrari through the garage door. Had no idea you were right there, small world!
The LTW wing is definitely a nice touch. Love how clean the body work and paint is! They did an excellent job.
This S/W E36! 😎Thanks Mike for make me realize I am old and that I am pretty exited to see the new build!
Another Great project Mike! I'm excited to see the progress on this build. Thanks for all the entertainment.
YES! That's exactly the motivation i needed. Love E36`s in general, love this one, make it great again. Keep the content coming.
Super excited when I saw this blast from the past on the feed. Cant wait to enjoy the rebuild of this! Keep up the great work Bfurroughs
Good for Khalil! Hope parts come in soon for the K swapped 308 GTB.
The montage brought back so many memories. Great wheel choice this time around, can't wait to see them finished,
Very excited to see this. I have a 97 M3 that I bought when I was 18, I’m 24 now. It’s been sitting in my backyard for the last 4 years basically on a tender and under a car cover. I still start it up. Car needs valve stem seals and an entire top end tho to be roadworthy. about 4 years of parts accumulation in the trunk as well, I’m hoping to tear into the motor soon. This is the inspiration I need haha.
It's great to see you working on the E36. I really loved seeing this car on Stanceworks back in the day after the S54 swap.
EXCELLENT - This will be an interesting transformation build. Your channel rocks - keep sharing your enthusiasm, energy and DIY tips and hacks.
Glad you dig it!
I love old bmw’s So happy to see this thing getting out back together. You are becoming one of my favorite KZheadrs since I came across your channels few months ago. Keep it up.
Looking forward to the build and learning more about BMW. Happy belated birthday Mike!!
New subscriber and have been tuning in 2x a week since Joey Lee visited you. Love the Ferrari but definitely excited for the bimmer especially after hearing about its history and sentimental value it holds. I don't watch TV so I've been looking for quality car content on KZhead. I definitely found it. Keep up the great content!
I have a ZHP swapped with a s54. Did it in my garage solo, was a 50 wire change on the harness, no joke on an install thats for sure. Love your car cant wait to see it finished 👍🔥
Honestly like all your cars/builds. Good range of vehicles, purpose, and content.
Really excited to see where this goes. Already an impressive build and machine as it sits. Really appreciate the introduction. Nice to see someone mod what they have instead of jumping on the "it's cheaper to just buy an M3" bandwagon.
The car and the AWOL video is the reason i know about you and Stanceworks. For me personally it was one of the coolest E36 at this time!
Clicked for E36. Subscribed for Ferrari and M3 (and E36). Actually I'm excited to see the E36 build.
Thanks Mike! Always wanted to know more about this.
Yes OG boys. Might have to hunt an E36 again for myself. Love the content bro. Keep it up.
My new favourite channel, first the Ferrari....then the E36.....you really are spoiling us!
That is one of the most beautiful e36 I have seen the e36 is really a work of art I have both e36 m3 and e46 m3 and I love my e36 best so much fun to drive !
Surprised you don't have more subs, you're absolutely killing it! Love tuning into your vids.
History lesson was needed to enjoy this build to the max. Immaculate vibe on the video
YES! Dude this is one of my favorite cars, glad you're making this content
Bring it on. I wanna see it in person someday. Definitely an OG in the E36 game.
This is one of my dream cars. Dark grey, slicktop, M bumpers, S54. Can't express enough how much I want one :(
Seeing all the old pics took me back to the bf.c R&S days. Man I feel old now. The good news is there's going to be some SW E36 hangs soon I'm sure.
So...I have a '94 E36 slick top that's sat around since 2009. Always wanted to do exactly what u have/are doing with yours so I'm definitely following
This I my favorite channel! The e36 content is going to be insane! If this doesn’t give me motivation to finish my M3 I don’t know what will.
Got me interested, man! Will for sure be keeping tabs on your channel.
"I've got a pretty good track record of finishing my builds"......attacking the entire car community at once huh? Lol
That hit way too deep
And the motorcycle community!
I heard mike say this as I was looking at my half put together e36 and felt personally attacked 🤣🤣🤣
Lol I'm guilty too, had an 85 S10 that I was swapping a 350 into and just absolutely lost all the motivation I had to finish. Ended up selling it
😂😅😬
Looking forward to watching the resurrection, as this is the car that first drew you and your channel to my attention. Excellent stuff.
Welcome aboard!
Another beautiful car, you are really living the dream! Cheers from your Australian fans!
I am in the throes of an S54 swap now. I hear you on the first tribulations, it is much easier today for sure with all the information out there. While completed here it will be interesting to see the mods you are doing. Love me some TN roads!
I know the feeling when a long term project sits. It sucks! Glad you are reviving it man
As cool as the Ferrari build is, this one is a lot more relatable. Can't wait to see the progress!
I'm glad to hear that. I'm hoping it helps to balance things out. Not every car needs to be over-the-top.
6:10 BMWs on AC Schnitzers are fire. By far my favorite wheels for these.
Hell yeah looking forward to this build as well 🙌🙌
originally came for the E36, pleasantly suprised with Ferrari content, glad to see some new E36 content
I cant believe that I found another car channel that's this good. Congrats man, this channel is going places!
Thanks a ton!
This guy pulls out my favourite chassis with my all time favourite wheels and one of the best engines ever made... holy this is exciting!
You got me right away, so much of a E36 guy myself ❤️🔥
Switches cameras to show imperfections*** E36: Absolutely no imperfections 😂
It`s nice to have a some different content . I work on multiple things at a time myself just because of the time it takes to find the parts you need and it is just the way I am .
Love it. Cant wait for the next episode
Big fan here! I'm watching all the episodes.
Good to see the rear wheel arches getting back to original. Over here in Europe there are plenty guys who break down E36 and sell those parts. Switzerland might be the best place to search. They have mainly a good spec and not too much sun. Shipping should be no problem.
@Alpha Worx UK is a death penalty for cars. The weather just eats them up
I really hope this channel blows up in a good way!
looking forward to this
I’ll be following this closely. My first e36 coupe was a granite silver car back in 2011, and I currently have a granite silver sedan.
Cant wait to see this come back to life
This is awesome. Can't wait to see this car on the road
HAPPY BIRTHDAY MAN!
Hell yeah brother! Love this.
I came for the K-swapped Ferrari, but I’ll definitely enjoy watching the E36 build as well. Really enjoying your channel.
I’m so damn pumped for e36 thursdays! I love the Ferrari content but BMW IS WHERE THE HEART IS lol.
Great stuff!
Can’t wait to see where this one leads 😁
I never knew it was your e36! I even posted the picture of your e36 so I can get the specs and I couldn't find it now it here!
Old school bfc member. Still have mine too. Might I suggest going back to the non-M bumpers - at this point they're unique.
Great, now I'm motivated to get my E36 going again. Now I just need to make time lol.
If you want it done, you have to find the time. No two ways about it!
Love the color!
I'm so excited!
HAPPY (now belated) BIRTHDAY!!!
Can’t wait for this e36 build series.
Just dropping a comment to say I like the idea of multiple builds and am looking forward to this one too :)
Awesome, thank you!
That is the best color on that car .... cool
This is what got me to subscribe! My second car was a '92 sedan in that color. Also... What are you doing with those style 262s? Ya boi needs those 17x7.5s so I can unstagger my 128!
Also got my E36 m43b18 back in 2004. Big memories with it. Build it , it had an 335i engine in. So I blow that engine in last year March(2020). But then Lockdown hit. (My daily also broken , at that time). At the end ,(July 2020) swap my baby for an VW Mk1 Jetta and Peugeot 206. Got 2 cars, but that E36! Miss that car everyday ... ( Given an m50b20 engine with, that the new owner fitted)
Yep! Love it🤙
Amazing and go ahead 👍
Super dope!!!
"E36 Thursday" has a nice ring to it...
Ahh the AWOL shoot. I remember that like it was yesterday with my jaw dropped. That was just a media company that became rotiform I believe.
Yeeeewww! This will be swt to watch...
The Madman is doing it!!!!!
I love FCP Euro (no affiliation... just bought a lot of parts over the years)!
Nice build, loving the Ferrari content. Edit: Maybe you could update your channel logo : ) Keep up the good work
As taught during my time on Paris Island, OORAH!
I'm in for this one!
My forever car is an e36, and the first car i did stuff to was an e36 aswell. Im on my 7th one. This one ill keep forever.
cant wait!
Clean the seam sealer away from the front sway bar mounts to the rails, you will see that the outer side has about 1/8-3/16 gap that needs to be welded too.
This is nice, good to remember what nice BMW actually look like. I know it's subjective. but I like my coupés a bit squarish.
M-B wheels on an E36 M3??? Heresy! lol. As an E36 M3 4/5 owner, I am definitely interested in this content. Great to see more E36 work on KZhead.
The true og e36 so happy
Needed this. Some POV mexico touge runs with a mic in the trumpets please ASAP
How do you only have 45k subs? Your content is 🔥🔥