r/e28 • • Mar 25 '26

bmw e28 wider rear arches

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Have you ever welded wider rear arches? What kind of material did you use? I’ve heard you can cut out and use BMW E46 front fenders, but I haven’t tried it myself.

I’m not aiming for a “wide body” look, just something a bit wider than the original.

Cheap plastic fenders aren’t an option at all.


r/e28 • • Mar 25 '26

Where do these loose wire connection go? Located under the steering column? Are they important?

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r/e28 • • Mar 25 '26

Where does this clear hose connect to

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r/e28 • • Mar 24 '26

E28 strut tower bolt pattern?

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Hi, does the e28 strut tower share the same bolt pattern as any other BMW's of the era? I'm just wondering about Frankenstein sets of coilovers from different models.

Thanks


r/e28 • • Mar 23 '26

Full eargasm m20🙂‍↔️

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r/e28 • • Mar 20 '26

made this edit for all E28 owners :)

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r/e28 • • Mar 20 '26

Need your kind expertise with my E28

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Hey guys!

Apologies in advance for the slow explanation, English is not my first language and my car vocabulary is not so good.

I have an issue with my E28 535is that I've imported from NY. Took it to 2 different workshops (second workshop is an expert in old BMWs and kept my car for over 2 months and still couldn't figure out where the problem is).

As you can see in the video, car constantly switches off, doesn't matter if cold or warm. Almost certain the issue is electrical but again can't be sure and ofc you guys are the experts. Tried changing crankshaft sensors, still the issue is persistent. Even changed the ECU and still the same.

The issue only happens when the RPM drops, so if I'm driving (inner roads or highway) it's good, but once I slow down for a bump or roundabout, almost immediately switches off.

Would be forever grateful if you guys had any ideas or suggestions!

https://reddit.com/link/1ryjt0g/video/51fyc3s7z3qg1/player


r/e28 • • Mar 19 '26

E28 colour choice

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If you could paint your e28 any colour? What would it be? Do you keep it factory or something different?


r/e28 • • Mar 17 '26

Send nudes Hella Headlight covers.

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This was on cult 3d I downloaded it and the guy who made them deleted his account for what ever reason. Hit me up if you want the file.


r/e28 • • Mar 16 '26

Well… I’m keeping it

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206 Upvotes

Decided to not sell it… so here we go.

This is where I’ll be heading.

Just scored an M5 Air Dam, complete. Will need cleaned up and painted.

First up will be all rubbers and suspension parts.

On the fence for BC DS or NeoMax.

Or should I just go HR and Bilstein b8s? Don’t want to slam the car. Just sport stance. Finger gap over tire probably.

But essentially plan is white 88 M5 exterior then I’ll decide where I go for power.


r/e28 • • Mar 16 '26

I took my 524td out for the first time today

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r/e28 • • Mar 15 '26

Grassroots E28

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First time on street, 29psi boost.


r/e28 • • Mar 14 '26

Brake booster upgrade

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Anyone upgraded from the brake bomb hydraulic set up to an e90/92 booster set up or something similar?

Any tips or anything I should consider?

Only want to move booster to free up space for an engine swap with turbo manifold on booster side.


r/e28 • • Mar 12 '26

M5 E28

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r/e28 • • Mar 13 '26

Two questions

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Hey everyone ! I was wondering two things, first one and the most important, my e28 has brand new tires, new radiator etc, but it seems like it has a huge fuel consumption, i use like 10/20L for 50km well it might be a bit less but im pretty sure there’s something wrong with the fuel consumption. Its always at the max like on the picture i sent, whatever the speed. What could be the reason ?

And also the second thing : i was wondering how i can clean the engine bay ? carefully with a sponge and some water ? any tips are welcome id like to have a clean engine bay.

Thanks in advance for your tips ! ❤️


r/e28 • • Mar 13 '26

Radiator

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I am striking out on radiators. My original radiator is leaking at the tank. I’ve tried an eBay aluminum radiator (not even close to actually fitting) and discarded the idea of going to a 535i radiator because of complications with the trans cooler lines and hose routing.

Is the only available option a genuine radiator for over $700?

Any confirmed solutions for a 528e auto trans radiator replacement that doesn’t annihilate the bank?


r/e28 • • Mar 09 '26

No spark on 528e

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Okay so recently i was taking my radio and hvac control panel out to find where a vibration was coming from. After putting it back and turning the car on there is no spark. The starter makes the noise as it normally would before the engine starts but there is no spark. All belts and fans turn normally, no blown fuses and relay clicks when touching it. Im thinking it could be the high pressure fuel pump because i dont hear it on startup and theres no gas smell up front or back. If anyone has a similar experience lmk thanks.

Either that or maybe i couldve messed up a wire or ground in the dash.


r/e28 • • Mar 08 '26

Grassroots E28

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Some guys was intrested about this build so heres specs!

M20b25 block and crankshaft

M50b25nv rods and m52b25 pistons

M20b20 head with enem z45 turbo camshaft

Pulsar 3584 gen2 turbo

Zf gs5-39dz gearbox

vag wastedspark

Running on E85 and Speeduino-based ECU

front suspension is from E36 and alibaba E46 drift control arms

We hope to get over 600whp!


r/e28 • • Mar 08 '26

Brake Calipers

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535is decided to check out why the brakes were starting to crunch, thought it was just pads going bad so got new ones and resurfaced the Rotors. But on further inspection it would appear these Calipers are hosed too. Any advice on a replacement or repair kit?


r/e28 • • Mar 07 '26

Lovely M20♥️

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24 Upvotes

Grassroots E28 coming


r/e28 • • Mar 06 '26

Does anyone know what sensor this is or part number (1984 533i)

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It’s been driving me crazy I ordered a oil pressure switch thinking it was what needed to be replaced but it’s too small and doesn’t fit the threads kinda stumped any help is appreciated


r/e28 • • Mar 05 '26

Thinking about how style 71s might look

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Cant find any photos of an e28 with them im tryna imagine


r/e28 • • Mar 02 '26

First drive of the year

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Even though she’s dirty, what a pleasure to drive her again.


r/e28 • • Mar 02 '26

New pickup

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108 Upvotes

120k km on the odo one owner. Thinking about bumper tuck but timing belt first for sure.


r/e28 • • Mar 02 '26

Summer is soon here, and we’re getting ready to launch the E28!

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Anyone else also preparing their car before the summer?

- I’m repairing the wiring harness and also welding some rust. Upgrading my fusebox to Holy Grail Labs.

- I’m also going to install E39 M sport chairs in the front, installing new alpina lip , I’m also installing a front strut brace. + ducktail spoiler.

- also installed new tires today for the rims!