M2 KIT
You've had your BMW 2002 for many years, you've replaced just about everything. You know your car inside and out, having made many of the repairs and mods yourself. You love your car, but it needs a motor. You want more power. One option would be to install an S14 16 valve E30 M3 motor in your 2002.
WELL, HAVE WE GOT THE SOLUTION FOR YOU
Install an E30 series M3 motor in your 2002. Your car will be faster than an E30 M3 (and just as fast as an E36 M3), for a fraction of the cost. Keep scrolling to see how it works!
ADVANTAGES OF AN E30 M3 MOTOR IN A 2002
Performance
160+ horsepower (at the rear wheels), smog-legal, will comply with current and future smog laws (less time and money over the long haul). It can be modified to produce over 200hp (at the rear wheels). Street-able performance, smooth idle, starts easily every morning, simple, and powerful. Why play with turbos, superchargers, or twin side draft/radical camshaft performance options? Weight. It will add less than 100 pounds to the weight of a 2002 (about 10 HP per 100 lbs!). Fast!
Reliability
The BMW M3 S14 motor is nearly bullet-proof. Many E30 M3s on the road have over 200,000 miles and are still making very good power and remain good daily drivers (and occasional track cars). The Motronics ignition system is relatively simple and keeps the motor running smoothly all the times. Just change the oil and spark plugs, and adjust the valves every 40k miles.
Cost
The total cost of completing the M3 installation in a 2002 will range from approximately $15,000 to $30,000 depending on who performs the labor, the cost, and completeness of the used M3 motor purchased, and the cost of the conversion parts and supplies.
Ease of Installation
The M2 Conversion Kit is designed for the individual who is has a good mechanical background, and who likes to and succeeds in making repairs to Bimmers. Nothing fancy, but if you can repair brakes, change shocks and springs, wire stereos, replace a clutch, or change a differential, then the M2 Conversion Kit is something you can probably handle.