E87 engine swap

Hey there, looking into upgrading the engine in my e87 120i - should I get a N54 turbo straight 6 or a M3 V8. Has anyone done that? Any idea which one would be easier?

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Nikos Yiannos (BMW FAN)

I have to recommend a totally different engine : the 3L V6 from the Jaguar S-Type. It is a great naturally aspirated engine and sounds incredible. Some say that it is unreliable but it isn’t true.

12/02/2017 - 09:37 |
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How about the engine mounts? Flywheel? Too much custom stuff ?

12/02/2017 - 09:38 |
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Mazda Fanatic

If you want to swap in the n54 just go buy a 135i. It will cost a lot less. Although the n54 is not the most reliable, n55 would be better

12/02/2017 - 13:00 |
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