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Originally Posted by mbzr4ever
the mechanics don't even want to bother with finding out the exact problem and what needs to be replaced. they just want to buy a "new" or put in an engine they have ( a 5 cylinder) and charge me for the installation. verbal quote was $2500. said it would take about a week.
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I understand wanting to stay original, but I wouldn't rule out a 5 cylinder. A lot of guys here (me included) would be grinning like this
to have a 5 banger mated to a manual transmission, especially in a car bought in Germany with all Euro spec - there were no 5 cylinder cars with manual tranny imported to North Amarica (am I right?).
The 5 banger sounds awesome- a very unique drone when accelerating, especially if you strip down your exhaust system a little. To have that sound mated with a free-wheelin' manual would be even better I think.
Dave
1976 300D (Automatic of course)