Some recent shots of my Euro E28

Moose · Post by **Moose** » Oct 19, 2011 11:06 PM

Just some recent photos of my car for you guys. The ones in the trees by the lake were taken by me my first time out shooting, so don't judge them too hard, although I am pleased with them. The rest are taken by various photographers, mostly from the trip up to Maryland recently for H2O, which was a blast. The car made the 1800 mile round trip without issue

For those unfamiliar the car is a Grey Market 1986 Euro 525e, and has a 1JZ-GTE swapped into it which came in the JDM Toyota Supra/Soarers. The wheels are HRE 501s, 17x10 all round and were hand refinished by yours truly. It is also my only car and daily driver

These few shots are by Kielan Prince , and this is possibly my favorite roller of the car to date

Rolling with Charlie's e21

The couple were by my dude Jeff (e34 Life) who rode up with me, which made the drive up much more bearable haha. He is also the one hanging out of the car in most of these photos getting rolling shots

That ended up being way more photos than I anticipated, but I did my best to cut it down to just the ones I liked from what I had seen posted, enjoy!

Jake D · Post by **Jake D** » Oct 19, 2011 11:26 PM

Gotta say that I think the euro e28 makes a pretty damn fine looking "lowrider." I know not everybody will love the car, but I just can't stop looking at it. The body lines on this 5er are just perfect. Gives me a tiny boner.

pstl_pete · Post by **pstl_pete** » Oct 19, 2011 11:48 PM

Can you tell us more about the 1J swap? Sounds like something I would consider doing.

Eta power · Post by **Eta power** » Oct 20, 2011 12:18 AM

I can dig it. I like the E21, too. Mike's E9 needs smaller wheels, though.

skaper · Post by **skaper** » Oct 20, 2011 1:01 AM

Roberto · Post by **Roberto** » Oct 20, 2011 1:04 AM

I really love your car. It is definitely an inspiration for me and an example of what a clean e28 should look like.

Why is your bumper off in the split pic?

fastcrs · Post by **fastcrs** » Oct 20, 2011 2:50 AM

That car is so ez on the eyes...

johnnye23 · Post by **johnnye23** » Oct 20, 2011 8:48 AM

Great shots !

shagrath · Post by **shagrath** » Oct 20, 2011 12:03 PM

:drool:

BOING!

m5chaser83 · Post by **m5chaser83** » Oct 20, 2011 12:31 PM

I think you need a new set of shocks and springs the cars sitting a little low.

Moose · Post by **Moose** » Oct 20, 2011 3:14 PM

Appreaciated Guys!

pstl_pete wrote:Can you tell us more about the 1J swap? Sounds like something I would consider doing.

It is a pretty straightforward swap, you do have to cut up a few things to run the intercooler piping, but that is really about it. Custom engine/trans mounts/custom driveshaft/exhaust/powersteering lines etc. Nothing too difficult but it does all add up. Had it in the car for 10,000 miles now and it has never given me any trouble

leadphut · Post by **leadphut** » Oct 20, 2011 6:19 PM

I think the car looks sharp!

m-racer · Post by **m-racer** » Oct 20, 2011 6:30 PM

How does it handle with the giant wheels?

Slow_Ballin' · Post by **Slow_Ballin'** » Oct 20, 2011 6:34 PM

These shots look great, always been a fan of your car!

ealinn · Post by **ealinn** » Oct 20, 2011 8:15 PM

I want that E21

Sam 84, 533i · Post by **Sam 84, 533i** » Oct 21, 2011 1:59 AM

I have the pic of your car in the rain as my desktop wallpaper. Way to represent!

I love the 6 series so classy

Neil22 · Post by **Neil22** » Oct 21, 2011 2:15 PM

Nice job. That E9 is dreamy.

jay · Post by **jay** » Oct 21, 2011 2:35 PM

Huge fan of your car. Thanks for sharing these pics!

Moose · Post by **Moose** » Oct 21, 2011 11:07 PM

Compliments are appreciated!

m-racer wrote:How does it handle with the giant wheels?

Car drives significantly nicer with this wheel/tire setup then when I had Style 5's with 235s on there.

MShimon · Post by **MShimon** » Oct 22, 2011 3:02 AM

Looking awesome as always. There's no way I could drive around that low though.

BATESY · Post by **BATESY** » Oct 23, 2011 12:06 AM

I love it. That e46 coupe is baller as shit.

Moose · Post by **Moose** » Oct 23, 2011 1:55 AM

Thanks guys! Also forgot to mention I installed my Moosehead UCA Spherical Bushings before the drive up, and that is easily the best thing I have done to my e28 thus far. Okay, maybe not better than the swap

but I am beyond pleased with them, kicking myself for not doing them earlier.

pants|works · Post by **pants|works** » Oct 23, 2011 2:36 AM

Fuckin' britchin bro!!! Love the massaging of the valance to fit the oil cooler. That black E21 is pretty damn awesome, too! Keep on keepin' on.

neilandbob · Post by **neilandbob** » Oct 23, 2011 12:27 PM

That looks ace, the wheels are a little big for my liking but that's just nitpicking. I think a 5 series is one of the best looking cars on the planet and yours is one of the better examples. It must be pretty awesome with that 1jz in it.
Nice one.

Roberto · Post by **Roberto** » Oct 23, 2011 10:11 PM

I want to see a pic with the wheels at full lock, I can't believe they won't rub.

skip535i · Post by **skip535i** » Oct 24, 2011 11:00 AM

Did he claim that they don't rub? Car looks great, dude!

Moose · Post by **Moose** » Oct 24, 2011 5:08 PM

pants|works wrote:Fuckin' britchin bro!!! Love the massaging of the valance to fit the oil cooler. That black E21 is pretty damn awesome, too! Keep on keepin' on.

That's the intercooler, but thank you!

Roberto wrote:I want to see a pic with the wheels at full lock, I can't believe they won't rub.

Never said it wouldn't, as Skip pointed out. If I do have to go full lock or close to it, it still can just fine. A little tire rubbing never hurt anyone, doesn't do anything. If you want to push it on a back road you still can without issue.

m5chaser83 · Post by **m5chaser83** » Oct 24, 2011 9:36 PM

Hows your turning radius now with the car so low and the wheels so big?

Moose · Post by **Moose** » Oct 24, 2011 11:39 PM

m5chaser83 wrote:Hows your turning radius now with the car so low and the wheels so big?

I dunno, more or less the same as before? I can make a U-turn across two lanes. You guys ask the weirdest questions

Black Steel · Post by **Black Steel** » Oct 25, 2011 8:01 PM

Pop the clutch....Instant you turn

Murfinator · Post by **Murfinator** » Oct 26, 2011 1:16 AM

Obviously the tires rub. See the front flare pulled from the fender? They rub. The owner has chosen looks over function which is his prerogative. If you believe a 'sports car' with this stance has retained its function you are either mistaken or in denial. Anyone who has owned and driven a vehicle of similar characteristics can attest to the poor ride, loss in tractability, increased wear on components and a requirement to alter ones driving habits to avoid any obstacle for fear of grave damage. Truly, it sucks to 'roll hard'.

Sure it looks good, however to those who have progressed beyond their teens and twenties, obnoxious idiosyncrasies are less likely to take precedence over function.

Roberto · Post by **Roberto** » Oct 26, 2011 1:30 AM

^ I have no intelligent response or worthwhile input.

(Just kidding

)

Holy cow! It automatically changes "kewl story bro" to "I have no...blah blah" haha

skip535i wrote:Did he claim that they don't rub? Car looks great, dude!

Haha true! I was just looking at my clearance on stock suspension and was trying to figure what kind of magic went into getting moose's car so low and fitting those wheels in there. Obviously not magic, but probably trial and error and previous experience I guess.

Just curious, thanks for the response Moose.

C.R. Krieger · Post by **C.R. Krieger** » Oct 26, 2011 1:48 PM

Murfinator wrote:Obviously the tires rub. See the front flare pulled from the fender? They rub. The owner has chosen looks over function which is his prerogative. If you believe a 'sports car' with this stance has retained its function you are either mistaken or in denial. Anyone who has owned and driven a vehicle of similar characteristics can attest to the poor ride, loss in tractability, increased wear on components and a requirement to alter ones driving habits to avoid any obstacle for fear of grave damage. Truly, it sucks to 'roll hard'.

Sure it looks good, however to those who have progressed beyond their teens and twenties, obnoxious idiosyncrasies are less likely to take precedence over function.

beanzermin · Post by **beanzermin** » Oct 26, 2011 3:04 PM

lookin good bro!

Moose · Post by **Moose** » Oct 26, 2011 11:58 PM

Thanks man!

Murfinator wrote:Obviously the tires rub. See the front flare pulled from the fender? They rub. The owner has chosen looks over function which is his prerogative. If you believe a 'sports car' with this stance has retained its function you are either mistaken or in denial. Anyone who has owned and driven a vehicle of similar characteristics can attest to the poor ride, loss in tractability, increased wear on components and a requirement to alter ones driving habits to avoid any obstacle for fear of grave damage. Truly, it sucks to 'roll hard'.

Sure it looks good, however to those who have progressed beyond their teens and twenties, obnoxious idiosyncrasies are less likely to take precedence over function.

Yeah it makes a noise at full lock, and I can't bomb over speedbumps anymore, car is ruined

You still upset I have better taste than you

M5ZEALOT · Post by **M5ZEALOT** » Oct 27, 2011 12:04 AM

wkohler · Post by **wkohler** » Oct 27, 2011 12:18 AM

Your car might not be my cup of tea, but I like it for what it is. One of the better-executed stanceoids.

Murfinator · Post by **Murfinator** » Oct 27, 2011 12:20 AM

Moose wrote:Thanks man!

Murfinator wrote:Obviously the tires rub. See the front flare pulled from the fender? They rub. The owner has chosen looks over function which is his prerogative. If you believe a 'sports car' with this stance has retained its function you are either mistaken or in denial. Anyone who has owned and driven a vehicle of similar characteristics can attest to the poor ride, loss in tractability, increased wear on components and a requirement to alter ones driving habits to avoid any obstacle for fear of grave damage. Truly, it sucks to 'roll hard'.

Sure it looks good, however to those who have progressed beyond their teens and twenties, obnoxious idiosyncrasies are less likely to take precedence over function.
Yeah it makes a noise at full lock, and I can't bomb over speedbumps anymore, car is ruined You still upset I have better taste than you

I'm actually still upset you haven't shaved those hideous federalization markers. Given the title of your thread I was hoping to see something new but was again disappointed.

Still saving those pennies for air bags or did your parents stop paying your allowance? Keep 'rolling hard' boy.

wkohler · Post by **wkohler** » Oct 27, 2011 12:27 AM

That seems a bit hostile.

His fuel tank holds 7L more than yours.

pldlnr · Post by **pldlnr** » Oct 27, 2011 12:35 AM

wkohler wrote:That seems a bit hostile.

His fuel tank holds 7L more than yours.

Murfinator · Post by **Murfinator** » Oct 27, 2011 1:48 AM

wkohler wrote:That seems a bit hostile.

His fuel tank holds 7L more than yours.

Never assume tone in an online forum.

I'm ashamed. Clearly, his is the superior vehicle.

It's unfortunate that our ego's get so wrapped up in these cars that when aspects of the cars are seemingly attacked we perceive our very persons attacked. If a car is a representation of who we are then our perspective and likely our priorities are out of balance. My car is not who I am. It merely reflects my taste (and budget) during a time in my life and nothing more than that.

M. Holtmeier · Post by **M. Holtmeier** » Oct 27, 2011 10:55 AM

Murfinator wrote: If a car is a representation of who we are then our perspective and likely our priorities are out of balance.

"You are not your bank account! You're not your fuckin' khakis!"

Murfinator wrote:My car is not who I am. It merely reflects my taste (and budget) during a time in my life and nothing more than that.

That's what I have tatoos for. If cars didn't exist, I just don't see the point of being around. I'm not as smart as some of you guys though. Ignorance is bliss, I guess.

Mr. E28 · Post by **Mr. E28** » Oct 27, 2011 7:40 PM

I'm disappointed that the camber isn't -45 in the back yet.

All joking aside, your car looks great. I'm still coming to grips with the 1J however. If anything outside Bavaria would go in mine, it would come from a TVR.

TFahey · Post by **TFahey** » Nov 04, 2015 1:26 PM

Hey man I love the build but what transmission are you running?

LSXBeemer · Post by **LSXBeemer** » Nov 15, 2015 2:08 PM

Obviously he chose style over function. And I think he's done an absolutely stunning job. I'm also pretty positive his "Stanced" E28 would easily outperform my mostly stock E28. The 1JZ motor is a beast....

Post by **tig** » Nov 20, 2015 9:43 AM

Holy four-year-old-thread-revival, Batman.

Nanajoth · Post by **Nanajoth** » Nov 25, 2015 11:27 AM

He does not even own the car any longer.

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