Feeler: 3.07 BMW Performance Diff in Seattle

SpeedDemon · 11-22-2008, 03:01 AM

I have a absolutely perfect condition 3.07 differential for sale with 33k miles. I took it off my 2005 ZHP Coupe when I installed my Quaife LSD. This part sells for about $1,200 brand new from BMW if you find it for a good deal. I'm willing to let it go for much less.

Input and output flanges have been removed so that it is ready to go onto any E46 model; 323, 325, 328, or 330.

Let me know if you are interested in purchasing. I prefer local pickup but am willing to ship if you are willing to pay the shipping costs + $50 for my time to package it up.

For those who are interested... Most shops will charge for 2 hours to have your current diff removed and then have this new one reinstalled. At the shop I use, the total cost was only $190 for a diff swap.

Sneaky · 11-27-2008, 02:25 PM

Does anyone know what cars this will fit on? Only 330s?

SpeedDemon · 11-27-2008, 02:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Sneaky

Does anyone know what cars this will fit on? Only 330s?

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Originally Posted by SpeedDemon

Input and output flanges have been removed so that it is ready to go onto any E46 model; 323, 325, 328, or 330.

You would only want to put this on a BMW with a Manual transmission though. If you haven't researched differentials much yet then I suggest that you take a look at this page: http://www.bokchoys.com/differential/GearRatios.htm

All E46 differentials are swappable but the input and output flanges just differ on many of the models and years which is why it is often times easier to just buy a diff with the flanges already removed so that you can pop yours right in.

jammapic · 12-09-2008, 09:32 AM

what do you reckon the cost would be to the UK? :-)

SpeedDemon · 12-09-2008, 01:04 PM

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Originally Posted by jammapic

what do you reckon the cost would be to the UK? :-)

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SpeedDemon · 12-11-2008, 09:06 PM

Still for sale.

SpeedDemon · 12-28-2008, 08:46 PM

bump

hexadecim8 · 12-29-2008, 07:19 AM

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Originally Posted by SpeedDemon

At the shop I use, the total cost was only $190 for a diff swap.

just curious, what shop do you go to?

knudsonsm3 · 01-05-2009, 01:24 AM

what you asking for the diff? is it open?

SpeedDemon · 01-05-2009, 01:27 AM

It's a feeler, that means you offer me what you want to pay for it. I'll decide if I want to sell.

And yes, it is a OE BMW diff which means that it is open.

knudsonsm3 · 01-05-2009, 01:31 AM

i have no clue what they are worth man. Ill trade you for mine.

SpeedDemon · 01-05-2009, 01:32 AM

No thanks... It's probably worth about $600 shipped to the right buyer.

knudsonsm3 · 01-05-2009, 01:34 AM

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Originally Posted by SpeedDemon

No thanks... It's probably worth about $600 shipped to the right buyer.

600 for an open diff?

wow GL with the sale bro

SpeedDemon · 01-05-2009, 01:39 AM

$600 is shipped. I figured that out by assuming $500 for the diff and $75 for shipping + $25 for handling. The diff would cost $600 at least from any junk yard and it would be used without a certain history. The really common diffs generally go for $300-400 with low mileage. The 3.07, 3.15, 3.23, 3.38, and 3.64 diffs generally sell for quite a bit more.

I'm offering it for the same price with a verifiable history from a trusted fanatic. This is an awesome diff for someone that wants to build a forced induction 330.

BTW, I just checked and your car already comes with this differential

. All manual 323s came with a 3.07 final drive: http://www.bokchoys.com/differential/GearRatios.htm

lacrosseguy017 · 01-06-2009, 01:00 PM

hey, if i were to convert my auto trans in a 323i to a 5-spd, would i have to get a new diff or would the stock one still work for it?

SpeedDemon · 01-06-2009, 01:04 PM

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Originally Posted by lacrosseguy017

hey, if i were to convert my auto trans in a 323i to a 5-spd, would i have to get a new diff or would the stock one still work for it?

Your stock one would work decently. You'd have a 3.46 final drive which would mean that you'd be spinning at about 4000 RPMs when you're doing 80MPH. Most people prefer a 3.07, 3.23, or a 3.38 on a daily driven 5-speed. Even a 3.38 can be fairly aggressive for a 5-speed.

lacrosseguy017 · 01-06-2009, 02:22 PM

alright, thanks. yeah, i'm looking to convert and then i'd want a good performance upgrade after that and i noticed the 3.07 drive has the hightest top speed with the chip and intake combo added with it. that would be money well spent in my opinion. problem is i'd have to get the money first, ha, but i'm working on it. thanks for the info though. bump for a great and informed seller!!

lacrosseguy017 · 01-08-2009, 11:23 AM

bump

SpeedDemon · 01-08-2009, 11:24 AM

Thanks!

SoCal_M3 · 03-16-2009, 03:10 PM

Is this still for sale? I have a 1999 528iT with a manual tranny in need of a diff. I'm in southern California.

11-22-2008, 03:01 AM	#1
SpeedDemon Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Seattle Posts: 1,934 My Ride: 08 M3/05 ZHP/02 325i View My Garage	Feeler: 3.07 BMW Performance Diff in Seattle I have a absolutely perfect condition 3.07 differential for sale with 33k miles. I took it off my 2005 ZHP Coupe when I installed my Quaife LSD. This part sells for about $1,200 brand new from BMW if you find it for a good deal. I'm willing to let it go for much less. Input and output flanges have been removed so that it is ready to go onto any E46 model; 323, 325, 328, or 330. Let me know if you are interested in purchasing. I prefer local pickup but am willing to ship if you are willing to pay the shipping costs + $50 for my time to package it up. For those who are interested... Most shops will charge for 2 hours to have your current diff removed and then have this new one reinstalled. At the shop I use, the total cost was only $190 for a diff swap. __________________ Click here for pics and info about my ZHP Last edited by SpeedDemon; 11-22-2008 at 03:10 AM.

11-27-2008, 02:25 PM	#2
Sneaky Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Toronto Posts: 4,951 My Ride: Fixie View My Garage	Does anyone know what cars this will fit on? Only 330s? __________________ THE OFFICIAL BLACK SEDAN THREAD because Nothing breaks necks like a Black BMW. Sig by So Lowww Pictures I take OVOxo till we overdose

12-09-2008, 09:32 AM	#4
jammapic Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: York, UK Posts: 51 My Ride: E46 328i View My Garage	what do you reckon the cost would be to the UK? :-) __________________ www.tdocuk.com - Probably the best turbo diesel tuning forum in the world. E46 328i SE

12-11-2008, 09:06 PM	#6
SpeedDemon Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Seattle Posts: 1,934 My Ride: 08 M3/05 ZHP/02 325i View My Garage	Still for sale. __________________ Click here for pics and info about my ZHP

12-28-2008, 08:46 PM	#7
SpeedDemon Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Seattle Posts: 1,934 My Ride: 08 M3/05 ZHP/02 325i View My Garage	bump __________________ Click here for pics and info about my ZHP

01-05-2009, 01:24 AM	#9
knudsonsm3 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Oceanside, Ca Posts: 154 My Ride: 99 M3, 99 323i View My Garage	what you asking for the diff? is it open?

01-05-2009, 01:27 AM	#10
SpeedDemon Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Seattle Posts: 1,934 My Ride: 08 M3/05 ZHP/02 325i View My Garage	It's a feeler, that means you offer me what you want to pay for it. I'll decide if I want to sell. And yes, it is a OE BMW diff which means that it is open.

01-05-2009, 01:31 AM	#11
knudsonsm3 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Oceanside, Ca Posts: 154 My Ride: 99 M3, 99 323i View My Garage	i have no clue what they are worth man. Ill trade you for mine.

01-05-2009, 01:32 AM	#12
SpeedDemon Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Seattle Posts: 1,934 My Ride: 08 M3/05 ZHP/02 325i View My Garage	No thanks... It's probably worth about $600 shipped to the right buyer. __________________ Click here for pics and info about my ZHP

01-05-2009, 01:39 AM	#14
SpeedDemon Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Seattle Posts: 1,934 My Ride: 08 M3/05 ZHP/02 325i View My Garage	$600 is shipped. I figured that out by assuming $500 for the diff and $75 for shipping + $25 for handling. The diff would cost $600 at least from any junk yard and it would be used without a certain history. The really common diffs generally go for $300-400 with low mileage. The 3.07, 3.15, 3.23, 3.38, and 3.64 diffs generally sell for quite a bit more. I'm offering it for the same price with a verifiable history from a trusted fanatic. This is an awesome diff for someone that wants to build a forced induction 330. BTW, I just checked and your car already comes with this differential . All manual 323s came with a 3.07 final drive: http://www.bokchoys.com/differential/GearRatios.htm __________________ Click here for pics and info about my ZHP Last edited by SpeedDemon; 01-05-2009 at 01:47 AM.

01-06-2009, 01:00 PM	#15
lacrosseguy017 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Southern Maryland Posts: 483 My Ride: 94 325i full m3 swap View My Garage	hey, if i were to convert my auto trans in a 323i to a 5-spd, would i have to get a new diff or would the stock one still work for it?

01-06-2009, 02:22 PM	#17
lacrosseguy017 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Southern Maryland Posts: 483 My Ride: 94 325i full m3 swap View My Garage	alright, thanks. yeah, i'm looking to convert and then i'd want a good performance upgrade after that and i noticed the 3.07 drive has the hightest top speed with the chip and intake combo added with it. that would be money well spent in my opinion. problem is i'd have to get the money first, ha, but i'm working on it. thanks for the info though. bump for a great and informed seller!!

01-08-2009, 11:23 AM	#18
lacrosseguy017 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Southern Maryland Posts: 483 My Ride: 94 325i full m3 swap View My Garage	bump

01-08-2009, 11:24 AM	#19
SpeedDemon Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Seattle Posts: 1,934 My Ride: 08 M3/05 ZHP/02 325i View My Garage	Thanks! __________________ Click here for pics and info about my ZHP

03-16-2009, 03:10 PM	#20
SoCal_M3 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 0 My Ride: 2003 E46 M3 View My Garage	Is this still for sale? I have a 1999 528iT with a manual tranny in need of a diff. I'm in southern California.

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