new owner of 1998 318ti - blown motor. in NY

[2MCHPWR]

hey guys.
this was my friends car, he was original owner and a fanatic.
all work done by BMW dealer entire life.
162k miles.
it was overheating and he continued to drive.
So I bought it but not sure if the motor is bad or just the head is warped.
Dealership told him zero compression.
Bavarian auto recycling (ebay and CA) sells a long block for $1000 with 2 year warranty.
Is that a good deal? Good shop? reputable? I will search here for more answers.
While the motor is out, should i put in headers and intake and chip?
Any suggestions? Turner for all 3?
Goal is fun daily driver. Maybe an autocross.
Thanks!!!

[amancuso]

is their long block rebuilt? I would check www.car-part.com for an engine, you might find one for less then $1000.00 local to you. My 318ti is all stock, and I've had it to an autocross... Lots of fun!

Good luck
Al.

[CirrusSR22]

Nice looking car! I love Alpine White

[2MCHPWR]

Originally Posted by amancuso

is their long block rebuilt? I would check www.car-part.com for an engine, you might find one for less then $1000.00 local to you. My 318ti is all stock, and I've had it to an autocross... Lots of fun!

Good luck
Al.

thanks dude. maybe i'll see you around. they repaved giants stadium and the autocross there are HUGE.
good site for the motor. but which motor do i have because they offer these 2:

(1.9L), w/o AIR pump
(1.9L), AIR pump (Calif, TLEV)

[roadrash]

Originally Posted by 2MCHPWR

which motor do i have because they offer these 2:

(1.9L), w/o AIR pump
(1.9L), AIR pump (Calif, TLEV)

I'm going to guess that you have the 2nd one, with the air pump, because the early M44's didn't have the "secondary air pump." Mine is a '97 and doesn't have the pump.