I Imported a BMW E9 Coupe From Italy and It's Elegant ........ Yet Broken

I have finally gotten around to introducing a car that has been in the works for about 5 months! My first ever car that I have imported from Europe, and it happens to be one of the most special and most beautiful BMW's ever made! the E9 3.0 Coupe! The process was painful and the car is a bit more broken than I was expecting, however it is a Beautiful car and I am excited to show it to you guys!

[@ShWaGG]

The #1 Bimmer Boy on youtube

[@m3nameisjosh464]

🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🫶🏽🫶🏽🫶🏽🫶🏽

[@Ahhhdam850]

absolutely legendary, so excited for you man, you’re going places

[@m3nameisjosh464]

Thank you my man!

[@nemanya24]

It's not air vent it's a speaker. Greetings from Europe ;)

[@m3nameisjosh464]

I thought this too but wheres the damned radio then?!? HAHAH

[@Fiero1984]

Thanks for reviewing this E9, I grew up with it when I was between 5-10, and it was the first BMW I have "driven" -- shifting the gear from the passenger side while my dad told me to as he stepped on the clutch pedal, my mom always complain the clutch was too heavy. Lots of childhood memories on this car, look forward to hear more from you soon.

[@e28forever30]

That’s how I drive my E28 sometimes, with my 9 year old son shifting the gears from the passenger seat. He loves it..😀

[@m3nameisjosh464]

Thats really awesome to hear about the memories created through these cars!

[@Mark-th1gn]

This channel is so unique. He will start a project and boom, 10 new cars. But I love it so much. Who does E9 content in 2023? Legendary man right here.

[@m3nameisjosh464]

Hahah thank you man! No matter how many new cars come, the projects will always be finished though!

[@Mark-th1gn]

@@m3nameisjosh464 nice, and I will watch all the vids

[@massimilianomusaro4481]

Fantastic E9 🔝 level jump canal. we want to see it in motion... but for such an elegant car we need updated clothing, like "The Italian Sitg" 👨‍💼... if the slippers and socks don't disappear we will cancel ourselves from the channel😅😅😅

[@m3nameisjosh464]

Hahahahah my mistake, next episode I will work on the car in a tuxedo!

[@massimilianomusaro4481]

Excellent 👍🏻, then I remain a member 😂😂😂 ... elegance always pays off, greetings from Lecce Italy 🇮🇹

[@viperocco]

Hey brother, I’m just happy you don’t have to hold that mic/ headphone anymore. E9 looks great.

[@m3nameisjosh464]

Im happy too🤣

[@theutahman2254]

Hey I have a 1986 m535i for sale , needs work , I could use some help finding a buyer... any chance you would help?

[@benfidar]

Rebuilding carbs is not rocket science. You'll be fine.

[@m3nameisjosh464]

I rebuilt a set on a 74 cb200 but bigger and badder m30 carbs scare me haha

[@Wilantonjakov]

These carbs are actually complicated to get right. Ask any good carby shop. Most won't work on these zeniths.

[@fratex6790]

I own one, don't leave it with the ignition on.. if you want to keep the car, if you want to make a bbq, leave it on!

[@60secthebaptist9]

These cars run fine on the Zenith Solexes. You can get rebuild kits online fairly cheaply. Tune the car .. . cap/rotor/points/wires/plugs fuel filter. pick up the chiltons/bentley for a bavaria (you may not be able to find an e9 book) and look online for the zenith INAT carb manual . its a Mercedes manual but has everything in it for rebuilding & tuning these carbs. you can use the weber unisyn to balance these, but you cant vacuum balance them ( they dont have the metered port). I and many others use a garden hose to balance those carbs by "ear" Btw the carbs have automatic electric chokes no button/knob necessary. Edit - almost forgot. Ironically. Now would be the time to give that car an Italian tune-up. Take it out on the highway and blow the gum and varnish out of it. Sometimes that's all you need for a carb'ed car

[@m3nameisjosh464]

Thank you for this wealth of knowledge!!!! Italian tune up is definitely something id have on my mind, but I attempted to drive it a few times and it just stuttered really bad, couldn’t get above 4k rpms. Seemed fuel related, whatd be a good first step before actually digging into the carbs? Im afraid to start ripping them apart and it not being necessary

[@60secthebaptist9]

@@m3nameisjosh464 give it an ignition tuneup, then set the afm and idle and balance the carbs. Check the fuel press. Should be around 4.5 psi. Look for shit in the fuel tank, replace the fuel filter. If the gas is old it could have broken down. Run the bases. Fuel spark air. You will need to get a timing light, dwell meter, this is old stuff. Fight the urge to convert it to fi. Every car guy should experience the torture of carburation. But... If you do, save the original motor w/carbs. Sell it with the car. Those cars easily take an m30b35 and a g265. Very common swap.

[@m3nameisjosh464]

@@60secthebaptist9 thanks for the tips man! I’ll gather my arsenal of ancient tools. Car will definitely stay carbureted.

[@Timezbrick]

The red light does not have to mean that the alternator is bad, in my 73 E12 it also goes on when the battery is discharging when the engine isnt running. The light goes out when the battery is charging (engine running and the altenator doing its job), same can be seen in your video. The weird jumping from the gauges can be fixed by cleaning the contacts in the instrument cluster. The E9 is one of my favorite BMW's, good luck with it

[@m3nameisjosh464]

Thank you for the pointers!!!

[@keithmattioli5159]

Tuning carbs is pretty straightforward, but if they sat for a while things can get gummed up. I don't know if Italian fuel has ethanol in it, but ethanol can cause the diaphrams to harden and lose their pumping ability. It's best to use ethanol free gas if you can get it. If not, I've had good luck adding 4oz of Marvel Mystery Oil to 10 gallons of gas. This helps keep thing lubricated and avoid things like stuck needle valves.

[@m3nameisjosh464]

Goood tip! Will do that! This car sat for months during imports, ive tried driving it hard and it really struggles at 4k plus, should I try cleaning them first?

[@RB-pr1xs]

Definitely a James Bond coupe 😎

[@Wilantonjakov]

welcome to the carby gang! I will be closely watching as my E12 double zeniths are also in dire need of a tune. And it will cost me at least a grand to get them adjusted by a shop. yikes. beautiful car though, glad to finally see it.

[@m3nameisjosh464]

Thank you sir!!! Ill do my best to get these running right! Lol

[@kevinmansfield2875]

Bro I have a friend with the same exact car, same year color everything. And same carb problems. If you find someone with parts or whom works on them please let me know. Cool very cool cars

[@m3nameisjosh464]

@@kevinmansfield2875 absolutely man!!

[@BrandonDull]

fire

[@ianrichani3747]

Quick tip for carbs, make sure your ignition system is dialed in before tuning the carbs, otherwise you will keep chasing your tail.

[@m3nameisjosh464]

Thank you for this. I learned that its best to actually make sure the carbs are having issues before i go too far for no reason

[@christophercarbonell963]

Hi. They probably need a good cleaning. There’s a good chance something is gummed up if it hasn’t been run in a while

[@m3nameisjosh464]

Thats what im thinking

[@Arreldee]

Completely agree on "most beautiful BMW ever" and to complete the podium I'll add the E38 and the 507. Josh, I've got the feeling this car will attract new viewers and I hope your channel blows up , all the best!

[@Wilantonjakov]

add the 327 to that list

[@m3nameisjosh464]

Thank you man!! 507s are a league of their own! Haha

[@philipgreer9811]

Bought mine 20yrs ago still working on it they rot bad its a 3.0cs manual new floors bulkhead doors rear inner outer arches a better driving car than an etype

[@m3nameisjosh464]

Best to just buy them fully restored at this point it seens

[@T_B_G_23]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y5vWi5t6pLSYoKs - a great super recent video on an E9 found in a garage in Wales. Can't wait to see the shop come together.

[@m3nameisjosh464]

I really enjoyed that episode and it gave me some ideas for my car! Thank you!

[@thisisyaren]

Beautifal man! You just don't stop! Love it brother!

[@m3nameisjosh464]

Cant stop!!

[@yourboyreebs]

WHO EVER SAID JOSH MILLER CAN’T IS ROLLING IN THEY GRAVE RIGHT NOW

[@m3nameisjosh464]

HAHAHAHAHA YESSS BRO

[@rjauto7215]

josh please tell me you going to take them ugly wheels off .the car is beautiful man id never sale that thay are one of a kind

[@m3nameisjosh464]

Stocks wheels aren’t that ugly😭😭😭

[@bavariansharks7149]

👍👍👍👍👍

[@teamspaceman]

hell yeah dude

[@jessekeasler4278]

🔥🔥🔥

[@kenxiong6830]

Absolutely gorgeous!

[@alericooliveira9299]

Vídeo fraco

[@FastTrack-1]

Looks a clean car, interesting to see what you find ! FYI If is a 71 car the steering wheel would of been a 3 spoke with a shallow centre boss, the grill on the centre of the dash is for the speaker and I think the bonnet grills would be alloy silver, including the wing grills. 73-74 they went black with the wiper arms. I cant see the carbs being a problem as there are rebuild kits around. look forward to next instalment !

[@m3nameisjosh464]

Thanks for the info!

[@FastTrack-1]

That's ok. Also the cigar lighter is incorrect...original is exactly like the window switch you mention on the other side with a silver top.

[@m3nameisjosh464]

Ive since brought over a few other nicer e9s and Ive noticed all the things wrong with this one haha@@FastTrack-1

[@RockysAuto]

Love how your garage/setup and collection has evolved over time! The E9 is stunning (also have no idea how to mess with carbs) but I'm sure you'll pick it up fast

[@m3nameisjosh464]

Thanks mannn!!

[@jonathanalcantara6729]

Josh I’m loving all this bimmer content dude omgg, keep it coming. Btw quick question since you ran the m30 with stock ecu do you think an S5x/M5x can run itbs with stock ecu? Because they do sell a kit with adapter with s54 itbs

[@m3nameisjosh464]

Nothing thats obd 1 can really run itbs. I think youd have a very hard time getting the car to run right.

[@Turtlelegion]

Just goddamn gorgeous!!!

[@m3nameisjosh464]

Agreeed!

[@daveg2113]

Maybe theres a mouse nest in the air intake area?

[@m3nameisjosh464]

Already checked:(

[@ThembaKeswa-sx4vi]

awesome video, but still low-key waiting for the black e46 m3 with a blown engine to be rebuilt

[@m3nameisjosh464]

Its the next car up man! I promise

[@ThembaKeswa-sx4vi]

great, keep up the amazing content bro👏🏽

[@m3nameisjosh464]

@@ThembaKeswa-sx4vi thanks man!!

[@habsom1406]

Gorgeous E9 dude, really love that colour, it just looks so classy. Loved the detailed walk around Josh, I can't wait for the 'drive' video and more on this super stylish E9. Seeing the red light and hearing you talk of a dodgy alternator dashed my hope of you starting her in this video, but hey you DID fire up the old girl and she sounded fabulously sweet, sweet sweet. Those lines, those tolerances, those shut gaps are just tremendous for a 70's machine, no wonder BMW were so successful.👍😎

[@m3nameisjosh464]

Always have to fire it up for the video! The carbureted m30s just sound so sweet! There truly is no car like an e9 BMW. Artwork is what they are

[@SilverArrowAutomotive]

I relate to the comments on the aircon hieroglyphics. I like them now but I didn't fully know what was going on when I first got a German car. Looks like a nice clean original car!

[@m3nameisjosh464]

BMWs are notorious for completely confusing AC functions

[@mikesphoenix_e46m3]

what a machine 😍😍😍

[@m3nameisjosh464]

Agreed!

[@juancorrea9037]

Beautiful BMW. Congrats Josh. Now time to master carburators.

[@m3nameisjosh464]

Dude everyday I research carbs and old fashioned distributors😅

[@xedasxedas]

"A dream to even see". Exactly. I've seen 1 and half in person.

[@m3nameisjosh464]

A half?!?

[@xedasxedas]

@@m3nameisjosh464 One 2.8cs butchered to look like a csl, with a e36 328i engine (i think by the look of the valve cover, with some power modifications, interior stripped, recaro seat and a rusty roll cage. It still caught my eye in the middle of some classics.

[@m3nameisjosh464]

@@xedasxedas sounds pretty coool!

[@georgekern6528]

Just curious. How long did it take to import from Italy? Cheers, George

[@m3nameisjosh464]

About 5 months!

[@robintel7069]

what would you sell it for, pls?

[@m3nameisjosh464]

Once fixed up asking 70k obo

[@robintel7069]

What's contacts, pls. Keep me in mind. Thank you.@@m3nameisjosh464

[@beautgrainger147]

Looks tidy tbf, would have been nice to see a few more velour seat options in the newer models.

[@m3nameisjosh464]

Velour is amazing in these cars

[@Tonyk24]

I’ve never heard of a E9 but that thing looks pretty neat

[@m3nameisjosh464]

An old school for sure!

[@mikaeljonsson4686]

Beautiful...

[@chrishernandez1986]

Wow.What a beauty.