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Member ID: BMWZ3_chris

Location: Bartow, FL

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1997 BMW Z3
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  • 1/4 Mile0 sec @ -1 mph
  • 0-606sec
  • Top Speed155mph
  • HP195
  • Weight2700lbs

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Updated on May 06, 2012

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BMWZ3_chris’s BMW Z3
“Z3 Turbo”

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1997 BMW Z3
Manual Transmission
TurboCharged and Intercooled 1.9L Inline 4 Engine
57,000 Miles

Estimated Horsepower: 195hp*
Estimated Torque: 254nm*
Boost Pressure: 6psi-12psi (6psi right now but capable of 12psi with boost controller)
Turbo Model Name: Garrett T25
*Based on info from turbo manufacturer

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Current Mods:
Exterior:
18" Voxx Gio Rims
Yokohama AVS db Tires
H&R Lowering Springs
Euro Tail Lights
"Z3 Turbo" License Plate

Interior:
AutoMeter Guage Pod (NEW: no pics yet)
APC Boost Guage
AutoMeter Air/Fuel Guage
RActive Gear Shifter
LeatherZ Mark2 Armrest
AC Schnitzer Pedals & Foot Rest
Blue Floorwell Lighting

Sound:
Pioneer Head Unit
400 Watt 4 Channel Amp
450 Watt 10" Subwoofer
Pioneer 2 Way Speakers

Engine:
Mosselman Turbo Kit with Intercooler
Custom Intake

Probably more I forgot about....

Future:
Turbo Timer
Full Exhaust
Racing Clutch
Boost Controller
Clear Front Turn Signals
Fuel Management, New Injectors, New Pump, etc.
Engine Management
ECU tuned for the Turbo

I've had a lot of people ask me where I got my turbo kit, I got it off of eBay a while ago and haven't seen it on there since. So if it's not there, I have no idea.

Shop that installed the turbo kit:
Auto Accessory Wholesalers
2526 E Main St
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 510-0909

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Kyotonow  

Posted by: Kyotonow

Hey I am looking to turbo my 1.9 1996 z3. You are the only person I have found who has done it. think you could help me out with some info. Just curious on what modifications had to be done to the frame and such to make everything fit.

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Member ID: BMWZ3_chris

Location: Bartow, FL