Does E36 have canbus?

The E36 has no CANBUS. There is a speed sensor in the diff but if your speedo works it’s getting that far. The radio and OBC are not linked – but if an over-voltage condition took out one then the it’s reasonable to assume it took out something else.

Are BMW E36 hard to work on?

They are great cars, easy to work on, easy to drive and easy to drive fast and hard.

How long do BMW E36 engines last?

most german cars can easily do over 200K miles if maintained. Also look into revamping the cooling system and engine/trans mounts.

Are E36 and E46 parts interchangeable?

Premium Member the rear camber arms are the same. if you have a prefacelift, the front caliper and rotors should swap, as well as rear brake pads. the 99-00 E46 shared a LOT with the E36. 328 and 323, same M52TU engine in the later E36, 5 speed gearbox, same as far as i can tell.

Does BMW e39 have canbus?

Yes, your car has CANBUS. But only for specific communication between the ABS, engine, and steering sensor. Diagnostics are over ISO9141, and entertainment/body communication is over IBus. You need a radio that talks IBus communication protocol (9600 baud serial).

How reliable is a BMW E36?

Overall, the BMW E36 3 Series is a great starter BMW. It’s cheap, fun to drive and good looking, while also being a nice slice of old-school BMW, thanks to its delicious hydraulic steering. Sure, it’s not the most reliable of cars and it will frustrate you but it’s cheap enough to fix and can be wrenched on yourself.

Are BMW E36 parts expensive?

BMW successfully manufactured the RWD E36 3-Series from 1990-2000, and it has enjoyed a resurgence in popularity over the past ten years. We’ve seen that as a brand, BMW ranks near the bottom for reliability, and near the top for most expensive average maintenance/repair costs.

Are E36 and e46 rear shocks the same?

The e36 and e46 rear suspension is pretty much identical, so the rear shocks should be interchangeable. (The e46 is slightly wider, but the same.) One thing about Boge shocks is that they don’t last long, so even though they are cheaper than aftermarket ones, they would probably need replacement more often.

Are all e46 hoods the same?

Facelift and prefacelift hoods are interchangeable for the most part. With some adjusting and alignment you can get a good fitment. What’s not interchangeable is coupe to sedan, one is about two inches longer and they simply wont fit well.

What year is the best E36?

There are no particular best years to look for, though the last 1999 models are occasionally in better condition simply because of the age. Since even the youngest M3s will now be a decade and a half old, mileage is only one part of the story of any car.