Getting a restored 1980's Italian BMW back on the road
Posted: Tue Jun 11, 2013 8:55 am
Hi Folks
I've owned, restored, raced several E30 BMW's over recent years. Most recently I have been building a E30 320is from a collection of parts that don't come with any associated history. For those who may not be 100% up on the BMW's the E30 320is is a bit special as it was a version of the M3 built especially for the Italian and Portuguese markets, some more info here http://www.bmwmregistry.com/model_faq.php?id=10
Now the meat of the matter! The car was initially restored as a race car so the lack of a V5 etc wasn't a concern however I dont really have the time or inclination to compete any more so I would like to put it on the road. http://www.vin-info.com provides a small amount of history on the chassis but looking at the V55/5 document I really want a "certificate of conformity". The problem there is this car dates from 1988.05 and was registered in Italy so, the COC doesnt exist as such and BMW keep pushing me to Italy where "They no speak English" or at least don't want to do any leg work for me.
With all that in mind I was wondering if folks here have much experience in putting non UK registered chassis back on the road and had any advise for me before I end up giving up on my wish to drive the car on the road
Thanks in advance,
Richard
I've owned, restored, raced several E30 BMW's over recent years. Most recently I have been building a E30 320is from a collection of parts that don't come with any associated history. For those who may not be 100% up on the BMW's the E30 320is is a bit special as it was a version of the M3 built especially for the Italian and Portuguese markets, some more info here http://www.bmwmregistry.com/model_faq.php?id=10
Now the meat of the matter! The car was initially restored as a race car so the lack of a V5 etc wasn't a concern however I dont really have the time or inclination to compete any more so I would like to put it on the road. http://www.vin-info.com provides a small amount of history on the chassis but looking at the V55/5 document I really want a "certificate of conformity". The problem there is this car dates from 1988.05 and was registered in Italy so, the COC doesnt exist as such and BMW keep pushing me to Italy where "They no speak English" or at least don't want to do any leg work for me.
With all that in mind I was wondering if folks here have much experience in putting non UK registered chassis back on the road and had any advise for me before I end up giving up on my wish to drive the car on the road
Thanks in advance,
Richard
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