[Galal01]

I live in Egypt.. I had purchased a 2009 BMW 316i Coupe brand new from the local BMW Dealership for those of you that arent aware of the 316i it is a 1.6 Liter Engine producing 126 HP which doesn't really feel like a BMW !

In Egypt we have very high customs and taxes on cars. For instance a new M3 which is very unique here would set you back 2,300,000 LE which is equivalent to $460,000 ! which is insane !

My 316i Coupe cost me 350,000 LE which is $70,000. Car was nicely equipped.. Had idrive, 6 speed manual transmission, leather seats, sunroof, and 16" wheels.

The car looked beautiful but felt like I was driving a civic ! so I decided to spice up things a bit.

Phase 1
February 2010
Exterior:

I ordered OEM M3 Parts such as Front & Rear Bumpers, Hood, Fenders, Mirrors, Front Brackets, Air Ducts and 19 inch M3 Wheels.. Brand New Shipped from BMW Germany.. with all required part for installation.. Had to manually widen the rear fenders at the body shop

Phase 2
June 2010
Interior:

Ordered 2 complete M3 interiors. From Racers with Track M3s.. One Fox Red and one individual saddle brown..

Phase 3
November 2010
Mechanical:

Finally after a long long long search and help from online junk yards I found a mint 2010 BMW 335i DCT convertible with a broken convertible top that was written off from the insurance company and sold to a junk yard.. and a rear accident 2009 M3 Manual.. I decided to go with the 335i has more luxury features and with minor tuning will reach 500-600 HP..

The car is now getting its new system installed... Engine, Transmission, Suspension, Complete center console with new i-drive, Brakes etc...

I thought this was an interesting transformation to share...

Will keep you updated with photos..

Cheers