A Rebel’s Dream
In the realm where reality and fantasy collide, you’ll find an E30 that obliterates the comfort of familiar aesthetics.
This isn’t your usual Sunday drive BMW. In fact, it’s anything but typical. A Live To Offend widebody kit has transformed the unassuming E30 silhouette into a creature of audacity and allure. It’s a sci-fi flick brought to life,
The Live To Offend, or LTO for the initiated, is a movement championed by Eric Pennington and Kyzyl Saleen, promoting individuality and the boldness to push design boundaries. Khyzyl is no stranger here, known worldwide for his futuristic and high-impact vehicle designs.
His works aren’t just car mods; they’re a visual rebellion against convention, a testament to what can be achieved when imagination runs wild. Live To Offend brings these wild renders from computer screens to real life street scenes.
The unassuming E30 under the masterful hands of these visionaries has transformed into an audacious, awe-inspiring beast. It’s a four-wheeled embodiment of the phrase “go big or go home”. The widebody kit gives this Bavarian marvel a muscular stance, with lines and edges that command attention, challenging anyone to ignore its presence.
The broad shoulders of this wide-bodied wonder evoke a nostalgia for motorsport, yet it is all but traditional. The harsh, audacious lines jut out aggressively, casting an imposing figure that is not easily forgotten.
Every single angle breaks from tradition, inviting gasps of surprise and invites a conversation for all who walk by. Some may be enthralled, others offended, but all are left with an unforgettable impression.
It elicits a reaction, be it praise or scorn, it’s a car that refuses to be ignored. It’s wild, it’s crazy, it’s motorsport heritage reinvented, an entity that is equal parts crazy, audacious, and in my humble opinion utterly fantastic.
Modest by birth, emerged as a rebel against mediocrity, fearless, unapologetic, and always ready to offend.
The Aussie Heartbeat
If the wild restyling isn’t enough to offend the Bavarian purists out there, transplanting an Australian legend into the chest cavity of this German icon might be their Kryptonite.
The LSX-R 5.7L engine, courtesy of Holden, a quintessentially Australian marque, pumps an entirely different kind of life into the Bavarian steel.
Talk about a wild mixture of motoring DNA.
Unleashing this revamped beast was no easy feat. The LS1 engine, while a powerhouse on its own, needed a bit of sprucing up to do justice to its new home. Enter Brintech Customs, the gifted mechanics who worked their magic and breathed a new lease of life into this engine.
With its forged pistons, H beam conrods, and a supercharged style camshaft, not to mention the custom exhaust manifolds, the 318i was far from its original quiet self. It roared like the Australian outback and delivered a performance that would give any seasoned car enthusiast goosebumps.
Yet, it wasn’t all smooth sailing. The T56 gearbox was a stubborn component, causing its fair share of headaches, and made its presence known with as much grace as a bull in a china shop. But every speed bump was a lesson in resilience for Ty and his faithful co-builder, Theo.
No obstacle was insurmountable, and their perseverance paid off when they finally tamed the beast. And the end result?
Well it’s still early days. The initial run-in tune produces a lazy 235kw at the wheels on a very safe map, with a plan to unlock plenty more ponies at a later date. Tyrone is aiming for somewhere between 300-400kw range with engine longevity in mind.
The power on tap is accompanied by the deep burble and throaty engine note LS-series engines are reknown for, one of the greatest soundtracks on any road.
The E30 might’ve started as a refined German classic, but with its new heart, it was now a rebel with a cause, an audacious testament to the Live to Offend ethos.
A Journey of Madness and Metal
The birth of this motorized behemoth was no simple task. It’s the story of two die-hard car enthusiasts, Tyrone and Theo, fueled by friendship and a love for all things automotive.
The countless hours of wrench turning, the endless nights spent poring over diagrams and designs, the sweat and swearing over stubborn components, all this effort culminated in the creation of this insane beast.
Every nut and bolt, every scrap of metal, every modification, tells a tale of determination and mechanical mastery.
From the LSXR 102mm intake manifold to the six-speed T56 gearbox, from the custom twin-tip exhaust to the modified subframe, every component is a testament to Tyrone and Theo’s dedication and skill.
The Art of Rebellion
This isn’t a machine that toes the line of conventional automotive design. Its Live To Offend ethos may rub some the wrong way, but here’s the thing – it’s not trying to win everyone over. This E30 is a celebration of the unconventional, the audacious, the fearless spirit of car culture.
Love it or hate it, you can’t ignore the passion, the attention to detail, and the unwavering commitment that went into this build. From the mesmerizing Mazda Soul Red Crystal paint job to the painstakingly retrimmed OMP WRC steering wheel, it’s a tangible manifestation of tireless effort and undying enthusiasm.
So here’s to the rebels, the risk-takers, the ones daring enough to go against the grain. To the ones who refuse to be boxed in by tradition, who dare to offend and aren’t afraid to wear their automotive heart on their sleeve. After all, what’s the joy in motoring if not to push the boundaries, to experiment, to rebel?
After all, life’s too short for boring cars, isn’t it?
Matthew Everingham
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matt@mattheweveringham.com
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