Conversion of drive side

[N Cox]

I bought a 318i convertible 1995 6 months ago in Germany where I live at present. I am returning to the UK in the summer. Can these cars be converted from left hand drive to right hand drive? Would it be better to do this in Germany or UK? Is it worth it? Any idea of how much it would cost etc?!

Any thoughts or knowledge gratefully received.

 

[Big Daddy]

I would assume you could convert anything, however I would assume the cost would be more than the value of the car. I think you would be better off selling the car and buying another when you get home to the UK.

 

[Pink_Floyd]

the cost to do such a conversion would be REALLY high. think of all the wiring and all the new parts that would be needed, not to mention the complete relocation of the powersteering systems and everything like that. I would bet almost anything the cost of it would be more than the cost of a '95 318 convert.

as a side question... is it illegal to drive a left hand drive car in the UK? or can you do so but it is just harder to drive?

 

[N Cox]

Thanks for your advice, all. Great help! Its not illegal to drive lefthand drive cars - just awkward!