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Originally Posted by BrokenVert
I think he was saying that a BMW engineered fi 128 already exist and iscalled a 135.
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My understanding is that there are differences between the N52 and N54/55 other than just turbos bolted on.
I would, however, agree that if you are looking at buying a new/used 128 with the plan to put a turbo on it then you should just buy a 135 instead. There are benefits (longevity-wise) of an engine that was designed from the ground up to be a turbo vs adding a turbo to a NA engine.
I personally would rather go with a SC than a turbo though. While they don't give as much tune ability or high HP values (especially for the cost), they tend to last longer and cause less grief than aftermarket turbos and you don't have the lag issues (your power curve stays roughly the same, there is just more of it).