Montreal Blue 1996 BMW 328is

[Jake]

Exhaust manifolds are difficult only because each nut requires a slightly different combination of wrench/socket/extension to access easily. The small 1/4" drive works best for those in my experience.

Intake is easy, pop the fuel rail off (2 bolts, pull gently, place it out of the way and don't bust the injectors on anything) and 10ish nuts to remove. Remove the hood and cowl to make the rear-most easier.

If you haven't pulled the hood/cowl, you should, because it'll make actual head removal possible.