The non-affiliated cars thread...(1/2013)

al525i · Post by **al525i** » Jan 05, 2013 8:35 AM

VTR1000SP2 wrote: Will go have a look at it today if the seller is available. Any e12 issues I should look for?

RUST!!!! Its a major issue with e12's and even in the pictures you can tell this car has its share of it. Looks like the rust stains may be bleeding through the carpet on the drivers side too.

i know for $700 you're not gonna be worried with cosmetic rust, but these like to rust out structurally and be unsafe to drive.

I've parted e12's and e12 based e24's before because of undercarriage rust.

if the floor pans are particularly rusty, they like to eat at the unibody crossmembers on the front. They can quickly become unsafe if this happens so it would benefit you to look under the car at the floors, and also in the shock towers for rust.

the back bumper is definitely pushed in pretty good too

if it looks safe though, i'd say its a buy at $700. even if its unsafe if you need parts of it it could be worth it.

VTR1000SP2 · Post by **VTR1000SP2** » Jan 05, 2013 8:51 AM

Thanks for the heads up.

SD45T-2 · Post by **SD45T-2** » Jan 05, 2013 2:20 PM

Eromitlab wrote:Not affiliated -- warning: Audi content.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Audi-400 ... v4exp=true

Right time period and seems well preserved. I had a buddy who drove one of these when they were relatively new, and it was a nice car for its era.

that is a nice car.

Rich in Tupelo · Post by **Rich in Tupelo** » Jan 05, 2013 4:15 PM

http://nashville.craigslist.org/cto/3516612359.html

Up for sale is this excellent example of a nice BMW E28, a 1987 535is with a mere, all original, 143k miles on it. It has a clean TN title and has never been wrecked. This one is the top of the line model with every option available for that year including, power windows, power door locks, dual power seats, power mirrors, premium sound, Kenwood cd player with iPhone and aux connects, moonroof, the sport seats in the front, rear trunk lip spoiler, etc. Air conditioning blows cold, and heat blows hot. Engine is a the 3.5 v6 and runs excellent with plenty of power. Automatic transmission as well with sport and economy modes.

Exterior is in great shape and still shines. Interior is in even better condition as well, no cracks in the dash and odometer still works! This E28 is one of the nicest around town! The car currently sits on the original 15"s and the Yakima rack will not be included.

Asking price is $4,950. Call or text 615-686-5757, Scroll down and enjoy the pictures, thanks!

Spoke with owner today. Says has a little rust bottom of front drivers side. Kid who is heading to college and is selling. Planning to see and Drive Sunday afternoon. Will post additional pics and a report if anyone is interested.

bobby in Derby City · Post by **bobby in Derby City** » Jan 05, 2013 9:32 PM

Rich in Tupelo wrote:http://nashville.craigslist.org/cto/3516612359.html

Spoke with owner today. Says has a little rust bottom of front drivers side. Kid who is heading to college and is selling. Planning to see and Drive Sunday afternoon. Will post additional pics and a report if anyone is interested.

Your a sucker for Zinno

Mannydog · Post by **Mannydog** » Jan 05, 2013 9:47 PM

rmiddendorf wrote:
rcbmw wrote:WBSDC9304J2791091 was originally built with Natur Leather interior and Black Leather 535iS interior has been installed.

http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/ank/c ... 13672.html

Best,
RCBMW
That ad is high on fluff and low on facts. Where's the price?!?

$15891
http://www.motorwerksbmw.com/inventory. ... &_model=m5

Rich in Tupelo · Post by **Rich in Tupelo** » Jan 06, 2013 10:58 AM

bobby in Derby City wrote:
Rich in Tupelo wrote:http://nashville.craigslist.org/cto/3516612359.html

Spoke with owner today. Says has a little rust bottom of front drivers side. Kid who is heading to college and is selling. Planning to see and Drive Sunday afternoon. Will post additional pics and a report if anyone is interested.
Your a sucker for Zinno

Not really. Articblau is my favorite color. Not really interested in car for myself but figured someone here might be.

VTR1000SP2 · Post by **VTR1000SP2** » Jan 06, 2013 5:35 PM

1988 BMW 535i - $5200 (Springfield, IL)

http://stlouis.craigslist.org/cto/3526100608.html

I'm selling a beautiful vintage BMW 535i. This is a rust free California car in great condition. Black with black leather interior and automatic transmission. Runs and drives great with approximately 95k original miles. Extensive service history, upgraded suspension, exhaust, and newer Yokohoma tires. These BMW E28's are getting very hard to find in this condition. $5200
Call 217-529-5933

VTR1000SP2 · Post by **VTR1000SP2** » Jan 06, 2013 5:37 PM

88 luxurious n mint BMW 535i on 20's - $4000 (ft pierce )

http://treasure.craigslist.org/bar/3459657270.html

94,000+ original miles. V-6., everything works. Tinted windows, Pw, pl, very cold AC. Custom 20" Rims, 3" lip in front n 4" lip in rear, new tires. Stiloch chip in the computer, very fast car. 5 speed. Enjoy the best of both worlds= speed n luxury.. I'm sure there's other things I forgot. a BMW 535i. it has the "Big 6" M30B35 ( 6 cyl ). Motor is knocking so I'm letting it go for $4,000 o.b.o, but if I fix it, it'll go back up to $10,000 again. I have over $3,000 in x-tra parts alone. it has a stiloch chip in it dats reflashed n the vam recloked. Well maintained. body is mint ( interior n exterior ), all power n leather, paint is excellent. Very ice cold ac. new tranny seal. also have lots of extra parts to go with the car ( over $3,000 worth), in case anything happens to it, back seats, panels, lights n brackets, grill, 3 doors harnesses, etc... to much to list.... It has 20" kmc wheels ( 3" lip in front n 4" lip in back), aftermarket tweeters, mids, n highs ( very loud n powerful), it has 14 speakers, the sound is very clear n beautiful. drives great. im sure theres lots more i forgot,, people dont offer me your 1 or 2 thousand dollar junk ( no offend to anybody), but i know what it's worth, even like it sits, with the motor knocking, thanks!!!

Pavel · Post by **Pavel** » Jan 07, 2013 4:10 PM

0ne of only 300 e34 M5s brought to North America in 1993. 93 models had different paint schemes, two tone interior, Motorsport door handles and mirrors. Tastefully upgraded by Dinan to include a Stage 3 suspension and cam gear & chip mod. 350hp. Fresh tune up. New tires. Nearly perfect inside and out. No damage history. Runs and drives perfect. One of my favorites but I have too many cars. This is a collectible car that will only appreciate in value and its the nicest one you will find anywhere. Price is firm. 118K miles
408-836-8367 118K

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/cto/3528773887.html

Pretty nice. Possibly priced right for the mileage!

nightowl · Post by **nightowl** » Jan 08, 2013 9:34 AM

This one might interest someone

http://columbus.craigslist.org/cto/3529926288.html

1984 BMW 633 Csi Coupe, 5 speed 6 cylinder, unmodified original, metallic dark grey exterior, taupe leather interior, 114,000 miles, uncracked dashpad, full tool kit, working power sunroof. Comes with basket weaves with Firestone snow tires on all four wheels, comes with original bottle cap wheels with Pirelli summer tires. Dent in driver door (parking lot ding), beginning rust at edges of rear fenders, tachometer does not work. New brakes and rotors all around within last 2,000 miles, new rear shocks, air conditioning works but not particularly cold. Excellent overall condition. Used and maintained as daily driver for 50 mile daily commute. $2,800.00 Other 635 Csi

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rmiddendorf · Post by **rmiddendorf** » Jan 08, 2013 12:00 PM

nightowl wrote:This one might interest someone

http://columbus.craigslist.org/cto/3529926288.html

1984 BMW 633 Csi Coupe, 5 speed 6 cylinder, unmodified original, metallic dark grey exterior, taupe leather interior, 114,000 miles, uncracked dashpad, full tool kit, working power sunroof. Comes with basket weaves with Firestone snow tires on all four wheels, comes with original bottle cap wheels with Pirelli summer tires. Dent in driver door (parking lot ding), beginning rust at edges of rear fenders, tachometer does not work. New brakes and rotors all around within last 2,000 miles, new rear shocks, air conditioning works but not particularly cold. Excellent overall condition. Used and maintained as daily driver for 50 mile daily commute. $2,800.00 Other 635 Csi

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If anyone needs a set of eyes on this one let me know... my knee-jerk reaction is that its priced a little high but not bad.

Ted in T.O. · Post by **Ted in T.O.** » Jan 08, 2013 6:25 PM

Rich in Tupelo wrote:http://nashville.craigslist.org/cto/3516612359.html

Up for sale is this excellent example of a nice BMW E28, a 1987 535is with a mere, all original, 143k miles on it. It has a clean TN title and has never been wrecked. This one is the top of the line model with every option available for that year including, power windows, power door locks, dual power seats, power mirrors, premium sound, Kenwood cd player with iPhone and aux connects, moonroof, the sport seats in the front, rear trunk lip spoiler, etc. Air conditioning blows cold, and heat blows hot. Engine is a the 3.5 v6 and runs excellent with plenty of power. Automatic transmission as well with sport and economy modes.

Exterior is in great shape and still shines. Interior is in even better condition as well, no cracks in the dash and odometer still works! This E28 is one of the nicest around town! The car currently sits on the original 15"s and the Yakima rack will not be included.

Asking price is $4,950. Call or text 615-686-5757, Scroll down and enjoy the pictures, thanks!

Spoke with owner today. Says has a little rust bottom of front drivers side. Kid who is heading to college and is selling. Planning to see and Drive Sunday afternoon. Will post additional pics and a report if anyone is interested.

Shit. If I didn't have the E60 en route I would be all over this.

RangerGress · Post by **RangerGress** » Jan 08, 2013 8:41 PM

'84 745 in SC. 180k miles. http://savannah.craigslist.org/cto/3518970978.html

I've been talking to the owner. Seems like a good guy, but wants to sell the car worse than I want to buy it. Wife will kill me if another car shows up at the house.

I think that he'd be willing to sell the motor alone, but he's disinclined to do the wrenching all by himself.

white chocolate · Post by **white chocolate** » Jan 10, 2013 2:52 PM

1600 dollar M3!!!

http://akroncanton.craigslist.org/cto/3528095844.html

1985 bmw 325e auto, engine and tranny good , Now!! it needs work before its put back on the road, there is rust on the floor pans fixable,it needs some misc wiring for lights ect, i had it running earlier on a gallon of gas, fuel tank has rust in it, car has been in storage for about 6 yrs , project car thats rough, will need towed , i have several boxes of parts to go with it call 330 323 0122 selling it asap!!! the car is a stock 325e with a m3 body kit!!!! can deliver for small fee, GOOD WINTER PROJECT!!!
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VTR1000SP2 · Post by **VTR1000SP2** » Jan 10, 2013 3:38 PM

Words can't describe how special this car is but the seller somehow manages to find some: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/BMW-E24- ... _500wt_948

rmiddendorf · Post by **rmiddendorf** » Jan 10, 2013 3:43 PM

VTR1000SP2 wrote:Words can't describe how special this car is but the seller somehow manages to find some: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/BMW-E24- ... _500wt_948

Someone correct me if I'm wrong, but if that car were unmolested it would actually be one of the notably rare '88 L6 models.

mooseheadm5 · Post by **mooseheadm5** » Jan 10, 2013 4:03 PM

Pretty sure there were no 88 L6 models and that all 88s and 89s had extended leather like the 87 L6.

wkohler · Post by **wkohler** » Jan 10, 2013 4:04 PM

There weren't any. Dealers would put the L6 badge on them at the request of owners. Met a guy two weeks ago that did just that.

rmiddendorf · Post by **rmiddendorf** » Jan 10, 2013 4:15 PM

wkohler wrote:There weren't any. Dealers would put the L6 badge on them at the request of owners. Met a guy two weeks ago that did just that.

Why the L6 on the VIN sticker in the photo?

EDIT: Its on the tire pressure sticker. Still seems odd but I believe you.

wkohler · Post by **wkohler** » Jan 10, 2013 4:19 PM

That's a tire pressure sticker.

rmiddendorf · Post by **rmiddendorf** » Jan 10, 2013 4:22 PM

wkohler wrote:That's a tire pressure sticker.

I know. Seems odd that they wouldn't have changed it though, that's all.

And although I think you're mostly right about the 88-89 having most of the L6 options I think there was leather on he dash and maybe the roof too that the later cars didn't get. Either that or I've lost too many brain cells at this point and I'm just talking out of my bum...

wkohler · Post by **wkohler** » Jan 10, 2013 4:23 PM

The '88 and '89 cars got leather headliners and dashes, but most were replaced with vinyl dashes.

rmiddendorf · Post by **rmiddendorf** » Jan 10, 2013 4:27 PM

wkohler wrote:The '88 and '89 cars got leather headliners and dashes, but most were replaced with vinyl dashes.

Why?!? Simply because after they wore out that's when it was done?

Post by **Justin_FL** » Jan 10, 2013 4:48 PM

wkohler wrote:The '88 and '89 cars got leather headliners and dashes, but most were replaced with vinyl dashes.

I've not seen US '88-'89 E24s before with an original leather dash. The US '87 M6 and L6 had the leather dashes and door caps that were problematic and swapped by BMW under warranty, according to the lore I've heard at Sharkfest.

On the US '88 and '89s, the entire headliner is vinyl, as is the B-pillar trim and rear deck. The sun visor "console", visors, and A-pillar trim are covered in real leather, though. Never ripped apart an '87, so I can't say if those same parts were vinyl.

rmiddendorf · Post by **rmiddendorf** » Jan 10, 2013 4:51 PM

Justin_FL wrote:
wkohler wrote:The '88 and '89 cars got leather headliners and dashes, but most were replaced with vinyl dashes.
I've not seen US '88-'89 E24s before with an original leather dash. The US '87 M6 and L6 had the leather dashes and door caps that were problematic and swapped by BMW under warranty, according to the lore I've heard at Sharkfest.

On the US '88 and '89s, the entire headliner is vinyl, as is the B-pillar trim and rear deck. The sun visor "console", visors, and A-pillar trim are covered in real leather, though. Never ripped apart an '87, so I can't say if those same parts were vinyl.

The dash on my old 88 635CSi was not leather nor was the headliner. Thanks for at least pointing out the possibility that I may have less wrong in my head...

wkohler · Post by **wkohler** » Jan 10, 2013 5:17 PM

Well, we parted an '89 which had the leather door caps and b-pillar trim. Just assumed on the headliner. Never took that out. Oh well. Just another reason to never own one.

Ted in T.O. · Post by **Ted in T.O.** » Jan 13, 2013 9:54 AM

Not sure if this is the one from October Fest 2010 but it does look interesting.

http://forums.pelicanparts.com/bmw-cars ... ginal.html

Mab1957 · Post by **Mab1957** » Jan 13, 2013 12:37 PM

http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/ ... 73245.html
1987 BMW 528E/. Reduced from $3500 to $2995 - $2995 (Alexandria, VA)

Date: 2013-01-07, 1:26PM EST
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1987 BMW 528E E28. Automatic, 117,000 miles, fuel injected, straight 6 cylinder, 2.7 liter, high efficiency engine, loaded, sunroof and everything works. This car has its original off-white exterior paint and original beige leather seats. This low mileage vehicle is exceptional. Well maintained California car, no rust whatsoever. It was garaged, drives and feels like new. Serviced regularly, new muffler, radiator, tie rod ends, thermostat, clutch fan and four wheel alignment. Drives perfectly. Just drove back to Virginia 3,000.00 miles and the car drove at 100 percent. No problems whatsoever. Great gas mileage. Super reliable car with many, many years of driving pleasure ahead. Please contact Alan at 703-659-3936. We are asking 3,500 OBO. This is a California car, absolutely no rust whatsoever.
Location: Alexandria, VA

PostingID:3528873245
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rcbmw · Post by **rcbmw** » Jan 13, 2013 2:29 PM

VTR1000SP2 wrote:Words can't describe how special this car is but the seller somehow manages to find some: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/BMW-E24- ... _500wt_948

:roll:

This is not an L6. Also the 1987 L6 was not available in Cinnabar Red (138) + Natur (0200). The official colors and upholstery selections for the 1987 L6 were limited to: Black (086) + Lotus White (0199), Black (086) + Natur (0200), Alpine White (146) + Natur (0200), Cirrus Blue (189) + Lotus White (0199), Salmon Silver (203) + Silver Grey (0201), and Luxor Beige (219) + Natur (0200).

Best,
RCBMW

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The non-affiliated cars thread...(1/2013)

Oh my.

87 535IS