WTB: E34 M5

[gray635]

Thanks for the offer. Glad you are pleased with your car. Makes me feel even better about my decision!

[Drew in NYC]

Would you be open to the idea of importing a car? This example seemingly meets all of your criteria (the ones you've indicated, anyway) and will be eligible to register on our shores in a scant 1.5 months.



Best of luck in your search.

Regards,

Drew

[Adam W in MN]

If I were on the hunt for an e34 M5 I would only get a 3.8 liter, preferably a '95.

[gray635]

^^^^^ Love the hurricane cloth/leather interior of the German car, but I'm not ready to get into the importing business and commit to a car I haven't seen and driven. Too cautious, I guess.

Adam, I'd love to find a euro 3.8 car, but those are as rare as rocking horse shit. Mike Ottati, one of the moderators on the m5board, contacted me about his 1993 silver/black car and even emailed me some photos, but then had second thoughts and decided he just couldn't bear to part with the car. I was also contacted about another 3.8 but its history and mileage just didn't work for me. If you are aware of something that might be available, please PM me.

Thanks for all the good leads and suggestions.

[Adam W in MN]

I haven't been keeping tabs on them like I used to, maybe the market is heating up like a lot of things BMW M-related (and "vintage-ish").

All I know is there is only one car I ever regret selling, truly regret, not just miss sometimes and that was my '94 E34 M5 3.8 liter euro. What a machine....it felt special every time I (daily) drove it.

[MicahO]

I have just today committed to purchase an e34 M5.

Soooo.... Whatcha buyin?!?!?!?!? Oh, and of course,

[gray635]

Micah: 1991 M5, white/black (just like my 635 and 911!) What can I say - I'm just a sucker for a white car. You might have seen it at the Vintage. It'll take a few weeks to get this sorted out and I'll update you guys as things progress. Thanks for the interest!

[CSBM5]

I haven't been keeping tabs on them like I used to, maybe the market is heating up like a lot of things BMW M-related (and "vintage-ish").

All I know is there is only one car I ever regret selling, truly regret, not just miss sometimes and that was my '94 E34 M5 3.8 liter euro. What a machine....it felt special every time I (daily) drove it.

This reminds me of ~1998 in Switzerland staying with a friend outside of Bern. I had to catch a train in Bern early in the morning, and we were late leaving his home but driving in his wife's E34 M5 3.8L. As we enter the motorway about 6am, its WOT 2nd, 3rd, 4th and into 5th right up to the limiter for about 5-6 mins. He mentioned the ticket would be horrendous if he was caught (% of annual income), but it was apparently not too likely to get caught that time of the day. The sound of that big S38 sure was sweet.

Micah: 1991 M5, white/black (just like my 635 and 911!) What can I say - I'm just a sucker for a white car. You might have seen it at the Vintage. It'll take a few weeks to get this sorted out and I'll update you guys as things progress. Thanks for the interest!

Wait, so you already bought one? Link? Details, details!

Regards,
Chuck

[Nanajoth]

Micah: 1991 M5, white/black (just like my 635 and 911!) What can I say - I'm just a sucker for a white car. You might have seen it at the Vintage. It'll take a few weeks to get this sorted out and I'll update you guys as things progress. Thanks for the interest!

If it is the one I am thinking of it made mine look like a beater

[MicahO]

Micah: 1991 M5, white/black (just like my 635 and 911!) What can I say - I'm just a sucker for a white car. You might have seen it at the Vintage. It'll take a few weeks to get this sorted out and I'll update you guys as things progress. Thanks for the interest!

Yes! That was a nice car! I didn't spend nearly enough time looking at it, but alpine white sure is a pretty color on the e34. Can't wait to see what you do with it!


--Micah

[gray635]

ETA probably 2 weeks or so. Oil pan gasket is being replaced prior to final inspection and delivery to stop slow seep. Can't stand leaky cars. I'll keep you guys posted. Thanks for sharing my enthusiasm!

[geordi]

Congrats on finding your M5. Was this e34 M5 at vintage last year? There was an AW M5 the owner was debating to sell. I believe he was from IN/OH/PA area.
geo

[turbine]

That was likely me ('93). Mike and I did discuss a sale this year but I just wasn't ready to let it go. Best to Mike with his purchase.
AJ

[Madhungarian]

Hi Mike,
I have an e34 M5 alpine Weiss considering to sell, still not sure. It has been my daily driver for about five years until about a year ago, when I started a full reconditioning project. All mechanicals done, anything rubber or plastic replaced. Chassis has 230K on it, motor around 130K was replaced and upgraded with all mods including dual row chain etc. More recently like a few months all seals (motor and transmission) replaced and all suspension components replaced and/or upgraded. Interior is superbly clean, needs new upholstery. I am looking for some M-cloth to do it, but Eric is out of his stuff. PM Me for pictures or call if you want.
Julius

[gray635]

Julius:

Thanks for the response, but it looks like I've found my M5 up in NC. Should have something to report by next weekend, if all goes according to plan.

Mike

[Collin380]

Hey Mike,

Congrats on the M5! I just acquired an E34 as well...Mines is a 540i/6MT!

BTW I am looking for a black passenger rear door panel as well. I am going to check with the guy that had the E34 M5s to see if he has any. I will keep you posted!

Best regards,

Alex

Here is a picture of my E34;-)

[ppressle]

My 200k black on black 91 could probably be had for a fair price. Fails your no black test though.
San Jose, CA if you are ever in the area.
Pete

[gray635]

Guys:

Drove the car back from NC on July 4. My kinda fireworks!

I've got to take some photos and update this post. But before I do, I've got to figure out some sort of web hosting for my pics. I REALLY miss KillerPM's uploader on the board.

Alex: Your e34 looks great. As you obviously know, I've been on a search for rear door cards for my car. NLA and decent used ones are apparently impossible to find. I'm going to see what my local auto upholsterer can do with mine. Let me know if you find some other alternative.

Mike

[Collin380]

So far, I am very happy with her...just installed my 17" Hartges wrapped in 245/45/17s.
I can not wait to lower it on the Eibach springs

[GaAlpinaOwner]

Mike congrats on this addition. I can not wait to see it.

David Frankel