Help me find: E46 M3

[UdubBadger]

I find it funny how all Interlagos Blue M3's seem to carry a 5-10k premium over any other M3.
And by that, I mean, 5-10k premium in asking price. Actual sale will probably be a lot less than that.

ehhhhh, people just tend to be high on their own shit. LSB was like that forever too.

[Newjack]

Contributing to the "M3's Dario can't afford thread"

http://baltimore.craigslist.org/cto/4606255416.html

This whole thread is like being blue balled by a fat chick.

[TigerTater]

Contributing to the "M3's Dario can't afford thread"

http://baltimore.craigslist.org/cto/4606255416.html

This whole these is like being blue balled by a fat chick.

Lol. So rude. I wonder how old that gas is considering only 9100 miles over 10 years


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[Hornung418]

Contributing to the "M3's Dario can't afford thread"

http://baltimore.craigslist.org/cto/4606255416.html

This whole these is like being blue balled by a fat chick.

Special ordered from the factory. Picks grey interior. :facepalm

Sent from my GS3.

[E_Rak]

Contributing to the "M3's Dario can't afford thread"

http://baltimore.craigslist.org/cto/4606255416.html

This whole these is like being blue balled by a fat chick.

I like this game :)


Special ordered from the factory. Picks grey interior. :facepalm

Sent from my GS3.

People just don't realize how poorly it wears... It looks really pretty good when brand new.

[Avetiso]

Carbon black over gray, nicely optioned, 6MT. 131k miles, though. And it's not 2003.5, but it has LED tails which I am assuming are aftermarket.

M3 link here.
(http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/vehicledetails.xhtml?zip=95691&endYear=2015&vehicleStyleCodes=COUPE&modelCode1=M3&showcaseOwnerId=91242&startYear=1981&makeCode1=BMW&searchRadius=300&maxPrice=19000&mmt=[BMW[M3[]][]]&listingId=375757803&Log=0)
What do you guys think?

[az3579]

What do you guys think?

Grey. =\
On top of that... Black... My only beef with black is that it's impossible to keep clean. Otherwise Carbon Black is beautiful.

But that grey... I'd two tone the sheeeeet out of that interior.

[Avetiso]

Grey. =\
On top of that... Black... My only beef with black is that it's impossible to keep clean. Otherwise Carbon Black is beautiful.

But that grey...
I could swap it out easily if a decent interior popped up for sale. Other than that, I could live with it.

[NorCal-Dimitri]

I love it. The supersprint E46 M3 exhaust sounds amazing.

[Pip]

I love it. The supersprint E46 M3 exhaust sounds amazing.

Crazy drone, but you're right it does sound fantastic in person.

[Avetiso]

Guy comes off as a bit of a hardass. I get the feeling he actually expects 16k for that car. :(

[Avetiso]

Might meet up with him Monday to check it out. It's definitely not on my top lists of combos, though.

[Pip]

Finally saw the pics. Guy must be short and has bad taste with the ///M emblems on the speakers. My car had an ///M3 trunk emblem on the passenger dash trim lol. It also still has one in the trunk on the speaker below the rear deck. $16k is overpriced, but you knew that.

[UdubBadger]

Carbon black over gray, nicely optioned, 6MT. 131k miles, though. And it's not 2003.5, but it has LED tails which I am assuming are aftermarket.

M3 link here.
(http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/vehicledetails.xhtml?zip=95691&endYear=2015&vehicleStyleCodes=COUPE&modelCode1=M3&showcaseOwnerId=91242&startYear=1981&makeCode1=BMW&searchRadius=300&maxPrice=19000&mmt=[BMW[M3[]][]]&listingId=375757803&Log=0)
What do you guys think?

I dunno, kinda seems like you're reaching a little to get into a car you're not gonna be totally happy in. If an M3 is really what you want hang in there and find the right deal.

[Avetiso]

I dunno, kinda seems like you're reaching a little to get into a car you're not gonna be totally happy in. If an M3 is really what you want hang in there and find the right deal.
A bit. I guess I am getting a little anxious. Thanks for the reminder.

[ELCID86]

http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/vehicledetails.xhtml?listingId=377075457&LNX=SOMEDTWVDP

[danewilson77]

:drool

The friendliest forum on the planet!

[az3579]

http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/vehicledetails.xhtml?listingId=377075457&LNX=SOMEDTWVDP

Too far for Dario... :(

[ELCID86]

Ship it! :scratchinghead
Drive it!:roundel

[Avetiso]

Need cosigner to come with me. She doesn't have the time.

[Avetiso]

Looking a nice car a few hours away. 2003 TiAg with 134k miles. Nicely nodded and very clean. $15,300.

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/cto/4590680146.html

[LivesNearCostco]

I hope to see that car this weekend!

There is a dealer advertising a 2003 silver M3 (6-speed) in Walnut Creek on Craiglist. Has 138K miles asking $16,998. Not sure if dealers are willing to negotiate more on price or if they always charge more than FSBO deals.

[Avetiso]

I hope to see that car this weekend!

There is a dealer advertising a 2003 silver M3 (6-speed) in Walnut Creek on Craiglist. Has 138K miles asking $16,998. Not sure if dealers are willing to negotiate more on price or if they always charge more than FSBO deals.
Nice! I might see it Monday. If it's nice make sure you buy it!

[LivesNearCostco]

If I can see it tomorrow or Sunday, do you want any specific pictures or information about it? I probably won't be making any buying decisions this weekend. I still have to finalize my insurance claim and decide if I want to buy back my ZHP. If I buy it back, I won't be buying an M3 this year (but maybe next year...).

[cakM3]

I hope to see that car this weekend!

There is a dealer advertising a 2003 silver M3 (6-speed) in Walnut Creek on Craiglist. Has 138K miles asking $16,998. Not sure if dealers are willing to negotiate more on price or if they always charge more than FSBO deals.

Dealers usually charge much more and don't negotiate too much on pricing unfortunately.....good luck however!

[LivesNearCostco]

OK thanks. I'll start my own thread on trying to figure out my next car.

[Avetiso]

If I can see it tomorrow or Sunday, do you want any specific pictures or information about it? I probably won't be making any buying decisions this weekend. I still have to finalize my insurance claim and decide if I want to buy back my ZHP. If I buy it back, I won't be buying an M3 this year (but maybe next year...).
Just general info. Conditions of things. How it drives. Etc.

[LivesNearCostco]

Okay. Shall I tell him I'm evaluating it for you too? :-) I have a body shop guy coming at 3pm to look at my car today. If he says my car is fixable for a reasonable price, my hunt for another E46 will go on hold.

BTW, did you check out the white 2005 E46 for sale in the Sacramento area for $16,000, the one changed from black to white? This one:
http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4599185413.html

[Avetiso]

Okay. Shall I tell him I'm evaluating it for you too? :-) I have a body shop guy coming at 3pm to look at my car today. If he says my car is fixable for a reasonable price, my hunt for another E46 will go on hold.

BTW, did you check out the white 2005 E46 for sale in the Sacramento area for $16,000, the one changed from black to white? This one:
http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4599185413.html
Something irks me about that car. I don't know what it is. Maybe I could go check it out.

[LivesNearCostco]

Please let me know if you do, unless you buy it! I like white better than black, but color change from black to white worries me, unless they did it really well. I guess I'd look for overspray, color inside the door frames, color around trunk lid edges and hood lid edges.

[Oli77]

Something irks me about that car. I don't know what it is.

Let me help you Dario, it's the black wheels. That is awful on that car. Period.

[Pip]

Let me help you Dario, it's the black wheels. That is awful on that car. Period.

But storm trooper...

[Oli77]

Storm trooper, shwarm trooper, an M3 should NOT have black wheels (IMHO).

[Pip]

Storm trooper, shwarm trooper, an M3 should NOT have black wheels (IMHO).

Yea I was f'n around. I really dislike dark color wheels. They tend to get lost in the mix and don't look very good in my eyes. Even my hyper black wheels that came with the car bug me from time to time. Otherwise they fit the theme of tiag and CF fairly well.

My buddy called my car riced the other day and I was scratching my head.

[LivesNearCostco]

Saw the silver one in Los Gatos. Looks good and sounds good. He's selling it to get an E36 M3 track car. I know the seller's dad from BMW CCA stuff, in fact his Dad gave my nephew a ride around Laguna Seca in a Mini Cooper back in May. Said he was waiting for Dario to call him! Will PM you details later.

Edit: Apex wheels are ET30. Fenders rolled. Brand new rear tires today. Springs are H&3 Sport. Dampers original, or at least not changed by current owne (rear shocks are Sachs). Rear subframe bushings stock and floor pan recently inspected and okay. Spacers are H&R. Previously owned 3 years by family friend of seller. No spare instead BMW mobility kit. Has original exhaust at home. Dual fan (clutch and electric pusher--is that normal for all M3 MT?). Fold-down rear seats. FCABs are Powerflex purple. Swaybars stock. Two small dings on rear quarters, one per side; right ding has paint scratch, left does not. Last lifter adjustment about 20K miles ago. Paint looked good to me --8/10 except 2 dings and some front bumper rash, but I'm not picky on paint.

Exhaust sounds good, only slightly lor than stock, but didn't get into highest RPMs on test drive. Forgot to ask about tune (probably OEM).

Would - buy? Yes if I'm getting a M3, though I would probably switch to coilovers for stiffer springs and do wheel studs.

[Avetiso]

Saw the silver one in Los Gatos. Looks good and sounds good. He's selling it to get an E36 M3 track car. I know the seller's dad from BMW CCA stuff, in fact his Dad gave my nephew a ride around Laguna Seca in a Mini Cooper back in May.

He said he was waiting for Dario to call him! Will PM you details later.
Appreciate it, man. I told him I would think it over over the weekend.

[Avetiso]

Missed out on an LSB for 16k with 98k miles. Sold in less than 24 hours. Wanted to buy it tomorrow. I think I'm gonna cry. :(

Oh well. It wasn't mine, I guess.

[cakM3]

My buddy called my car riced the other day and I was scratching my head.

Really??? I think your buddy needs to see what a riced out BMW really looks like Sean. Your ///M is nowhere close to even being called riced in my opinion.... It looks great :)

@ Dario.... Keep looking buddy... the perfect one for you is still out there.... waiting for you to find her ;)

Sent from my iPad Mini using Tapatalk HD

[Avetiso]

Texted this guy. His car has been FS for a while, and while I am not usually a fan of black, I love it on the M3, apparently. I'd definitely be willing to deal with it for how clean it looks when... clean?

Not sure if standards are slipping, or I am warming up to the idea of SMG. I drove my cousin's manual 330i recently and honestly, it's been nice to be driving auto recently. At least not having to operate a clutch.

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/4607090175.html

[LivesNearCostco]

Dario, I met with a former coworker who is getting ready to sell his E46 M3. It's 2004, 6MT, Silbergrau, about 90,000 miles. In good shape, not many mods except wheel studs and front struts are Bilstein. I think he's asking for a little less than Jason is, but it has stock exhaust, intake, springs, etc. If you're interested, let me know and I'll PM you his email address.

[Avetiso]

Dario, I met with a former coworker who is getting ready to sell his E46 M3. It's 2004, 6MT, Silbergrau, about 90,000 miles. In good shape, not many mods except wheel studs and front struts are Bilstein. I think he's asking for a little less than Jason is, but it has stock exhaust, intake, springs, etc. If you're interested, let me know and I'll PM you his email address.
Please! That's almost exactly what I'm looking for. Shoot me his email (or better yet, his phone number). Tell him I'm ready to give a deposit on the car on a moment's notice and that I'm a serious buyer.

Appreciate it, man.

[LivesNearCostco]

PM sent! I think it's a fine car but why that one and not Jason's? They are the same color, no wait, the Jason car in Los Gatos one is TitanSilber on black leather, while the one I saw Sunday is SilberGrau on black leather and has fewer miles on it. The first has the custom Magnaflow exhaust, H&R lowering springs (on stock dampers), and aFe intake with 18x9.5" wheels on the car--don't remember if Jason has the stock wheels at home. The 2nd one has stock exhaust, stock springs on Bilstein dampers, stock intake, and stock wheels in the car but also 18x10" wheels for sale.

The first seller decided it's too nice to track, never tracked it (not sure about previous owner) and wants to get an E36 M3. The 2nd seller has already tracked it, already switched to a dedicated track Miata, and is now thinking of getting something else for the track.

First seller is the son of a BMW CCA instructor. Second seller is a NASA/Speed Ventures instructor.

And I thought you wanted LSB! :-)

[Avetiso]

PM sent! I think it's a fine car but why that one and not Jason's? They are the same color, no wait, the Jason car in Los Gatos one is TitanSilber on black leather, while the one I saw Sunday is SilberGrau on black leather and has fewer miles on it. The first has the custom Magnaflow exhaust, H&R lowering springs (on stock dampers), and aFe intake with 18x9.5" wheels on the car--don't remember if Jason has the stock wheels at home. The 2nd one has stock exhaust, stock springs on Bilstein dampers, stock intake, and stock wheels in the car but also 18x10" wheels for sale.

And I thought you wanted LSB! :-)
I have a huge thing for SilverGray. My first ZHP was that color and I love it to this day. I like Jason's car, and I've complimented him on multiple times. I'm just less of a fan of that shade of gray than silver gray, it's not a 2003.5+, and I'd like to have less miles on my car to help with resale down the road.

I did want that LSB one! But it sold today. Was barely on CL for over 24 hours, but that's what I expected. There was nothing I could do.

Shot him an email already.

[PdZHP]

http://orangecounty.craigslist.org/cto/4614342076.html

[derbo]

no verts for Dario.

[Johal E32]

Saw the silver one in Los Gatos. Looks good and sounds good. He's selling it to get an E36 M3 track car. I know the seller's dad from BMW CCA stuff, in fact his Dad gave my nephew a ride around Laguna Seca in a Mini Cooper back in May. Said he was waiting for Dario to call him! Will PM you details later.

Edit: Apex wheels are ET30. Fenders rolled. Brand new rear tires today. Springs are H&3 Sport. Dampers original, or at least not changed by current owne (rear shocks are Sachs). Rear subframe bushings stock and floor pan recently inspected and okay. Spacers are H&R. Previously owned 3 years by family friend of seller. No spare instead BMW mobility kit. Has original exhaust at home. Dual fan (clutch and electric pusher--is that normal for all M3 MT?). Fold-down rear seats. FCABs are Powerflex purple. Swaybars stock. Two small dings on rear quarters, one per side; right ding has paint scratch, left does not. Last lifter adjustment about 20K miles ago. Paint looked good to me --8/10 except 2 dings and some front bumper rash, but I'm not picky on paint.

Exhaust sounds good, only slightly lor than stock, but didn't get into highest RPMs on test drive. Forgot to ask about tune (probably OEM).

Would - buy? Yes if I'm getting a M3, though I would probably switch to coilovers for stiffer springs and do wheel studs.

Hey John, all M3's do not have the spare tire and instead they have to mobility kit. I think it is because of the cutout for the rear exhaust

[LivesNearCostco]

Jordan, yes I just figured that out on Sunday! I also learned on the S54 the power steering and windshield wiper fluid reservoirs are buried lower in the engine bay, they all seem to have clutch fans (+ electric pusher fan), and the coolant ET is over on the passenger side not the driver's side.

[Avetiso]

http://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/cto/4611613136.html

[Vas]

http://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/cto/4611613136.html


Love the red interior and you like that exterior color. Contact the seller?

[Avetiso]

Love the red interior and you like that exterior color. Contact the seller?
I did. Shot him an email. Gonna call my CU and see how we can buy the car from a distance; I don't want to drag my mom out to San Diego.

[Pip]

I did. Shot him an email. Gonna call my CU and see how we can buy the car from a distance; I don't want to drag my mom out to San Diego.

Awesome color combo. Would be legit.

[alexandre]

Very nice. Car looks clean, price is reasonable, and the one mod they did is very tasteful haha. Hope that one works out for ya!

[az3579]

http://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/cto/4611613136.html

YES!!!

[NoVAphotog]

YES!!!


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xLb9jPuDS9Y

[Avetiso]

No go on that silvery gray owned by John's friend. He wants to keep it.

[az3579]

So why is it listed for sale??

[Avetiso]

So why is it listed for sale??
It wasn't. This is a different car.

And I just got an email about the car in San Diego, sale is already pending.

FML.

[az3579]

It wasn't. This is a different car.

And I just got an email about the car in San Diego, sale is already pending.

FML.

Damn. That is a color combo I'd even rock (silver grey on imola), and I'm very picky...

[ELCID86]

[emoji76]

[LivesNearCostco]

Yes I thought my friend was going to sell it then go find another car. Apparently he wants to find the other car first. He didn't advertise it online, just told me he was planning to sell it when he saw what happened to my car. (He was at the track that day.)

[Avetiso]

Yes I thought my friend was going to sell it then go find another car. Apparently he wants to find the other car first. He didn't advertise it online, just told me he was planning to sell it when he saw what happened to my car. (He was at the track that day.)
It's too bad. Looks like a great car is it was pretty much exactly what I preferred. Oh well, I have no right to be upset over it. It's his car.

[Avetiso]

Calling johnrando, come in, johnrando!

http://sacramento.craigslist.org/ctd/4596449095.html

[cakM3]

Calling johnrando, come in, johnrando!

http://sacramento.craigslist.org/ctd/4596449095.html

:drool :drool :drool :drool


John....you gotta see this!!!!

[Vas]

Wow that is killer

[Avetiso]

Then there is this: http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/ctd/4623548012.html

Price is right, even though it is gray interior and SMG. Seems like a nice car. I will inquire tomorrow or on Tuesday.

[cakM3]

Then there is this: http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/ctd/4623548012.html

Price is right, even though it is gray interior and SMG. Seems like a nice car. I will inquire tomorrow or on Tuesday.

$14,950
odometer: 96556

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION:

VERY CLEAN M3 COUPE, 6-SPD SMG TRANSMISSION, WELL MAINTAINED, NAVIGATION, BOSE PREMIUM SOUND, BI-XENON HEADLAMPS, PARKING SENSORS, 19 PREMIUM WHEELS, REAR SPOILER, MOON ROOF, DUAL POWER SEATS, GREAT VALUE! please call, NOHR'S AUTO BROKERS at 925 939-9590 www.nohrsautobrokers.com

Kinda makes me wonder what's really wrong with this car?

[Avetiso]

$14,950
odometer: 96556

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION:

VERY CLEAN M3 COUPE, 6-SPD SMG TRANSMISSION, WELL MAINTAINED, NAVIGATION, BOSE PREMIUM SOUND, BI-XENON HEADLAMPS, PARKING SENSORS, 19 PREMIUM WHEELS, REAR SPOILER, MOON ROOF, DUAL POWER SEATS, GREAT VALUE! please call, NOHR'S AUTO BROKERS at 925 939-9590 www.nohrsautobrokers.com

Kinda makes me wonder what's really wrong with this car?
Hahaha, typical dealer description. Nice catch, Chuck!

[BCS_ZHP]

Dario,
'06 M3 silver gray, vert, 6MT, gray interior, immaculate, 51K, 2-owner car, not listed for sale yet cause he's trying to get me to buy it. Admit I'm tempted but not in the cards right now. I bought my 1st ZHP from this guy & then Preston's 335 back in March, he is OCD beyond me, his stuff is righteous. On that 1st ZHP I bought from him, drove it 9-10 months/10K miles, my son's friend jackknifed open the side of it cause he didn't know how to back out of my driveway, and we still sold it for only $500 less than we bought it. The 335, we're still positive on that deal, probably will be for another year. Know you said no verts, but this is your color, your tranny, car was 3M protected when new on the front & lower sides, outstanding condition. Been driven 4K miles in last 2 years, she's a back up to his 2013 M3 which replaced his 2011 M3, which both sat while he had another DD. PM me if you have any interest.
Bruce

[Avetiso]

Red on red! http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/4624073198.html

[Avetiso]

Guy said the lowest he'll go is 18k.

[Avetiso]

Mileage is high, but this car keeps coming back to haunt me. http://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/cto/4608565629.html

[alexandre]

I say mileage is low :)

[az3579]

I say mileage is low :)

This. Problem is, he cares about resale value, so that greatly limits his options no matter how good the car is. :(

[cakM3]

Mileage is high, but this car keeps coming back to haunt me. http://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/cto/4608565629.html

Dario, if the car has been well maintained and everything is current then that mileage is just a number. Looks like this Interlagos Blue Competition Package ///M is a great car to own. I would seriously take a look at this car....it looks like an awesome car :thumbsup

[Avetiso]

Texted the guy yesterday.

[az3579]

Texted the guy yesterday.

I found a lot of sellers prefer an actual phone call instead of a text. It kind of places that potential buyer "higher" on their list, mentally... if you find a car you really want, might be worth a shot to call first. :thumbsup

[Avetiso]

I found a lot of sellers prefer an actual phone call instead of a text. It kind of places that potential buyer "higher" on their list, mentally... if you find a car you really want, might be worth a shot to call first. :thumbsup
It was late at night. I just said I wanted to talk to him today whenever he is free.

[az3579]

Good deal.
Hope it works out for you; that is a very nice car indeed.

[Avetiso]

Asked the guy to call me. Didn't respond. Asked him again today, and told him I was far away (in Sacramento).

"Come check the car out if you want." WTF? I'm 400 miles away, dude. Can you send me some better pictures that show the details better?

Here, bro, check this out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lnHQ6P6tmhk

Also says he is extremely busy, which is why he didn't respond. You don't have time to sell the car you listed for sale? :dunno

Doesn't sound like the type of guy I'd fly out to buy from but I'll keep talking to him.

[Avetiso]

Wow. This guy.

"Can you meet me halfway between Sacramento and Glendale?" (380 miles apart)

"Yes, I can take the car with me to work tomorrow."

WTF. Bro...

[Avetiso]

"If we could meet halfway I could pick the car up in Fresno. That's about three hours from me and three hours from you."

"Sorry, I do not appreciate the piece because I was too busy."

????????????????????????????????????????????????

WHAT?!

[Avetiso]

Okay, screw this guy. I can't deal with someone 400 miles away if they can't even speak English I can understand. My parents speak better English, and that isn't saying much.

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/4625410605.html

Jet Black is sexy. Mileage is better. Not ZCP or 2006, but I will deal with it. Guy will need to work his price but I will text him again (we've already talked a little bit).

[Newjack]

"If we could meet halfway I could pick the car up in Fresno. That's about three hours from me and three hours from you."

"Sorry, I do not appreciate the piece because I was too busy."

????????????????????????????????????????????????

WHAT?!


This is the man selling that car every time he texts you

http://www.reactiongifs.com/r/vhpy.gif

[Avetiso]

This is the man selling that car every time he texts you

http://www.reactiongifs.com/r/vhpy.gif
I swear, talking to this guy is worse than that "diverse" freak we had a few months back who Ajaxed his cars.

[NorCal-Dimitri]

I swear, talking to this guy is worse than that "diverse" freak we had a few months back who Ajaxed his cars.

:rofl

[Newjack]

I swear, talking to this guy is worse than that "diverse" freak we had a few months back who Ajaxed his cars.


Why do you think my name is diverse don't be confused it's not perverse

It means the Search....... is not ended
knowledge has been blended
the council of the elders I have attended
and learned that truth must be defended.

I am a true seeker of knowledge always have been and hope to always will remain so.

We learn by asking questions

A.S.K
Ask
Seek
Knock

ask and you shall be answered
Seek and you shall find
Knock and the door will be opened.

That's my excuse. whats your reasoning for bringing that to light?

You sure? (http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?12163-346-m3-vs-zhp&p=332577#post332577)

[Avetiso]

You sure? (http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?12163-346-m3-vs-zhp&p=332577#post332577)
I swear that guy is a methhead or something. There is no way drugs are not involved in that post.

[Newjack]

I swear that guy is a methhead or something. There is no way drugs are not involved in that post.

Nah he was a troll. Takes a troll to spot another troll. Good thing I'm on the family's side.

To steer this thread back on track a little, I'm gonna go look at M3's on craigslist and pretend that I can find something worth buying.

This was the very first thing that popped up close to me. This is my nightmare.

https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/45065965/Random/omgwtfm3.png

[Avetiso]

Nah he was a troll. Takes a troll to spot another troll. Good thing I'm on the family's side.

To steer this thread back on track a little, I'm gonna go look at M3's on craigslist and pretend that I can find something worth buying.

This was the very first thing that popped up close to me. This is my nightmare.

https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/45065965/Random/omgwtfm3.png
Car has kustom 20" chromes = $2000 don't lowball me if you ain't a baller shouldn't be looking at M3's, son. #stancenationbrosaucebbq

[OtterEffect]

Chances are you have probably seen this, but here's one https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/4620768062.html
Would be nice to have a bit more of a description though :dunno

[Hermes]

http://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/cto/4619979537.html

[az3579]

http://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/cto/4619979537.html

Oh... Em... Gee...
I do want...

[Avetiso]

Older than 2003, and I can't afford it.

[az3579]

Older than 2003, and I can't afford it.

Make... it... happen!!!!

[cakM3]

Oh... Em... Gee...
I do want...

Then quit flapping your gums and get it!

[Avetiso]

So I just got off the phone with this guy: http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/4625410605.html

He said he'd do $16.5k for the car. Hood and bumper have been resprayed and he said it looks perfect. However, he said that he believes title transfer will cost around $400 because the car has a Colorado title (which he explained to me). I offered him $16.2k for it. Gonna call around a few of my DMV friends and ask about it but I think I'm gonna move on this one. Love Jet Black, no matter how much of a PITA it will be.

[cakM3]

Good luck Dario!

[Avetiso]

Good luck Dario!
Thanks, Chuck.

[Rovert]

Another ///M buddy? Gonna have to make a ///Mafia forum. LOL

[mbeckel]

So I just got off the phone with this guy: http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/4625410605.html

He said he'd do $16.5k for the car. Hood and bumper have been resprayed and he said it looks perfect. However, he said that he believes title transfer will cost around $400 because the car has a Colorado title (which he explained to me). I offered him $16.2k for it. Gonna call around a few of my DMV friends and ask about it but I think I'm gonna move on this one. Love Jet Black, no matter how much of a PITA it will be.
This car may be too perfect Dario, after your past resurrection, time for round 2 with a ///M

[Avetiso]

This car may be too perfect Dario, after your past resurrection, time for round 2 with a ///M
Ha, it may be fun to watch, but trust me, it gets old quick.

[Avetiso]

Another ///M buddy? Gonna have to make a ///Mafia forum. LOL
Nah. As people slowly progress away from the ZHP (which is obviously the case), I think ZHP Mafia should simply evolve into something else. No need to start an off branch or something.

[mbeckel]

Ha, it may be fun to watch, but trust me, it gets old quick.
I'm sure it does. If you were closer, I'd love to help you out.

[Avetiso]

I'm sure it does. If you were closer, I'd love to help you out.
That would be nice. I've gotta say, it's a bit disappointing that I hardly have any local car friends. 95% of my work is done in solitude. Just me and my music.

[mbeckel]

That would be nice. I've gotta say, it's a bit disappointing that I hardly have any local car friends. 95% of my work is done in solitude. Just me and my music.
I feel your pain there. My headers job would have been smoother with someone else there. Plus, I have the ultimate set of tools ($25 - 30k worth of snap-on and Matco tools). We could knock some stuff out!

[cakM3]

Nah. As people slowly progress away from the ZHP (which is obviously the case), I think ZHP Mafia should simply evolve into something else. No need to start an off branch or something.

What are you talking about Dario? I'm not getting rid of my ZHP....no way! It will still remain my daily driver :)

[Avetiso]

I feel your pain there. My headers job would have been smoother with someone else there. Plus, I have the ultimate set of tools ($25 - 30k worth of snap-on and Matco tools). We could knock some stuff out!
Having tools is awesome. That's why I love living at home. My dad has everything. :)

What are you talking about Dario? I'm not getting rid of my ZHP....no way! It will still remain my daily driver :)
You aren't exactly a typical owner, Chuck! :) I know you love your ZHP. I loved mine.

But you can't ignore the signs. Over 10+ people have switched from their ZHP's this year on the boards. Many to the E46 M. Some to other cars. A few people have wrecked their cars and might not be replacing it with a ZHP.

I'm sure the ZHP has a place in all of our hearts and always will, but we are seeing more people leave than come. That's only to be expected. Keep the name for all I care, but this forum is becoming more general-BMW than it is ZHP-specific. And that's cool with me.

[Avetiso]

Oh, and I'm gonna make a confession. Rando, you've always been right about this color.
http://i.pbase.com/o4/71/504671/1/64612362.LljPbfUu.CURTISCH4.jpg

[cakM3]

You aren't exactly a typical owner, Chuck! :) I know you love your ZHP. I loved mine.

I never realized I was not the typical BMW owner Dario. I always thought that I had a lot of passion for the E46 line. To me it's one of the best designed BMW's ever...which is why I have both the ZHP and my ///M ;)


But you can't ignore the signs. Over 10+ people have switched from their ZHP's this year on the boards. Many to the E46 M. Some to other cars. A few people have wrecked their cars and might not be replacing it with a ZHP.

I'm sure the ZHP has a place in all of our hearts and always will, but we are seeing more people leave than come. That's only to be expected. Keep the name for all I care, but this forum is becoming more general-BMW than it is ZHP-specific. And that's cool with me.

Yeah, I see a few moving on from their ZHP's....most recent being Jon (Joop) who I never thought would sell his ZHP. Then there are some who have wrecked theirs unfortunately either while at the track or driving on the streets.....all regrettable. Either way...yes, I have seen them move on to other cars as well as moving on to an E46 ///M, which to me, seems a logical choice.

[Avetiso]

I never realized I was not the typical BMW owner Dario. I always thought that I had a lot of passion for the E46 line. To me it's one of the best designed BMW's ever...which is why I have both the ZHP and my ///M ;)



Yeah, I see a few moving on from their ZHP's....most recent being Jon (Joop) who I never thought would sell his ZHP. Then there are some who have wrecked theirs unfortunately either while at the track or driving on the streets.....all regrettable. Either way...yes, I have seen them move on to other cars as well as moving on to an E46 ///M, which to me, seems a logical choice.
You know I didn't mean it that way. :p What I mean is that for most people on the board, their life circumstances make them choose either the ZHP or another car; not both. You are in a great position to own both cars, which is pretty freaking awesome.

[yura]

http://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/cto/4619979537.html

No OEM strut bar? Never a good sign...

I suspect this car had been previously riced and recently parted out, leaving what you see here. And the black wheels? Ugh... Not crazy about it.


So I just got off the phone with this guy: http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/4625410605.html

He said he'd do $16.5k for the car. Hood and bumper have been resprayed and he said it looks perfect. However, he said that he believes title transfer will cost around $400 because the car has a Colorado title (which he explained to me). I offered him $16.2k for it. Gonna call around a few of my DMV friends and ask about it but I think I'm gonna move on this one. Love Jet Black, no matter how much of a PITA it will be.

Looks nice! Given that it's a Colorado car, make sure to check for paint bubbling/rust. And I'd do a thorough lien and accident check.

Good luck!

[Avetiso]

No OEM strut bar? Never a good sign...

I suspect this car had been previously riced and recently parted out, leaving what you see here. And the black wheels? Ugh... Not crazy about it.



Looks nice! Given that it's a Colorado car, make sure to check for paint bubbling/rust. And I'd do a thorough lien and accident check.

Good luck!
M3's only got the strut bar mid-2002. Still that car isn't for me; not even looking at it.

As far as the other car, the guy explained to me how that happened. PO bought it in SoCal and took it to work with him in CO. Current owner then traded cars with this guy and he never retitled it in CA. He's only had the car for 3 months. I've talked to him twice already and he seems like a good person. Has the heaviest English accent I've ever heard.

I will check out both things! My last car has some bubbling spots. Didn't like it one bit. But he assures me the car is cherry.

Nice seeing you around.

[cakM3]

You know I didn't mean it that way. :p What I mean is that for most people on the board, their life circumstances make them choose either the ZHP or another car; not both. You are in a great position to own both cars, which is pretty freaking awesome.

No worries Dario....it's not too often I read it like how you put it. That's all. I took no offense :thumbsup ... and thanks! :)

BTW.... the weather was awesome today and I still took my ZHP to work. Something about seeing a deep Imola Red with 35% window tint and lowered that I really love seeing when driving on a beautiful sunny day :drool I'm currently working on the ///M and until I mount my new 1x1 carbon fiber lip spoiler, the ///M will stay put in the garage :)


On another note, are you serious about the black ///M in Colorado?

[Avetiso]

No worries Dario....it's not too often I read it like how you put it. That's all. I took no offense :thumbsup ... and thanks! :)

BTW.... the weather was awesome today and I still took my ZHP to work. Something about seeing a deep Imola Red with 35% window tint and lowered that I really love seeing when driving on a beautiful sunny day :drool I'm currently working on the ///M and until I mount my new 1x1 carbon fiber lip spoiler, the ///M will stay put in the garage :)


On another note, are you serious about the black ///M in Colorado?
The car is registered in Colorado, but it is local to me. I talked to the guy again just recently. I am serious about it.

[yura]

M3's only got the strut bar mid-2002.

Oh, I didn't know that.

Hope the Carbon Black one works out for you. I know how frustrating car shopping is.

[UdubBadger]

Red on red! http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/4624073198.html

Don't do it, it's a jinx

[Rovert]

If you're going to chose SMG just make sure you have budgeted around $1500 to swap it to 6MT when something $$$ goes on the system. Anytime anything big needs to be done on mine, I'm swapping it and hiring my friend who has done the swap a few times on E46M's. He said he can do it for $1300.

Because of the cost, I didn't let transmission be my deciding factor. It maybe different for you if it's your only car though and you can't afford to have it down and out for a few days.

[ZHP Dave]

I feel your pain there. My headers job would have been smoother with someone else there. Plus, I have the ultimate set of tools ($25 - 30k worth of snap-on and Matco tools). We could knock some stuff out!

ORLY? I want the BB V3's, but all my friends looked at the space constraints, and laughed at me..

[mbeckel]

ORLY? I want the BB V3's, but all my friends looked at the space constraints, and laughed at me..
I have bimmerbrakes V1 headers, from research, much easier to install. But you can get great gains from either. The V3 supposedly give better gains, but I think it's a sales tactic. It's all subject to preference

[mbeckel]

ORLY? I want the BB V3's, but all my friends looked at the space constraints, and laughed at me..
PM me and I would be happy to meet up with you and show you mine.

[ZHP Dave]

I just may take you up on that. I'd like to hear it while the rest of your exhaust system is still stock since I won't be changing anything else out. I'm hoping it's quiet enough for DD duties. My S2000 is loud enough with the Challenge exhaust.

[mbeckel]

I just may take you up on that. I'd like to hear it while the rest of your exhaust system is still stock since I won't be changing anything else out. I'm hoping it's quiet enough for DD duties. My S2000 is loud enough with the Challenge exhaust.
Headers with the stock catback is plenty loud, but with the windows up, you notice zero difference in sound. It makes the car sound a little more "tinny" and definitely adds rasp, which I actually like to hear from it

[Avetiso]

Going to check out the car tomorrow, potentially. And purchase if it is nice and we can reach an agreement.

Wish me luck!

[OtterEffect]

Yesss! Hope all works out, cant wait to see this! Good luck man :thumbsup

[NoVAphotog]

Little too far away but looks really nice:

Posted on Mid-Atlantic BMW Classifieds on fb:

"Hey all. My e46 m3 is for sale. Need it gone fast. Yes SMG lol. I'm the second owner and have had it since March of 2012. Selling because buying a 5 series. All work on it is done by the awesome PY Motorsports. Car has 101250 miles. All new brakes and calipers and Inspection 2 was just done. Car drives great and has never had any mechanical problems. Never tracked or auto crossed either. It is carbon black with black interior and brushed aluminum trim. The trim is currently wrapped in carbon fiber. All the mods are very basic and tasteful:
Hamann style front cf lip
Umnitza orion v2 angel eyes
carbon fiber pedals
cf rear diffuser
top speed exhaust, section 3 only
varrstoen es2 wheels 19x9.5 F 19x10.5 R
BC racing coilovers
M3 CSL ecu flash
I have the stock wheels and suspension also
Asking 14000 OBO for as is with all mods or 12500 OBO without wheels and exhaust. Thanks for looking guys!"

15194

15193

[Avetiso]

Too far. Thanks, though.

[Pip]

Going to check out the car tomorrow, potentially. And purchase if it is nice and we can reach an agreement.

Wish me luck!

How'd it go?

[Avetiso]

How'd it go?
Thought I had already posted it. Weird.

Anyways, waste of time. Car has been repainted fully, and the paint job was not very good. Even my mom noticed it looked bad. The car seemed to be fine mechanically from what I could tell, outside of some whirring noise from the rear left which was either rubber noise or a wheel hub. Felt like the steering felt a bit weird, too. Almost grainy... it's hard to explain. Maybe it was in my head. No red flags mechanically from what I could tell, outside of the fact that it wouldn't pass smog because the ECU was erased. I'm guessing he was trying to hide a code or something.

Interior was pretty darn clean, though. SMG shifted nice and smooth. However, for the price, I wouldn't want that car. If it was $13,000, hell, I'd get it repainted. But at this price it isn't even worth considering. Guy was pretty bummed out, too. Seemed like he was stressed.

Anyways, just gonna know when to say no and walk away. That's the most important part. I'm just worried someone else will get suckered into that car, but I can't do anything about it.

[Avetiso]

I might head back out to the Bay tomorrow to check out this one: http://www.mojomotors.com/used-cars/bmw/m3/WBSBL93435PN61836?utm_source=craigslist&utm_medium=sfbay%20+%20east%20bay%20area&utm_campaign=598865

It's an interesting variant, to say the least. No HK stereo (win), no heated seats, no xenons, but it has PDC, sunroof, and electric seats. Weird car. It'd make it that much easier to build a stereo, though.

[az3579]

^^ No heated seats... doesn't it get chilly up there at times? That might drag you down a bit, but... depending on your tolerance for cold leather seats, probably isn't a deal breaker. Looks promising to say the least. The price is up there though considering the lack of the "important" options such as heated seats and Xenons, both of which I personally couldn't live without. lol

Seems like you're OK with that though, so looks promising. If anything you could use the lack of these "important" features to negotiate the price...

[Avetiso]

^^ No heated seats... doesn't it get chilly up there at times? That might drag you down a bit, but... depending on your tolerance for cold leather seats, probably isn't a deal breaker. Looks promising to say the least. The price is up there though considering the lack of the "important" options such as heated seats and Xenons, both of which I personally couldn't live without. lol

Seems like you're OK with that though, so looks promising. If anything you could use the lack of these "important" features to negotiate the price...
Nah, it hardly gets cold here in Sacramento. Last winter, the worst we had was some dry colds down in the high twenties and low thirties. As for the xenons, I'd just retrofit some lights in. Would be less complicated than the OEM xenon system and I can make the output better.

Assuming price works. No way in hell I'm paying them 17k.

[Avetiso]

Meh. Typical dealer "need to make $750 from each car" and I can only do $15,995. Pretty sure I can find something better for that money.

EDIT: I know I sound like a whiny baby looking at these cars, but if I'm signing under a loan, I'd better like the freaking car. :shifty

[cakM3]

Nah, it hardly gets cold here in Sacramento.


Sounds like Sacramento is the place to live Dario! :thumbsup

[Avetiso]

Sounds like Sacramento is the place to live Dario! :thumbsup
It's a great place to live. I just hope we get some real rain this winter.

[cakM3]

Yeah.....looks like the whole entire state needs a good rain.....

Not sure how I would deal with not washing my car every weekend though.....that would be tough....

[Avetiso]

Yeah.....looks like the whole entire state needs a good rain.....

Not sure how I would deal with not washing my car every weekend though.....that would be tough....
You can still wash the car; just can't let the water run aimlessly. Has to have an auto-off valve on the hose.

[cakM3]

I see..... good :thumbsup

[Avetiso]

I see..... good :thumbsup
Make you drag Botond along with you, as well.

[cakM3]

Make you drag Botond along with you, as well.

I think if BP was coming out there, he would want to go to the San Diego area...

I'm also not opposed to going to San Diego since I have lived there 4 years.....always loved that area...:)

[Avetiso]

I think if BP was coming out there, he would want to go to the San Diego area...

I'm also not opposed to going to San Diego since I have lived there 4 years.....always loved that area...:)
SD is nice. If you guys moved, we could do a mini-Mafia meet down there. Gary, JR, JP, us 3, Sean, Will, Iya... would be nice.

[cakM3]

SD is nice. If you guys moved, we could do a mini-Mafia meet down there. Gary, JR, JP, us 3, Sean, Will, Iya... would be nice.

+1 :thumbsup

[Avetiso]

Mystic Blue! Right up my road. 110k miles asking 15.9k.

http://sacramento.craigslist.org/ctd/4619374572.html

It's a dealer.

[cakM3]

Go for a test drive Dario :thumbsup

[mbeckel]

http://houston.craigslist.org/cto/4607887532.html

[Avetiso]

Go for a test drive Dario :thumbsup
That's the plan, but CL is down so I can't open it to check the address.

http://houston.craigslist.org/cto/4607887532.html
Damn. Why are they so cheap in TX?

[Avetiso]

Eh? http://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/cto/4625252194.html

[Newjack]

eh? http://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/cto/4625252194.html

3.91 lsd?

[Avetiso]

3.91 lsd?
Yeah.

[M0nk3y]

Yeah.
That would be miserable

[Avetiso]

That would be miserable
Probably.

Going to see the Mystic Blue M3 tomorrow morning.

[Rovert]

Yeah the stock 3.62 ratio is already high revving enough compared to the ZHP's 3.07. The only reason I'd need a more aggressive ratios is to beat Mustang Cobra's once in third gear! Don't ask me how I know...LOL. Or when you race and at certain corners you need higher RPM so when you downshift you're in a better power band.

[mbeckel]

Damn. Why are they so cheap in TX?

There's quite a few for sale here. A lot of verts though. I like that it's a late 02. Looks well cared for.

[Avetiso]

Mystic Blue car is trash.

[fredo]

Details, please ?

[Avetiso]

Details, please ?
Entire rear bumper was fading, peeling clear on top of car on the rails (typical, but still), seat doesn't move, interior is heavily worn, and that dealer is full of it.

I set up and appt. to see the car with them, I get there, and they tell me it's not ready? Why has it been FS on CL if it's not ready?

[Vas]

yeah sounds sketchy. Screw that.

[Newjack]

Entire rear bumper was fading, peeling clear on top of car on the rails (typical, but still), seat doesn't move, interior is heavily worn, and that dealer is full of it.

I set up and appt. to see the car with them, I get there, and they tell me it's not ready? Why has it been FS on CL if it's not ready?
Why did I set up an appointment if it's not ready?

[cakM3]

Mystic Blue car is trash.

Sorry to hear that Dario. Can't believe a dealer would advertise a car for sale on CL and then nave the nerve to tell you that the car you're coming to check out is not ready.... that leads me to think what else is not ready???? Yeah, you're better off passing on this one for an ///M in much better shape. Poor ///M :(

[Avetiso]

Why did I set up an appointment if it's not ready?
Huh? Your post hardly makes sense.

Sorry to hear that Dario. Can't believe a dealer would advertise a car for sale on CL and then nave the nerve to tell you that the car you're coming to check out is not ready.... that leads me to think what else is not ready???? Yeah, you're better off passing on this one for an ///M in much better shape. Poor ///M :(
Yeah, oh well. I'm not gonna buy trash, it's just the time wasted, driving there and bay half an hour each way... ugh.

[Newjack]

Huh? Your post hardly makes sense.

Yeah, oh well. I'm not gonna buy trash, it's just the time wasted, driving there and bay half an hour each way... ugh.
Simply stating from your point of view. If you made an appointment with them, why wasn't the car ready? Isn't that the point an appointment?

[Avetiso]

Simply stating from your point of view. If you made an appointment with them, why wasn't the car ready? Isn't that the point an appointment?
Yeah, exactly. Morning wasted. I was pissed.

[Pip]

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/cto/4627615778.html

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/4622912010.html

[mbeckel]

http://houston.craigslist.org/cto/4592431068.html

[mbeckel]

http://sanantonio.craigslist.org/cto/4627775998.html

In a word, wow!

[UdubBadger]

Dario you're likely gonna need to venture out a bit more. Nothing wrong with buying out of state of you get a PPI done and all that.

[Avetiso]

Perfect car just sold in less than 24 hours next to me. Wow you have to be fast. >.<

2005 SG/cloth, manual seats, no sunroof, 68k miles, 19.5k. I reached the guy 7 hours after he posted it and it was sold this morning. :(

[cakM3]

http://sanantonio.craigslist.org/cto/4627775998.html

In a word, wow!

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/RI%20Mar2014%20Meet/ScreenShot2014-08-23at30234PM_zps86b2496d.png

oh my!!!!!!!! :drool :drool :drool :drool

Dario you should get this!

[Avetiso]

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/RI%20Mar2014%20Meet/ScreenShot2014-08-23at30234PM_zps86b2496d.png

oh my!!!!!!!! :drool :drool :drool :drool

Dario you should get this!
Yeah that looks ridiculous. Oddly enough, my dad mentioned I should look in other states just this morning. Coincidence? I think NOT!

Anyone close enough to check it out?

[Avetiso]

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/cto/4627615778.html

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/4622912010.html


http://houston.craigslist.org/cto/4592431068.html
Mileages too high, or too old (has to vr 2003+).

[mbeckel]

Yeah that looks ridiculous. Oddly enough, my dad mentioned I should look in other states just this morning. Coincidence? I think NOT!

Anyone close enough to check it out?
But I found the PERFECT one there

[Rovert]

I could fly out and check on cars if timing lined up with my free time. I have special unlimited jet access around North America so I just book a flight plan and within 2 hours I jump on a plane. If you find something that you're super serious on I could probably take a day out of my schedule to check it out. Just have to arrange transportation from the destination airport to see the car and make sure the car you are interested in is fully ready to be checked out. Just let me know in PM.

[alexandre]

:like

[webster]

I could fly out and check on cars if timing lined up with my free time. I have special unlimited jet access around North America so I just book a flight plan and within 2 hours I jump on a plane. If you find something that you're super serious on I could probably take a day out of my schedule to check it out. Just have to arrange transportation from the destination airport to see the car and make sure the car you are interested in is fully ready to be checked out. Just let me know in PM.

How did you get that/what do you do for a living?

[yura]

http://sanantonio.craigslist.org/cto/4627775998.html

In a word, wow!

Yum yum! I think this one will go quick.

[Rovert]

I'm Batman. My Bat Mobile is just a garage queen. The ///M is my daily. Don't tell anyone!! Or else I'll have to pay you a visit. Shhhhhhh....

[Avetiso]

Texted the guy for more pictures. Maybe a last minute flight fr next weekend can be arranged.

[mbeckel]

Texted the guy for more pictures. Maybe a last minute flight fr next weekend can be arranged.
I'd absolutely love it if you got that car! It seems perfect, year, price, and miles

[mbeckel]

Texted the guy for more pictures. Maybe a last minute flight fr next weekend can be arranged.
If you do buy it, drive 3 hours east and give me a high five for a job well done

[Avetiso]

If you do buy it, drive 3 hours east and give me a high five for a job well done
If I bought it I'd be in a hell of a rush! But it is labor day weekend so I'd have an extra day.

[mbeckel]

If I bought it I'd be in a hell of a rush! But it is labor day weekend so I'd have an extra day.
Gotta love 3 day weekends! Seems like good timing as well

[rguti153]

Damn nice ass fuck

[Avetiso]

Hahaha, it's sold already.

Shoot.

[mbeckel]

Hahaha, it's sold already.

Shoot.
Damn the bad luck. I'll keep searching

[Avetiso]

Damn the bad luck. I'll keep searching
I appreciate it man. Its a shame in don't have the money in cash else I could move much quicker.

[mbeckel]

Here's a list that will keep you boys busy, no need to thank me! :thumbsup

http://dallas.craigslist.org/ndf/cto/4627096962.html

See if you can get pics.

http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/cto/4624130927.html

Seems nice.

http://dallas.craigslist.org/ftw/cto/4616902175.html

Love the color. Miles are right.

http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4620877394.html

A little closer to home, and beautiful

http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4571380057.html

I am a fan of the color combo

http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4613506472.html

Another great color combo

http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4593335050.html

Only 24k miles, but salvage

http://fortcollins.craigslist.org/cto/4563281278.html

Not too bad. Gotta look past the hack job done on the wheels.

[Avetiso]

You're a rock star, man. :wub

[mbeckel]

You're a rock star, man. :wub

Thanks buddy, happy to help in anyway I can. I have some peeps in Dallas/Ft Worth, and I can go up there in a couple weeks if needed.

[Avetiso]

Thanks buddy, happy to help in anyway I can. I have some peeps in Dallas/Ft Worth, and I can go up there in a couple weeks if needed.
Those ones in Denver are looking nice. Might call a few of them.

[mbeckel]

Those ones in Denver are looking nice. Might call a few of them.
I liked the Denver ones better

[Avetiso]

I reached out to 3 of the CO guys. Some nice options out there. Can fly out Friday potentially.

[Newjack]

Meanwhile in New Jersey

https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/45065965/Car/jerseywhym3.png

[Newjack]

Meanwhile in New Jersey

https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/45065965/Car/jerseywhym3.png

The M3 I'm looking for doesn't exist. I literally can't even.

[Avetiso]

Meanwhile in New Jersey

https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/45065965/Car/jerseywhym3.png
:rofl oh man. Can't believe that asking price.

[Johal E32]

you want a E39 M5 ;) ??

2002, carbon black 6 speed of course.

[Newjack]

:rofl oh man. Can't believe that asking price.

http://i.imgur.com/JKHTl.gif

[Avetiso]

you want a E39 M5 ;) ??

2002, carbon black 6 speed of course.
I'd have to pass. Gas guzzler. :p

[OtterEffect]

The M3 I'm looking for doesn't exist. I literally can't even.

http://i.imgur.com/vC9XvS3.jpg
bcus lack of sleep and minor relevance to above comment.

Seriously though, what people manage to post on Craigslist never ceases to amaze me. There should be a study called "Craigsology" - the in depth psychoanalysis of the prevailing rationale amongst Craigslist users.

[Newjack]

http://i.imgur.com/vC9XvS3.jpg
bcus lack of sleep and minor relevance to above comment.

Seriously though, what people manage to post on Craigslist never ceases to amaze me. There should be a study called "Craigsology" - the in depth psychoanalysis of the prevailing rationale amongst Craigslist users.

My M3 search in a nutshell

http://i.imgur.com/I0Svc.gif

[BCS_ZHP]

How about this one?
http://baltimore.craigslist.org/cto/4536213887.html

[UdubBadger]

Jesus where were all of these when I was looking to buy

[Rovert]

^LOL Seth

[Johal E32]

I'd have to pass. Gas guzzler. :p

lulz, yeah. It drinks gas unless you have cruise control set on the freeway. Even then 24, is pretty bad lmao

[Newjack]

How about this one?
http://baltimore.craigslist.org/cto/4536213887.html

That's a non updated 2003, and I've seen that ad relisted 3 times now so something has to be wrong with it. Although the dudes price has come down from 22k in the first ad to 18.9k

[Pip]

Jesus where were all of these when I was looking to buy

I know right. Lots cheaper and similar mods/maintenance.

[Pip]

I reached out to 3 of the CO guys. Some nice options out there. Can fly out Friday potentially.

Is your mom willing to fly with you?

[Avetiso]

Is your mom willing to fly with you?
Wouldn't really need it.

[Avetiso]

Talking to guy with the Carbon Black car. He has the PO respond to me. WTF? Let me talk to the owner, dude.

[mbeckel]

Talking to guy with the Carbon Black car. He has the PO respond to me. WTF? Let me talk to the owner, dude.
Any luck with the ones I found?

[Avetiso]

Any luck with the ones I found?
Reached out to three of them. So far, this was the only response.

[mbeckel]

Reached out to three of them. So far, this was the only response.
Hope you find what you're looking for bud.

[E_Rak]

Bit of a haul, but that mint interior though.

http://boston.craigslist.org/nwb/ctd/4609650370.html

[OtterEffect]

Bit of a haul, but that mint interior though.

http://boston.craigslist.org/nwb/ctd/4609650370.html

Geez only 18.5K.. doesn't that seem a little low for an '04 with only 60K miles?

[Avetiso]

Now I feel like an ass. Guy selling the CB has cancer and is in the hospital. Talking to his wife and his mechanic.

[Avetiso]

Bit of a haul, but that mint interior though.

http://boston.craigslist.org/nwb/ctd/4609650370.html
This car would be listed for 22k in CA. I hate our car market. >.< Pretty sure I'm going to have to fly for my car.

[mbeckel]

Now I feel like an ass. Guy selling the CB has cancer and is in the hospital. Talking to his wife and his mechanic.
Oh wow. I hope you get that one. Help the family out. As long as the car is nice.

[Avetiso]

Oh wow. I hope you get that one. Help the family out. As long as the car is nice.
Thanks. Obviously, it makes me incredibly uncomfortable haggling. I addressed that question head on, however, so there are no misunderstandings and I am not putting them in an awkward situation.

[Avetiso]

Geez only 18.5K.. doesn't that seem a little low for an '04 with only 60K miles?
YOUR SIG! Oh man.... beautiful.

[mbeckel]

Thanks. Obviously, it makes me incredibly uncomfortable haggling. I addressed that question head on, however, so there are no misunderstandings and I am not putting them in an awkward situation.
Which one is it?

[Avetiso]

Which one is it?
Carbon black on cinnamon in CO.

[mbeckel]

Carbon black on cinnamon in CO.
Excellent choice. That's a fantastic color combo. :drool

[OtterEffect]

This car would be listed for 22k in CA. I hate our car market. >.< Pretty sure I'm going to have to fly for my car.

Flying out to get it might make for one hell of a drive home ;)


YOUR SIG! Oh man.... beautiful.

Why thank you, sir.

[Avetiso]

Excellent choice. That's a fantastic color combo. :drool
Thanks. Although the circumstances now make me hesitant to put in my inital offer of high 17's... how the hell do you haggle with someone whose selling a car because of their cancer diagnosis? That's beyond me. Any advice, guys? I can't afford not to haggle, and I do genuinely feel that the car is a bit overpriced, but I don't want to upset them.

[OtterEffect]

Thanks. Although the circumstances now make me hesitant to put in my inital offer of high 17's... how the hell do you haggle with someone whose selling a car because of their cancer diagnosis? That's beyond me. Any advice, guys? I can't afford not to haggle, and I do genuinely feel that the car is a bit overpriced, but I don't want to upset them.

I think if I were in a similar position, I would do everything in my power to assure the current owner that the car would be going to a good home - to a new owner who will care for it and maintain it to perfect standards. Personally, I just feel that if I was terminally ill and had sell my baby, I would much much rather loose money and rest easy knowing that my car lives on in the hands of a true enthusiast as opposed to getting my asking price and selling the car to some d-bag. Thats just imho though.. :dunno

[Avetiso]

I think if I were in a similar position, I would do everything in my power to assure the current owner that the car would be going to a good home - to a new owner who will care for it and maintain it to perfect standards. Personally, I just feel that if I was terminally ill and had sell my baby, I would much much rather loose money and rest easy knowing that my car lives on in the hands of a true enthusiast as opposed to getting my asking price and selling the car to some d-bag. Thats just imho though.. :dunno
I suppose, but that depends on the seller. I'm certainly not going to approach him with the mindset of "you might pass away," but I see your point.

[Avetiso]

Seller said they are just looking to get the payoff. She will check what that is tomorrow. Car also has a SprintBooster and new sparks.

[OtterEffect]

I suppose, but that depends on the seller. I'm certainly not going to approach him with the mindset of "you might pass away," but I see your point.

Oh yea of course not! I didn't mean to spin it like that at all. I'm not an evil person :crying

[Avetiso]

Oh yea of course not! I didn't mean to spin it like that at all. I'm not an evil person :crying
Of course. I know you didn't mean it that way.

I need to tread carefully.

[Avetiso]

Sent me some vids of the car running and driving, as well as a few pictures. It looks amazing. She's gonna get me some better pictures and the VIN, and if we can agree on a price, I will be booking a flight.

[Pip]

Sent me some vids of the car running and driving, as well as a few pictures. It looks amazing. She's gonna get me some better pictures and the VIN, and if we can agree on a price, I will be booking a flight.

I hope you can find an agreeable price. Would be a great color combo and we'd need to get together for a drive.

[Hornung418]

OMG so supah happi fo youuu!

Sent from my GS3.

[cakM3]

Hope things work out Dario! Good luck :thumbsup

[Avetiso]

Thanks guys. I'm a bit jaded by all the bad cars I've looked at but I'm trying to be positive. :p

[Rovert]

This is the process it takes some of us to reach our goal. I believe there is always a reason for everything to happen to us. Whether it's to teach you patience or to strengthen you faith just a bit more. This is a numbers game and logically you and I know that there are good cars out there. We just may need to lift up every dirty mat to find that gem. Keep on trucking. The awesome part of this journey is that you're not alone.

Finding my car took three months and a practice of my faith and to drive a minivan for those months. LOL. It just makes owning this car I have now that much more special. And coming home tonight on a 12AM to 2AM drive makes that pain worth it and you end up not even feeling that past struggle. Everything is on the up in your court. Enjoy that journey harder said than done. LOL

[cakM3]

All I can say Dario is that my ///M was no where near what it is when I purchased it. I made the mistake of not waiting for "my" perfect ///M (Interlagos Blue/Black or Silver Grey/Black). I drove this car and allowed my emotions to take over and the next thing I knew, I was the third owner (wasn't even looking to buy an M3 at the time)...:) My ///M had the factory grey interior, which I found way too plain and ugly for my tastes... My M3 became my project car where I decided I was going to "build" it into the car I really wanted. So far, I'm on the right track and can honestly say that the car I now have is not the car I started out with. Of course I have poured some money into my ///M and it shows.

Depends on what you're planning to do. Are you planning to keep the M3 for the long haul or are you planning to keep the M3 just for a short time period before flipping it to make some extra cash and move to another car? It is obvious that in my case, I'm keeping my M3 for the long haul :) Anyway, the point is there are plenty of cars out there.....depends on what your short term and long term goals are for this car. Best of luck my friend on your search :thumbsup

[Avetiso]

we've agreed on a price. Exactly what I was expecting and she offered it to me, didn't have to haggle at all. Going to call my bank tomorrow and sort some details and book a flight.

[Vas]

The car with the 3.91 rear diff ?

[Hornung418]

we've agreed on a price. Exactly what I was expecting and she offered it to me, didn't have to haggle at all. Going to call my bank tomorrow and sort some details and book a flight.

Go, Dario! Go!

Sent from my GS3.

[Avetiso]

The car with the 3.91 rear diff ?
Yeah. Carbon black and cinnamon.

[mbeckel]

Yeah. Carbon black and cinnamon.
I'm such a happy guy right now. I'm happy that I can be that little part of bringing you together with the car you want.

[Vas]

You happy with the car ?

[Avetiso]

Go, Dario! Go!

Sent from my GS3.


I'm such a happy guy right now. I'm happy that I can be that little part of bringing you together with the car you want.
Thanks guys. Matt, I'm really thankful you found it for me. Much appreciated.

You happy with the car ?
So far, yes. Haven't seen it yet but so far everything seems to be right.

It just feels right man. All the other cars felt forced.

[UdubBadger]

Enjoy

[OtterEffect]

Thanks guys. Matt, I'm really thankful you found it for me. Much appreciated.

So far, yes. Haven't seen it yet but so far everything seems to be right.

It just feels right man. All the other cars felt forced.

Then it is. :thumbsup


Yeah. Carbon black and cinnamon.

ahhhh :drool so stoked for you! Can't wait to see this!

[az3579]

CINNAMON??? Wow. :drool

[Pip]

Stoked for you. Love this color combo and now you have me looking for interiors, but I can't change the exterior so easy :(

[UdubBadger]

Glad you ended up with 6mt. Just get ready to dump every penny you have into maintenance over the next year

[derbo]

wohoo!

[QC_ZHP]

CINNAMON??? Wow. :drool

My thoughts exactly. Good luck Dario.


BP....that sig :drool :drool

[Avetiso]

Enjoy


Then it is. :thumbsup



ahhhh :drool so stoked for you! Can't wait to see this!


CINNAMON??? Wow. :drool


Stoked for you. Love this color combo and now you have me looking for interiors, but I can't change the exterior so easy :(


Glad you ended up with 6mt. Just get ready to dump every penny you have into maintenance over the next year


wohoo!


My thoughts exactly. Good luck Dario.


BP....that sig :drool :drool
Thanks everyone. Congratulate me when I actually have it, though!

[az3579]

When are you flying out, Dario?



BP....that sig :drool :drool

:biggrin thanks