2006 330Ci 60K miles White/Black $15k

[DatZHP]

Hey guys... im basically ripping my hair out looking at this one. Just came across it and I really wish it wasnt white, otherwise i would be all over it since im still looking. Heres the link: https://delaware.craigslist.org/cto/d/2006-bmw-330ci-with-zhp/6575356736.html

Sigh, I know someone here will be interested in it for sure though.

[webster]

Wow. Looks amazing.

[DatZHP]

Wow. Looks amazing.

Everything about this car is exactly what im looking for, hell, the car is even 30 minutes from where i live. Just the color is the issue to me... Im very... very tempted to just get this one and get it painted a different color(Yes, ill probably get flak just for saying this).

[ZHPizza]

Why no white? It's beautiful on these cars.

Alcantara + no pic that shows the driver's bolster = yellow flag

[DatZHP]

Why no white? It's beautiful on these cars.

Alcantara + no pic that shows the driver's bolster = yellow flag

Eh, to me its the exact opposite, I think the Grey or the Black makes these cars look beautiful.

[d-rod]

This is amazing, I see no red flags here. Price is reasonable as well, I would buy this if it was an option for me.

[webster]

There's a picture of the driver's side bolster. 8th pic from the end. Looks pristine.

[BMWCurves]

My own take:

Price: Pretty much spot on, and worth the price of admission, IMO. It is exceedingly rare to find a one owner car, manual, <60k miles, in (what appears to be) very good condition.
Color: If you don't like white, you don't like white. Almost every other person will tell you it is a fantastic color for the car and you'll be sure to get compliments on it. If you don't like it, you could go for the less expensive route and get a wrap, or go full tilt and paint it. But if you purchased this car, I'd say keep it as is for a few months and see if it grows on you. Alpine White is one of my favorite colors for this car. My only personal complaint is I'm not a huge fan of the pinstripe in the side, but 99% of people aren't bothered by it. I'm just picky.
Condition: Telltale signs of wear are pretty darn good. The front bumper doesn't appear to have scratch marks underneath or on the "fins" on the sides. The rear bumper appears to be free of any dents or scratches from "Philadelphia parking" love taps while parallel parking. The interior looks pretty darn clean, and if you like Alcantara, well you've got a great car.

Take this car and run!

[d-rod]

My own take:

Price: Pretty much spot on, and worth the price of admission, IMO. It is exceedingly rare to find a one owner car, manual, <60k miles, in (what appears to be) very good condition.
Color: If you don't like white, you don't like white. Almost every other person will tell you it is a fantastic color for the car and you'll be sure to get compliments on it. If you don't like it, you could go for the less expensive route and get a wrap, or go full tilt and paint it. But if you purchased this car, I'd say keep it as is for a few months and see if it grows on you. Alpine White is one of my favorite colors for this car. My only personal complaint is I'm not a huge fan of the pinstripe in the side, but 99% of people aren't bothered by it. I'm just picky.
Condition: Telltale signs of wear are pretty darn good. The front bumper doesn't appear to have scratch marks underneath or on the "fins" on the sides. The rear bumper appears to be free of any dents or scratches from "Philadelphia parking" love taps while parallel parking. The interior looks pretty darn clean, and if you like Alcantara, well you've got a great car.

Take this car and run!

I agree with this, OP the white might grow on you, but do not repaint! Wrap it if you have to, but this is as clean and reasonably priced as it is going to get. Also, 1 owner is a huge plus and is local to you.

[DatZHP]

My own take:

Price: Pretty much spot on, and worth the price of admission, IMO. It is exceedingly rare to find a one owner car, manual, <60k miles, in (what appears to be) very good condition.
Color: If you don't like white, you don't like white. Almost every other person will tell you it is a fantastic color for the car and you'll be sure to get compliments on it. If you don't like it, you could go for the less expensive route and get a wrap, or go full tilt and paint it. But if you purchased this car, I'd say keep it as is for a few months and see if it grows on you. Alpine White is one of my favorite colors for this car. My only personal complaint is I'm not a huge fan of the pinstripe in the side, but 99% of people aren't bothered by it. I'm just picky.
Condition: Telltale signs of wear are pretty darn good. The front bumper doesn't appear to have scratch marks underneath or on the "fins" on the sides. The rear bumper appears to be free of any dents or scratches from "Philadelphia parking" love taps while parallel parking. The interior looks pretty darn clean, and if you like Alcantara, well you've got a great car.

Take this car and run!

Yeah, i spoke to a coworker of mine today who also likes ZHPs and he said to go for it. Ive already sent him an email, just hoping he knows how to use craigslist and actually replies. Im looking to keep this for the long run, so he said this will be a great choice. Here's to hoping the guy will respond. :biggrin

[DatZHP]

yeah, i was already playing with the idea of getting a wrap on it. So ill go with that, thanks for the advice guys. Ive already sent an email out to the guy since he didnt leave a number.

[Yelkos]

beautiful, WOW:jawdrop

the pinestrip will make it go extra fast, just ask ZHPizza

[ZHPizza]

beautiful, WOW:jawdrop

the pinestrip will make it go extra fast, just ask ZHPizzaDamn right!

OP, I absolutely hated the color of my car when I bought it. I mean, pure, unbridled hatred for the stupid ass red.

It took almost a year but now I like it a lot. It's still stupid, but endearing.

[DatZHP]

Damn right!

OP, I absolutely hated the color of my car when I bought it. I mean, pure, unbridled hatred for the stupid ass red.

It took almost a year but now I like it a lot. It's still stupid, but endearing.

Lol, That hatred youre mentioning... thats exactly what im feeling when looking at the color. But im not going to let it stop me now, im committed to this one. I hope they reply.

[az3579]

I disagree with those who say "buy it and see if it'll grow on you". If you're spending that kind of cash (because that is a super premium price), you should LOVE ​it right out the gate. I always tell people: Don't compromise, buy what you want and not what's convenient. It may take longer, but you'll be glad you did.

[d-rod]

beautiful, WOW:jawdrop

the pinestrip will make it go extra fast, just ask ZHPizza

I'm 99% sure the pinstripe is not painted on guys. It should be easily removable, like you would a decal.

[az3579]

I'm 99% sure the pinstripe is not painted on guys. It should be easily removable, like you would a decal.

That's a precarious assumption, because every ZHP I've seen in person (3, to be precise) with a pinstripe had it painted on. Charlie spent a ridiculous amount of time trying to detail it out of his ZHP (absolutely hates pinstripes) and even after all is said and done, you can still see the outline of it if i you look close enough. It may be worth asking the seller for a definitive answer.

[webster]

i've said it before but an Alpine/Alcantara 6MT coupe is my favorite options combo for the ZHP, and this thing is loaded. even has the rear power sunshade. you could eat off those seats...er engine bay.

[d-rod]

That's a precarious assumption, because every ZHP I've seen in person (3, to be precise) with a pinstripe had it painted on. Charlie spent a ridiculous amount of time trying to detail it out of his ZHP (absolutely hates pinstripes) and even after all is said and done, you can still see the outline of it if i you look close enough. It may be worth asking the seller for a definitive answer.

I see, I live in the west coast and the very few vehicles that had dealer installed pinstripes are just the adhesive application type.


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[az3579]

I see, I live in the west coast and the very few vehicles that had dealer installed pinstripes are just the adhesive application type.


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Lucky!
I think it looks fine with the black pinstripe. But, I am a constrast ho, so that'll do it. :)

[ZHPizza]

There's a picture of the driver's side bolster. 8th pic from the end. Looks pristine.

The seat bolster, yes. Can't see the backrest bolster in any shots, though, and that's the one that usually gets shredded with ingress/egress. It's probably perfect like the rest of the car -- just saying I would want a pic of it before driving more than an hour to check this thing out.

[DatZHP]

Heard back from the seller, scheduled to check it out tomorrow. ;)

[BMWCurves]

Heard back from the seller, scheduled to check it out tomorrow. ;)

Nice. Good luck.


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[KevinC]

If I were in the market right now, I'd be on that thing like a hobo on a ham sandwich.

[danewilson77]

Sold/bought?

Congrats?

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[illirep]

Bought by non member, who has about 6 other ZHPs, and I believe has Bruce’s old imola vert.


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[webster]

this was the nicest ZHP i've seen for sale in quite some time (aside from that $25k imola sedan that was concourse ready...)

well bought/sold.

[John in VA]

Buy this one & swap me for my silver-gray one! ;)