Heads up...selling my CM for CHEAP

[tynashracing]

SOLD





Been a while since I've posted. Been lurking here and there. Hope everyone is doing well.

I've made a tough decision. I'm selling my car. Actually, it almost feels like I'm giving it away.

If y'all know of anyone looking for a CM race car please let them know about me. I need to sell by the end of the year!

SOLD

S50B32 euro engine with schrick cams and Alpha N tune (23k mile engine)

Many have commented about the power of my car. It's a strong car...just never got the driver up to speed.:stickoutt

UPDATED PARTS LIST ON POST #22

Moton/JRZ motorsport triple adj. suspension
Lightweight flywheel
Brembo BBK
3 inch exhaust
Piper Motorsport custom cage
solid mounts everywhere
new front wheel bearings
new control arms
new tie rods
Crawford rear wing
Lexan on all windows
3.91 diff w/40% lockup
GC front sway
Vorschlag adj camber plates


You get the idea, there's a long list of parts that I won't get into now. Really, just a heads up letting you guys know that I need a buyer.

The car does need a clutch. I broke the pressure plate straps at Mid Ohio back in May. I was using the M5 clutch...didn't work out with all the new found power of the engine mods! lol

The front bumper could use a respray due to track debris.

Sheesh, I don't think I need to tell anyone what a great deal it is that I'm offering.
The catch...car must be sold by the end of the year!

I'll make an ad in the track car/specialty for sale section of this forum.

Any questions about the car can be sent to my email address:

kenarutunian@hotmail.com

Thanks for looking!

[99MPower]

:drool:

good luck with the sale.. beautiful race car

[jknopp44]

Wow....thats an incredible deal..... Good luck with the sale....

[UKRBMW]

This is a great deal. Maybe somebody would buy my Spec E30 so I can get this bad boy!

[jmitro]

i know you mentioned earlier you were considering selling the car.

this is a great deal.

[jknopp44]

Hell if I could sell my current "C Mod car" I would buy this one....

[luv4myE36]

Pics pleeaassseeee!!!!!!!

[EdP]

Hell if I could sell my current "C Mod car" I would buy this one....

I've had the same thought.

as a $25k "investment," this car will probably perform better than stocks over the next 2 yrs.

[tynashracing]

I'm taking the car off the trailer today. I'll post pics from past events and current.

Here's a link to my personal *mylaps* page. Please note, significant improvements were underway with the Roebling Road event.

http://mylaps.com/members/homemember.jsp


I finally hit pay dirt at CMP with a 1st in class and 2nd overall in 02/2008.

Car was SIGNIFICANTLY improved after the CMP event. This is when I took the car to Racer's Edge in Knoxville, TN. Karl and his crew went through the car and we replaced or rebuilt all known issues. I also had the Schrick cams installed at Racer's Edge and Karl did a corner balance.

Look at my lap times at Mid Ohio. I'd never driven that track. I was having issues with a light rear end under heavy braking. A key adjustment was made to the front low speed bump settings and my lap times were getting down into the top 3 range. It's a shame that the clutch couldn't handle the new found power.

It's obvious looking at the early days vs. the last few events. The car is a contender in the right hands. I'm very proud of what I accomplished. Someone is going to get a hell of a deal!

BTW, I never raced on a set of sticker slicks. Those results were with dumpster" tires. :D

Pics are coming!

Thanks for all the kind words guys! Those of you who remember me, I put a lot of my blood, sweat and tears into this car. I'm proud of what I accomplished.

[jcorbs]

Ken:

Emailed you the other day. Please send pics once you have them

[rebel1]

I'm taking the car off the trailer today. I'll post pics from past events and current.

Here's a link to my personal *mylaps* page. Please note, significant improvements were underway with the Roebling Road event.

http://mylaps.com/members/homemember.jsp

Password needed

[tynashracing]

Ken:

Emailed you the other day. Please send pics once you have them

Did you get my email? Yes, I'll get pics asap. I was hoping to get some today...but, it's not worked out. Hopefully tomorrow or Saturday I'll have some current shots.


Password needed


Sorry guys! OK, I'll give my user name and password for anyone that sends me an email or pm.

rebel1...I'm sending it to you via pm.

[tynashracing]

OK, here's a link to some pics taken during the May '08 event at Mid Ohio.

Car looks the same today!




Sorry I couldn't get pics up on bfc. The pics must be really high quality. I kept getting a msg that the file was too large even after I'd reduced the size down to 20% of the original image. Crazy!

[SG_M3]

Ken, do you have any pics of the cage? Does it pick up the front towers? Rear subframe?

[tynashracing]

Ken, do you have any pics of the cage? Does it pick up the front towers? Rear subframe?


Hey Sean,

Yes and yes.


Here are some pics of when the cage was finished prior to painting. I think it's enough to get a clue as to what Mitch did.

I was really hoping to get in the garage today to take more pics. I've just been too busy. Might try later tonight.


Sean, the rear cage was also designed specifically for rear coilovers...which is how the suspension is setup today. The third image captures what Mitch did. Essentially, the damper mounts underneath the car in the rear tire well. Not relying on the thin shock tower material.

Let me know if you have any other questions.

[tynashracing]

I meant to mention that I'm open to trade for a STREET car.

I think we all know that my car is worth a heck of a lot more than $25k. I've received tons of emails suggesting such thoughts. However, we also know that the economy makes it tough to sell anything automobile related right now.

So, I'm willing to trade on a RETAIL to RETAIL basis.

Retail on my car should be a minimum of $30K (that's still low...but the car does need a clutch and some fresh paint on the front bumper/nose). I'll assume that amount for a trade against your street car.

We could consider KBB (Kelly Blue Book Private Party Value) for your street car value.

So, if you have an interesting trade send me a PM or email and we can discuss.

Vehicles I'm mostly interested in would include:
BMW's
BMW E46 M3 (no convertibles)
BMW E53 '04 X5 4.8is
BMW E39 M5

Various AMG Mercedes Benz.

Porsche 996 coupe.
Porsche Cayenne S
Porsche Cayman


There are a lot of other vehicles I'd consider, so let me know what you want to trade.

Keep in mind, I'm not looking to write you a check. So, your trade vehicle's value needs to be within my $30K number.

For example: My car's value for trade is $30k

If an E46 M3 books out at $30k for private party on KBB...that would put us at an even trade. If the street car books for less...then I would expect the car plus cash.

Hopefully, that's clear. :D

And, this wasn't just for Sean to consider. It's available for anyone with a desirable trade. lol

[gobuffs]

Ken, do you have any pics of the cage? Does it pick up the front towers? Rear subframe?

Do I smell a trade coming on? Do it, we need more CM cars around here. We might have as many as 6 or 7 next year if you do.

[tynashracing]

Do I smell a trade coming on? Do it, we need more CM cars around here. We might have as many as 6 or 7 next year if you do.


Hey Bruce, I didn't get it until I looked at Sean's sig. You're right, maybe we could work something out?!

I'm open to ideas. These are times when the barter system might work really well for everyone involved!

BTW, I changed some of the wording as not to imply it was for Sean only. :D

[jmitro]

do i smell a trade coming on? Do it, we need more cm cars around here. We might have as many as 6 or 7 next year if you do.

+1 :D and convince tfro to keep his

[UKRBMW]

I have a Cayman I can trade, but it would book over 30K. Unfortunate, cause I really like the car and not too far away.

[tynashracing]

I have a Cayman I can trade, but it would book over 30K. Unfortunate, cause I really like the car and not too far away.


Year? Color and miles? Auto or manual? Level of prep?

How far away are we on the numbers? On ebay, they're all over the place on pricing. Seems a 2007 non "S" is going for low $30's. KBB has nothing on pricing except for the "S" model...which appears to be around $6k-$7k difference.

At this point, the value is in the eye of the beholder. If I've got something you want and we can make it work for each other...I'm open to suggestions.

Feel free to PM or email me any offers. I think it's best to keep the details private.

[tynashracing]

Here's a parts list. I'm sure I've still left off some details. Let me know if you have any questions.

euro s50b32 w/Schrick cams (only 1 race on new setup)

Alpha N DME

Roughly 310 rwhp

Homemade 4 inch intake

Moton/JRZ Triple Adj. Motorsport Suspension true coilover front/back (completely rebuilt both front and rear)

HyperCoil springs on all four corners

Custom Cage by Piper Motorsport

Reinforced rear subframe by Piper Motorsports using TMS parts

Front subframe was also reinforced by Piper Motorsports

Rear cage was specifically designed for coilover suspension.

Subframe tied into the cage

Bimmerworld Dual Fuel Pumps

Brembo GT 332mm front brakes

Lightweight Flywheel

M5 clutch (needs to be replaced)

5 speed transmission

3.91 diff built with 40% lockup. Only 1 race weekend on diff.

TC Kline diff cooler

All aluminum radiator

Euro oil cooler

Euro electric fan with on/off switch

Lexan front/rear and sides

Crawford rear wing

TMS solid aluminum motor mounts

TMS solid tranny mounts

TMS solid subframe mounts

TMS Adj. rear trailing arms

TMS fiberglass headlight intake and TMS fiberglass solid passenger headlight cover

New front control arms

New tie rods

Most if not all bushings have been replaced for race application

New front wheel bearings

Skinned front doors

Skinned trunk lid

E46 style front bumper cover (fiberglass...lightweight) Needs fresh paint due to track debris

3 inch exhaust with cat delete and no resonators (race muffler)

Fresh paint in 2007

Front splitter made from lightweight alumalite.

Ground Control Front swaybar (hollow...lightweight)

1 set of OZ Superleggera's 18x9 (weigh roughly 20 lbs per rim)

1 set of H&R 15mm spacers

Vorshlag camber plates

euro gauge cluster

AutoMeter Water temp, Oil temp and Oil pressure gauges

Functioning ABS with on/off switch

Cool Suit cooler and lines with mount

Push start ignition button

Rebuilt Starter with 1 race weekend

Battery replaced within the last 18 months...lighter than stock @ roughly 20 lbs

Parking brake delete for weight savings

Aluminum panel for covering sunroof hole. Work performed by Piper Motorsport. Really nice work!

Significant wiring delete. Practically down to only the essentials. BMW wiring retained for reliability.

Car weighs roughly 2550 dry

Vehicle was professionally setup and gone over this past spring.
A lot of work was completed just prior to the May event at Mid Ohio

Sparco Evo L seat (red)

Sparco steering wheel

Schroth 6 point harness belts...shoulder belts accomodate Hans

Current log books for both BMW Club Racing and NASA (vehicle has never failed inspection)

No DNF's

1 CM Class Win (CMP 02/2008)

1 NASA GTS 4 Class Win (VIR 02/2006)

Many class podium finishes

Engine internals have been kept stock (except cams) for ULTIMATE RELIABILITY.

If you've been looking for a fun, fast, reliable race car...this one is it.

[tynashracing]

Up to the top.

[tynashracing]

Back to the top. Got a few interested...but no one has *shown me the money*:redspot

D'oh, forgot to mention that the car does come with the AMB Display It system.

This is the real time class position, overall position and laptimes.

Also, the vehicle is hardwired with the AMB transponder.

I'm sure there's still more that I'm forgetting. :eyecrazy

[CP Louie]

This is a fast car. Ken and I were within 0.0xxx at Mid Ohio, and I have WAY more $$$ in my car.

Good luck with the sale.

Chris

PS I don't need another race car!!

[tynashracing]

This is a fast car. Ken and I were within 0.0xxx at Mid Ohio, and I have WAY more $$$ in my car.

Good luck with the sale.

Chris

PS I don't need another race car!!


Chris,
Thanks for the compliment! Miss being out there with you guys. The car is definitely better than I can drive now that it's been professionally set up.
I really wanted to get back to Roebling Road this year. I had so much fun last year.
Hope you have a great holiday season.

BTW, I bought my first bike this past summer. I purchased a 2002 BMW R1200C. It's the James Bond bike. First time I've ever owned a bike. Certainly not a monster speed demon that's track worthy...but it's been fun. I'd actually like to one day see what it feels like to put 2 wheels on a race track!

[m4f1a]

Not promising anything as I can't run a car on my own, but if I can split it with a friend or two, we may have something to talk about. What's the story with the chassis? Any major wrecks/bondo patches/other "issues"? Any spares that are available? Another couple sets of wheels would be nice and anything else to make it a "turn key" package. Also is there a trailer available?

BTW what did the car turn at MidO? Pro-course or the one with the chicane?

[tynashracing]

Not promising anything as I can't run a car on my own, but if I can split it with a friend or two, we may have something to talk about. What's the story with the chassis? Any major wrecks/bondo patches/other "issues"? Any spares that are available? Another couple sets of wheels would be nice and anything else to make it a "turn key" package. Also is there a trailer available?

BTW what did the car turn at MidO? Pro-course or the one with the chicane?


Previous damage:

In April 2007, I did have contact with a tire wall at VIR. Damage was mostly cosmetic. Front rails were slightly bent. The damage was done before the shock towers. $600 and a short stint on the frame rack got them pulled back into spec. Replaced both front fenders, hood, bumper cover, splitter, radiator, oil cooler and lines. Left rear quarter had a small dent that got repaired. Car received a complete paint job in GM Fleet White.

As for spares...practically everything on the car is either new or rebuilt. That said, I've got a spare 3.91 lsd diff w/stock lockup, fire bottle for pit crew and any other stuff that I can't seem to think of this moment.

Wheels: car only comes with 1 set of OZ Superleggera's 18x9's. Other rims have been sold.

I can certainly include an open trailer. 16ft dovetail. Hubs rebuilt and tires replaced within the last year. Homemade tire rack that will carry two sets of wheels (18x9's). Tandem axle with brakes on single axle. I can include the trailer for an additional $1000.

Mid Ohio times: my best time was a 1:37.5 (this was on dumpster slicks...actually a mismatched set of Dunlops and Yok's lol)

The thing about Mid Ohio, it was my first time, I was on crappy tires and didn't get the low speed bump setting made on the front dampers until just before the enduro.

Mid Ohio was more of a shake out kind of event considering the transformation with suspension and engine (cams/dme).

BTW, I guess it was the chicane setup!? Assuming that the chicane is on the front straight...that's the configuration we ran.

Also, if you need a tow vehicle:

2008 Dodge Ram 3500 Mega Cab Laramie Dually. Khaki beige with matching beige leather interior. 4x4, Cummins Diesel engine, tow package, chrome package, sunroof, power front seats, infinity sound system with blue tooth, sirius satellite radio, single disk cd, Dodge Ram Bed Rug. 12k miles. Excellent condition. Only towed with the vehicle 2 times.

$39,000

[m4f1a]

Thanks for the info. I'll see if it's in the cards. Would love to get another race car but the stars have to align first.

[tynashracing]

bump

[khissong]

Giving a bump. Looks like a car. All these cars on the market bum me out.

[UKRBMW]

Ken,

Stay tuned. Time is short with the year end. I'm still working on this.

[damnboy37]

Sweet race car man (310rwhp with only cams and a alpha N tune? Nice) , I wish I had an extra 25k to spare.

[khissong]

Bump. This needs to go back up front.

[tynashracing]

Ken,

Stay tuned. Time is short with the year end. I'm still working on this.


No problem. I will be in New York from Dec. 19th-27th. But, I will have my computer if you would like discuss.


Sweet race car man (310rwhp with only cams and a alpha N tune? Nice) , I wish I had an extra 25k to spare.

Thanks! Yep, this engine has been strong since the day I got it.


Bump. This needs to go back up front.

Thanks a lot khissong!

[tynashracing]

Back to the top.

[328ischef]

bump for racecars, it is indeed what makes the world go-round

[khissong]

Thinking. Is it still availible?

[tynashracing]

Thinking. Is it still availible?


Yes.

[khissong]

PM sent.

[rebel1]

Free bump. If you guys don't get on this, I will snap it up before the season starts.

Let me know if you need storage Ken.

[tynashracing]

Free bump. If you guys don't get on this, I will snap it up before the season starts.

Let me know if you need storage Ken.



Thanks Bruce.

I'm leaving for NY today. Should be there tomorrow...if the weather cooperates!:help

Hey, lets get together for some fun at GPNY. I'll see if I can work on getting some interest and be in touch. PM me your phone number if you're up for some go karting fun.:buttrock

Ken

[rebel1]

Thanks Bruce.

I'm leaving for NY today. Should be there tomorrow...if the weather cooperates!:help

Hey, lets get together for some fun at GPNY. I'll see if I can work on getting some interest and be in touch. PM me your phone number if you're up for some go karting fun.:buttrock

Ken

You're driving into a pretty bad storm. Good luck!

[JClark]

Ken and Bruce - Check the NY local forum. There's a group of SCCA/BMWCCA guys heading to GPNY tonight.


And free bump for a killer deal.

[Jay Mic]

And Ken, Bruce almost tried to sell me your car instead of his... there are a few nice deals out there... bbbump!

[rebel1]

And Ken, Bruce almost tried to sell me your car instead of his... there are a few nice deals out there... bbbump!

Tis True :P

[tynashracing]

I've had a few people recently inquire about buying the car without the engine.

So, I'll make it public...yes, I will sell the vehicle without the engine. Feel free to make offers.

For those that have asked for pics...I took a few snap shots of the front cage tied into the shock towers and will have them downloaded sometime today.

[Jay Mic]

Bumpity Bump for a car that should be sold by now!

[khissong]

PM sent.

[tynashracing]

PM sent.



No PM received.

[rebel1]

No PM received.

I sent you one as well, yesterday.

B

[khissong]

PM sent.

[tynashracing]

I sent you one as well, yesterday.

B


Got it and replied.



PM sent.


Kurt, got your pm and email. I'm responding now. :D

[tynashracing]

More pics

[tynashracing]

Car has been verbally sold. Buyer is supposed to pick it up on Monday. If it falls through...I will be in touch with those that I spoke with today.

Happy New Year everyone!!!!

[rebel1]

Good news for a lucky buyer. I was a bit slow on the draw otherwise it would be here, in NY

Congrats to all parties!

[Phoenix Z3]

Glad you sold it by the new year! What did it end up selling for?