PLEASE help an aspiring E34 soldier (in TX)

[bimmerbooomer]

Hello all,

This is my first post, but I have been browsing bimmerforums, the E34 one in particular for quite some time, wishing on a 4-pointed star to deliver me the perfect $6.5k E34, alpine/black 535i/5 blah blah blah

Now, strapped for cash and needing a car to transport my lazy a@@, I am giving up on saving more than a coupla grand, the point being that from what I have observed, clean E34's start at around 3.5k, 2k less that I have.

I have been eyeing this one for a while: LINK (http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.jsp?ct=u&car_id=256837715&dealer_id=581472&car_year=1989&rdm=1262757604724&lastStartYear=1981&model=&num_records=25&systime=&make2=&highlightFirstMakeModel=&start_year=1981&keywordsfyc=&keywordsrep=&engine=&certified=&body_code=0&fuel=&awsp=false&search_type=both&distance=0&marketZipError=false&search_lang=en&showZipError=n&make=BMW&keywords_display=&color=&page_location=findacar%3A%3Aispsearchform&min_price=&drive=&default_sort=yearASC&seller_type=b&max_mileage=&style_flag=1&sort_type=yearASC&address=11235&advanced=y&end_year=1995&doors=&transmission=Manual&max_price=&cardist=1411&standard=false)

Called the guy today, he says it has 280k (!) on the clock. The interior does not show it, even though I can spy the door trim peeling off.
Now, @ 280k, engine and trans, I am assuming, are gone or on their last breath, not even talking about suspension.

Its not drivable (for a reason I would have to doublecheck tmrw), so a BMW inspection at a dealer is not possible :(
No maintenance records, and I am 1000 miles away from Pasadena, TX so can't test it.
So my only choice is to ask the dealer to fix the problem, and then have it inspected (?), which seems like a longshot.

Now, please I ask you kindly to sort me the f@#$ out.
1. How bad is 280k?
2. Is it possible to check for rebuilt motor/tranny?
3. Do you think the dealer would roll with fixing it and taking it to the stealership?
4. Most importantly: WOULD ANY ONE OF YOU KIND SOULS IN TeXaS BE ABLE TO TAKE A LOOK AT IT FOR ME? Kindness does not go unrewarded, at least with me.
5. Please, if possible point me in the direction of any other decent shape E34 w/manual.

Thanks in advance, please help a kindred soul out!! :D

[renegadeforce]

where in nyc you at

[bimmerbooomer]

718 brooklyn :D You?

Ideas on the E34 ab-bo-bove /\ /\ ??



EDIT:
Where in queens?

[renegadeforce]

well theres one im gonna look into for one of the other members tomorrow hopefully. If the member doesnt bite or if it is worth it i will let you know.

Im from woodside. By corona, elmhurst, jackson heights, maspeth. Basically in the middle of all those

http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.jsp?ct=p&car_id=269128412&dealer_id=64637865&car_year=1992&engine=&fuel=&lastStartYear=1981&sort_type=yearASC&systime=&default_sort=yearASC&drive=&style_flag=1&body_code=0&seller_type=b&min_price=&color=&model=5_SERIESCLASS_SERIES&keywords_display=&advanced=y&distance=0&doors=&keywordsrep=&highlightFirstMakeModel=&awsp=false&search_lang=en&showZipError=n&only_photo=1&rdm=1262769881946&marketZipError=false&keywordsfyc=&search_type=both&transmission=Manual&max_price=&max_mileage=&only_price=1&end_year=1995&make=BMW&start_year=1989&certified=&num_records=25&make2=&address=11235&page_location=findacar%3A%3Aispsearchform&cardist=1409&standard=false

i see alot of good deals there on some 525i and a couple 540is some have maintenance records since new apparently

[gfycorp]

Hello all,

This is my first post, but I have been browsing bimmerforums, the E34 one in particular for quite some time, wishing on a 4-pointed star to deliver me the perfect $6.5k E34, alpine/black 535i/5 blah blah blah

Now, strapped for cash and needing a car to transport my lazy a@@, I am giving up on saving more than a coupla grand, the point being that from what I have observed, clean E34's start at around 3.5k, 2k less that I have.

I have been eyeing this one for a while: LINK (http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.jsp?ct=u&car_id=256837715&dealer_id=581472&car_year=1989&rdm=1262757604724&lastStartYear=1981&model=&num_records=25&systime=&make2=&highlightFirstMakeModel=&start_year=1981&keywordsfyc=&keywordsrep=&engine=&certified=&body_code=0&fuel=&awsp=false&search_type=both&distance=0&marketZipError=false&search_lang=en&showZipError=n&make=BMW&keywords_display=&color=&page_location=findacar%3A%3Aispsearchform&min_price=&drive=&default_sort=yearASC&seller_type=b&max_mileage=&style_flag=1&sort_type=yearASC&address=11235&advanced=y&end_year=1995&doors=&transmission=Manual&max_price=&cardist=1411&standard=false)

Called the guy today, he says it has 280k (!) on the clock. The interior does not show it, even though I can spy the door trim peeling off.
Now, @ 280k, engine and trans, I am assuming, are gone or on their last breath, not even talking about suspension.

Its not drivable (for a reason I would have to doublecheck tmrw), so a BMW inspection at a dealer is not possible :(
No maintenance records, and I am 1000 miles away from Pasadena, TX so can't test it.
So my only choice is to ask the dealer to fix the problem, and then have it inspected (?), which seems like a longshot.

Now, please I ask you kindly to sort me the f@#$ out.
1. How bad is 280k?
2. Is it possible to check for rebuilt motor/tranny?
3. Do you think the dealer would roll with fixing it and taking it to the stealership?
4. Most importantly: WOULD ANY ONE OF YOU KIND SOULS IN TeXaS BE ABLE TO TAKE A LOOK AT IT FOR ME? Kindness does not go unrewarded, at least with me.
5. Please, if possible point me in the direction of any other decent shape E34 w/manual.

Thanks in advance, please help a kindred soul out!! :D

280k isn't terrible but it isn't good. There are E34's out there (and on this forum) with 380k+ miles. I'm on about 230k and my engine feels stronger by the day.

suspension has probably been neglected, and you'll probably be looking at maybe $1k-1.5k in parts (depending on quality/where you get em) to replace everything that generally goes wrong (someone can jump in and say I'm off cuz I'm just going by what I roughly ended up spending on my pitmann arms and front suspension minus struts)

if you have a dealership replace engine and trans you'll pay more for the swap than you did for the car (probably by a long shot) but if you're handy and have the patience to look around you can probably do it yourself for like $500ish?

edit: also hop into the DIY section, there are awesome guides for everything you'd want to do

[bimmerbooomer]

Thanks for the responses! :cool


well theres one im gonna look into for one of the other members tomorrow hopefully. If the member doesnt bite or if it is worth it i will let you know.

Im from woodside. By corona, elmhurst, jackson heights, maspeth. Basically in the middle of all those

http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.jsp?ct=p&car_id=269128412&dealer_id=64637865&car_year=1992&engine=&fuel=&lastStartYear=1981&sort_type=yearASC&systime=&default_sort=yearASC&drive=&style_flag=1&body_code=0&seller_type=b&min_price=&color=&model=5_SERIESCLASS_SERIES&keywords_display=&advanced=y&distance=0&doors=&keywordsrep=&highlightFirstMakeModel=&awsp=false&search_lang=en&showZipError=n&only_photo=1&rdm=1262769881946&marketZipError=false&keywordsfyc=&search_type=both&transmission=Manual&max_price=&max_mileage=&only_price=1&end_year=1995&make=BMW&start_year=1989&certified=&num_records=25&make2=&address=11235&page_location=findacar%3A%3Aispsearchform&cardist=1409&standard=false

i see alot of good deals there on some 525i and a couple 540is some have maintenance records since new apparently

Yessir, used to work up there back in the day :)
That 525i has been sitting there for a while, I think 2.5k is a bit much, especially with what /the seller/ quotes as 2.5k in suspension/other work.


280k isn't terrible but it isn't good. There are E34's out there (and on this forum) with 380k+ miles. I'm on about 230k and my engine feels stronger by the day.

suspension has probably been neglected, and you'll probably be looking at maybe $1k-1.5k in parts (depending on quality/where you get em) to replace everything that generally goes wrong (someone can jump in and say I'm off cuz I'm just going by what I roughly ended up spending on my pitmann arms and front suspension minus struts)

if you have a dealership replace engine and trans you'll pay more for the swap than you did for the car (probably by a long shot) but if you're handy and have the patience to look around you can probably do it yourself for like $500ish?

edit: also hop into the DIY section, there are awesome guides for everything you'd want to do

YAY, major DIY work!! Generally Ay laike, but not right now.

Even though engine/tranny swaps are definitely on my list of things-to-do-b4-getting-married, I would def not want the hassle right now, especially since I dont have access to a garage anymore (nevermind all the other good stuff like mini-cranes, whatever their technical name is). Suspension work, I figure though, would have to be done to almost any E34 one buys with over 100k on the clock.

Thanks for the DIY tip, I have been browsing those things for ages so that I am well prepared to retrofit tsx xenons into a pair of depo smilies when the E34 does come

[moroza]

I have been eyeing this one for a while: LINK (http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.jsp?ct=u&car_id=256837715&dealer_id=581472&car_year=1989&rdm=1262757604724&lastStartYear=1981&model=&num_records=25&systime=&make2=&highlightFirstMakeModel=&start_year=1981&keywordsfyc=&keywordsrep=&engine=&certified=&body_code=0&fuel=&awsp=false&search_type=both&distance=0&marketZipError=false&search_lang=en&showZipError=n&make=BMW&keywords_display=&color=&page_location=findacar%3A%3Aispsearchform&min_price=&drive=&default_sort=yearASC&seller_type=b&max_mileage=&style_flag=1&sort_type=yearASC&address=11235&advanced=y&end_year=1995&doors=&transmission=Manual&max_price=&cardist=1411&standard=false)



Do I spy mismatched paint on the doors?



1. How bad is 280k?If it's been properly and consistently maintained, and some components were overhauled (notably: front suspension and steering, clutch, cooling system and maybe headgasket), not bad at all.

If it's been properly maintained but nothing beyond that, it'll likely be due for some projects in the near future.

If it's not been properly maintained, with documentation, forget about it.



2. Is it possible to check for rebuilt motor/tranny?

Documentation.



3. Do you think the dealer would roll with fixing it and taking it to the stealership?Given its asking price (and $500 off? That's a quarter the baseprice :confused), I doubt it but maybe. I'd avoid dealerships altogether here; get one from someone who's actually owned and used it.

[zubbie]

I'd avoid dealerships altogether here; get one from someone who's actually owned and used it.

This +1. Dealerships are fine if you are looking in the $8-$10K range as there is some room to bargain but with a car at that cost they just want to make a quick buck.

If you can wait a bit longer the deals will start to appear here as spring will approach.

[bdejong11129]

I will make this easy. NO WAY. there is no way that car is worth 1900.00 since it doesn't even run right, has a check engine light and is also throwing the Prog 1 code in the OBC(what ever that is), either way its worth about 750.00 in my book.

I bought my 540 with 186k and have put around 1k into it and that includes:

New front brakes (156.00 rotors and pads),
Valve cover gaskets, spark plugs (100.00 for both sides),
Upper and lower control arms (125.00 for all),
Door handle gaskets (35.00),
Trans fluid and filter change (75.00 total),
New motor mounts (85.00 for both),
New transmission mounts (22.00 both),
New rims and tires (450.00)

It runs perfect and is my DD which I put 80 miles a day on, minimum.

The lesson here is that I now have just over 3k invested and the car is tight. there are better ones out there, do not rush your choice. Find a private party and avoid the stealerships at all costs.

If you have to bring the car in to do all the work you should not buy the E34 as it will empty your bank account very quickly if you have to pay labor all the time.

These are wonderful cars, but belong in the hands of people who like and are able to do the work themselves (or have good jobs and can afford the shop labor rates :D)

The best thing you can do is keep asking questions. I will be more than happy to give you my cell number so you can call if you need the help. There are good people here, just be patient and wait for the right one, they are out there.

[Deviate]

Avoid it. Pasadena is WAY out of my "driving to check out a car" range, otherwise I'd go look at it for you. Either way, if you're in NYC, a $2k car in East Texas is probably not the best route to take.

Be patient and I'm sure something will come up closer to home.

My typical experience with E34s at small car lots like that is that they're usually massive pieces of shit. Poorly maintained, worn out suspension, worn out brakes, slipping transmissions, bad interiors that are hastily covered up by the dealer. Heaven forbid if one of the dealer's technicians actually got his hands on the car. There's no telling what he screwed up just trying to fix something. 280k miles on a not-rare/collectible car that's halfway across the country? Avoid.

[spinradical]

I'd definitely keep looking. I got my '89 525i, with 100K miles and NO issues for $2900 (craigslist) and I had to find a car within 3 days. I think I might have done better with a little more time. I am in a different location though.

[Elekta]

get this one (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1994-BMW-525i-Wagon-Touring-IMMACULATE-No-Reserve_W0QQitemZ230417561418QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS _Cars_Trucks?hash=item35a5f4f74a)

Just add in air fare to texas and gasoline and motels on the way back and you've got a fair comp

[spinradical]

http://newyork.craigslist.org/brk/cto/1536097307.html

[ross1]

"Strapped for cash" and an overpriced poorly/non running car that comes with at least a $500 shipping bill plus taxes and the usual dealer's hoo-ha charges? You'll be three grand into a $500 car.
NFW, really dumb idea. Go splash cold water on your face.
Find something close to home you can actually inspect and drive.

[IT Jedi]

When my last Saab finally "blew up", I was in the same transportation spot as you. I felt frantic about finding a ride but I've had money pit cars for a LONG time and knew that a cheap BMW would be really expensive and a hassle.

Take your time on finding the "Right" car and just find what you need for right now. ;)

[Sixdown]

To be honest, that car isn't worth much whatsoever. Don't risk it or bother with it. I've bought e34's for less than 2k in much better shape than that and newer too. It takes time for the right car to appear.

[bimmerbooomer]

Thanks for all the responses!! You guys are wonderful :D



If you have to bring the car in to do all the work you should not buy the E34 as it will empty your bank account very quickly if you have to pay labor all the time.

The best thing you can do is keep asking questions. I will be more than happy to give you my cell number so you can call if you need the help. There are good people here, just be patient and wait for the right one, they are out there.

I am planning to do the work myself. Thank you for the support man, I will take you up on your offer a little into the future.



Avoid.

Yesss


get this one (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1994-BMW-525i-Wagon-Touring-IMMACULATE-No-Reserve_W0QQitemZ230417561418QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS _Cars_Trucks?hash=item35a5f4f74a)


E34 wagon-a-lot? :D
I def would not get a wagon w/out a family and when I would it would be an e39 540i/6 or one like yours. Cheers!


http://newyork.craigslist.org/brk/cto/1536097307.html

Slushie!


"Strapped for cash" and an overpriced poorly/non running car that comes with at least a $500 shipping bill plus taxes and the usual dealer's hoo-ha charges? You'll be three grand into a $500 car.
NFW, really dumb idea. Go splash cold water on your face.
Find something close to home you can actually inspect and drive.

Yes, words of reason, thankiee


When my last Saab finally "blew up", I was in the same transportation spot as you. I felt frantic about finding a ride but I've had money pit cars for a LONG time and knew that a cheap BMW would be really expensive and a hassle.

Take your time on finding the "Right" car and just find what you need for right now. ;)

I will continue my search and dig into the infinite resources of the E34 community!! :buttrock


280k isn't terrible but it isn't good. There are E34's out there (and on this forum) with 380k+ miles. I'm on about 230k and my engine feels stronger by the day.

suspension has probably been neglected, and you'll probably be looking at maybe $1k-1.5k in parts (depending on quality/where you get em) to replace everything that generally goes wrong (someone can jump in and say I'm off cuz I'm just going by what I roughly ended up spending on my pitmann arms and front suspension minus struts)

if you have a dealership replace engine and trans you'll pay more for the swap than you did for the car (probably by a long shot) but if you're handy and have the patience to look around you can probably do it yourself for like $500ish?

edit: also hop into the DIY section, there are awesome guides for everything you'd want to do

What rims are those??

[Sam Son]

welcome fellow NY'er and that link you posted ...is a major pass even if it was free an M20 with 280K miles? id rather have swine flu...

there are better cars to be had even at that price...hold out for something better

[bimmerbooomer]

welcome fellow NY'er and that link you posted ...is a major pass even if it was free an M20 with 280K miles? id rather have swine flu...

there are better cars to be had even at that price...hold out for something better

Fellow Ruskiy as well?

Thanks for the advice

Edit:
I work in LI, around valley stream

[renegadeforce]

:lol-at samson

[bimmerbooomer]

What y'all think of this one? LINK (http://phoenix.craigslist.org/nph/cto/1540826867.html)

"probably needs synchro replaced"
True? or hard to tell?


Also, anyone in Santa Barbara? LINK (http://santabarbara.craigslist.org/ctd/1509102798.html)

[attack eagle]

I know you soldiers have heard of these things called maps. Challenging concept and all (see Pvt. Lynch) but Santa Barbara, in case you didn't pass geography, is in California. That is as FAR AWAY as it is possible to get.


Why on earth would you buy a car on the other side of the country, knowing that if something did fail, you' have to leave it on the roadside, cut your losses, and take a bus home?


Hell buy one from ATL if it has to be a southern car, have the guys check it out, then fly down for $60 and drive back. Otherwise, buy local or don't buy at all.

IF you are that pressed for time, buy a $600 toyota corrolla off CL (thats what I sold mine for!) and drive it for the next few months, you won;t lose but $100 max ,and might even make money. At worst you have a backup vehicle until a future e34 is in tip top shape.

[bimmerbooomer]

I know you soldiers have heard of these things called maps. Challenging concept and all (see Pvt. Lynch) but Santa Barbara, in case you didn't pass geography, is in California. That is as FAR AWAY as it is possible to get.


Why on earth would you buy a car on the other side of the country, knowing that if something did fail, you' have to leave it on the roadside, cut your losses, and take a bus home?


Hell buy one from ATL if it has to be a southern car, have the guys check it out, then fly down for $60 and drive back. Otherwise, buy local or don't buy at all.

IF you are that pressed for time, buy a $600 toyota corrolla off CL (thats what I sold mine for!) and drive it for the next few months, you won;t lose but $100 max ,and might even make money. At worst you have a backup vehicle until a future e34 is in tip top shape.

Well attack eagle, if you noticed I asked if anyone is over there, I realize its on the opposite coast. :shifty

Do you think a sorted E34 wouldnt make it cross-country?

[attack eagle]

you are the one who doesn't have an extra couple of grand in the bank... that is what you said.

Dude, I had a sorted car, and I STILL had a breakdown (right in the middle of Vicksburg Battlefield Park). Cost $500 to replace a $35 Idler pulley after paying for the Tow to the nearest BMW facility, 50+ miles away.

Basically, what you have said is
A: you want one
B: you can't afford one locally.
C: you probably can;t afford one at all, if you don;t have the 2 grand in the bank to replace the cooling system, trans or suspension... which ever one blows up first.


You need to be looking east coast at WORST. Better if you stay within 100 miles.

Do what you want, but if you ask for help, expect to get advice before you screw yourself. You are obviously very young or you wouldn't be thinking of doing something like this.

[bimmerbooomer]

you are the one who doesn't have an extra couple of grand in the bank... that is what you said.

Dude, I had a sorted car, and I STILL had a breakdown (right in the middle of Vicksburg Battlefield Park). Cost $500 to replace a $35 Idler pulley after paying for the Tow to the nearest BMW facility, 50+ miles away.

Basically, what you have said is
A: you want one
B: you can't afford one locally.
C: you probably can;t afford one at all, if you don;t have the 2 grand in the bank to replace the cooling system, trans or suspension... which ever one blows up first.


You need to be looking east coast at WORST. Better if you stay within 100 miles.

Do what you want, but if you ask for help, expect to get advice before you screw yourself. You are obviously very young or you wouldn't be thinking of doing something like this.

HAH, it is actually a habit of mine to break it down for others in an A, B, C, D, etc. fashion as well. So,
A. I do want one
B. There are not too many good ones locally, and I want a south/west car
C. I can afford one, just not an expensive one. I am trying to work within my (limited) budget
D. Yes, I am very young at a ripe twenty years; a realist, but also an adventurous idealist. This is why I want to take the cross-country trip, not because I want to save 600-odd dollars on shipping. Too bad some of us are so so reality-driven that they are bunched up like a pair of granny-panties.
If something breaks along the way, then f&$@ it, I will put it on a trailer bound for NYC and hop on a greyhound. But at least I would have taken the chance, you dig?
E. Yes, obviously I came to this forum to ask for advice and get help. Not to get told off though.
F. You drive a Yukon buddy. :buttrock -sarcasm-

Thanks for the input though, will you still be my friend? :rolleyes

PS- What the hell is wood trim for non-wood trim cars? Factory option? Accessory?

[attack eagle]

HAH, it is actually a habit of mine to break it down for others in an A, B, C, D, etc. fashion as well. So,
A. I do want one
B. There are not too many good ones locally, and I want a south/west car
C. I can afford one, just not an expensive one. I am trying to work within my (limited) budget
D. Yes, I am very young at a ripe twenty years; a realist, but also an adventurous idealist. This is why I want to take the cross-country trip, not because I want to save 600-odd dollars on shipping. Too bad some of us are so so reality-driven that they are bunched up like a pair of granny-panties.
If something breaks along the way, then f&$@ it, I will put it on a trailer bound for NYC and hop on a greyhound. But at least I would have taken the chance, you dig?
E. Yes, obviously I came to this forum to ask for advice and get help. Not to get told off though.
F. You drive a Yukon buddy. :buttrock -sarcasm-
G: I'm a nooB who has no idea who you are.

Thanks for the help though, will you still be my friend? :rolleyes

H: not 600, more like $1600. The quote I got back for a car from NY to here was $1000. When gas was $1.75 for premium. If it breaks, you don;t have the funds to hire a tow truck to deliver it to a shipping point, and then to hire a shipper to transport a broken car.

Buying a car is not about emotion. It is about preparedness and rationality. You are neither.

RE: your B: You need to wait until a member is selling a car, or posts up that they saw one. You need to buy from an individual, and you need full photographic records on it, not 2 pictures, and a list of all maintenance would be helpful.

I fixed some stuff on a nice 525iT that was sold locally for 3200, but I know the nose was hit and then it was fixed. I also know it was due for a grand in maintenance within the next year. I fixed some niggles on a servicemembers 535/5 he bought for 2800, before he had to deploy.

You just gotta wait. or buy a 525.

The WORST MEMBER EVER had no money for repairs, wanted ot nOw NOW NOW bought without a PPI... had one of the longest threads in history of the subforum... had a 540 that eventually got clunkered, and everyone here cheered

I bet a dozenmembers can come up with the answer... and we don;t want you to get into that scenario.

[Sam Son]

Fellow Ruskiy as well?

Thanks for the advice

Edit:
I work in LI, around valley stream
ahah no not a rusky

[janders211]

Buying a car is not about emotion. It is about preparedness and rationality. You are neither.
He is not preparedness. He is not rationality.



You just gotta wait. or buy a 525.

haha. I resemble that remark...at least mine was cheap and running.

[misswin]

The WORST MEMBER EVER had no money for repairs, wanted ot nOw NOW NOW bought without a PPI... had one of the longest threads in history of the subforum... had a 540 that eventually got clunkered, and everyone here cheered

.

LOL.

ohnoez.

i laugh every time i see a reference to that worthless dude.

[Carson E34]

check these out:

http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1375547

[bimmerbooomer]

You just gotta wait. or buy a 525.

I bet a dozenmembers can come up with the answer... and we don;t want you to get into that scenario.

I just started my search for the E34, so go easy on me. A 525i/5 would be perfect.

Good looking out though man! Also, nice subtle changes to my post without an "Edit" or "Fixed". So who are you exactly?


He is not preparedness. He is not rationality.


Exactly what ran through my mind what I saw that, LOL :D


check these out:

http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1375547

Thanks, both slushies though :(


ahah no not a rusky

The twin headed eagle on a red background confused me for hot second there :eek:, my mistake

[e34moneypit]

ohhhhhhhhh noezzzzzzzzzzz

[blizzak]

I just started my search for the E34, so go easy on me. A 525i/5 would be perfect.

Good looking out though man! Also, nice subtle changes to my post without an "Edit" or "Fixed". So who are you exactly?



Exactly what ran through my mind what I saw that, LOL :D



Thanks, both slushies though :(



The twin headed eagle on a red background confused me for hot second there :eek:, my mistake

There is 540I for sale around 74th and 17th avenue he is always parked near the corner.

[e34moneypit]

http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/cto/1541213098.html

I'm sure there are members in Philly who might be willing to check that out for you. Ditch those silly wheels and you can probly do pretty good. Looks to already have a drop, no rust, hmmm... Worth a phone call.

[bimmerbooomer]

http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/cto/1541213098.html

I'm sure there are members in Philly who might be willing to check that out for you. Ditch those silly wheels and you can probly do pretty good. Looks to already have a drop, no rust, hmmm... Worth a phone call.

So many upgrades, he can't list! LOLz :D

Thanks for the tip tho, will call him today/tmrw

Where in NY are you?


There is 540I for sale around 74th and 17th avenue he is always parked near the corner.

Also worth a look, thanks!

[SWS911]

One thing for sure, An E34 that has spent it's life in life in TX or AZ has little or no rust in the tub. You are wise to look for a straight southwestern E34, either M20 or M30 manual in my opinion. The rest of it can be replaced. All it takes is time and $$$, but everyone here alredy knows that. Good Luck and Good Hunting

[bimmerbooomer]

One thing for sure, An E34 that has spent it's life in life in TX or AZ has little or no rust in the tub. You are wise to look for a straight southwestern E34, either M20 or M30 manual in my opinion. The rest of it can be replaced. All it takes is time and $$$, but everyone here alredy knows that. Good Luck and Good Hunting

My reasoning too a T :buttrock
Thank you!