RVAE34's Alpine goodness on ebay....

[EVOLONE38]

Thought I would share what I came across on fleabay, such a nice ride up for grabs.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/BMW-5-Series-525i-1992-BMW-E34-M52-TURBO-525i-5-Speed-3-46-LSD-WHITE-BLACK-343-RWHP-WELL-DONE-/160971714252?pt=US_Cars_Trucks&hash=item257aa96ecc#ht_1531wt_1047

Wish I had more money and less problems....

[RVAE34]

And it seems he went even further with it. LSD and new steering wheel.

[BoldUlysses]

Still kind of a shame to see it be resold so quickly. How feel you, Brandon? Did you know he planned on flipping it?

[RVAE34]

I had no idea. Never heard from him again after he had taken ownership. Doesn't bother me at all. Whoever buys it is getting an awesome car that was done right.

[longwayhome23]

I don't get it. So this was some kind of impulse purchase? :confused He buys the car a few months ago after presumably paying top dollar for it, gets it to TX from VA, and is now selling it because "wife wants an M3 vert" and he "can't keep everything."

Does no one just get smitten by a car anymore? Brandon built the car to perfection, got bored with it, and sold it to get another project going. This buyer gets it halfway across the country, adds the LSD and steering wheel, (talk about gilding the lily) and decides to dump it just a few months later.

My own car isn't anywhere near as nicely done as this one, and isn't worth a fraction of the money, but I love it and don't plan to sell it ever. Good thing cars don't have feelings, or this Alpinweiss would be in a blue mood.

[gixxerboy63]

Wow... can't believe its for sale already! I can vouch for this one if anyone here is interested. Worth every dime and would be difficult to replicate for that price. Would have cost less to buy than to build my Msports + I still don't have heated seats!

[RVAE34]

Thanks, Tim. Wish we could have run them against eachother.

My best guess would be that since the new owner doesn't do his own work, he might just not have felt like messing with it. I imagine if he took it in for anything, people were scratching their heads. It really was pretty simple though. And I built it to be reliable as a DD so it shouldn't have needed anything for quite some time.

[BoldUlysses]

is now selling it because "wife wants an M3 vert" and he "can't keep everything."

Sound like classic rationalization to me.

I can't really talk too much; I sold my 635 nine months after purchase when I told the PO I would keep it forever. At least I had it for nine months, though.....


Does no one just get smitten by a car anymore?

You'll be pleased to hear that after with each little fix I do on my car, I'm freshly reminded of a what a jewel the E34 really is. In other words, after my car repair adventure yesterday, in spite of the fact that the shimmy persists, it re-smote me. :D

[gixxerboy63]

Thanks, Tim. Wish we could have run them against each other...

Yea.. I know, right? Maybe we can hook up before Bimmerfest this year and you can drive it down some familiar roads to see how it compares to what you remember.

[RVAE34]

After I drive my new project car, I imagine I will tell you it needs more torque :D

[cochise325]

$19k and it has over 200k miles on it? Will take a very special buyer for that car.

Hey it looks nice, but that price looks dear.

[RVAE34]

That's what I sold it for..

[cddallara]

That's what I sold it for..
:alright

[thatonedood]

$19k and it has over 200k miles on it? Will take a very special buyer for that car.

Hey it looks nice, but that price looks dear.
Yeah, that is a lot for such a run of the mill 525i. :rolleyes

[gixxerboy63]

What was the rwtq on the alpine?

[cochise325]

That's what I sold it for..

You did well on your sale then. Well done. But can it happen twice?

[sse34]

I don't think you guys realize how clean this car is .... I saw her a bimmerfest east and am not surprised at the prize by the condition of the car

Obviously not something I would drop 19k on but if I won the lotto I would scope this beauty up real quick

Not to mention this car is posted as sale pictures in a couple magazines (bav auto) and on the retrofit source for there headlights

Just saying

[2800csguy]

Still kind of a shame to see it be resold so quickly. How feel you, Brandon? Did you know he planned on flipping it?

flipping?? at $18,900 purchase price?? please


I don't get it. So this was some kind of impulse purchase? :confused He buys the car a few months ago after presumably paying top dollar for it, gets it to TX from VA, and is now selling it because "wife wants an M3 vert" and he "can't keep everything."

Does no one just get smitten by a car anymore? Brandon built the car to perfection, got bored with it, and sold it to get another project going. This buyer gets it halfway across the country, adds the LSD and steering wheel, (talk about gilding the lily) and decides to dump it just a few months later.

My own car isn't anywhere near as nicely done as this one, and isn't worth a fraction of the money, but I love it and don't plan to sell it ever. Good thing cars don't have feelings, or this Alpinweiss would be in a blue mood.


yes--impulse buy.. as always.....as far as keeping anything? yes

'96 993 twin turbo for 15 years
'66 330 gt for 12 years
'84 BBi for 8 years
they'll bury me in my '57 Speedster

but I've already got 3 cars parked in the circle drive the E34, my '94 E500-owed for 5 years, and the RR...


Thanks, Tim. Wish we could have run them against eachother.

My best guess would be that since the new owner doesn't do his own work, he might just not have felt like messing with it. I imagine if he took it in for anything, people were scratching their heads. It really was pretty simple though. And I built it to be reliable as a DD so it shouldn't have needed anything for quite some time.

I've got the best mechanic in DFW IMO so the upkeep is not relevant nor the expense.....just replaced the ORIGINAL auxiliary water pump--the one by the firewall with all the hoses....only couple hundred for that....pulled the windshield and replaced the seal as original was cracked and worn...couple hundred for that...now it's fully sorted as is everything in my collection...the car was well done to start with.....

not the cheapest E34 out there--but one of the best..depends on what u want in your collection people....


You did well on your sale then. Well done. But can it happen twice?

who knows? yes seller got top dollar, but I'm not one to argue over a couple thousand if I want something....could always keep it as I'm not going to give it away and truth be told...it's a hell of a lot more fun than the E500...and now with the 3:46, it really sings in all the gears and stays on power all the time given the RPM.....

[87shark]

'66 330 gt for 12 years
'84 BBi for 8 years

:drool: Any pictures of these?

[2800csguy]

:drool: Any pictures of these?

lots of self-serving pics, but tried to post when bought the E34 and said couldn't add due to lack of posts.....is there a secret?

posting on ebay gives the most exposure and Bring a Trailer didn't email me back regarding posting....any interested forum members have several threads to read by previous owner.

[Steve547i]

Get more posts and host them on photobucket or imgur

[2800csguy]

but posting on ebay gives the most exposure and Bring a Trailer didn't email me back regarding posting....any interested forum members have several threads to read by previous owner.

[NikosX]

You have a 512BBi?

[2800csguy]

You have a 512BBi?

yes..bought from good ol Ed Waterman at Motorcar Gallery in Florida about 8 years ago...guess will keep posting until allowed to add pics

I'm 330gt2+2 on Fchat. there are several posts there of the 330 and 512

[K Fox]

lots of self-serving pics, but tried to post when bought the E34 and said couldn't add due to lack of posts.....is there a secret?

Just to be clearer than above - there is a spam control in place in the forum to prevent bots from plaguing us. It requires you to have a minimum number of posts (10 I believe, but it might be 20 - it's been a while) before you can link to pics or attach them. Also, it is preferred to link to a pic hosted on an external site, like imageshack, photobucket, or another like them. I prefer photobucket myself, as they include the properly formatted tags to allow you to copy paste the link directly into the forum, and uploading pics is instant if your internet connection is fast.

Fox

[2800csguy]

Just to be clearer than above - there is a spam control in place in the forum to prevent bots from plaguing us. It requires you to have a minimum number of posts (10 I believe, but it might be 20 - it's been a while) before you can link to pics or attach them. Also, it is preferred to link to a pic hosted on an external site, like imageshack, photobucket, or another like them. I prefer photobucket myself, as they include the properly formatted tags to allow you to copy paste the link directly into the forum, and uploading pics is instant if your internet connection is fast.

Fox


thx!

[NikosX]

yes..bought from good ol Ed Waterman at Motorcar Gallery in Florida about 8 years ago...guess will keep posting until allowed to add pics

I'm 330gt2+2 on Fchat. there are several posts there of the 330 and 512

My dad was a big Ferrari guy years back. Had a handful of 308s fiberglass and steel, a Dino 246, Lancia Stratos and a 78 512BB. Safe to say the Boxer is my favorite car of all time. My brother currently has an 88.5 Testarossa. Phenomenal cars.

[2800csguy]

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[2800csguy]

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[2800csguy]

My dad was a big Ferrari guy years back. Had a handful of 308s fiberglass and steel, a Dino 246, Lancia Stratos and a 78 512BB. Safe to say the Boxer is my favorite car of all time. My brother currently has an 88.5 Testarossa. Phenomenal cars.

yes...surprisingly reliable as well---not much fun around town though..they need space :)

[E34nication]

Wow. What an insane collection of cars. You've got great taste.

[MacLoGoS]

That is a beautiful car!!! I bet its pretty quick with the turbo.

[2800csguy]

Wow. What an insane collection of cars. You've got great taste.

thx also have '69 Mach 1 R code Wimbleton white/black and a beautiful '69 Shelby GT500 Competition Red/Black both concourse restored and very quick...the Mach even has factory a/c..not to mention Top Flight '65 Vette vert just out of 6 year bloodbath resto....a sickness indeed

[Leonator134]

thx also have '69 Mach 1 R code Wimbleton white/black and a beautiful '69 Shelby GT500 Competition Red/Black both concourse restored and very quick...the Mach even has factory a/c..not to mention Top Flight '65 Vette vert just out of 6 year bloodbath resto....a sickness indeed

I won't quote it 5 times :rofl

But THAT's what I'm talking about!!! We need more America muscle in E34 subforum!

[2800csguy]

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[E34nication]

Really appreciate how well rounded your collection is. Some seriously different personalities.

[2800csguy]

'71 Chevy short bed w/ A/C! fantastic
'69 Gt500
'59 Conv. D
'65 Vette vert
'07 Masi leaving to buy the '67 911S
'67 911s
'59 speedy in secret hiding place

[2800csguy]

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[2800csguy]

Really appreciate how well rounded your collection is. Some seriously different personalities.

yes wife has a couple of other terms.....love the hobby so get a little bitchy when folks question my integrity or motives........had the E500 for sale for a couple weeks, but the forum peanut gallery picked her to death so decided to keep !

[EVOLONE38]

A man after my own heart, loves cars, not just one brand or kind. I applaud you and think you should keep the E34 for the love of automobiles.
Long live the love of wheels...

Nice wheel collection you have, sir.

[2800csguy]

A man after my own heart, loves cars, not just one brand or kind. I applaud you and think you should keep the E34 for the love of automobiles.
Long live the love of wheels...

Nice wheel collection you have, sir.

had to tow her in to replace the auxiliary water pump and got the thumbs up the whole way...she is absolutely drop dead gorgeous...wish I could keep everything

[zubbie]

most class that's posted on this forum in a long time.

don't take the jabs too personally. We're a little jaded as far too often we see a much different client here....

[2800csguy]

most class that's posted on this forum in a long time.

don't take the jabs too personally. We're a little jaded as far too often we see a much different client here....

thx for the warm fuzzy....no bs from this seller

[mattdogg02]

Willow Bend area?

[2800csguy]

Willow Bend area?

Deerfield....

[Cheche]

Amazing collection sir! and best of luck with the sale of the E34, that car is absolutely perfect!

[2800csguy]

Amazing collection sir! and best of luck with the sale of the E34, that car is absolutely perfect!

thanks Cheche...appreciate the kind words..

[m3 bavaria]

Beautiful cars. Was your 500E the car that popped up on bringatrailer a month or so back? Also, out of curiosity (and if you don't mind sharing), who is your mechanic?

[Aradaiel]

I like that 500e a lot. Insaine collection of cars there, very well rounded indeed.

[2800csguy]

Beautiful cars. Was your 500E the car that popped up on bringatrailer a month or so back? Also, out of curiosity (and if you don't mind sharing), who is your mechanic?

yes that's her.......Eurosport Automotive in Plano...Kevin Smoot..an amazing man!

[2800csguy]

Beautiful cars. Was your 500E the car that popped up on bringatrailer a month or so back? Also, out of curiosity (and if you don't mind sharing), who is your mechanic?

yes that's her.......Eurosport Automotive in Plano...Kevin Smoot..an amazing man!


I like that 500e a lot. Insaine collection of cars there, very well rounded indeed.

thanks! I'm an old man....took a while to put together :)

[87shark]

Are you by chance looking to adopt a 22 year old sun?

[clevertd]

Are you by chance looking to adopt a 22 year old sun?

Just as long as it doesn't turn into a Red Giant

[m3 bavaria]

yes that's her.......Eurosport Automotive in Plano...Kevin Smoot..an amazing man!


Excellent. Then this is the second of your two cars that has tempted me to make the drive from Waco.

[Bimmerista]

+1 for Eurosport Automotive

I've bought a car from them & have used them for service. I've seen the e34 that belonged to RVAE34 out there a few months back.

[2800csguy]

flickr.com/photos/58808661@N08/show/ for current photos

you have to put prefix in address yourself thanks

[Hoolie]

Sweet car but that's alot of bread for a 525 tho..

[2800csguy]

wife's M3 vert purchased and on it's way from Oregon...if you're questioning the price and you're not a buyer- well who cares...if you are a buyer and are questioning the price---first read all info on forum and bring a trailer, then come and see and drive....will run away from my '94 E500 and probably your buddy's M5........will be happy to run her against anyone local that thinks otherwise..price reduced to $16,900.00 thanks..Frank

[kalevera]

if you're questioning the price and you're not a buyer- well who cares...if you are a buyer and are questioning the price---first read all info on forum and bring a trailer, then come and see and drive....will run away from my '94 E500 and probably your buddy's M5........will be happy to run her against anyone local that thinks otherwise..price reduced to $16,900.00 thanks..

You're asking enough for this car that you really should disclose the fact that a rear quarter was replaced...the high dollar E34 market is thin, this isn't even close to an original example (hey, I contributed parts content to it), but mint or not it's a pretty big thing to leave in the dark.



Bring a Trailer didn't email me back regarding posting....any interested forum members have several threads to read by previous owner.


The customer service side of BaT leaves much to be desired.

[bimmerd00d]

Lolvo owner :-)

Sent from DEFCON Brown

[gixxerboy63]

+1 for Eurosport Automotive

I've bought a car from them & have used them for service. I've seen the e34 that belonged to RVAE34 out there a few months back.

Not only did RVAE34 own it for (7+ years?) He practically build the entire car himself!


Sweet car but that's alot of bread for a 525 tho..

Maybe.... but when you consider how much attention and detail went into building this car and the fact that it will smoke M5's and Corvettes; it puts this car into a whole different league altogether. It's not your grandma's 525i

Worth every dime IMHO. $16900 is a deal!

[NikosX]

Not only did RVAE34 own it for (7+ years?) He practically build the entire car himself!

Maybe.... but when you consider how much attention and detail went into building this car and the fact that it will smoke M5's and Corvettes; it puts this car into a whole different league altogether. It's not your grandma's 525i

Worth every dime IMHO. $16900 is a deal!

You're still not reading all the posts in this thread are you?

[gixxerboy63]

know this car. I know Brandon. I have met his father and his car collection. Anything either one of these guys does is always top notch. Whatever damage this car previously suffered, I can guarentee that it was repaired to the highest standard.

You are welcome to build your own version of this car, but I also guarantee that you will be into it for far more than $16900.

[5mall5nail5]

know this car. I know Brandon. I have met his father and his car collection. Anything either one of these guys does is always top notch. Whatever damage this car previously suffered, I can guarentee that it was repaired to the highest standard.

You are welcome to build your own version of this car, but I also guarantee that you will be into it for far more than $16900.

My car had its bumper replaced, respray, rear bumper "repaired"...

Does that devalue my car? :rofl

[tak7]

I have always loved this car, it was my wallpaper for quite sometime.
GLWS 2800csguy

[NikosX]

know this car. I know Brandon. I have met his father and his car collection. Anything either one of these guys does is always top notch. Whatever damage this car previously suffered, I can guarentee that it was repaired to the highest standard.

You are welcome to build your own version of this car, but I also guarantee that you will be into it for far more than $16900.

I'm sure it's a nice car. But that's a huge piece of information to fade into the woodwork.




My car had its bumper replaced, respray, rear bumper "repaired"...

Does that devalue my car? :rofl

Not unless the car was totaled as a result.

[gixxerboy63]

Has the car been raised since the new owner? Or is it just the lighting?



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[hammy35]

Had no idea this car came here. Hope it stays local, but doubt it.

Fantastic collection.

[2800csguy]

Has the car been raised since the new owner? Or is it just the lighting?



just had all fenders rolled properly but she sits the same

[quote=hammy35;26040643]Had no idea this car came here. Hope it stays local, but doubt it.

Fantastic collection.

thanks!


Not only did RVAE34 own it for (7+ years?) He practically build the entire car himself!



Maybe.... but when you consider how much attention and detail went into building this car and the fact that it will smoke M5's and Corvettes; it puts this car into a whole different league altogether. It's not your grandma's 525i

Worth every dime IMHO. $16900 is a deal!

decided to wrench her up a bit and my mechanic discovered boost control not working...stuck at .08 bar have a new greddy controller coming Friday---then will put on dyno to see exactly what she can do!

[93FIM5]

So its in Plano now?

[2800csguy]

I have always loved this car, it was my wallpaper for quite sometime.
GLWS 2800csguy

thanks! wonderful car to blast around in---light on it's feet and as tossable as they come