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3ics

12-26-2006, 05:15 PM

This afternoon on my way to work in my 1989 325i, I rear-ended a BMW X5. I usally do not take my e30 out, but today I figured the sun was out and to take it for a ride. I know I am going to be sore tomorrow...

Long story short - the driver's side quarter panel, hood, bumper, radiator, front supports are damaged (I will try to post pics tonight). It was leaking the radiator fluid all over so....

I bought the car for $1,000 - do I part it and call it a day or try to repair it? I had it looked at Motorsport Recycling two months ago and they recommended to replace the timing belt and suspension components. He gave the car a thumbs up and told me it looks like I had a good little car.

I'm torn - I only pay liability on the car because it seemed to me insurance would total the car anyway. Any feedback would be appreciated.
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GODJESUS

12-26-2006, 05:17 PM

ohh man, that sucks, if you part it out you may be able to make some $ back, so no worries! Pics of damage?

atl530i

12-26-2006, 05:22 PM

That sucks. Part it out and buy yourself another E30.

mikese36

12-26-2006, 05:58 PM

That sucks. Part it out and buy yourself another E30.+1

BMWALDO

12-26-2006, 06:01 PM

That sucks. Part it out and buy yourself another E30.

Only way to go.

3ics

12-29-2006, 05:21 PM

littlejohn

12-29-2006, 05:32 PM

Bump for pictures - any opinions? I have it listed in the For Sale section...

Still torn if I try to fix it or just sell it...

Trying to find another e30 the last few days has been tough and I just missed out on a GTI... Maybe that was a good thing and I can find an e30 in the next few weeks...

Looks like you have to sell your left testicle to fix it. Parting out is probably the only option.

littlejohn

12-29-2006, 05:36 PM

How bad did the x5 look?

Bravoaloha

12-29-2006, 08:17 PM

Bump for pictures - any opinions? I have it listed in the For Sale section...

Still torn if I try to fix it or just sell it...

Trying to find another e30 the last few days has been tough and I just missed out on a GTI... Maybe that was a good thing and I can find an e30 in the next few weeks...

I know someone who wants to sell an E30, Its 1986 325es sport
113,xxx miles
he wants 3,500 for it, I dont think its worth it, but if you are interested...

Bsaint

12-29-2006, 09:23 PM

how much you want for the wrecked one...?

BMW750il&AudiA6

12-30-2006, 12:46 AM

sorry man

3ics

12-30-2006, 12:51 AM

Thanks for all the replies...

I have been looking around for another; that es doesn't really interest me. Thanks for the suggestion.

The X5 didn't look too bad - the rear bumper was scratched up, but it did not look like the rear quater panel was affected - but I wasn't looking at it, I was mourning my car... The driver of the X5 was trying to avoid hitting the car in front of him so he steered left - when I hit him, he scratched his rim and bumper on the barrier.

BSaint - I sent you a PM

Stück

12-30-2006, 10:00 AM

very much totaled.

STL Avus M3

12-30-2006, 05:05 PM

If you only have liability, the car is yours to do as you well.

I would just give MSR a call, Im sure they can give you some sound advice.

CLEANM3whipz

12-31-2006, 02:47 PM

:(

Just keep it and fix it. If the parts are going to be to expensive then either sell it as is or part it out. Anways good luck!

AndrewH

12-31-2006, 03:41 PM

This is your car? Saw it about elventybillion times on Craigslist.

Wiseguy ON

12-31-2006, 05:21 PM

Oh MAN! :(

That just sucks.. Yes, it was a very nice little car, needed some deferred maintinence done but it was a great car.

That just sucks :(

Bimmerista

12-31-2006, 05:39 PM

Sorry to hear....always bad to hear about an e30 biting the dust. :(

Chad H

12-31-2006, 05:52 PM

If you do part it, i'd be interested in your wheel centercaps

atl530i

12-31-2006, 08:17 PM

Get another E30 and part that one out. That really sucks though.

3ics

01-01-2007, 12:24 AM

Yes - this was the one posted on CL/NJ. I was trying to get rid it quickly. Oh well... Been hunting and missed an 87 325is by an hour. I called and the guy had someone coming out first thing yesterday morning.

Found 2 e30s but they are autotragic and that just does not appeal....

Happy New Year !

UmmYeahOk

01-03-2007, 01:00 AM

Was the door messed up before or after the wreck?

Since it was only a $1,000 I would just part it out. Unless you have a real strong likeness to that EXACT car (exact VIN) I would just total it out.

The other option is finding another e30 $1,000 or less, buying it to restore your own, and then parting out whatevers left. Unless you magically find everything you need at one junk yard

CVGTURBO86

01-03-2007, 01:09 AM

damn, sorry to hear that man. goodluck with the car. IMO i would get it fixed it it holds any sort of sentimental value