E30 M3 S52 Swap Temecula (Socal)

[jeffSDguy]

Here you go ladies and gentlemen.

http://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/cto/2344241947.html

[ak-]

My hard-on went soft when I saw the salvage title ):

[dubsport87]

wow, too bad its on the wrong side of the country

[MR 325]

My hard-on went soft when I saw the salvage title ):

Still worth every penny.

[ak-]

Still worth every penny.

What could you imagine the resale value to be if he wasn't so "desperate"?

[IxTech]

you cant afford not to buy this

[mcr_driver]

too good to be true

[misterTT]

Do any of the SoCal guys know this car or the seller? It would be great to know for sure that this wasn't a scam. I sent an email earlier today, but no reply so far.

Looks good if it's real.

[ak-]

I emailed him, because I considered it anddddd the reply was:



RE: 89 M3 for sale
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E Lum

Car sold tonight. Just pulled off CL.

[e34john]

Didn't get to see the ad.

How much was the car?

[ak-]

8,500 for a Schwarz 41k mile s52 swapped 89 M3.

[MR 325]

52k on the drivetrain actually. Car had 155k I believe.

[e46s54dr]

I also considered purchasing this car awhile back when I first say an ad almost a year ago. I emailed the seller to set up a time and place to see it in person and didnt get a response. This car has been posted for sale on craigslist multiple times over a long period so that leaves me a bit worried about what problems it may have hidden or even if its a real ad.

[garagewelt]

For anyone that missed the ad...

1989 BMW M3
Diamondshwartz (Metallic Black) exterior with Black Leather interior
VIN# WBSAK0309KAE33142

Miles on chassis: 155,XXX
Miles on engine: 52k

This car is my daily driver and is very reliable. It is clean for the most part and would make a great daily driver or restoration candidate. An expected addition to the family has changed my priorities. This is your chance to own an iconic vehicle and one considered to be one of the best of all time. Never thought I would sell it but I don’t have the time or energy for another project with three kids under the age of five.
• Over $10,000 in upgrades over the last five years
• Engine swap with a S52 3.2L from a 1997 E36 M3 w/41k miles and full OBDI conversion completed and installed in October 2008, CA smog okay
• Transmission swap completed at same time from same E36 M3 donor car
• E36 M3 steering rack with quicker turn ratio
• Full 3” custom stainless steel exhaust from headers back
• Recently replaced cat (10k miles)
• UUC Evo3 short shifter w/DSSR selector rod ($350)
• Recently replaced Tokico shocks x 4
• Recently replaced half shafts
• Euro BMW M Technic II Evo steering wheel
• Recently replaced front windshield
• Keyless entry kit w/switchblade keys in box included
• Paint is a 7 out of 10, had a respray done, could use a wet sand
• Tear on driver’s seat bolster
• Front air dam on bumper cracked
• No stereo installed
• Engine valve cover from an M52 engine for better fit against firewall
• Nakamichi CD-400 stereo can be included for an additional cost
• Recently swapped E28 3.25 LSD differential for better final gear ratio
• Recently replaced premium silicone windshield wiper blades
• (3) sets of wheels included
o (4) 18” M-Parallel replica rims
o (4) 16” BBS RS wheels
o (4) 15” OEM E30 M3 BBS wheels
• Car interior overall in good shape
• Passenger seat does not slide forward and back but does fold for rear passengers
• Electric window switches recently replaced and work
• Headlights are hard wired to battery (will stay on w/o key in)
• Difficult to lock car from driver door (can unlock car from driver side and passenger side works fine)
• New tires needed in the next few thousand miles and recommend an alignment performed at that time as well
• Complete OEM control arms (outer and inner) can be included for an additional price
• Began to remove the carpet to turn it into a track car but ran out of time, energy, and money
• Battery died about a month ago and hasn’t been driven since—needs a new battery
• Small tear in air intake boot
• Broke the hood latch yesterday when servicing it, hood latch cable is still intact and functions
• Salvage title due to theft recovery and prior accident. Vehicle has since been repaired with salvage stamp and drives straight. (Carfax included)
• CA and AZ Car, no rust
Priced reduced to $9,000 cash for a quick sale.

[ButtJuice]

http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/pts/2347225814.html