Can someone explain why the price of a e30 in Europe is so much more expensive then one in the US.
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Originally posted by roguetoaster View PostWhat? That's not really true, but more normal cars like four doors are creeping up faster than those stateside. Additionally, remember that their first gen cars command a slightly higher relative price than our first gen cars, mostly for aesthetic reasons I suspect.
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Look in different places. Just like if one only shopped EAG or BAT it would look like prices are totally insane for all cars.
For reference, B quality tourings seem to be 3-7k, A- early sedans 3-6k, and A- late model coupes 4-9k. Then there are all of the lesser quality cars that can be had for as little as 300 EUR.
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Originally posted by Cosk82 View PostI Have looked a bit more and your right. But it’s amazing to see a clean e30 with 100k miles on it selling for upwards of 20k. The most expensive for that kind of Millage is no more than 15k in the US
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Another thing to keep in mind is that most e30s got killed by rust in europe and have been taken off the road.In belgium if any rust penetration is found on the body the car is red flagged by tech inspection and can't be put back on the road until it's properly fixed. This takes two visits. One where rust is cut away and partially replaced with a new panel so integrity can be verified and then a final visit when everything is welded up and repainted. In other words $$$/you really gotta like your e30.
The ones still around today in most of Europe (southern counties are fine) are either survivors (lived in garages their whole life, very rare) or cars that have had $$ body work.
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Originally posted by Julien View Post25 - 30 year old cars get a huge bump in price in many european countries as they often qualify for historic status and no longer need to pay $$ in taxes or go through yearly inspection.
Not just in Europe. We put Classic plates on ours and are then taxed @ $500
value. No emission testing after 25 years old too.1987 325is (Jenna), Love e30's!
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Originally posted by roguetoaster View PostReally?
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Originally posted by nineteeneightyseven View PostNot just in Europe. We put Classic plates on ours and are then taxed @ $500
value. No emission testing after 25 years old too.
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