How much did you pay? Future Buyer's Guide

[thesk8nmidget]

very nice!! looks clean

[the tech]

1997 318ti Active Boston Green, grey interior, 5spd Manual

mileage: 79,000 miles

paid: $6700

Condition: Every feature works perfectly, Everything original to the car was still present, included 2 sets of alloy wheels one with snow tires, Interior has no tears, small black stain on passenger seat, non-smoker, exterior is a little rough lots of scratches, and few gashes on bumpers, from 15 ft looks pretty good, only had one owner a middle aged woman.

[Borg561]

Sounds like a lot, even for that low mileage. Maybe if it were 100% perfect, but with the rough spots on the body, I would say $5000-5300 tops.

Justin

[themightyquinn]

I already posted pics and stuff over in the lounge but:

1997 318ti Base, Calypsorot-metallic, black cloth interior (for now), 5 speed

139k miles

paid $3700

She's in pretty decent condition. Everything works. The paint still holds its shine and sparkle but has some scratches, rock chips and a few (2 or 3) hail impacts on the roof. Nothing that can't be buffed out and finished though, so she should be back to looking like new in no time

[CKKrause]

Thought I'd add my recent buy to this listing:

'98 with 65k miles, Ascot Green exterior w/Grey leather interior...all in excellent condition. ASC-T, 5 spoke wheels w/brand new high perf. tires, no sunroof(yeah!!), Alpine CD , everything works great, even the speed control-$6500.

-CKKrause

[Maverix]

Year/model:1997 Sport
Date Purchased: Feb. 2008
Location: Killeen Texas, but I live in Austin
Price: $5,000
Mileage when Purchased: 150,000
Options: Sunroof, ASC.
Condition: It was in good condition. Clean seats, a few unnoticeable scratches and dings.

Mods: 6x9 Speakers, K&N Performance Filter, Carbon fiber Hood Scoop, Decals, Diffusers.
Future Mods: NOS (Nitrous), 17' rims, Spoiler, (if I win the lotto) TwinTurbo Charger.

[budget76]

Most of the specs are listed in the sig. I have had a couple cooling system problems, and have cleaned it up a lot. In all so far, i've put about $250 into it for maintenence and repairs. Paid $2750 for it. It does have it's querks, but I knew that when I bought it, and it's a great buy for the price.

[bwjulson]

I have an Alpine white '96 318ti with the "Active" package. Options included the onboard trip computer, sunroof, remote keyless entry, and the Alpine 6-CD sound system with 10 speakers. It has the 5-speed manual transmission, and color-keyed rocker panels. I bought the car in 2003 with 56,000 miles on it in Coronado CA for only $9,200. I have kept the car bone-stock except for a K&N air filter which was already there. . . It's a hoot to drive, too. The car now has 125,000 mile on it, and has NEVER had single mechanical malfunction of any kind! It still has the same radiator, water pump and head gasket, power steering pump and rack, same clutch, fuel pump, alternator, etc. that came new with the car. The only problem I have encountered so far was a droopy headliner at 100,000 miles, (which I replaced myself) and a troublesome driver's side window regulator, which I had rebuilt by a BMW dealer. I was recently told by my mechanic that front suspension bushings and motor mounts may be ready for replacement in the next year, but are not gone yet! I have put one battery, one ICV valve and two sets of brakes in the car since I've had it. All around the BEST car I've ever owned (2nd BMW) and I've had 22 cars in my 57 years. Simplicity is what makes this car so bomb-proof! A few of the BMW bells and whistles are present, but not enough to become headaches as the car ages. Simple, fuel efficent 4 cyl engine that regularly gets 28-32 avg MPG. The secret to it's longevity is the complete maintenance regimen I maintain. ALL fluids get serviced on time, which makes a HUGE difference in reliabilty. I'm keeping this one til I can't drive any more.

[Flint01]

1998
17 inch rims and a set of hubcap stockers with both new tires on them.
Car was cert. pre owned in 2001.
black on tan int. has the m3 side skirts and rear bumper that came with it( not on yet need a front) and it had 77,200 miles on it when bought. ( needed a 4 door)
paid 6,100
also have a 1996 ti. with 155,000 miles on it
16 inch rims. and needs a new paint job bad. i paid 900 bucks for this one

[madfronter]

• 1997 Schwarz II base 318ti - its 5 speed manual with no sunroof or cruise control
• purchased in 2000 with 48,000 miles
• just about perfect condition
• 14,000.00
• The ti currently has 270k on the motor.

[thesk8nmidget]

wow 270 i think is a new high!

[madfronter]

Originally Posted by thesk8nmidget

wow 270 i think is a new high!

My goal is to make it to at least 300k before I have to think about what to stick in there next.

[thesk8nmidget]

well i bet you will!

congrats on getting so high! she still looks very young!

[madfronter]

Thanks! Fingers crossed! Its so hard to decide what to do next though. I would like to have a plan but since the DASC is not available anymore I need a plan B. Swap in an S52 or rebuild an M44 engine and tweak the hell out of it...?

[thesk8nmidget]

s52's are getting cheaper by the day!!