» Site Navigation | | » Recent Threads | | 1999 M3 Swap 09-07-2023 10:10 PM 05-02-2024 08:18 PM 6 Replies, 405,238 Views | | | | | 05-10-2005, 02:52 PM | #1 | Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Manassas, VA Posts: 4,129 | Saw this on CARS.COM __________________ 1998 (July) 318ti, 5-spd OEM Armrest Blaupunkt Heidelberg CD50 CD Player/Compact Drive MP3 Player Diamond Audio 5.25" rear speakers Navman ICN 530 GPS BMWALARM.COM (with comfort settings) after market alarm system Magnecor 8.5mm wires M-Z3 Shifter/Momo Knob Burlwood Dashboard Stromung Exhaust X-brace Racing Dynamics Front Strut Bar Carbonio C.A.I. 17" Rial Rims Vader Seats/Heated/Lumbar Support M-tech Steering Wheel/Front Sway Bar/Front & Rear Bumper Depos/w 6500K Angel Eyes/6000K HIDs Clear Corners M3 Mirrors UUC Light Weight Flywheel/M5 Clutch/M3 Clutch Slave E28 3.46 LSD/Mcoupe Cover/E30 Flanges & Halfshafts UUC S.S. Brake/Clutch Lines Hartge Roof Spoiler BavAuto Springs Bilstein Sport Struts/Shocks E46 M3 Rear Shock Mounts SPC Front Camber Kit Reiger Hatch Spoiler BavAuto Rear Camber Kit Dinan Stage II Software Turner Rear Sway Bar Reinforcements BMW E46 Auto dimming mirror with Clown Nose alarm Engine Compartment Light Heated Wiper Fluid Retrofit OEM Fire Extinguisher Da'lan Trailer Hitch Rear Sun Shade OEM Fog Light Retrofit H & R MZ3 Rear Sway Bar/ UUC Adjustable End Links Cruise Control Retrofit On Board Computer Retrofit M3 twistie style side skirts Carbon Fiber Hood | | | 05-10-2005, 03:42 PM | #2 | I miss my Ti....... :( Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 828 | Looks good. To bad that would be one to many cars for me. -Chad | | | 05-10-2005, 04:29 PM | #3 | Senior Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: NW of Chicago Posts: 111 | I went and see that car, the manager is an assh*le to deal with. He told me that he would not accept Capital One checks and that I would have to go through GMAC and charge me 7.50%, where I can get 5% with Capital One. I just told him to f*uck off and left the place. | | | 05-10-2005, 04:44 PM | #4 | I miss my Ti....... :( Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 828 | Total Bummer ... Quote: Originally Posted by Blackie I went and see that car, the manager is an assh*le to deal with. He told me that he would not accept Capital One checks and that I would have to go through GMAC and charge me 7.50%, where I can get 5% with Capital One. I just told him to f*uck off and left the place. | I'm sorry to hear that. What you should do is have capital one right the check to you and go pay cash for the damn thing and then peel out leaving the lot. -Chad | | | 05-10-2005, 05:05 PM | #5 | Senior Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: NW of Chicago Posts: 111 | ZeroG, that's a good idea, didnt even think about it. I am also looking at this one. Is this a good deal, it had a minor accident. Tell me what you all think. Thanks! http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum...ighlight=318ti | | | 05-10-2005, 05:45 PM | #6 | I miss my Ti....... :( Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 828 | Some thoughts ... Quote: Originally Posted by Blackie | Since he admits there was an accident I would get the VIN and doa a carfax for sure. I would also ask to see the repair receipts. I would also loose the bumper and those black corners. If everything else is good then go for it. I don't know what kind of condition the red one was in but since it was a dealer I would think that everything was in good condition vs. this one needs a little work. So it depends if you want something that is ready to go or something that you will not be happy with for a little while. The DASC is a plus, but remember you can always add one at a later date. -Chad | | | 05-13-2005, 03:56 AM | #7 | Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Columbia, SC Posts: 528 | Find out what that dent is that 2002 talked about. Then evaluate the rust situation. Evaluate suspension. Fix or ignore accordingly. If the brakes are "badly grooved", I believe that should be a priority. A DIY job, really, but one that will let you get to know your new car better. Once you're sure that the car isnt' about to fall apart or just...not stop, go out and drive it!!! IMhO, you'll appreciate the mods more once you're used to the feel of the car while it's still stock. | | | 05-13-2005, 05:14 AM | #8 | Senior Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: NW of Chicago Posts: 111 | Yes, there is the dent underside of the passenger side, but it doesnt look like anything else is damage. The rust is mostly concentrated to the "dent" area, what is the best way to fix this? The brakes are definitely grooved, especially the rears but still work wonderfully. The brakes are on top of my list. I havent drive stick for so long and forgot how fun it is until I got this car. Of course, it doesnt handles like my 330CI but it surely handles like a BMW. I am still getting use to this car and evaluate what mods is the most important. Already spent $700.00 on mods on my first day. Between this and the 330, my tax return is disappearing fast! I am new to 318ti so I need some recommendation for the followings, for future upgrades: Brakes Suspensions Sways Wheels and Tire Size Speakers and Audio If you can list manufacturers and part numbers I would greatly appreciated. Peace. | | | | Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests) | | Posting Rules | You may not post new threads You may not post replies You may not post attachments You may not edit your posts HTML code is Off | | | |