BMW M3 Clubsport?

[bimmern00b]

Saw the following on Ebay and was thinking about calling shenanigans on it but I know that I haven't researched everything about the ti, but this guy is claiming that his ti is a rare M3 model, 1 of only 300 made! So I wanted to check my facts with some of you that are more knowledgeable, especially since this is the only M3 I have seen with a 4 cylinder (other than the E30's). So I am guessing that this guy doesn't know that it is a ti sport or is just trying to get rid of it quick. Opinions?

[yoda]

you didn't post a link to the add but....
It is like most sellers on eBay or anywhere else calling things what they aren't to sucker people into it!... If it is a 95' Clubsport it is by no means an M3 Clubsport since that was never ever made!...

[bimmern00b]

Yeah, I forgot that. Here it is: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/95-31...3A1|240%3A1318


I did do some research and found that BMW did make an M3 Compact but IIRC it never made it to the States. But it of course was a six cylinder, something that this "M3 318ti" is missing by about two cylinders.

[1996 328ti]

Originally Posted by bimmern00b

I did do some research and found that BMW did make an M3 Compact but IIRC it never made it to the States. But it of course was a six cylinder, something that this "M3 318ti" is missing by about two cylinders.

They did? I've never heard or seen one.

[performanceisland]

i am sorry, but that ti with that bs?, that rear end damage and starting at $4000, DON'T even consider it, the guy is asking WAY, WAY too much, I wouldn't pay half that, the rear quarter panels are the most expensive to replace. not to mention the mileage. you are better off looking elsewhere where there is plenty of tis for sale in MUCH, MUCH better condition.

[spidertri]

Originally Posted by bimmern00b

I did do some research and found that BMW did make an M3 Compact but IIRC it never made it to the States. But it of course was a six cylinder, something that this "M3 318ti" is missing by about two cylinders.

Originally Posted by 1996 328ti

They did? I've never heard or seen one.

That was only a one off concept, it was never a model for sale.

Originally Posted by wikipedia

To celebrate the 50th birthday of the German automobile magazine "Auto Motor und Sport", BMW M GmbH handbuilt (at least) one M3 compact. The car embodied all the technical and optical characteristics of the stock E36 M3, but in the compact body, and more. A quad exhaust tip, Recaro sports seats, four-point seatbelts and an alcantara steering wheel and gear lever were specific for this model. The car was donated to the automobile magazine, but there are no details of the car's present whereabouts.

[bimmern00b]

Originally Posted by performanceisland

i am sorry, but that ti with that bs?, that rear end damage and starting at $4000, DON'T even consider it, the guy is asking WAY, WAY too much, I wouldn't pay half that, the rear quarter panels are the most expensive to replace. not to mention the mileage. you are better off looking elsewhere where there is plenty of tis for sale in MUCH, MUCH better condition.

I just bought a rear quarter panel from Tischer for only 240 bucks, not too expensive. But then there was the inner structure, rear bumper, bumper absorber, M Tech bumper cover, etc., etc.....

[marko]

yep, they did actually... I read it in European Car mag about a decade ago.
they only made one (or a few), I think, to test it out - & deemed it 'too tail happy' - loose in the back due to the power, I'm guessing.

but yeah, 'they' were made...


the one from the add isn't it! LOL

P.S. & it ain;t wrth 12K - thats for sure.

Originally Posted by 1996 328ti

They did? I've never heard or seen one.

[roadrash]

"the car was not totalled because of it worth $12,000 i had it appraised by auto appraisal group inc.there phone number is 1-800-848-2886"

Wow... you Club Sport owners should get your cars appraised! LOL

[minicoop900]

i feel bad for that car haha not worth what hes asking, but boy would i love that interior

[tiFreak]

anyone else notice that's the same guy who bought Josh's clubsport? he had the pic of the black CS and some M3 he owned on his eBay ad for no reason, and his grammer's just as bad as I remember, there are 3 periods and zero comma's in that blob of text

[thesk8nmidget]

as said in a previous post to back my story up i did not sell this car on ebay i sold it on craigslist and posted it on ebay after jay decided to buy the car because he thought i wouldnt send it or wanted some sort of guarantee that i would send the car.

i spent hours on the phone with this guy and explained it all he knew i had rust and he knew of the problems.

a little mention i would like to include that i left out in the previous post was when he wanted to get a vehicle inspection i suggested taking it to bmw for the best inspection he said no to this because he only wanted to spend around 50 dollars on the inspection, so i went around looking for someone that would even do it that cheap, once i had it inspected i sent him the receipt with description of the problems. once he filed a complaint he tried to say he wanted me to take it to the bmw dealership and instead i sent him some receipt from a cheap shop that he thought i knew the owner of. lol

now tell me this, if he wanted a bmw dealer to do the inspection and thats what he agreed on but i went behind his back and got a cheap inspection why on earth would he still have the truck come pick up the car and be happy with me "cheating" him out of a proper inspection.


also if you look at my previous threads i have a giant thread dedicated to me spending 10 hours tearing the car apart cleaning the inside and trying to make this car as good as i could. the reason i sold was because of the rust and i didnt have the shop to park it in and time to put new sheets of metal into the car and properly fix the rust. but that was my plan from day one. i did what i could and i can promise you this cars shape has gone from pretty bad to a crap load better.

[wolferj-RIP]

Vince;

I am glad to see that the clubsport is back in the hands of an enthusiast. I am also glad to see that you chose to become a member of our community. The members (with few exceptions) here are all dedicated to creating a knowledge base of immense proportions, and a family of ti lovers.

You have made it clear that you know what you bought and what condition it is in. Fine.

You also believe that the previous transactions were less than perfect. It's your opinion, and you're entitled to it.

But, to come on the board and badmouth a previous owner, with whom you had no direct dealing with, and to insinuate that he was deceitful, reeks of sour grapes.

Josh has explained what transpired between him and "A", the story that was not told to you. Whether you want to believe that or not, is again up to you. I believe what Josh described.

At this point, I would hope that we can move on from this topic and on to subjects that will add to the discussion of how we improve, modify, and restore our cars for the benefit of all ti owners/members.

[thesk8nmidget]

Originally Posted by wolferj

At this point, I would hope that we can move on from this topic and on to subjects that will add to the discussion of how we improve, modify, and restore our cars for the benefit of all ti owners/members.

BAM

words of the wise!

[cooljess76]

Josh doesn't need to explain himself to you or anyone on this forum FTM. What took place between him and the previous owner of your car is NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS. Just as Jay's family affairs and finances ARE NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS. It would appear that you have some sort of beef with Josh simply because of what one other guy told you. Keep in mind that there's two sides to every coin and I'm sure I don't need to say it again, but, IT'S NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS! As for "people complaining" here, well take a look in the mirror. 5 of your whopping 10 posts here have been directed negatively towards one of our very well respected senior members. If your only intention is to come here to smear someone's name around and bring drama to the otherwise peaceful community, please go elsewhere. Perhaps the BF.c e36 forum would better suit your interests.