1997 318ti with DASC $5000 OBO NJ

[pnosker]

I saw this on the NJ BMW CCA forums:

http://njbmwcca.org/forum/viewtopic.php?t=3624

Family circumstances (ie. wife says get 4 door car for grandson transportation or else) force sale of this desirable almost certainly one of a kind super rare Ultimate Driving Machine!

I believe I am the 3d owner of this metallic green-blue (or is it blue-green) hatchback with a gray leather interior and has 155000 miles (more or less). The original owner was some little old lady, and the 2nd owner was some guy in North Jersey who had to sell it because as long as the 318 was around he wasn't driving his Mercedes enough (so he said). He bought it with about 80K on it, installed the Downing Atlanta unit (I believe the work was done by Motor Works West in Wyckoff), he put 17" E46 BMW wheels and aftermarket (Bilstein?) shocks on it, and I bought it from him at about 90000 miles (I still have the factory original 15" wheels, as well as the parts removed to install the supercharger). Since then, I have added Euro headlights (from Turner, still have the old parts) and 325 brakes (installed by Euro Performance of Wilmington, whom I use for my regular maintenance). A couple of dings/dents present at purchase have been pulled. I have maintained this car aggressively and driven it enthusiastically. I would encourage any potential purchaser to talk to John at Euro Performance about the work they've done.

Other exciting features include:
- sunroof
- Sony stereo with aux port and USB jack
- power mirrors
- power windows
- power moonroof (metal, not glass)
- manual seats
- 2 cupholders
- glovebox
- newish radiator, water pump, and thermostat
- newisher muffler
- I-4 1.9liter engine w/ 5 speed transmission
- assorted minor squeaks and rattles (I don't trust any car I can't hear)

To be fair, the car needs some regular maintenance I have had to defer because I've been laid off... it's due for tires and an alignment, and the headliner needs a little love. The AC compressor has been making the same weird noise at low RPMs for 50000 miles but still blows cold. But honest injun to the best of my knowledge there are no ticking time bombs. The car might make a great project or track car, but is drivable today and every day. All the right parts are there!

This car is the best of both worlds. With the rear seats down and the parcel shelf out, I can load it up for the boat... I can fit an enormous amount of stuff in it. On date night, I empty it out and drive the stink out of it. What's not to like? Reply quickly because I'm sure it will only take 5 or 6 months to sell. Car is located in northeastern MD but I'd be willing to drive it up to the Delaware Memorial Bridge to meet a serious buyer halfway. $5k or best offer.

Pictures below. VIN: WBACG7321VAS98359

Here's the autocheck he sent me:

1997 is first owner, 2002 is 2nd owner, 2004 is my purchase, 2005 is me moving it to MD. feels like I've had it longer than that... Any questions ?



Full History
Below are the historical events for this vehicle listed in chronological order. Any discrepancies will be in bold text.

Report Run Date: 2009-06-16 16:23:01.582 EDT

Vehicle: 1997 BMW 3-Series 318ti (WBACG7321VAS98359)

Event Date Event Location Odometer Reading Data Source Event Detail
03/24/1997 SHARON, MA
Motor Vehicle Dept. REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL
4/18/1997 SHARON, MA 10 Motor Vehicle Dept. TITLE (Title #:AQ0065437)
03/01/1999 SHARON, MA
Motor Vehicle Dept. REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL
03/01/2001 SHARON, MA
Motor Vehicle Dept. REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL
08/02/2002 PATERSON, NJ 82,280 Motor Vehicle Dept. TITLE (Title #:WK200221400000345)
08/07/2002 NJ 82,740 Independent Source INDEPENDENT INSPECTION/THEFT DETERRENT EQUIPPED
08/31/2002 PATERSON, NJ
Motor Vehicle Dept. REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL
02/11/2004 TOMS RIVER, NJ 92,451 Motor Vehicle Dept. TITLE (Title #:TO200404200000187)
02/28/2004 TOMS RIVER, NJ
Motor Vehicle Dept. REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL
02/18/2005 EARLEVILLE, MD 103,100 Motor Vehicle Dept. TITLE (Title #:35366900)
03/18/2005 EARLEVILLE, MD
Motor Vehicle Dept. REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL
03/09/2007 EARLEVILLE, MD
Motor Vehicle Dept. REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL
02/23/2009 EARLEVILLE, MD
Motor Vehicle Dept. REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL


You can contact him at pkline1@gmail.com. Tell him I sent you!

[amancuso]

Holy crap, I thought you were selling your car. :-P

[pnosker]

Thankfully no, but WHY WON'T SOMEBODY BUY THIS!!?? It's such a good deal! A New DASC is $3800. This is a DASC + a Car for $5000.

[marko]

+1

good deal!

Originally Posted by pnosker

Thankfully no, but WHY WON'T SOMEBODY BUY THIS!!?? It's such a good deal! A New DASC is $3800. This is a DASC + a Car for $5000.

[nickmpower]

if you are interested in selling the dasc seperate, I am interested

[pnosker]

Not my car-- I just posted something I found earlier online.

[budget76]

Originally Posted by nickmpower

if you are interested in selling the dasc seperate, I am interested

The lack of reading comprehension on forums is something I do not understand. I see this so much, and it puzzles me every time

[Bluebimma]

Not too bad of a price, and the same color as my other ti...but not smashed. LOL

[96cali]

Originally Posted by budget76

The lack of reading comprehension on forums is something I do not understand. I see this so much, and it puzzles me every time

I know. I posted a couple Ti's recently that were not mine but good deals and I got about a half dozen PM's asking for detail;s

[Johnny Utah]

Wow that's a sweat deal on nice car. I'm slightly jealous.

[pnosker]

I'd like to add that I would be happy to check out the car for any buyers not close enough to themselves. I've owned 2 ti's and think I know a good bit about them. Plus, my current ti is also supercharged.

[themightyquinn]

Aw man! In about 2 months I'll be looking for a DASC'd Ti! pnosker, definitely let us know how it is if you go check it out, thanks.

[pnosker]

You're already in MD! Maybe you can make a deal with the guy. I think he might lower down to 4.5k or maybe even 4k. Want to check it out with me? Maybe he'll wait 2 months.

[themightyquinn]

You think so? I might just have to sell my car right now

And yeah you got me...I am already in MD. Do you know more exactly where he's located? (Eastern MD is kinda vauge)

And yeah I'd def be down to check it out with you.

[pnosker]

No seriously, he said he'd be happy if he sells it by Xmas. Email him, or shoot me one and I'll forward it to him. My email is (username)2@hotmail.com

I bet you could sell yours and get that one and have almost no net money spent.

Edit:

Actually, give me your email info. I might be able to find a buyer for your car.