topnotchrally

Right down to the auto 'box. 👎

I will assume it is not manual...

This car is still in its depreciation period. Also, these cars do not have the cache of earlier (pre-2003) M cars, being high maintenance and (IMHO) not very good looking. Also, it's SMG...ugh. But that's might be just me.

Great car in a great colour, I almost bought one 15 years ago (LHD). But... -it's missing the factory radio -has a LOT of kms -has EDC, not a plus in my book as it will definitely need replacing/removing at some point, if it even works now. The 91 was on TM for along time at $45k... no sure if it sold. It only had 160k kms.

Holly invasion of privacy Batman! Shocking the things you can learn from google streetview. A mafia boss, on the run for 20 years, was caught after being spotted on steetview. https://www.theguardian.com/world/2022/jan/05/italian-mafia-fugitive-arrested-in-spain-after-google-maps-sighting (sorry for off topic)

Do tell?!?!

Thanks for the explanation, I understand now. However, this car has been written off (according to carjam) so would it still serve this purpose? If you put the vin on another car it would need a re-cert to be road worthy. Hard to hid the changed vin, wouldn't it be?

This homie doesn’t know what that means. Or is this sarcasm?

https://www.trademe.co.nz/a/motors/cars/bmw/listing/4199021312 There's nothing M3 left on it. It's a bare E46 body shell... you can buy a whole working E46 for $3000...why would anyone buy this? What am I missing?

The interior isn't Black! By gawd, man, now can that be! It's a beauty. (Tip: I am no fan of black interiors)

Here's another twist. I emailed the M5 owner asking if he'd trade for my M3... here's the response. "I’ve always wanted an M3 but at the moment it’s the space I need." If he needs space... why did he buy it in March?

I will take this. DM sent.

Amen, brother.

Gorgeous! (Not the wheels)

I don't get it... it's just awful in every way.

Arrrg. Why no sunroof?!? I really like a factory sunroof. In Canada these cars had sunroof as standard.

I'd say, from the name on it listing, it's quite clear he is an 'investor'. He has bought it for $29k and will now hold on to it until he gets near $45k...maybe now (unlikely), maybe in 5 years (more likely). But you can't sell if you don't advertise. From memory, this car has been for sale for ages (2 years?) for $45k, then $35k, then finally sold for $29k. So it's not moving anywhere soon, back at $45k.

'No compression'? Do you mean it turned freely, as if the valves were stuck open? I'm curious. Thanks.

Bumpity bump

At risk of stating the obvious, you need to take the spark plugs out before trying to crank it. You can't compress water. 🙂

Translation. Detailed description: The base vehicle is an arctic silver BMW Z3 Coupé 2.8, 193 hp, manual switch, first hand, 320,000 km and continuously maintained by BMW checkbook. It was completely disassembled and derusted in a workshop. New underbody protection was applied. Almost all mechanical and technical parts of the structure have been renewed or sandblasted and powder coated. The built-in engine is a high-torque and enchanting-sounding LS3 V8 with 6.2L displacement, known from various GM models such as Camaro, Corvette, etc. It was completely dismantled, overhauled and rebuilt with high-quality parts. Shifting is via a 6-speed Tremec T56 transmission, which was sometimes used in various Viper, Corvette and Camaro models. It was overhauled just like everything else. The differential is a custom-made product and consists of the large BMW Type 215 housing, the particularly stable E31 850CSI V12 wheelset, E34 M5 flanges, E46 M3 cover with cooling fins and double mount, multi-plate lock with preload, load 60%, thrust 30%, total reduction i =2.93. The rear axle and differential mounts have been extensively reinforced (Randy Forbes subframe reinformance kit), the cardan shaft and the drive shafts have been made separately. The wheels consist of very light, matt black ProTrack One 8Jx18" ET30 and 11Jx18" ET44, with Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 tires in the dimensions 235/40 and 315/30. The KW Variant 3 coilover kit also ensures great handling. The brakes are K-Sport 356x32mm 6-piston front and 330x32mm 4-piston rear, with EBC Yellow-Stuff pads and braided steel brake hoses all around. Original M-Coupé funnels serve as brake cooling. In order to make the sound potential of the unit audible, a manifold and a flap exhaust system were installed. The focus was not on the volume, but on the exhaust gas discharge and the good sound. The outer skin was painted in classic Porsche Zinn Metallic, the engine compartment is light gray high gloss. The diffuser is a custom-made product with no technical function. It is intended to visually round off the rear and protect the bumper from the hot tailpipes. The entire interior, doors, bonnet and tailgate have been extensively and heavily soundproofed. The Wiechers roll bar provides additional visual and technical rigidity and, in an emergency, safety. The fantastic seating position is achieved by the 34cm sports steering wheel and the Recaro Pole Position bucket seats in genuine leather. These were attached using specially designed seat brackets that are mounted on the original seat frames - preserving the original electric seat adjustment - and offer the lowest possible seating position in the Z3. The total weight increased by around 100kg, although you have to consider that many parts of the drive train, due to their dimensions, weigh significantly more, up to twice or three times as much as the original, around the 50kg of insulating material installed and just as much reinforcement was welded in. And the crucial point: the load distribution has improved significantly. The conversion and legalization costs were a good six-figure figure. A high but necessary investment in order to successfully implement the many new parts, the high-quality accessories, the amount of work, as well as the exhaust gas and noise reports with subsequent TÜV approval. The conversion itself was carried out by the workshop, not privately. Many rare and expensive parts were introduced that bring technical or useful added value. such as B. a high-quality music system, a data display, or the symmetrical luggage compartment floor of the M model. A personal project, a unique concept. A gran turismo that should not attract attention, but should drive honestly and grandiosely. Maybe you like what you see and get involved with this unique vehicle. I wish that the car changes into your valuable possession and that you enjoy it without having to ruin yourself financially. I've already done that, which is why I have to part with this special automobile. You can find out more details about the vehicle during a personal inspection. The selling price remains a matter of negotiation. The sale takes place without any guarantee.

For anyone considering this, be aware it is VERY DIFFICULT to re-register a 'flooded' vehicle in NZ. It's more or less impossible. A car is marked 'flooded' by the insurance when it is written off. You have to replace every electronic component in the car and show them (the inspectors) all the damaged ones, or something along those lines. A friend attempted this with a very expensive car and ending up giving up, the regs are completely unreasonable and impossible to meet (for reasonable cost). In my friend's case, the car was imported from Oz somewhat without realizing the 'flooded' label on the car would carry over to NZ. It did and he was unable to register it, despite the fact that it was absolutely roadworthy and drove perfectly.

Bump.. still available.

Facebook market place LOL. Nightmare.

So, this owner *isn't* the guy who bought it for $40k back in July? (which we all know did happen) Or is he but he has a different trademe account?