treone
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There you go @TermiPeteNZ I've updated your post for you!
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I remember when they had it on their yard back in '07. Had a look at it and it was mint. They wouldn't let me test drive it though, so didn't actually drive it. I ended up buying a 1997 NZ new 535i cos from memory I think this was close to $30k! Used to see it parked behind parliament all the time. These 'lil' V8's are awesome - and I think with a manual box will be a pretty cool, fun drive. As they say - a lot of car for not a lot of money! Buy it, drive it, enjoy it, then do what @BM WORLD says - drop in a 4.4l!
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This will be the perfect accompaniment for the snug garage then
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Go on @SmithyInWelly grab it and come back into the fold
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Wow - if only I could justify a fourth V8... Exactly what @hqstu said! I'm sure it will be gone asap - GLWS
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Ewwww that face! that face! Funnily enough I do like the two tone interior. But not he woodgrain
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Aha - I've wondered where the PAINTR's wagon got to. Used to see this all the time on Lambton Quay. Seems to be getting bit pricey considering its age and the updated condition (thanks @EURO V8) but still has a cool factor me thinks. I also wonder whatever happened to the 1994 E34 525ix manual touring (also in silver) that used to reside in Welly...
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How cool is this! http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=1368233544
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Imola red! 2000 E39 540 Motorsport Individual
treone replied to TermiPeteNZ's topic in TradeMe discussions
Imola is such a cool colour! But not on those seats, door cards... -
Agree with @Olaf and @TermiPeteNZ regarding buying advice. Mine is an 2001 E53 4.4l ex japan. Bought it with 198kms on it and had it 3 months now. Weather you go for this one or some other one do your due diligence, get a PPI and if there are any issues get the seller to sort them and get an MBI. This may save you from the MBI insurer not covering an issue because they have assessed it as pre-existing. Speaking from a recent experience with my X5 here. With the 'issues' that mine had/has I still think its awesome! I got mine for a reasonable price so I expected faults and I'm not too fussed - I'm just going to drive it and enjoy it! Kept an eye on this one too and I reckon a 4.8 X5 would be great fun! Did I mention that I think X5's are awesome?
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Nice!
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^^ Agree! Most things are cosmetic and can be changed and with a bit of love should come up pretty nice. With the 'add-on's' it makes me wonder what lurks underneath though. If I was to consider this (which I'm not - timing isn't right. Yet) I would daily until it seriously broke. Then project it - either S62 or LS1! Both with manual transmissions! But this plan for me is a loooong way off .
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Possibly - If I was to do an 8 series project . Been watching this one for a while - its been listed at $18.5k, $25k, $17.5k and now $11.5k. I don't think this one is worth any of these prices. $7.5k maybe? For me it has: Wrong wheels. Wrong exhaust. Wrong badges. Wrong colour. And wrong price . But hey, it is an 8 Series!
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E39 M5! Parked directly outside work yesterday. A very rare sight in Welly! It looked dirty and driven - as they should be!
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Is an E60 M5 worth buying? Hell yes! Nothing beats daily practicality and performance and handling. Just an opinion from a previous E60 M5 and E36 M3 Saloon owner .
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Niiiiiice! Must be E39 M5 season all over again!
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I'm exploring purchasing a MBI for a vehicle which I've had 3 years now and which had a 3 year Autosure MBI cover (expired 2months ago). This was arranged by dealer when I purchased the vehicle.as I am keeping the vehicle long term so thinking it will be worthwhile to get another MBI as I suspect major repairs are due. Vehicle qualifies for essential cover as its 16 years or less, under 250k kms . Rung Autosure, they don't sell direct and advised to call an authorised dealer. Spoke to a local dealer and was verbally quoted $995 for 2yrs cover with $4k per claim limit and excess options of $100, $200 & $300. Note that qualifying Euro cars have a $350 excess. All I needed to do was to get vehicle mechanically inspected (and they even recommended a garage) then come back and they will arrange cover. I will 'shop around' and see what other dealers quote. I'm thinking two to three years cover should be sufficient.
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Looks like you may have the wrong model - the conversion should be in something like this: https://www.motormag.com.au/features/1706/meet-the-bmw-x5-lemans-v12 Only kidding - good luck with your build!
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The E46 M3 gets a lot of kudos - but what about this? The ultimate M3? Ever? Sounds like it could be the rarest with only 3 in existence (according to the article)... https://www.motormag.com.au/features/1706/five-ultimate-bmw-m3s-part-3-the-e46-m3-gtr
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BMW have - and they put it in the i8
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Perhaps I need to bring some balance into my life... Two Holden V8's and two BMW V8's . I did contemplate the possibility, but unfortunately I need to be 'sensible' at this point in time haha. Although me thinks this would be a great base for an eventual 6sp conversion...
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Agree! If I didn't have 3 V8's already this would be in my driveway! For $5K and the condition and maintenance history it is being given away - GLWS
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Unless its an E34 M5
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Confession time - I too am a former local BMW Club member (circa many years ago and pre-social media days). I was also a member of local chapter of the HSV Owners Club. What I found common to both clubs was that the success (or not) came down to a small few who would organise and attend events. This, I think, is also somewhat true with Bimmersport (in both 'active online members and organised local events). The 80/20 rule at play perhaps? The main difference between Bimmersport and the 'clubs' is you don't pay an annual fee, you don't get a monthly (Dixie) magazine, you don't get a NZ motorsport affiliation - this was a biggie for club members - but you do get a great community that has great knowledge and experience which members don't mind sharing . I was also tempted (still am actually) to sign up to the Central Holden Monaro Club. Spoke to the chairman at the Shannon car show earlier this year and felt a good vibe. And they had some pretty impressive Monaro's in the club!
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As it should always be! My comment was in subtle reference to other comments in the thread - and again I am joking so no offence intending . Seriously though I have read that a Jazz Sport is a fun drive. Didn't the previous Top Gear presenters give it a rave review?
