grantdavis28 8 Report post Posted July 23, 2009 http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/S...n-229543866.htm 20k not bad? but rust must be really bad as to sell and not repair... looks sooo nice though! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gaz 1061 Report post Posted July 23, 2009 Wonder what happened to the leather drivers seat? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
e30plz 1 Report post Posted July 23, 2009 ^ Hmm yeah. Does look very nice though. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
crazyarab 6 Report post Posted July 23, 2009 Wonder what happened to the leather drivers seat? Previous owner probably was an avid track fan and did not want to feel like he was on a slip and slide? I know my old leather seats were shocking on the track, would have given and arm and a leg for the alacantra/cloth alternative. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sp8s 1 Report post Posted July 23, 2009 MMMM I am wondering why things are so clean and shiny underneath (rear end shocks etc) and the scratching on the wheel cover Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
E30 325i Rag-Top 2959 Report post Posted July 23, 2009 This car has been up on TradeMe a few times now over a couple of months, price has dropped from $30k+ down to $20k. If I remember correctly it is a fresh Jap import, which is partly why so clean underneath - from the MAF inspect and clean possibly. Photos have been the same each time, so not sure whether they are current. Previously there was a picture of the rust - it was in one of the rear guards, just in front of the wheel arch. I'm just wondering whether it is possible to get this car road-registered, it's always been listed under Competition Cars, not general cars and may explain the difficulty in selling plus the price drops. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andre3000 55 Report post Posted July 23, 2009 Can someone have a look at this for me? Im quite keen to know what the extent of rust is, and what it would take to become road legal again. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lbirgel 0 Report post Posted July 23, 2009 how much would a new guard be for one of these? I take it a few thousand. Rust must be pretty bad tho because if it was a easy fix surley the importer would fix it Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
crazyarab 6 Report post Posted July 23, 2009 (edited) Can someone have a look at this for me? Im quite keen to know what the extent of rust is, and what it would take to become road legal again. Sure man, I am going to check it out as soon as he replies to my message... Never seen an E30 M3 in the flesh (excluding race cars) Edited July 23, 2009 by crazyarab Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
E30 325i Rag-Top 2959 Report post Posted July 25, 2009 Just got a reply from the seller, he is not selling through TradeMe now, putting into Turners auction on 15th August due to "high level of interest in the car, including from overseas"?? Wasn't very clear on answering my questions though, rust is in rear quarter - could be anywhere, no response on what else it would need for complying! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dyl 4 Report post Posted August 2, 2009 The car is interesting. It has a few things that didn't quite sit well with me such as the filled in sunroof and the recaro seat. If you gave it the time and effort (and money) it could be a sweet ride. Haven't driven it though. Garry Cliff is a no nonense guy to. A good man to deal with - he wont bullshit you about the car which is a change from most dealers/sellers. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
E30 325i Rag-Top 2959 Report post Posted August 2, 2009 Cheers Dylan, i'm guessing you got to view the car. How bad was the rust? Where was it? Any more info would be appreciated to see if I fly down to CHCH on the 15th (if it goes into the auction - not listed yet...) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mtech1e30 0 Report post Posted August 5, 2009 Its back. http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/C...n-233995908.htm Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andre3000 55 Report post Posted August 5, 2009 (edited) Im spending a few nights in christchurch next week so i can have a look at this puppy. You never know, if the price is right, i could be the proud owner of an e30 m3 by the end of next week..... edit: *excited giggle* Edited August 5, 2009 by André3000 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wervie67 0 Report post Posted August 8, 2009 (edited) just saw this car at turners, looks amazing on the outside, paint seems fine, but didnt have a look underneath. definatly stood out and was right up the front of showroom André3000: looks like you could be in... everyone that looked at it seemed to be tyre kickers Edited August 8, 2009 by Wervie67 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
crazyarab 6 Report post Posted August 8, 2009 If any of you boys end up coming down to chch, make sure to yell out and we will catch up. I will be going to the auction anyhow just to see what happens Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andre3000 55 Report post Posted August 8, 2009 (edited) Fingers crossed! Im down on the afternoon of the 13th. Gna sample christchurch's "drinking problem" first hand on sat. edit: fark yes we have to catch up Atta; i most definitely wanna see your e30 in the flesh Edited August 8, 2009 by André3000 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
togate 0 Report post Posted August 8, 2009 Are you not going ahead with the S54 conversion on your 325? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andre3000 55 Report post Posted August 9, 2009 depending on what car i have will dictate where the s54 goes Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Old_Skool_Bmw 0 Report post Posted August 9, 2009 I suspect he has not had it fixed as there are a few requirements: If the car has not been registered in New Zealand before it will require a full compliance check. Just for repairing the rust it will require a repair certification ($500 fee) from a registered repair certifier. They will need to see the car before the repairs are done, and again before the work is painted over. You will also need to pay for the inspection itself ($500 fee) + any other work it requires. Laurence Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jjs 64 Report post Posted August 11, 2009 Spotted this RHD E30 M3 at Turners in Chch. Looks cheap enough at $21,500 - $22,500 but seems like it has a few issues. Has anyone had a look at it? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Simon* Report post Posted August 11, 2009 This is the one we've been discussing from TM. Have been waiting for it to appear at Turners Will merge this thread with the old. Good catch Jeremy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PJWO 2 Report post Posted August 14, 2009 Passed in at auction $18,300 one bidder. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
E30 325i Rag-Top 2959 Report post Posted August 15, 2009 The bidder wasn't you was it Paul? I know you are a big fan of 4 bangers! Interesting it never reached reserve, and the price it was passed in at. Sign of the times I suppose. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dyl 4 Report post Posted August 15, 2009 Interesting. My apologies I didn't get back to everyone sooner, my PC has been out with a virus. A shame the car was passed in, I would have liked to see it with an owner, but Im not siprised at 18k they still fetch a bit even with rust. Hell, its better than the black rust box on TM at the moment Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
