NZ_InFerno 372 Report post Posted Monday at 04:53 AM (edited) So I might need to sell my car quite unexpectedly, would I get 12k for it? 130i seem very cheap on trademe, but none are "modified" nor seem to have been mechanically sorted. If you guys can give me some idea of what I could get for mine it would be greatly appreciated Basically everything that's a mechanical issue on the N52 has been sorted on it, mickey mouse flange being done this week. Big list of work done/parts replaced below. All done last 10k kms unless otherwise stated. Has all the oem interior parts that have been replaced with it in boxes. BMW Roof racks too. 4 door White Manual, 185k kms. Work Emotion D9Rs staggered 18" Wheels, RE003s all round Supersprint Exhaust backbox BMW AERO Spoiler Ohlins adjustable coil overs Cert for Wheels/Suspension Fauxcantara mirror BMW Performance interior parts, handbrake cover/handle, shifter gaiter and BMW ZHP weighted shift knob. Android/Carplay idrive screen replacement Old pics, roof racks removed. When Purchased: Major service items replaced include DISA valves, water pump. Told clutch replaced but no proof. Service history By Me in last 10k kms, all with OE or OEM parts FCP Euro/Schmiedmann with receipts for 90% RE003 rear tyres K&N Airfilter and Cabin air filter PCV System and hoses MAF sensor Eccentric shaft sensor Chain and tensioners checked at 177xxxkms Rocker Cover Gasket Oil change/Service Electronic relay for valvetronic motor Valvetronic motor and fuses Spark Plugs x6 Coils x6 Front and rear driveshaft Guibos(couplings) Shifter bushings replacement(upgrade kit) Transmission Mounts New Diff oil, gearbox oil replaced at 180k kms Instrument cluster cover in Alcantara Starter motor Intake manifold gaskets Turner Motorsports Intake boot Rear indicator bulbs New Idrive controller plastic surround Work Wheels centre caps New Wipers New side indicators Oem tail lights full replacement Power steering reservoir and new fluid Oil Filter Housing Cooler Gasket Front Accessories Belt, Tensioner and idler pulley Replacement rear License Plate light Pierburg OEM Solenoids Stabilus hood struts Schmiedmann upgraded brake lines all round - Outer lines front and rear TRW Front and Rear rotors Ceramic brake pads Front and Rear New brake screws, Rubber caliper slides, and brake hardware Replaced brake fluid Wheel sensors front and rear Vanos Oil filters/Check valves x2 Meyle Boot struts All wheels refinished by Wheel Magician Also have some parts like oil filters, engine mounts and sump gasket for work I planned to do. I also have some extra bits but can't recall atm. Bad things on the car are cosmetic aka stuff I was doing this year after mechanically sorting it. There's a dent in the rear left crease line. Slight damage to front bumper plastic beside front license plate. I would cut and polish car before sale and paints pretty good apart from a couple stone chips. The interior, everything is nice except for the head lining and the wheel. Headliner is sagging and has been pinned up, and wheel and insert are not great. I have two replacement inserts and leather for the wheel that requires stitching. And a $700 quote for headliner to be done properly. Edited Monday at 04:59 AM by NZ_InFerno 1 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
exextatic 147 Report post Posted Monday at 05:24 AM 2 hours ago, topnotchrally said: I doubt the switches are on CAN bus so my plan should still work. Who/how would I get this coding done? See pages 28-35 of the attached training manual. While it's for the DCC system, functionally it's very similar to plain cruise control - the DME (engine computer) processes the same inputs as the LDM in this case. The main thing to note: Coding can be done DIY with NCSExpert or Protool, or if you want to pay someone to do it, contact our forum sponsor HellBM. 5. E90 DYNAMIC DRIVING SYSTEMS.pdf Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
topnotchrally 132 Report post Posted Monday at 05:30 AM 4 minutes ago, exextatic said: See pages 28-35 of the attached training manual. While it's for the DCC system, functionally it's very similar to plain cruise control - the DME (engine computer) processes the same inputs as the LDM in this case. The main thing to note: Coding can be done DIY with NCSExpert or Protool, or if you want to pay someone to do it, contact our forum sponsor HellBM. 5. E90 DYNAMIC DRIVING SYSTEMS.pdf 1.51 MB · 0 downloads Many thanks for your input/help! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
topnotchrally 132 Report post Posted Monday at 05:30 AM 37 minutes ago, NZ_InFerno said: So I might need to sell my car quite unexpectedly, would I get 12k for it? 130i seem very cheap on trademe, but none are "modified" nor seem to have been mechanically sorted. If you guys can give me some idea of what I could get for mine it would be greatly appreciated Basically everything that's a mechanical issue on the N52 has been sorted on it, mickey mouse flange being done this week. Big list of work done/parts replaced below. All done last 10k kms unless otherwise stated. Has all the oem interior parts that have been replaced with it in boxes. BMW Roof racks too. 4 door White Manual, 185k kms. Work Emotion D9Rs staggered 18" Wheels, RE003s all round Supersprint Exhaust backbox BMW AERO Spoiler Ohlins adjustable coil overs Cert for Wheels/Suspension Fauxcantara mirror BMW Performance interior parts, handbrake cover/handle, shifter gaiter and BMW ZHP weighted shift knob. Android/Carplay idrive screen replacement Old pics, roof racks removed. When Purchased: Major service items replaced include DISA valves, water pump. Told clutch replaced but no proof. Service history By Me in last 10k kms, all with OE or OEM parts FCP Euro/Schmiedmann with receipts for 90% RE003 rear tyres K&N Airfilter and Cabin air filter PCV System and hoses MAF sensor Eccentric shaft sensor Chain and tensioners checked at 177xxxkms Rocker Cover Gasket Oil change/Service Electronic relay for valvetronic motor Valvetronic motor and fuses Spark Plugs x6 Coils x6 Front and rear driveshaft Guibos(couplings) Shifter bushings replacement(upgrade kit) Transmission Mounts New Diff oil, gearbox oil replaced at 180k kms Instrument cluster cover in Alcantara Starter motor Intake manifold gaskets Turner Motorsports Intake boot Rear indicator bulbs New Idrive controller plastic surround Work Wheels centre caps New Wipers New side indicators Oem tail lights full replacement Power steering reservoir and new fluid Oil Filter Housing Cooler Gasket Front Accessories Belt, Tensioner and idler pulley Replacement rear License Plate light Pierburg OEM Solenoids Stabilus hood struts Schmiedmann upgraded brake lines all round - Outer lines front and rear TRW Front and Rear rotors Ceramic brake pads Front and Rear New brake screws, Rubber caliper slides, and brake hardware Replaced brake fluid Wheel sensors front and rear Vanos Oil filters/Check valves x2 Meyle Boot struts All wheels refinished by Wheel Magician Also have some parts like oil filters, engine mounts and sump gasket for work I planned to do. I also have some extra bits but can't recall atm. Bad things on the car are cosmetic aka stuff I was doing this year after mechanically sorting it. There's a dent in the rear left crease line. Slight damage to front bumper plastic beside front license plate. I would cut and polish car before sale and paints pretty good apart from a couple stone chips. The interior, everything is nice except for the head lining and the wheel. Headliner is sagging and has been pinned up, and wheel and insert are not great. I have two replacement inserts and leather for the wheel that requires stitching. And a $700 quote for headliner to be done properly. Does it have cruise control, if so, I'm very interested! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NZ_InFerno 372 Report post Posted Monday at 05:43 AM 7 minutes ago, topnotchrally said: Does it have cruise control, if so, I'm very interested! No cruise control, but you can buy the stalk and retrofit with some coding. I've had 3 130i and only my E81 had the cruise control, it's a rare option. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dave_Tee 15 Report post Posted Monday at 07:03 AM @NZ_InFerno PM sent - keen to see some more pics of car. cheers Dave 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jacko 2186 Report post Posted Monday at 07:49 AM (edited) Agreed, 130 pricing is flat as sh*t at the moment, cheapest in the world (clarkson voice)... but most of the ones on trademe look ropey as. I think you could get 12k, if you found the right buyer (and they would be getting good deal). The problem is finding the buyer at the moment. As sh*t as a it sounds, you might be better off financially to part it out and sell it "stock" as a looked after example on tardme. Or, dont sell it. Edited Monday at 07:49 AM by Jacko 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NZ_InFerno 372 Report post Posted Monday at 09:59 AM 1 hour ago, Jacko said: Agreed, 130 pricing is flat as sh*t at the moment, cheapest in the world (clarkson voice)... but most of the ones on trademe look ropey as. I think you could get 12k, if you found the right buyer (and they would be getting good deal). The problem is finding the buyer at the moment. As sh*t as a it sounds, you might be better off financially to part it out and sell it "stock" as a looked after example on tardme. Or, dont sell it. Yeah it's pretty dire on trademe/marketplace for 130i pricing. I know it's not the best time to be selling a vehicle but may not be helped 🤷 Parting out could be an option. 12k was kind of like minimum needed, would love to hear I'd get that easy haha Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NZ_InFerno 372 Report post Posted Monday at 10:54 AM Just to add more info on the car there is a "build" thread on bimmersport here. I'm super keen to hear values if anyone's been tracking sold prices. Prob should have written this before but the Work Emotion D9r Wheels are pretty distinctive, they are perhaps the only pair in BMW stud pattern 5*120 in NZ, and custom ordered for size/offset for this car. And you can't order them in 5*120 from Work anymore. They're staggered like oem and look epic. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mmario 54 Report post Posted Monday at 06:27 PM That is a seriously sorted 130i ! 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Eagle 1703 Report post Posted Monday at 07:16 PM $1 reserve\low reserve on trademe is the way to go these days, they tend to always fetch a fair price and drum up interest, especially on something better more special. The average car is overpriced for the market, plenty of buyers out there for the right price. Lots of delusional people still trying to sell cars with covid era pricing. Ive seen 3x average 130i auto's sell in a quick time frame for 4-4.5k. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Neil McCauley 409 Report post Posted Monday at 10:00 PM That’s an awesome 130! I’m not in the market but that would be bought immediately if I was. A credit to you! 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vass 930 Report post Posted Monday at 11:19 PM 1 hour ago, Neil McCauley said: That’s an awesome 130! I’m not in the market but that would be bought immediately if I was. A credit to you! Same! That's a seriously well taken care of machine and an awesome deal considering how much has gone into it, props to you @NZ_InFerno. No way you'd be able to buy one of these and get it to the same level for anything less than the asking price but yeah, unfortunately the market is a bit stale at the moment. All you need is one buyer that sees the value in what's been done though so you might luck out, just probably won't be a quick sale. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NZ_InFerno 372 Report post Posted Tuesday at 12:30 AM 1 hour ago, Vass said: Same! That's a seriously well taken care of machine and an awesome deal considering how much has gone into it, props to you @NZ_InFerno. No way you'd be able to buy one of these and get it to the same level for anything less than the asking price but yeah, unfortunately the market is a bit stale at the moment. All you need is one buyer that sees the value in what's been done though so you might luck out, just probably won't be a quick sale. Hey thank you, it's had a lot of time and parts into it! 5 hours ago, mmario said: That is a seriously sorted 130i ! Thanks, it's my pride and joy. 5 hours ago, Eagle said: $1 reserve\low reserve on trademe is the way to go these days, they tend to always fetch a fair price and drum up interest, especially on something better more special. The average car is overpriced for the market, plenty of buyers out there for the right price. Lots of delusional people still trying to sell cars with covid era pricing. Ive seen 3x average 130i auto's sell in a quick time frame for 4-4.5k. Cheers for the sales info, agree on lots of those points! 2 hours ago, Neil McCauley said: That’s an awesome 130! I’m not in the market but that would be bought immediately if I was. A credit to you! Chur, it is an awesome car! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Danch 37 Report post Posted Tuesday at 04:31 AM Did anyone here drove a black 130i through Ormiston Rd and Chapel Rd junction at around 5.30pm today? Your exhaust sounded pretty cool 😎 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Driftit 2131 Report post Posted Tuesday at 05:59 AM I was going to list my manual 130i the other day but held off. The ones on there have not moved in a while. Might wait a few months. Isn't half the country resigning their mortgages at the moment? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TPO130i 9 Report post Posted yesterday at 03:37 AM On 2/24/2025 at 9:11 AM, exextatic said: The junction box (fuse box behind glovebox) changes between prefacelift and facelift variants. A white plastic junction box is prefacelift while the gray is facelift. Assuming your vehicle is prefacelift (2006) this should be relevant for your vehicle: A4010a is the JBE (junction box electronics) with two large plugs on the front, at the bottom of the junction box. Given the symptoms I'd suggest ensuring the plugs on both the car and steering-wheel side of the clock spring (A72 steering column switch center) are seated fully and check continuity across the clock spring. Thanks for your help with this James. I checked continuity across the clock spring and may have found the issue. I'll have a go at repair otherwise it's replace. Cheers. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
