Should i get this 96 Estroil Blue M3?

soulchild · 12-12-2012, 12:39 AM

I'm looking for a DD and was wondering what your opinions were on this car.

1996 M3
Estroil Blue, 154k miles, Luxury package, One owner, Garaged and well cared for, All paperwork included. He's asking $6800

Thanks again!

tock172 · 12-12-2012, 01:18 AM

That price is great! No accidents right? I would get it inspected and go from there. I'm not a huge fan of the luxury package but nice find!

soulchild · 12-12-2012, 01:22 AM

whats included in the luxury package? i've seen different m3 seats before, is that the sports package?

tock172 · 12-12-2012, 01:27 AM

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Originally Posted by soulchild

whats included in the luxury package? i've seen different m3 seats before, is that the sports package?

The seats will not be the coveted 'vaders,' the front bumper valance thing features slats in the center and there should be faux wood trim in the cabin.

Mango · 12-12-2012, 01:50 AM

It's a good buy only if the engine hasn't overheated (look for signs of coolant stains or overheating) and inspect front and rear shock/strut towers as well. Also inspect rtab pockets.

I notice you say this will be a daily driver. At around 150k is when the entire car needs to be rebuilt from the ground up. Control arm pair is $500 (without bushings) and will definitely need replacing (for starters).

Buying a used E36 M3 with that kind of mileage on it is an absolute expensive commitment. Just be prepared for it.

Cannot--I repeat--CANNOT just buy this car for asking price and drive it.

soulchild · 12-12-2012, 02:23 AM

^ok thanks. You're right, a lot of things will need replacing even if it was in mint condition. I'll ask if he has maintenance record.

cityjohn · 12-12-2012, 02:59 AM

This one's only $250
http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv...441150017.html

theOCHO · 12-12-2012, 07:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tock172

The seats will not be the coveted 'vaders,' the front bumper valance thing features slats in the center and there should be faux wood trim in the cabin.

Lux package also had nicer, textured leather on the door cards, no lip on the bumper and no twisty side skirts.

I'd buy that car in a minute if everything checks out. I love estoril E36s.

choxor · 12-12-2012, 07:29 AM

Always loved that color.

MercForHire · 12-12-2012, 08:01 AM

Buy it. E36 M3 are cheap

12-12-2012, 12:39 AM	#1
soulchild Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: 916 Posts: 850 My Ride: 00' Civic si (DD) View My Garage	Should i get this 96 Estroil Blue M3? I'm looking for a DD and was wondering what your opinions were on this car. 1996 M3 Estroil Blue, 154k miles, Luxury package, One owner, Garaged and well cared for, All paperwork included. He's asking $6800 Thanks again! __________________ *Trck Pak, Tour Pak, Harness Bar, Moroso Pan, Race Flywheel/Tranny, Shift Linkage Brace, RTD brace, LSD, Polk/Kenwood Audio, rear cam.

12-12-2012, 01:18 AM	#2
tock172 100% star stuff Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: San Diego Posts: 2,561 My Ride: 2004 330i View My Garage	That price is great! No accidents right? I would get it inspected and go from there. I'm not a huge fan of the luxury package but nice find! __________________ Bilstein/Eibach B12 Pro-Plus Suspension & Sway Bars \| DICE Mediabridge \| Valentine One Last edited by tock172; 12-12-2012 at 01:19 AM.

12-12-2012, 01:22 AM	#3
soulchild Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: 916 Posts: 850 My Ride: 00' Civic si (DD) View My Garage	whats included in the luxury package? i've seen different m3 seats before, is that the sports package? __________________ *Trck Pak, Tour Pak, Harness Bar, Moroso Pan, Race Flywheel/Tranny, Shift Linkage Brace, RTD brace, LSD, Polk/Kenwood Audio, rear cam.

12-12-2012, 01:50 AM	#5
Mango Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Southern California Posts: 16,553 My Ride: M54B30 View My Garage	It's a good buy only if the engine hasn't overheated (look for signs of coolant stains or overheating) and inspect front and rear shock/strut towers as well. Also inspect rtab pockets. I notice you say this will be a daily driver. At around 150k is when the entire car needs to be rebuilt from the ground up. Control arm pair is $500 (without bushings) and will definitely need replacing (for starters). Buying a used E36 M3 with that kind of mileage on it is an absolute expensive commitment. Just be prepared for it. Cannot--I repeat--CANNOT just buy this car for asking price and drive it. __________________ Cooling \| Maintenance \| Vacuum \| Suspension \| Costs "Be a yardstick of quality. Some people aren't used to an environment where excellence is expected." -Steve Jobs

12-12-2012, 02:23 AM	#6
soulchild Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: 916 Posts: 850 My Ride: 00' Civic si (DD) View My Garage	^ok thanks. You're right, a lot of things will need replacing even if it was in mint condition. I'll ask if he has maintenance record. __________________ *Trck Pak, Tour Pak, Harness Bar, Moroso Pan, Race Flywheel/Tranny, Shift Linkage Brace, RTD brace, LSD, Polk/Kenwood Audio, rear cam.

12-12-2012, 02:59 AM	#7
cityjohn Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,685 My Ride: 2001 M3 View My Garage	This one's only $250 http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv...441150017.html __________________

12-12-2012, 07:29 AM	#9
choxor Fully Deeked Out Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 2,939 My Ride: An Automobile View My Garage	Always loved that color. __________________

12-12-2012, 08:01 AM	#10
MercForHire Sh1tty Advisor Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Waterloo,Ontario Posts: 4,155 My Ride: 323Ci 5 Speed Black View My Garage	Buy it. E36 M3 are cheap __________________ Oops! My Water Pump Broke Again .................... Coolant in a Bottle

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