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      08-07-2010, 04:04 PM   #1
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Bought my second Bimmer in 3 weeks!

Today I picked up a 1996 325is 5-spd coupe with 130k for the amazing price of $750. That's right! The thing runs mint too believe it or not. I will post pics soon, but I bought with the intent of flipping it for some cash.

Can't wait to clean her up and post some shots haha.
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      08-07-2010, 08:51 PM   #2
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Nice! Depending on condition and work that's already been done, it should be worth ballpark $3-4k (up to $5k if it's in excellent condition). Looking forward to seeing pics!
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      08-07-2010, 09:27 PM   #3
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Today I picked up a 1996 325is 5-spd coupe with 130k for the amazing price of $750. That's right! The thing runs mint too believe it or not. I will post pics soon, but I bought with the intent of flipping it for some cash.

Can't wait to clean her up and post some shots haha.
Craigslist?
Wow. Congrats!

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      08-07-2010, 11:55 PM   #5
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nice, that is a good deal
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      08-08-2010, 01:30 PM   #6
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So I finally assessed the car yesterday. Engine, tranny and clutch seem to be very solid and much better than I was expecting. The interior has a few tears, but nothing to complain about. Then, aside from a few scratches and a small fender dent, it is solid. I will clean this beast up and take pics.

I was trying to find out exactly what engine is in it. The title says it is a
96 325is but I am still new to Bimmers and don't know exactly where to look to find out what engine is in it.
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      08-08-2010, 02:12 PM   #7
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Craigslist?
Wow. Congrats!

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Yep, http://boston.craigslist.org/bmw/cto/1883310579.html.

OP, good luck with the rebuild. Should be a fun project!
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So I finally assessed the car yesterday. Engine, tranny and clutch seem to be very solid and much better than I was expecting. The interior has a few tears, but nothing to complain about. Then, aside from a few scratches and a small fender dent, it is solid. I will clean this beast up and take pics.

I was trying to find out exactly what engine is in it. The title says it is a
96 325is but I am still new to Bimmers and don't know exactly where to look to find out what engine is in it.
96 325s had the m52b25. The m50/2s are pretty bulletproof, along with the tranny. With 130k, I'd inspect the bushings and cooling system first.
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Soooo I was going to take some pictures yesterday and post them for the forum but someone drove by my house and offered me $2000 cash for it right then and there.

The thing literally got into my driveway on Saturday night at 8 and left it on Sunday at 4. Quickest $1250 I've ever made.

The exterior and interior needed work for sure, but the engine was extremely dry and sounded great.
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Can't complain about easy money..
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