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    ***Build your own Rusty! The photos below were taken before the addition of the RaceSkids skid plate. The car is capable of going much, much lower now without worrying about cracking the oil pan***


    UPDATE: Well, it would appear that the ///M3 I had planned to purchase by selling my 535is is now off the market. The only reason I was attempting to sell my e28 was to purchase that ///M3, so at this time I'll be pulling my car off the market as well. If things change, I'll update this thread.



    1988 BMW 535is
    M30B34 3.4L
    5 speed
    Schwarz Black exterior/Black Sport interior
    177,xxx miles
    4/87 build

    Condition
    The exterior has the typical dings and scratches of a 23 year old car. The front spoiler and mirrors were recently replaced and painted. The rest of the paint on the car is original as far as I know. There are a few small areas where the paint has bubbled due to some small surface rust I believe. There are a couple tiny dents on the passenger side from doors in parking lots that could be removed via paintless dent repair. The windshield has 3 cracks. The all begin in the upper center of the windshield and travel downward. The windshield does not leak, and I’ve heard horror stories about windshields leaking after replacement, so I haven’t replaced it as of yet. The cracks do not block the driver’s vision, and haven’t caused any issues. Overall, the car is a “10-footer”. A repaint and a new windshield would make it look fantastic. It gets compliments frequently. I’ve had 2 people come into where I work just to ask me if that’s my BMW parked out front. I’m rather picky when it comes to aesthetics, so I may be making it sound worse than it actually is.

    The interior is in fairly good condition. It has the sport seats up front and they have no tears, but do show signs of wear. I simple re-dye would make them look fantastic. Every portion of the seats works except the passenger headrest isn’t operational. That’s a common problem with these. The dash has 3 small cracks on the passenger side. It’s in rather good shape compared to others I’ve seen in these old BMW’s. The moonroof functions properly and does not leak. The trunk seal was recently replaced and does not leak.

    Recent Maintenance
    Last 4 months/8k miles:
    New battery, fan blade, fan clutch, t-stat, waterpump, coolant flush with BMW fluids and Redline water wetter, fuel filter, all fuel lines front to back replaced, center support bearing, selector rod seal, shifter linkage (every clip, bushing, bearing, and part except selector rod and shift lever), voltage regulator, trans mounts, rebuilt calipers, heater valve rebuilt, all fuses replaced with proper ceramic fuses, exhaust hangers, wiper blades, Redline MT-90 fluid in trans, rear shock mounts, ATE SuperBlue brake fluid flush, alternator ground strap, along with 2 oil changes using Mobil 1 15w-50 fluid.

    Last 20k miles (Previous owner):
    The majority of the suspension bushings in both the front and the back were replaced. Upper/Lower control arm bushings, dogbones, diff mount, motor mounts, etc. The Ground Control coilover conversion was installed in this timeframe as well. The head was pulled for the head/cam/valve work. At that time, all of the gaskets and seals throughout the motor were replaced as was the timing chain. The car leaks no oil whatsoever. A new AFM was installed. A new OEM catalytic converter was installed in the last 20k-25k miles as well. Clutch pedal bracket, clutch slave, and clutch master have all been recently replaced as well.

    I have a huge stack of receipts from the previous owner as well as all of the receipts for the maintenance I’ve done.

    Modifications
    Performance (All of this was done in the last 20k miles):
    Turner Motorsports chip
    TCD cold air intake w/ heat shield
    Ported/Polished head
    Custom grind on cam and valves
    Ground Control coilover conversion
    Ground Control billet/polyurethane rear shock mounts
    M30B35 oil filter connection with oil cooler
    Optima Redtop battery installed in trunk with battery tray and tie-down
    RaceSkids skid plate
    Pagid pads on all 4 corners

    Exterior:
    BBS e28 ///M5 wheels w/ 225/50/16 Falken Ziex-512 – Less than 4k miles on tires
    Euro headlight conversion
    ///M5 taillights
    535is front/rear spoilers
    Bumpers have been tucked
    Shadowline trim

    Interior:
    Alpine CD/MP3 player – hardwired properly to factory amp
    Premium sound
    ///M5 steering wheel
    ///M5 rear mirror w/ map lights
    ///M badging added to seats
    330i ZHP shift knob
    Headliner dyed black


    I’m sure I’m forgetting some things, and I’ll add them in as they come to mind. The car runs great and averages great MPG for a modded M30B34. I routinely average 22.5-23 MPG which is more than some of my friends with stock M30’s get. Must be seen and driven to appreciate.

    $5,000 OBO

    -James





    Last edited by BigMac; 05-10-2010, 08:59 PM.
    I have to return some video tapes...

    '88 535is - head, cam, intake, tune, coilovers...

  • #2
    why are all the nice ones on the west...lol

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    • #3
      Originally posted by notloEnuf View Post
      why are all the nice ones on the west...lol
      Sounds like it's time for a roadtrip
      I have to return some video tapes...

      '88 535is - head, cam, intake, tune, coilovers...

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      • #4
        Any interest in a Saab 9000cse AE plus some cash?

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        • #5
          Originally posted by Byron View Post
          Any interest in a Saab 9000cse AE plus some cash?
          Nah, I'm good. The only reason I'm putting the e28 up for sale is to make the jump to a local e36 M3/4. If the M3 sells before my e28 does, I'm keeping it.
          I have to return some video tapes...

          '88 535is - head, cam, intake, tune, coilovers...

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          • #6
            ... it's so far away.

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            • #7
              Originally posted by JSanders View Post
              ... it's so far away.
              It'll make it back to Texas





              As of yesterday, the RaceSkids skid plate is on the car. The car has a nice height and is level at this point, but it's far from "stanced". The skid plate has 3" of clearance currently. Maybe a little more as it was tough to measure. The front lip has roughly 4" of clearance.

              If someone wanted to take it lower, I'd upgrade to Koni's before doing so, but beyond that, the car is ready to get slammed.
              I have to return some video tapes...

              '88 535is - head, cam, intake, tune, coilovers...

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              • #8
                Well, it would appear that the ///M3 I had planned to purchase by selling my 535is is now off the market. The only reason I was attempting to sell my e28 was to purchase that ///M3, so at this time I'll be pulling my car off the market as well. If things change, I'll update this thread.



                I am willing to entertain trade offers, but the offered trade must have a roundel.
                I have to return some video tapes...

                '88 535is - head, cam, intake, tune, coilovers...

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                • #9
                  I have a 2000 323i

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                  • #10
                    Originally posted by JSanders View Post
                    I have a 2000 323i
                    Not quite what I'm lookin for, but feel free to throw some info up concerning mileage, mods, maintenance, etc.
                    I have to return some video tapes...

                    '88 535is - head, cam, intake, tune, coilovers...

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                    • #11
                      2000 323i 5 speed
                      Black exterior with tan interior

                      Within the last 15k:
                      Brand new 5 speed transmission
                      M5 pressure plate
                      UUC 8.5 lbs LTW Flywheel
                      New clutch slave cylinder
                      Engine rear main seal replaced
                      Guibo
                      TMS subframe reinforcement kit
                      All subframe bushings replaced
                      All differential bushings replaced
                      Stainless steel braided clutch line
                      CCV and four associated hoses replaced
                      ICV cleaned
                      Throttle body cleaned
                      Disa cleaned
                      330ci shifter (short throw than stock 323i)
                      Radiator replace
                      Expansion tank replaced
                      Heater core hose replaced
                      Thermostat replaced
                      Rear O2 sensors replaced
                      ZHP shift knob
                      Gas cap replaced (oem)
                      Red gauge needles

                      Within the last 2-3 years:
                      Tein SS coilovers
                      Ebay headers (Supersprint reps)
                      Valve cover gasket replaced
                      Vanos rebuilt with Besian systems
                      Waterpump replaced (oem)
                      New belts
                      A/C. belt tensioner replaced
                      Main accessory belt tensioner replaced
                      UUC tranny mounts
                      3.46 differential filled with redline
                      P46 projector/hid headlights with 6000k bulbs and angel eyes (angel eyes are disconnected right now but the wiring is still there)
                      Smoked corner lights

                      + more I can't recall right now.


                      Other stuff worth mentioning:
                      M3 bumper that you will probably want to replace (cracked).
                      Passenger side skirt has a few deep scratches.
                      There is a small power steering leak. It it not a bad leak, it just needs to be topped off 2-3 times a year.
                      Burns no oil, leaks no oil.
                      Tinted windows: 35% fronts, 5% rear


                      Only picture I have right now:
                      Last edited by JSanders; 05-11-2010, 09:35 PM.

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                      • #12
                        Originally posted by JSanders View Post
                        2000 323i 5 speed
                        Black exterior with tan interior
                        How many miles total?
                        I have to return some video tapes...

                        '88 535is - head, cam, intake, tune, coilovers...

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                        • #13
                          178k on chassis and motor.

                          I forgot to mention the keyhole delete, smoked side lights, and matte black kidney grills in my previous post, but you can see them in the picture above.

                          All the wiring is there for an amp and subs.

                          I ran the vin at the dealer a couple of years ago, it has the sports package, which came with sport seats, sport steering wheel, etc. I want to say premium package as well but I'm not 100% on that.

                          If think you might be interested, I can get more pictures after this week (I have to get finals out of the way first).
                          Last edited by JSanders; 05-11-2010, 09:39 PM.

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                          • #14
                            Originally posted by JSanders View Post
                            178k

                            I forgot to mention the keyhole delete, smoked side lights, and matte black kidney grills in the previous post, but you can see them in the picture above.
                            I might be interested, but would like to see some more photos if possible.
                            I have to return some video tapes...

                            '88 535is - head, cam, intake, tune, coilovers...

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