All posts tagged 2006

Week In Review

by Paul on June 2, 2013 in AMG, Audi, BMW, Dinan, Mercedes Benz, Porsche, Volkswagen, Week in Review with No comments

Welcome to Week in Review, where we’ll take a look at some of the vehicles featured on GCFSB over the last couple of weeks:

The 1982 Volkswagen Vanagon Westfalia with the Porsche 911S motor did not sell, garnering zero bids with an opening bid of $25,000. It has been relisted with a Buy it Now of $30,000: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Van

The 1984 Volkswagen Scirocco Wolfsburg Edition had 44 bids and sold for $4,621.09: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car

The 1987 BMW 325is sold for $10,627, nearing close to the price we saw for the 1989 325i back in February: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car

The 1994 Audi Ur-S4 did not sell, failing to meet its reserve after a final bid of $5,100: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car

The 1984 Volkswagen Polo SP sold for $3,850: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car

The 1993 BMW M3 widebody sold for $12,900 after just one bid: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car

The 2006 Porsche Cayman S 3.8 Napleton failed to meet its reserve with a final bid of $36,500: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car

The 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280SL with the ZF 5-speed manual gearbox sold for $52,000: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car

The 2008 Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG Estate sold for $38,900: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car

The 1988 BMW M3 with 77,023 miles sold for $41,323: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car

The 2006 Mercedes-Benz E55 for sale by EuroWerkz sold for $32,000: Our Post on this Car

The 1992 BMW 325i with 48,200 miles sold for its asking price of $8,900: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car

The 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Roadster did not sell at $769,000 and has been relisted: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car

The 1989 BMW M3 with 50,548 miles sold for $34,423: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car

The 1991 BMW 318is sold for $4,401: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car

The 1995 BMW 530i Dinan sold for $6,600: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car

The 1969 Porsche 911S sold for $110,000: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car

The 2002 Volkswagen EuroVan GLS did not sell, with a final bid of $7,100: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car

The 1993 Porsche 928GTS did not sell with a final bid of $36,028, failing to meet its reserve of $42,500: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car

The 1994 BMW 850CSi did not sell, failing to meet its reserve with a final bid of $21,000: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car

-Paul

2006 Mercedes-Benz E55 Estate

by Paul on May 20, 2013 in Mercedes Benz, Sponsored Listing with 3 Comments

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The E class AMG Estate is a favorite of ours at GSCFSB. In this virtual used car lot of ours, there’s always a few of them kicking around. Rare and unique in today’s automotive landscape, these fast five-doors could very well be the last of a dying breed amidst the push for greater economy. Then again, with large SUVs still out there on the streets gulping down petrol at rapid rates, I tend to believe that may not be the case.

Hot on the heels of the E63 AMG Estate that Ben featured last week, here comes another fast Stuttgart hauler from our friends at EuroWerkz in Pleasantville, Iowa.

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Year: 2006
Model: E55 AMG Estate
Engine: 5.5 liter supercharged V8
Transmission: 5-Speed automatic
Mileage: 70,658 mi
Price: $34,000 OBO

2006 Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG Estate at EuroWerkz

2006 Mercedes E55 AMG Wagon – Silver/Black – 1 of approximately 64 imported in the US in 2006.

History – Bought new in CA and I brought it to IA September of 2011 with 59,487 miles on it. Since day one it has been enthusiast owned. I have driven it sparingly and stored in my climate control garage as well as secured covered parking at my office location. Professionally detailed 4 times per year. The car currently has just over 70,000 miles on it.

This is a pride of ownership, open check book maintained super rare E55 Estate. All services are up to date and the car is not in need of any reconditioning. Sale includes, two sets of wheels and tires, all books, documented service history at MB dealer, and three factory keys.

Options – Distronic Cruise, 6 CD, Satellite Radio, Dynamic Driver and Passenger Seats, Heated and Cooled Front Seats, 4 zone climate control, Third Row Seat, Rear Window Shades, Xenon Headlamps, Keyless GO, Phone Module

Condition –

Exterior: Factory Paint and Panels, there is not one ding or dent on the car and there are no scratches on the car. A few pin sized nicks from bugs and road grit. All trim is original and in excellent condition. Two sets of wheels: 18” AMG split 5 star wheels as well as 19” AMG 5 star wheels (as pictured). Both sets of wheels are straight and free of rash. All eight wheels have Continental Extreme Contact DWS all-season tires mounted and each set has approximately 5,000 miles on them.

Interior: Leather is in beautiful condition showing very little wear to driver and passenger seat bolsters. Middle seat and third row seat are both as new. No rips or tears in any seats. All door panels are as new. All wood trim is beautiful and free of scratches. Suede headliner is free of any stains or blemishes. Carpets are perfect. Floor mats are original and while showing slight wear are still in very good condition. All rocker panel and other trim is in very good condition. All switch gear is in excellent condition. EVERYTHING is in working order.

Service History Since my Ownership:

61,613 miles at MB Dealer 11/8/11: Brake Fluid Flush and B Service – Lube, Oil and Filters, Topped off Fluids, Inspected Vehicle, installed Flat Hood Ornament (have original): $420.93

61,764 miles 11/21/11: Mounted and Balanced 4 new Continental Extreme Contact DWS Tires: 245/40/18 & 265/35/18: $1,110.40

62,091 miles at MB Dealer 12/22/11: Replace Front and Rear Brake Pads and Rotors, Replaced Supercharger Belt, Replaced Rear Center Armrest Assembly, Replace Spark Plugs, Replace Dual Air Filter Elements, Replace all Fuel Injector Seals and Gaskets: $4,302.17

64,321 miles: Mounted and Balanced 4 new Continental Extreme Contact DWS Tires: 245/35/19 & 275/30/19: $1,320.30 (After purchase of OEM 19” AMG wheels and professional recondition $1,500)

67,969 miles at MB Dealer 11/15/12: Complete Transmission Service and A Service – Lube, Oil and Filter, Topped off Fluids, Inspected Vehicle: $588.20

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This is clearly a well maintained and well documented E55 Estate. The Pewter Metallic is possibly a bit too sublime for a car with such a beastly nature, but this is a car that doesn’t need to shout about its capabilities. Those who know these AMGs know full well of how awesome they are. The amount of servicing in the last 10,000 miles should be reassuring to any weary of taking on an AMG with just over 70,000 miles. Good examples of E55 Estates are fetching in the high $20,000 to low $30,000 territory, so a well sorted example like this isn’t far off the mark in terms of price.

For those interested in this E55, you can contact Doug Wittkowski of EuroWerks at witt@eurowerkzlc.com

-Paul

2006 Porsche Cayman S 3.8 Napleton

by Ben on May 16, 2013 in Porsche with 2 Comments

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The first generation Porsche Cayman S remains a top choice among driving purist for its mid-engine layout and reasonable pricing slotted well below the base 911 Carrera. With roots tracing back to mid-engined racing greats like the 550, 907, 917, 956 and 962 it didn’t take long before many decided to prep it for the track.

Napleton Motorsport out of Illinois recognized the Cayman’s track potential and after extensive massaging entered thier 3.8 Cayman into the Rolex 24 Hours of Daytona in 2013. They ended up winning the GX division and decided to continue their success and general awesomeness by creating the Cayman Interseries in conjunction with Historic Sportscar Racing. The best part of the Cayman Interseries… classic Porsche liveries are mandatory! Gulf, Rothmans and Martini, Oh my!

Listed on Napleton’s eBay page is a street-legal interpretation of their championship Cayman and it looks to be a hoot.

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Year: 2006
Model: Cayman S
Engine: 3.8 flat six
Transmission: 6-Speed Manual
Mileage: 31,317
Price: Reserve Auction, $35,100 current bid

Click for Details: 2006 Porsche Cayman S 3.8 on eBay

This very unique Cayman “S” was built by the same team the won the 2013 24 Hours of Daytona. Installed is a new 3.8 Liter engine with all the necessary performance features to make it a truly amazing car on or off the track! Included with this car is a full “Cayman Interseries” suspension with JRZ PRO shocks,front and rear sway bars,GT3 lower control arms with solid bushings,bump steer tie rod ends, drop links, StopTECH 6 piston brake calipers, stainless brake lines,Guard Limited slip, special exhaust system, rear half roll cage, GT3 seats and harness,coolsuit system, Traqmate data system, shift lights and the Patented “Cayman Interseries” rear wing. This car is just wonderful and easy to drive…fully street legal. A true race car for the street…the one Porsche should have built!

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As Napleton mentions in their listing, this is an incredible track day package that has a really cool story behind it. The stock Cayman S is not only the best Porsche I’ve ever driven but it’s the most impressive and fun car I’ve ever driven period. I can’t begin to imagine the level of performance this 3.8 delivers when mated to fully upgraded suspension. I look forward to seeing where bidding goes and will be paying close attention to Napleton and the Cayman Interseries in the future.

-Ben

2006 MINI Cooper S Dinan

by Paul on April 6, 2013 in BMW, Dinan, Uncategorized with 2 Comments

A little more than two years on, I’m still enamored with my 2006 MINI Cooper S. I was lucky to stumble upon my Astro Black (dark metallic blue) R53 at a used car lot outside of Philadelphia with a scant 33,000 miles on the clock. I am just about to turn 45,000 miles, because I take public transport to work, using the car simply on weekends and road trips. Every time I get behind the wheel, this car puts a smile on my face in every gear.

Since 2006, the MINI lineup has grown a lot larger, much to some purists’ chagrin. Like the Porsche Panamera and Cayenne, I understand cars like the MINI Countryman and Paceman have their time and place, but for me, only a Cooper will do. We haven’t featured an R53 in a while here on GCFSB, but this Cooper S for sale in Florida has some nice Dinan upgrades and is making the right noises.

Year: 2006
Model: Cooper S Dinan
Engine: 1.6 liter supercharged inline four
Transmission: 6-speed manual
Mileage: 72,000
Price: $14,900

2006 MINI Cooper S Dinan on BMW CCA Classifieds

Stunning example of the last year supercharged R53. Fully optioned: Cold weather pkg, Premium pkg, Sport pkg, limited slip differential, HK sound plus more. 206 HP Dinan S2/S3 upgrades, too numerous to list. Outstanding condition. Second owner, have owned for six years. CA car since new, no accidents or repaint. Never raced, tracked or abused. Complete documented maintenance records. Email for full fact sheet. See 36 photos here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/24088817@N08/sets/72157632842957629/

When I bought my Cooper S in early 2011, I paid just a hair over $15,000. My car is a base Cooper S without the Sport Package or Premium Package, but it does have the Cold Weather Package. The mileage on my car is still much lower than this example, but in all honesty, this souped up Cooper S certainly looks just as mint as mine. I’d say this car’s extra features and power are evened out by the lower mileage on my car. So after two years then, we’re just about even when it comes to depreciation? Probably not. But at this asking price, we’re not that far off. I’m guessing this car would probably shift for somewhere between $13,500 to $14,500.

-Paul

2006 Audi S4 Avant

by brian on February 18, 2013 in Audi with 2 Comments

The last of a dying breed, the B7 S4 may very well be the final Audi estate car to wear an S badge on US shores. German auto manufacturers have decided in their board rooms that the US market is no place for powerful estate cars; rather it’s a market for cars with mass appeal. Here in lies the frustration of many enthusiasts. Why can’t we at least order the cool stuff that they have on the other side of the pond?

This beautiful Sprint Blue over Black leather S4 Avant offers everything that you could want in an estate car.

Year: 2006
Model: S4 Avant
Engine: 4.2 liter V8
Transmission: 6-speed manual
Mileage: 92,226
Price: $21,900

2006 Audi S4 Avant on AutoTrader

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A true driving machine! Hot wagon, cool price! You’ll be hard pressed to find a cleaner 2006 Audi S4 than this one-owner creampuff. This fire-breathing S4, with its grippy AWD, will handle anything mother nature decides to throw at you during one of her bad days at work.

This is one of the most sought after late model Audis in a great color combination. Even with higher miles, chances are it won’t last long. With an asking price of $21,900, it’s certainly priced at the dealer level, but a good haggling session would get you one of the coolest Avants on the road.

-Brian

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