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1986 930 With Less Than 13k Miles
Over on Pelican there is another exceptional 930 for sale. A few weeks back I posted this 930, this car is the same color scheme, without the chrome Fuchs, and even lower miles.
1986 930 12,781 original miles for sale:
From the seller’s post:
“Very low mileage – 12,781 miles black on black 1986 930 for sale.
This car is in excellent condition both top side and bottom side. The car is equipped with L/R sports seats and limited slip. I had the Monterrey radio put back in the car however, it has not been wired yet. The previous owner installed a CD deck which looked horrible IMHO so I had it pulled out and put the Monterrey in where it belongs. I also added a K27 7200 turbo and a Rarlyl8 SS muffler thanks to Brian. The car has only been drive 500 miles since the install. I still have the original muffler and 3LDZ turbo which will go to the buyer.
The 930’s are sought after vehicles, especially those that are not molested and have low mileage. This car fits that bill perfectly. The black paint looks new. The interior looks fantastic. It’s hard to tell this car is 24 years old!
After talking it over with the wife we decided to let this one go to a home where it will be enjoyed and driven. We have a 350 Z roadster which suits are needs perfectly. The 930 was just something I always wanted to own. It’s a shame to have it sit in the garage and not be enjoyed by someone who can appreciate her.
With that said, I am offering this beauty for $50,000. It’s a fair asking price considering the extremely low mileage and condition.”
A couple of things strike me about this ad:
- This car is bone stock, the few tweaks that have been made are easily reversed. This is almost as rare as the low mileage of the vehicle.
- The seller mentions having a conversation with the wife and coming to the agreement that they had to sell the 930 in lieu of a Z roadster. I have had this very conversation before, they are very one sided and the fairer half is doing most of the talking. In fact I am writing this from a couch that was once my restored MK1 GTI. These types of situations make good buying opportunities as the asking price is more pliable with a little added pressure from the wife.
At a flexible $50k this seems like a lot if car for the money. While this car does not have the G50 transmission it also does not come with the price tag of the G50 cars.
~Aaron.
Ultra Low Mile SLK320 For Sale
I am a big fan of the R170 Mercedes SLK cars. What they lack in performance they more than make up for ingenuity and reliability. The stowaway roof design has given birth to a whole new class of convertibles that has since been used in the Volvo C70, M3, and the VW EOS. Having owned a SLK230 I can tell you they are competent if not underpowered, but if I had to do it over again I would opt for the 320 and the silky smooth V6. The 230 with the supercharged four is very much reliant on the forced induction for any real power. This rush is neither immediate or seamless which gives the car a dual personality. The V6 in the 320 provides a smoother driving experience and a more even power band with gas mileage that is comparable to the 230.
With that in mind there is a extremely clean SLK320 on eBay with less that 7k miles.
From the sellers post:
“You are looking at an absolutely PRISTINE 2001 Mercedes Benz SLK320 Roadster with 6k actual miles!! Hardtop convertible with one touch operation. Fully loaded with all options including a 3.2L V6 engine, automatic transmission, 17″ alloy wheels, Michelin Pilot sport tires, factory windscreen, keyless entry, alarm and more. It has been garage kept since new and has never been in an accident. The paint is 100% original and is the best color combination of red with black/tan interior. It looks and drives like brand new! All services are up to date and nothing is needed at this time. The body is simply FLAWLESS with no dings or scratches and the car looks absolutely STUNNING in person. The interior is truly IMMACULATE, it was never smoked in and the leather seats, carpet and dash look like new.”
With bidding inching close to $15k the auction is $5k below the reserve with four days to go. Any bets on the reserve being met? Hard to say, these cars are more touring than performance roadsters so finding an enthusiast to pay top dollar for such a low mileage example will be difficult. If I were the new owner I would get a new set of shoes and tweak the suspension, this would greatly enhance the posture and handling of the car and give you a unique roadster for less than $23k.
~Aaron.
28k Miles BMW e30 M3 For Sale in Alpine White
This has only been listed for a couple days and the bidding is already over $26,000 with 7 days remaining. Hold on, this one is reaching high!
quote from the seller’s listing:
Possibly the finest BMW E30 M3 Coupe in North America! One owner, 28,385 original miles, garaged, no winters, no rain. Completely stock, no modifications what so ever. The undercarriage is pristine. We are a 30 year BMW specialist representing the owner who is reluctantly selling this vehicle due to health issues.
The Alpine White on Tan leather looks very good and a nice break from the black or cardinal red interiors that white cars often came with. I’m a little surprised at how much this one is currently going for and will be eager to see where it finishes!
dc
‘94 RS America With Very Low Miles
This is one of those weeks where finding rare and low mile German autos is so very easy. Everywhere I look there is an example that would look good in my garage, any garage for that matter. It is weeks like this that almost make up for the times when searching for notable cars is more work than pleasure. In the pleasure category is a 1994 RS America with 15k miles that surfaced this week over on Pelican.
1994 RS America (15,955 miles)
“1994 RS America
15,955 miles (not a misprint)
3 of the 4 available options:
-220: Limited Slip Differential
-573: Air Conditioning
-650: SunroofCompression: 215, 210, 210 ,215, 210, 210
All service up to date with fresh fluids
Only mods are an Armorfend Clear Bra and ROW height H&R Springs (original springs marked & included)
Comes with the original front seats (pictured below)
Original Books, Keys, Compressor, Tools, Jack & Complete Service Records (back to the first oil change).
$79,500 obo.”
This is a very rare car in even rarer condition. Pride of ownership is evident throughout, the freaky cleanliness of the engine compartment speaks volumes about the condition of this car. Is $79.5k a good price for this car? It is not awful, I have seen several RS cars with price points both north and south of this example. I am sure there is someone out there that has been searching for this car in this sort of condition.
Price aside, that buyer would not be me. I have never understood the allure of these cars. In Europe the RS is a mass produced race car, in the states however these cars are more of a appearance group. The stateside RS cars weigh between 50-80 pounds less than a stock 964. A used fixed tail, RS seats, door panels, graphics package, and nice low mile 964 can be had for less than $35k. While these are great looking cars I would not pay twice as much for one.
~Aaron.
For Sale: MK4 R32 with 16k miles
Found this ultra low mile 2004 R32 on the Vortex for sale. Finding low mileage and unmolested MK4 R32’s has become quite challenging. These cars are so much fun to drive and do so many things well that it can be difficult to keep them off the road. As the price point lessened many R32’s ended up in the hands of less than discerning owners who fitted all kinds of aftermarket garb to cheapen what in stock form is an excellent vehicle. I prefer the look of the MK4 R32 and the availability of a manual transmission to the newer version. This car with 16k miles and stock appearance looks like the choice for those in the market for the perfect used R32.
“I have every receipt for this car since I bought it from Jonathan here on the forums in August of 2006 with 9,900 miles.
I cannot provide detailed pictures as the car is in storage about 15 miles away from me for the winter, but I wanted to put this thread up to garner interest. If an interested buyer wants the car before March, I’ll pull the car from storage.
Since taking ownership, I’ve put just under 7,000 miles on the car. Do the math…that’s 2,000 miles a year on average.
-Stored every year from November 1 – March 15
-Full clear bra on the front end since day one
-No accidents or paint work
-Still has delivery plastic on dead pedal (no, I’m not kidding)
-Paint still looks brand new
-Interior still smells brand new
+ I had a small wear mark on outer bolster of driver seat reconditioned
before putting it away in November. Interior looks brand new.Details:
2004 Tornado Red R32 with Optional Leather
- 16,700 original miles
- 6-speed
- 241hp 3.2L VR6
- Haldex AWD, etcMods:
- Fully loaded APR Tuned ECU
- K&N Panel Filter
- Not even flapper modded
(Flapper mod has been done by me with an IV clamp so it’s 100% reversible)
- R32 monster mats front, GTI monster mats rear (full set now)
(I no longer have the R32 carpeted mats*)This car is literally no joke. Only things I need for it to go back to 100% complete and stock are Tornado Red mirror caps and mint Aristos/rubber, but these will be done before the sale.
I’m not kidding when I say this car needs ABSOLUTELY nothing. Brakes still are literally brand , exterior and interior are still in brand new condition.
I’M IN NO POSITION WHERE I HAVE TO SELL THIS CAR. I will accept my asking price and asking price only for me to part with it. Yes, this will take a very particular buyer who wants a literally brand new 2004 R32 in 2010.”
$25k is quite a sum for a used MK5 R32, for a MK4 it is unheard of. No doubt the car is beautiful with low mileage that would be difficult to match. The seller senses this and states that he is looking for a special buyer that is specifically looking for this car in this condition. A daunting challenge but if the seller is patient I am sure he will find someone who would be willing to pay a premium for this R32.
A Tale of Two 951’s
Used Porsche 944’s have been a great sports car value on the used car market for some time. These boost happy cars are just as comfortable on the track as they are in traffic. As time goes on finding clean and unmolested examples has become a bit of a challenge. Here is a look at two excellent examples from opposite ends of the spectrum.
“Rare 1986 944 Turbo. Immaculate condition. 44,000 miles. Looks and drives like new. Newer tires and clutch. 30k maintenance done. Garaged most of its life. The paint is original and brilliant. The dash and leather seats look new. Everything works. I hate to part with it, but my work situation requires a bigger car.”
“1987 PORSCHE 944 TURBO – $10,900
Only 80,290 miles! Arizona car. Major service done at 80k. Beautiful Alpine white with a black leather interior, factory LSD, adjustable Konis, lowered and aligned, Ice cold R12 AC, perfectly maintained, never wrecked or raced, no rust, very nice paint and very clean interior (non smoker) always garaged, K26-6 turbo with Autothority MAF and chips, brand new Porsche “Big Reds” brakes up front and brand new 19” ROH wheels and Falken tires. I have receipts and maintenance records. With the exception of the performance enhancements only Genuine Porsche parts have been used and all maintenance and repairs have been done by Porsche Service Centers. Here are the codes for this car:Option Codes: C78 220 341 418 437 454 650 946, Paint Code: L90E.
Mechanically it is in excellent condition. Power sunroof, power mirrors, central locking, power seat, everything except the cruise control. No smoke, does not use oil, no header cracks or exhaust leaks and no oil leaks. Idles, shifts and runs like a Porsche should.
Cosmetically there is some small rock chips associated with normal driving on the front bumper cover and some small cracks in the dash pad, the rest of the interior is mint. Glass is perfect, no dents or dings, the paint is showing its age but still show worthy and shiny.”
If you were in the market which would you buy? The low mile and stock example or the lightly modified car with higher miles. Typically I would go with the modified car, with the Big Reds and bigger wheels I bet this 951 really hugs the road. However, even with the brevity of the ad and the sub par photography the red 951 is something to behold. I am pretty sure I saw this car at a local dealership this summer, at the time the car had 40k on the ticker and was priced at $15k. It looks as though the buyer had a change of heart, assuming nothing has changed this car is a steal. It looks as good today as it did when it rolled off the showroom floor. You can’t go wrong either way, but if it were my money the red one would be coming home with me.
~Aaron.
1983 Volkswagen Scirocco Wolfsburg GT With Only 4700 Miles!!
I am a long time Scirocco nut. I had a ratty 77 that I beat up thoroughly in high school (class of 92). It took tons of abuse, but the willing little 4 cylinder and light weigh was a lot of fun for a kid my age to be driving back then. But my car was a heap compared to the MKII a friend’s older brother owned. It was black with black striped interior. And it was lowered on Momo rims, low profile tires (when 50 series was considered low profile!), an Alpine CD player and huge subwoofer in the back. It was one of the nicest modified cars at our school without a doubt. I even remember my Dad, who frowned on modified cars typically, remark, “That is a beautiful car. A high school kid owns it?!”
Seeing how nicely preserved this car is reminds me of that MKII from high school. The black on black is of course very familiar (though his seats were no where near as awesome as these leather ones!), but also because you just don’t see well preserved Scirocco’s anymore. Anywhere! And with only 4700 miles, this one takes the term survivor to extremes under the circumstances. These were all passed through the hands of high school kids, several times over, and each one wanted to modify it — ultimately killing most of them.
Check out this
quote from the eBay listing:
INCREDIBLE survivor – totally original and un-molested with only 4700 miles – absolute time warp car!!!
Original 1983 1/2 Wolfsburg Edition Scirocco with 4700 original miles. Quite possibly the finest example anywhere!
The car was purchased new in July of 1983, driven very little, and then stored for the majority of the past 26 1/2 years. The mechanic for the owner took care of and stored the car for the majority of this time up until about one year ago. The first owner had the euro headlights installed at the dealer. At some point in 1985 the GTI snowflake rims with their original set of Pirelli P6’s were put on. It also appears as if the original factory OE radio was replaced with an OE BMW factory radio out of an 83 320i. I am including an original used Heidelburg radio with the car. The orig factory 13″ rims are available with the car along with the original window sticker, factory manuals and all the OE literature on the BMW radio along with its security code & the factory OE headlights.
[...]
The car is a literal “all” orig in every way, time warp. Never hit or damaged, never repainted anywhere. The only flaw is on the right side of the hood near the windshield where something hit it and left about a one inch crack in the paint. The leather interior, headliner, and carpet are in incredible condition and still smell like a new car. No cracks or fading whatsover. The dash, door panels, headliner, every inch of rubber on the door seals are impeccable in every way.
The last Scirocco I saw in person that was this nice was Josh’s 84 that we posted here last year. That was a really fine example. This is ridiculous. And I know not everyone reading this is going to believe it, but there are 19 bids on this car totaling $8600 — and the reserve isn’t met with 2 days remaining! Clearly there are some collectors out there who remember the car as fondly as I do; not to mention an owner who isn’t letting this one go easy!
dc
Another 87 Mercedes 190 2.3-16 For Sale with Only 44k Miles!
It must be deja vu I think as I don’t believe this is the same car that was listed before on this blog. But here’s another very low miles 2.3-16 for sale on the left coast in Berkley, California for $11,500 (Craigslist):
quote from seller’s listing:
This incredible 190E 2.3-16v is in impeccable original low-mile condition, and has had dealer service since new. For the last five years it’s been in the hands of a Northern California Mercedes Benz dealer family. This is not only a high performance car in great condition – it’s also an important bit of history. After developing its four-valve cylinder head with motorsport specialists Cosworth, as well modifying its suspension, transmission, aerodynamics, exhaust and interior, Mercedes unveiled the 2.3-16 at the Nurburgring in 1984 in a race that included several former and future Formula One champions, including Niki Lauda, Alan Prost and Ayrton Senna (who won), as well as Stirling Moss, who had famously driven for Mercedes in its heyday.
Most 16v’s available today are high mileage and/or modified cars. This one shows and drives as nearly new, to which we can attest as this is our third (our first having 17,000 miles on the odometer when it came through the dealership in 1989). 2.3-16’s were only available in the U.S. in only 1986 and 1987, and this `87 may be seen as an appealing “interim” model. It has the flushed-in headlights of the ‘87 models, but retains the simpler and more reliable sunroof and sunroof control of the `86 cars. Recent work includes a major service with upgraded-spec MB factory injectors; serviced rear SLS suspension and replaced front suspension ball joints; refurbished a/c; and four new Michelin Pilot tires. A December 2009 smog report shows unbelievably low emissions, attesting to the car’s impeccable mechanical condition. The bodywork is straight and clean with no signs of accidents or repairs. The original paint is very good for a 20-plus year old car, with good shine and few stone chips.
I love these cars! And not to sound like a broken record, but an e30 M3 of the same vintage would have a starting bid of twice the price. I realize you can make an argument that the M3 has a more sporting intent, and the winning pedigree, but not at twice the price. Someone go snag this fantastic deal!
dc
1985 BMW 325e with Incredible History
Following on to the restored 318is that Aaron’s found, here is an improbable find. An E30 with just over 19,000 original miles. Yes, 19,000 miles.
The 325e had a short stroke version of BMW’s M20 inline six. This 2.7 liter “eta” (stands for efficiency in Greek) engine produces 121 horsepower. This was 29 horsepower shy of the more performance oriented 323i. This was the largest powerplant available in the E30 short of the uncommon 333i, which was only sold in South Africa. A more restrictive head, four main bearings instead of seven for less friction as well as a 5,000 RPM redline were hallmarks of the more efficient E30 BMW. By the end of 1988, the 325e would disappear from the lineup. The 318is would take over as the choice for those seeking efficiency, with a revised 1.8 liter, twin cam four cylinder engine.
1985 BMW 325e For Sale on Hemmings
The seller explains:
The first owner, Michael Hargrave was an insurance agent in Denver, Colorado and he bought the car new at Murray Motors (BMW dealer in Denver). Paddock Imports began maintaining the car when it went off warranty. Mr. Hargrave would cancel appointments for oil changes if it was raining outside, because he didn’t want the car to be driven in rain. The first owner respectfully requested that after Paddock Imports were done working on his car, and that a test drive was warranted, that he be present and in the car for the test drive–a little crazy for sure, but he loved this car. Mr. Hargrave sold the car to the 2nd owner, Jeff Hatcher who is a long time BMW enthusiast.
The body & paint is Absolutely perfect! The paint is a rare color, Antelope Beige. There isn’t a single ding, scratch, or nick on any portion of this car. The paint is thick and lustrous and has no spider webbing, orange peeling, or oxidation, it is just perfect. The interior also looks brand new! The dash doesn’t have a single crack or warp anywhere. Rare sport seats have been treated with Lexol monthly for over 20 years. Interior still smells new!! The dials, gear selector, knobs, etc. still look brand new. The steering wheel looks brand new. Headliner is perfect. Carpets are perfect. The wheels don’t have a single nick on any of them. The glass is perfect all original BMW glass and no chips anywhere. Mechanical: Recently tuned up and running great. Timing belt was replaced. Runs perfect. Not a single leak anywhere. Suspension: stock and tight as a drum. AC/Heat: both work perfectly. Ice cold in summer (even in the Las Vegas 110 degree heat) and blazing hot in winter. If you add this car to your collection, you will without a doubt have the lowest mileage and nicest E30 in existence, with the exception of a few in the BMW museum perhaps.
The E30 3 series has always held a special place in my heart because my first car was a 1988 325is. Although this one isn’t the hot version, this car is sure to be a great addition to anyone’s collection, or as a reliable, solid daily driver. If they still made new E30 BMWs today, I’m convinced people would still buy them. Just ask the man who owned one.
-Paul
1988 BMW e28 M5 For Sale with only 12k miles!!
Geoff emailed me this one and OMG it’s incredible!! A real survivor with only 12k original miles. The owner states it still smells new!
quote from eBay listing:
Here is one of the rarest and most precious finds in the vintage BMW marketplace. A 1988 M5 with just 12,595 original miles. This is one of the finest and lowest mileage original M5’s in existence today. A true time capsule which looks, drives, and even smells like a new one. The pictures barely do it justice.
With a top speed of 150mph, this historically significant Motorsport model was considered the fastest production sedan in the world when it was introduced in the U.S. in 1988 and here it is in virtually the same condition it came out of the showroom in. Includes all original books, tools, keys, and even the original BMW cassette cleaner. This car is concourse show-ready and an absolute joy to drive.
Jim, I know you were looking for a good clean example. Is this the one?
Thanks for the heads up Geoff!
dc
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