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03-30-2023, 10:08 AM
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Originally Posted by tofu1413  | This won’t last long, right maintenance done by the looks of it, well maintained and manual with alcantara interior
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03-30-2023, 10:25 AM
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#36452 | | :: Sells McLarens, Not tofu :okay: ::
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if the Car has a pretty good service history prior and well looked after, then yes its worth the few extra dollars more.
the cheap cheap, neglected, buddy guy clapped out ones are the money pits.
have had 4 E30s and 5 E46's... and besides the common "maintenance" items, they were fantastic cars.
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03-30-2023, 12:31 PM
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#36453 | | OMGWTFBBQ is a common word I say everyday
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Originally Posted by Gerbs I didn't know the E46's were reliable to operate. I was expecting to spend minimum $10K over a 5 year ownership lol.
Which didn't make sense on a $10k car. | They're not "set it and forget it" vehicles. You could easily spend $10K over 5 years if you buy genuine BMW parts (instead of OEMs) and have your labour done at shops. Did you do the work yourself?
The engines, drivetrains, and electronics are generally reliable, but it's everything else that needs attention, especially since they're now 20+ years old. Recyclable plastic parts and rubber hoses don't hold up to thousands of heat cycles, so it's not surprising that basically every hose in the engine bay needs to be replaced at this point. Suspensions at this age need to be overhauled as well. But, the car is well-documented and the parts network is very strong. Anyone who is willing to turn a wrench can service and maintain these cars. Just avoid the pre-2001, manual cars as their rear floors by the subframe are prone to cracking.
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03-30-2023, 01:43 PM
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Originally Posted by tofu1413 if the Car has a pretty good service history prior and well looked after, then yes its worth the few extra dollars more.
the cheap cheap, neglected, buddy guy clapped out ones are the money pits.
have had 4 E30s and 5 E46's... and besides the common "maintenance" items, they were fantastic cars. | Sounds like I should talk my way into my neighbor's mint 330ci 6MT ZHP convertible. She's retired and love the car to bits, but maybe I can talk her into a Miata or something  | |
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03-30-2023, 03:49 PM
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#36455 | | :: Sells McLarens, Not tofu :okay: ::
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Originally Posted by radeonboy Sounds like I should talk my way into my neighbor's mint 330ci 6MT ZHP convertible. She's retired and love the car to bits, but maybe I can talk her into a Miata or something |
Will take one of those ZHP cabs over any new BMW drop top in a heartbeat.
One of the guys that was on the board here had an Imola red manual cab…. Still such a pretty car today.
330ci cab as a street car is a better drive than the M3 cab imo
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03-31-2023, 07:34 AM
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#36456 | | Rs has made me the woman i am today!
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Originally Posted by Gerbs I didn't know the E46's were reliable to operate. I was expecting to spend minimum $10K over a 5 year ownership lol.
Which didn't make sense on a $10k car. | Quote:
Originally Posted by Tapioca They're not "set it and forget it" vehicles. You could easily spend $10K over 5 years if you buy genuine BMW parts (instead of OEMs) and have your labour done at shops. Did you do the work yourself?
The engines, drivetrains, and electronics are generally reliable, but it's everything else that needs attention, especially since they're now 20+ years old. Recyclable plastic parts and rubber hoses don't hold up to thousands of heat cycles, so it's not surprising that basically every hose in the engine bay needs to be replaced at this point. Suspensions at this age need to be overhauled as well. But, the car is well-documented and the parts network is very strong. Anyone who is willing to turn a wrench can service and maintain these cars. Just avoid the pre-2001, manual cars as their rear floors by the subframe are prone to cracking. | His number might be skewed by my past experience. $13K over 4 years LOL. But as Tofu mentioned, prev owner is a buddyguy. In general, the E46 is a 10K (USD) car, in both purchase price and maint, so use that ratio accordingly. Quote:
Originally Posted by BIC_BAWS Maintenance
A common question to car buying is tolerance to maintenance. Yes, I am familiar with European “reliability” and fortunately I can turn a wrench now with this very expensive 330CI experience. Part of me doesn’t want to repeat that experience and spend the next 4 years and at least 13K doing maintenance again (LINK TO MY E46 SPREADSHEET). | One thing I do miss about BMWs, or rather specifically the E46 platform is the easily accessible DIYs and information. I don't find that with Japanese cars like the Type R.
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03-31-2023, 09:40 AM
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#36457 | | My AFC gave me an ABS CEL code of LOL while at WOT!
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Originally Posted by tofu1413 Will take one of those ZHP cabs over any new BMW drop top in a heartbeat.
One of the guys that was on the board here had an Imola red manual cab…. Still such a pretty car today.
330ci cab as a street car is a better drive than the M3 cab imo | 
I had a chance to buy a 6-spd 330ci vert w the full load in individual estoril blue once. Car came w the matching hardtop too.
I still think about that car - just have to remind myself that I'm not really a drop top guy. Vacations only.
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03-31-2023, 09:53 AM
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#36458 | | Captain Happy Bubble is my Homeboy
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Y'all giving me Laguna Seca Blue balls here.
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03-31-2023, 10:24 AM
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#36459 | | Performance Moderator
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Probably not the best price in the world, but worse ways to spend $13k... and it's in unbelievably unmolested condition lol! https://vancouver.craigslist.org/bnc...605216309.html  | |
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04-01-2023, 08:53 AM
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#36460 | | I answer every Emotion with an emoticon
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Interesting Build if you follow VW ... 2011 VW GTD, 86K kms, really low mileage, tuned to 235 hp with new turbo. Some GTI/R, APR, Malone bits here and there. We don't get these in NA so it is kinda unique. I think guy did it right and a one of a kind car here in YVR. Got the TDI engine high torque but diesel is dying out, I think. $21K https://www.facebook.com/marketplace...5725670875075/   | |
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04-01-2023, 09:29 AM
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#36461 | | :: Sells McLarens, Not tofu :okay: ::
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big torque. looks like a cool rowdy drive for daily duty
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04-01-2023, 12:08 PM
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#36462 | | My AFC gave me an ABS CEL code of LOL while at WOT!
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nice build. takes a certain buyer to do that - you couldn't build it for less
my buddy has a very rare 2 door Mk6 tdi for sale (usa only, imported to do this swap) if you wanted to build a truer GTD clone.
just about to wrap up my winter season w my Mk6. It remains one of the best cars I've ever owned. For the second year in a row I find myself searching for a stash spot instead of selling on my winter beater.
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04-01-2023, 06:07 PM
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04-01-2023, 07:14 PM
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#36464 | | RS.net, helping ugly ppl have sex since 2001
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Ohhhhhh god damn. Me wanty
Somebody buy it before I do!!! Take away this temptation bros
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04-02-2023, 06:44 AM
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#36465 | | 14 dolla balla aint got nothing on me!
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Too much reliability in the last few posts..
Spring has sprung so staying on the theme of convertibles. Low km (125,000 km) Boxster in Guards red for Miata money. Looks like it has a few warts and probably a few "stories." Why waste your time motoring around in your SC430 that actually runs, when you can be in your garage/driveway wrenching on the Boxster you now wish you hadn't bought. https://www.facebook.com/marketplace...type=top_picks
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Here is my porsche boxster for sale needs some work done to it do not have the time due too moving and need the space
Engine runs
Good tiers and break all round
Needs a bit off work
Elec roof works no leaks
2 new radiators
Body work
Do have more pictures if you what them
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04-02-2023, 07:59 AM
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If anyone’s got a winter beater or cheap commuter they’re looking to get rid of, my brother is looking for one, preferably under 8-10k
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04-02-2023, 09:42 AM
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#36467 | | Rs has made me the woman i am today!
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^^ pmed
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04-02-2023, 10:21 AM
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#36468 | | OMGWTFBBQ is a common word I say everyday
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Originally Posted by The Producer just about to wrap up my winter season w my Mk6. It remains one of the best cars I've ever owned. For the second year in a row I find myself searching for a stash spot instead of selling on my winter beater. | God I miss my Mk6 GTI. 
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Originally Posted by PeanutButter Damn, not only is yours veiny AF, yours is thick AF too. Yours is twice as thick as mine.. That looks like a 2" or maybe even 3"? | | |
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04-02-2023, 11:30 AM
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I sometimes miss my MK2 GTI despite all of it’s gremlins.. we had a love/hate relationship.
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04-02-2023, 11:55 AM
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Is there really any reason the buy that GDI over a GTI?
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04-02-2023, 12:07 PM
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^ cheaper on fuel cuz of better efficiency . rated at 6l/100kms ?? That's the only reason ... and a lot of giddyup on the torque? It's a niche thing.
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04-02-2023, 02:23 PM
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#36472 | | OMGWTFBBQ is a common word I say everyday
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Originally Posted by trollface Is there really any reason the buy that GDI over a GTI? | The uniqueness?
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Originally Posted by PeanutButter Damn, not only is yours veiny AF, yours is thick AF too. Yours is twice as thick as mine.. That looks like a 2" or maybe even 3"? | | |
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04-02-2023, 04:26 PM
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04-02-2023, 07:38 PM
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I wonder if thats radeonboys car. he posted a pic in the other thread.
Super clean
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04-03-2023, 09:27 AM
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Originally Posted by JDMDreams | Quote:
Originally Posted by Suprarz666 I wonder if thats radeonboys car. he posted a pic in the other thread.
Super clean | Yes this is my vehicle. To spare everyone a long story, here are some more details beyond what's shared in the ad: - the original owner was an older Asian lady who sold the car when she left the country. As a RevScene bonus I can throw in the 70s/80s Chinese music CD that came with the car when I bought it
- the vehicle's been paint-corrected and had its full front PPF'd at RDI Detailing under my ownership
- all maintenance services were done at the dealer to keep its service history consistent with the previous owner and traceable at one location
- I am the only driver of the vehicle under my ownership and it's just me in the car 99.5% of the time
- I don't eat inside my vehicle, smoke, or have kids, so the interior still smells new
- I have an EV as a daily so this car only comes out on occasion
- Selling because I might be relocating and want to reduce my footprint here in preparation
I would love to sell the car to a new owner here that will continue to take good care of it. Please PM me here if you're interested and I can share more information on the car in greater detail and maybe work out a deal.
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