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Originally Posted by sayemthree
check the VIN . do a carfax?
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Originally Posted by Technic
Get the VIN and use this site for decoding: http://www.bmw-z1.com/VIN/VINdecode-e.cgi
FYI- no gills in the E36 M3 and the rear spoiler is not factory installed, although it is either a copy or the OEM original of the Euro M-Technic E36 3 Series rear spoiler. |
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Originally Posted by CnoteMD
The model year is accurate for an E36 M3 Sedan, but someone has done a lot of cosmetic modifications on that car.
-fake side gills
-big rear wing
-wheels from an E46 sport package car
-cheap "purple" window tint
-aftermarket audio
Ultimately, the car could probably be "restored" back to a more original appearance. Definitely do a carfax and have it checked out mechanically. If it all checks out, it could be a great car for your son.
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Originally Posted by K3N R3D
+1
Exactly thats the only way to know for sure. But then again you will never know for sure what the previous owner(s) have done to it.
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Thanks guys for the help. I did order a carfax....which came out clean. However we all know that carfax can be sketchy, since anyone can damage the car...fix it themselves, then not report it. I still think it's good to check though.
I think Cnote is correct...it probably could be taken back to stock (or at least close), but who knows what else might be going on. I was going to bag it, but my son is pushing me to at least take a look at it.
I appreciate the help!