[lamo455]

has anyone purchased a 335i for under 10k fully functioning ? is this even possible ?

[E93FTW]

Very unlikely in fully functioning condition. You could find a rebuilt or salvage title for that price probably but not a clean one.

[alexukie]

Originally Posted by E93FTW

Very unlikely in fully functioning condition. You could find a rebuilt or salvage title for that price probably but not a clean one.

i doubt u can even find a nice salvage one for that.. maybe a half ass job fix and 150k miles

[SgtGoldy]

So big question here:


Why would you want one at 10k or less... a 50k+ car for 1/5th of its value probably isn't in any shape to own...

[SaviorXi]

Originally Posted by lamo455

has anyone purchased a 335i for under 10k fully functioning ? is this even possible ?

If you did find one under 10K I would be extremely worried about maintenance and repair costs in the future unless you have allot of extra cash. Then again if you had allot of extra cash you would spend 15-20K and get a relatively clean ond you wouldn't be looking for an E90 for under 10K.

I remember being 20yrs old and I drove a reliable nissan pulsar and I found a Eagle Talon Turbo with AWD and a stick with 80,000 miles for 3 thousand. Against family recommendations I self willed the purchase and within 3 months I was walking due to reliability and maintenance costs. Lesson somewhat learned. I say somewhat because allot of us want the next level of performance and quality on a limited budget. I am looking at a CPO M6 with 37,000 miles for $40k Smart? Nope. But damn if the obsession isn't driving me mad.

[lamo455]

to sgt i will be modifiing it and making it for autocross or curcut raceing. i will look on the auctions and try to find one salvage i would not mind it having a salvage tittle because i will not be selling it i care that the engine runs good and the tranny too

[SgtGoldy]

Originally Posted by lamo455

to sgt i will be modifiing it and making it for autocross or curcut raceing. i will look on the auctions and try to find one salvage i would not mind it having a salvage tittle because i will not be selling it i care that the engine runs good and the tranny too

Good luck buddy. But I wouldnt track a salvaged car. Frame damage is a big fear factor for me.

Why not buy an e46 M3 with high mileage? mod the engine up and your good to go

335i isn't what I would put as a good track car. Lots of other cars would do much better imo.

[lamo455]

hmmm uhave a good point their sgt :/ ill pm you for some more ideas that u might have

[SgtGoldy]

Originally Posted by lamo455

hmmm uhave a good point their sgt :/ ill pm you for some more ideas that u might have

Replied, you may want to make a thread about a good 10k and under car for track.

I personally would recommend spending a little more and grabbing a:

S2000
STI
WRX


either of those would be cheap to mod, maintain, etc and give you good track times.

[yarviinn]

I would like to have of some of what you're smoking.

[tturbolife]

10k is a lot for a car that you will only be able to track one time

[tc535i]

I snagged mine just under 15, but that was a steal. Everything cheaper was a can of worms.

[NjPrince]

Not worth it even if you can get a steal. Car is likely to have alot of problems considering its ganna have a lot of mileage.

[Deezulbeem]

My 10k would go to a Porsche Boxster.

[lamo455]

Originally Posted by yarviinn

I would like to have of some of what you're smoking.

and to everyone else i agree i will wait for now and see sgt gave me really good ideas and i might get something that the parts are dirt cheap to fix for the track

[jr90]

for 10k you would probably end up with a 335i needing new turbos, and water at least not to include the mileage

[Delta0311]

For 10k the car would have well over 100k miles and would probably need a whole bunch of work.

[Motorsport.Nick]

I've seen a few around the $10k price range. Most are salvage but seem decently clean, not very well equipped but hey, its still a $55k car right? lol

[XM_Rocks]

You can get a clean ZHP with high miles for around there.

Or for track work a clean E36 M3 would fit the bill as well.

[Longdoggy]

Originally Posted by lamo455

has anyone purchased a 335i for under 10k fully functioning ? is this even possible ?

I'd be cautious. Sometimes too good to be true is.
I bought a 2001 Audi S4 in 2009 with 62k on the ticker for 11k. Had wide body kit and19 inch I-forged wheels. I thought it was a great deal. I blew a turbo within a week. Had it replaced. Blew the other a week later. Replaced, had whole engine rebuilt. Blew another turbo, boost leaks, pissed oil, body kit started falling apart, then a constant air leak in back wheel. Reconditioned that like three times to no avail. The car was a NIGHTMARE! Owned it for 6 months, spent about four in the shop.
Moral of story, don't buy high performance cheep if you don't have a lot of time and money to do some wrenching.
I learned my lesson and I'm now extremely pleased with my CPO 335i.

[oby_1]

lol....

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=997057

[sirdaft1]

I recently picked up an '07 335i sport package (+ JB4, DCI) with 125k miles and a clean title for $12k. I had to drive 400 miles to get it and had the PO jump thru a million hoops to make sure if was in proper working condition. I spent 2 months on CL looking for the right deal, they're rare but they happen and you have to hop on them as soon as they pop up.

That said, if you are looking for a dedicated track car... Hands down get a track prepped S52 swapped E30. You'll be right in the $10k range and have a lightweight, monster of a track car that can run laps (literally) around cars that are 10x the price. If you need convincing, here what one can do with a stock m20 under the hood... (Go to the 2:00 mark)