[ezaircon4jc]

Originally Posted by AmooManiak

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To put it simply - for a small number of buyers the 6 speed 535i will be worth more than an automatic one. For most people, the automatic will be worth more. It's just a matter of finding that one person who would want a 6 speed for this car.

Just like houses with pools. If one wants a pool the house is worth more. Conversely, someone that doesn't want a pool may low-ball an offer or just move on.

[Trainwreck914]

Originally Posted by F10Dan

...and because they are older don’t have all the newer features. That 540 I mentioned earlier went for $7500 - https://bringatrailer.com/listing/2003-bmw-540i-70/

That is a a ridiculous value IMHO. If you are able to do basic DIY and budget just as much as you would for a newer car out of warranty for repairs, you could drive one of the best 4 door sedans ever built.

Under the skin there is not too much different between the newer and older (15-20 years) cars. It is just all the interior tech and bits.

Exactly my point. The only reason it brings that kind of value is because of the mtech pkg. not sure of number built but it was rare, and that's what you're paying for. At the same time i could've bought an e39 m5 for that price a few years back, granted it had minor issues that needed to be addressed. now try to find one in that price range...

Like others said...the manual is rare, If i hadn't purchased my f10 I would've given you $9k cash all day...I have yet to actually see a MSport F10 manual. to me it's like bigfoot, people say they've seen him, but does he exist lmao

[Keyser Soze]

I sold my 2013 M-Sport 535 F10 6-speed manual with 35k miles on it back in October and there was a stampede of people after it, especially from Los Angeles (I am in Sacramento). I was the original owner and it was in beyond excellent shape with only mild cosmetic upgrades, though. There are definitely nerds! out there that still want a MT, they will find you!

I would suggest to sell your car:

1. Autotrader/Cars.com Ad with the Carfax paid for
2. Craiglist Ad that also links to 1.
3. Take a TON of high quality pics with a real camera
4. Load those raw pics on a premium Dropbox account in a folder, link to it on 1., 2.
5. Have all your receipts/invoices/history all scanned and also loaded onto Dropbox.
6. Be honest in pointing out any dings, wear, repairs, issues.
7. Be willing to take it for a PPI, etc and address any outstanding issues.

......heck even add a startup video, etc as well to Dropbox....I did

Bring A Trailer is an excellent place to look at high effort sales posts to imitate. I cannot believe how many crappy low effort ads with blurry pics are out there on Cars/Autotrader/CL etc. You will get maximum value and a happy new owner if you put some effort into it.

[Jason60051]

I wouldn't call your car 'rare' because of an interior color and manual. Let's be honest...the general public doesn't buy manual cars. And if you do find a manual nerd they will beat you up on price anyway. I owned a 2011 535i manual and it wasn't rare and it didn't fetch a rare price.

[Bmyguy88]

Originally Posted by Keyser Soze

I sold my 2013 M-Sport 535 F10 6-speed manual with 35k miles on it back in October and there was a stampede of people after it, especially from Los Angeles (I am in Sacramento). I was the original owner and it was in beyond excellent shape with only mild cosmetic upgrades, though. There are definitely nerds! out there that still want a MT, they will find you!

I would suggest to sell your car:

1. Autotrader/Cars.com Ad with the Carfax paid for
2. Craiglist Ad that also links to 1.
3. Take a TON of high quality pics with a real camera
4. Load those raw pics on a premium Dropbox account in a folder, link to it on 1., 2.
5. Have all your receipts/invoices/history all scanned and also loaded onto Dropbox.
6. Be honest in pointing out any dings, wear, repairs, issues.
7. Be willing to take it for a PPI, etc and address any outstanding issues.

......heck even add a startup video, etc as well to Dropbox....I did

Bring A Trailer is an excellent place to look at high effort sales posts to imitate. I cannot believe how many crappy low effort ads with blurry pics are out there on Cars/Autotrader/CL etc. You will get maximum value and a happy new owner if you put some effort into it.

All of this is great advice!

[chotik]

Originally Posted by Encendido3

For what it's worth, my 2011 535 with 6MT was just totaled and the insurance valued it at $13.5k. It had 89k miles. Here's the VIN if you want to compare spec sheets. WBAFR7C52BC267526

Hello. I searched by vin your previous car and find your posts here. I want to buy this car from copart. And could you say about car something? Before damage was any troubles or something else? Transmission is in good condition? Engine? Oil consumption? thanks

[Encendido3]

Originally Posted by chotik

Hello. I searched by vin your previous car and find your posts here. I want to buy this car from copart. And could you say about car something? Before damage was any troubles or something else? Transmission is in good condition? Engine? Oil consumption? If you can mail me on (katso85@gmail.com) thanks

The car was great. It did have the dreaded serpentine belt issue where it got sucked in but was taken care of. Had new OFHG, VCG, and oil pan gasket done. Has a new steering rack that I had put in a few months prior to the accident. And has damn near new pirelli tires.....shit I might just buy it back and part it out now 😭

If you do buy it, let me know. I found the 2nd key for it in my safe.

[chotik]

Originally Posted by Encendido3

The car was great. It did have the dreaded serpentine belt issue where it got sucked in but was taken care of. Had new OFHG, VCG, and oil pan gasket done. Has a new steering rack that I had put in a few months prior to the accident. And has damn near new pirelli tires.....shit I might just buy it back and part it out now 😭

If you do buy it, let me know. I found the 2nd key for it in my safe.

Wow, car is in good condition .thank you .if i buy i will write to you .thanks bro

[chotik]

Originally Posted by chotik

Wow, car is in good condition .thank you .if i buy i will write to you .thanks bro

And i heard manual transmissions have problems. That 1st gear popsout. It trans is good?

[Encendido3]

Originally Posted by chotik

And i heard manual transmissions have problems. That 1st gear popsout. It trans is good?

I had the car for a year with no transmission issues. My original plan was to buy it back but just didn't have the time to mess with the repairs as I was without a car. It was damn near perfect. Also was getting 25mpg city which I miss. My auto is only getting 21.7 haha

[chotik]

Originally Posted by Encendido3

I had the car for a year with no transmission issues. My original plan was to buy it back but just didn't have the time to mess with the repairs as I was without a car. It was damn near perfect. Also was getting 25mpg city which I miss. My auto is only getting 21.7 haha

Thanks for all . I will try today to win

[chotik]

Originally Posted by chotik

Thanks for all . I will try today to win

Update: sold for 5600$ i did't bought

[Rob09msport]

That's sucks .