I have an AA short shift lever (just the lever) removed from a '93 325i. As you can see in the pics linked below, it's in fine shape. There is some very, very light scoring on the ball from regular use (it's a few years old) and the part that is exposed under the car is a bit crusty, but shifting action was excellent when it was removed. I'm putting in a solid race shifter as part of a race car build, so this one is available. The lever gives a pretty low knob and a very short throw, but very smooth action--no notchiness. I didn't have any noticeable slop, either. It's a great unit.

$65 shipped in the lower 48.

Pics:
Pic 1 - Lever (http://picasaweb.google.com/tammerfarid/PartsForSaleE28E36/photo#5197110214248537762)
Pic 2 - Lever (http://picasaweb.google.com/tammerfarid/PartsForSaleE28E36/photo#5197110244313308850)
Pic 3 - Lower part of lever (http://picasaweb.google.com/tammerfarid/PartsForSaleE28E36/photo#5197110300147883730)
Here's how it looked installed with a TMS carbon-fiber knob (not included) (http://picasaweb.google.com/tammerfarid/QuasiSE36TrackBuild/photo#5025687819357591618)

Thanks for looking!
-tammer

hi...aside from the knob, would i need anything else to install this on my e36? if not, i'm very interested.

hi...aside from the knob, would i need anything else to install this on my e36? if not, i'm very interested.
No. It makes sense to replace the nylon cup bushing in the shift carrier when you replace the shifter, but other than that it's a 30-minute install.

-tammer

If he doesn't want it, I'll take it. I have PayPal ready. Shoot me a PM.