Selling the Coupe. Opinions?

[JCK]

Figured I'd post in here first. It's hard to imagine being without this car. I've had it for 4+ years now, and I've been in an MZ3 for 7 years. I'm selling the coupe and moving on to other things. The why isn't all that interesting. My job keeps me very busy, and I need a vehicle that will get me from A to B. Treating the coupe that way doesn't do it justice. I need a vehicle that I can pile gear into from the field, and take it off road in a pinch. Obviously the coupe just doesn't fit the bill anymore. I've put a lot of time and effort into the car, and I love what it became. Frankly though, my priorities have changed, and I don't have the time or energy to devote to the car like I used to.





She's got 34k miles. WORK wheels, Eisenmann, Ground Control, Z4M steering wheel, Dinan strut bar, bi-xenon retrofit, and I think that's it. I haven't been following prices recently, so I am interested in hearing what people think it's worth (honest figures - I can take it). It's currently in Hawaii, which complicates matters, but I'll split shipping with a buyer if I get enough for it.

I'd like it to go to someone on here so I can keep tabs on it a bit.

[tommy1394]

What year is this coupe?

[moonvan]

GLWS that is a nice looking car i wish i had the money for an extra coupe because white is high on my list. great looking car

[IgotBMW]

Very nice!! Can't you keep it and just buy a cheap little truck. You might regret selling her a couple years from now. Just a beautiful ride!!

[the alpinweiss]

i'd say high 20's easy based on mileage.. it's a rare color. Unfortunately it being an S52 hurts the value slightly, but if i had $28-29,000, i'd take it off your hands. that thing is HOT.

[hitchhike79]

Ill be transferring to Hawaii in January, i would love to look at it then and convince you

Price though, i would say while the mileage is great along with the great care and tasteful mods. I think i would shoot for 17-19k.

[coupe du jour]

I'd never part with that car for any less than $25k. NEVER. That's just my opinion.

Sell me your headlights? : )

[jrmartin03]

Hawaii complicates matters a lot as we've seen a few times recently. The beige interior also has not been the most popular. I think with your color, mileage, condition, and modifications you could shoot for $23,500-24,500k. Hopefully someone on here will buy it.

[AbaDaShoe]

As everyone else already stated, I would just buy a beater and keep the coupe!

I'd say you could probably get $21k. Mileage is great, but location and interior color may turn some people off.

Hopefully you just find the right buyer and he makes you an offer you can't refuse.

GLWS
-al

[Z3speed4me]

If I was a serious buyer.... looking for another coupe / first coupe; I'd pay 25 for it right now.
I am sure there is a buyer that would pay 27+ though.

[coupe du jour]

If I was a serious buyer.... looking for another coupe / first coupe; I'd pay 25 for it right now.
I am sure there is a buyer that would pay 27+ though.

Agreed. Unless your desperate, start high and come down as needed. The best time to sell is when you don't have to. Guaranteed, a car like this would show up at EA for $30k...and they'd have no trouble moving it. Different scenario, I know, but you get the idea.

[Jeremy]

If anybody here has a good idea of what is worth, it's Jon. Take a peek at his site for recent sales of S52 Coupes. I'm not sure if there is much in the AW arena recently, but AW should typically demand a bit of a premium over some of the more common colors. Hate to see ya go, Josh. It's a great looking Coupe, and aside from being in Hawaii should be easy to sell.

[mpire]

My opinion is that you are a traitor and that we should start sticking bamboo shards underneath your fingernails.

But that's just a mean thing to say isn't it?

I would strongly suggest you find a cheap civic or pickup truck and just store the beloved Coupe until you have time to enjoy it.

A white coupe is a big plus, the tan interior is a big negative. I think you can probably squeeze top dollar out of the car due to the mileage, but any money you get now for the car will be inadequate to pay for all the therapy you will need in the future if you replace the ultimate BMW with a driving appliance.

Its really hard to live with regret. Do you really want to unleash that on your psyche?

Save yourself and your family the heartache and just suck it up and enjoy the coupe for the rest of your life.

[GB5416]

IMO you have one of the best coupes on the forum, if it were in the continental US it would probably be worth something in the higher twenties. How much is shipping? I hope you change your mind, it will be sad to see you go.

[Jamesons Viggen]

I feel like you had a nearly identical thread 8-10 months ago.

That says to me you are far from settled on this decision.

[JCK]

Thanks for all the comments folks. I agree it's a shame to part with such a rare beast, especially given all the time I've spent perfecting it (in my eyes). But like I said, times change and priorities change. It should be in the hands of someone who has the time and energy to enjoy it. I'm not in any rush to sell it right away. I've got no problem juggling two cars for a while. I'll only sell it for what I deem fair, and to someone who will appreciate it.

The number I had in mind was $24.5k, and that seems to be pretty reasonable from what I am hearing. If I get full price, I will split shipping to San Diego.

[bzaster]

I'd say low 20s...Pic of the z4 steering wheel?

[Terry F.]

I wish I could buy it.

When priorities change, the decision to sell becomes easier. Personally, I hate to see it go, though.

BR,
Terry

[BimmerBreaker]

Thanks for all the comments folks. I agree it's a shame to part with such a rare beast, especially given all the time I've spent perfecting it (in my eyes). But like I said, times change and priorities change. It should be in the hands of someone who has the time and energy to enjoy it. I'm not in any rush to sell it right away. I've got no problem juggling two cars for a while. I'll only sell it for what I deem fair, and to someone who will appreciate it.

The number I had in mind was $24.5k, and that seems to be pretty reasonable from what I am hearing. If I get full price, I will split shipping to San Diego.

I definitely understand the feeling, even though you love the car you own you want to sell it so someone else can enjoy it. I had to do the same thing with my M5, it was one of the harder choices to make, but now I have a car I feel more comfortable DDing and the M5 is in an enthusiast's hands.

However IMO $24.5 might be a tad high. If you were continental US and found someone who truly appreciated all the mods (such as the enthusiasts offering quotes in this thread), it may be worth that. To an average buyer, mods mean molested and that is a turn off whether the mods are tasteful or not. IMO I would take the time to part out the most valuable bits, trade your headlights for stock + cash on top, make some money back doing stuff like that. Otherwise the mods will not add the value you are expecting. I am sure there must be someone willing to trade their roadstars + cash for your wheels; maybe even someone local to you on the island. If your doing this for any financial reason, parting out your mods will net the most return money; though it will take time shipping and whatnot. FWIW I was looking at an AW S52 Coupe for $15K. Just my .02

But ultimately, list the car for what it is worth to you.

[wheelieh]

Thanks for all the comments folks. I agree it's a shame to part with such a rare beast, especially given all the time I've spent perfecting it (in my eyes). But like I said, times change and priorities change. It should be in the hands of someone who has the time and energy to enjoy it. I'm not in any rush to sell it right away. I've got no problem juggling two cars for a while. I'll only sell it for what I deem fair, and to someone who will appreciate it.

The number I had in mind was $24.5k, and that seems to be pretty reasonable from what I am hearing. If I get full price, I will split shipping to San Diego.

I would say your price is fair @ 24,500.

I sold my 99 AW coupe for 22,500 in February. With 69k and stock besides a Remus,shark & CAI.
That car was AW and evergreen interior. A 1of1.

[gnarlycreature]

Get an a to b; Keep the coupe. It's runs of happiness.

[JCK]

I definitely understand the feeling, even though you love the car you own you want to sell it so someone else can enjoy it. I had to do the same thing with my M5, it was one of the harder choices to make, but now I have a car I feel more comfortable DDing and the M5 is in an enthusiast's hands.

However IMO $24.5 might be a tad high. If you were continental US and found someone who truly appreciated all the mods (such as the enthusiasts offering quotes in this thread), it may be worth that. To an average buyer, mods mean molested and that is a turn off whether the mods are tasteful or not. IMO I would take the time to part out the most valuable bits, trade your headlights for stock + cash on top, make some money back doing stuff like that. Otherwise the mods will not add the value you are expecting. I am sure there must be someone willing to trade their roadstars + cash for your wheels; maybe even someone local to you on the island. If your doing this for any financial reason, parting out your mods will net the most return money; though it will take time shipping and whatnot. FWIW I was looking at an AW S52 Coupe for $15K. Just my .02

But ultimately, list the car for what it is worth to you.

I appreciate it. I think what I will do is list it on here for a firm price, which will represent my rock bottom price. I'd much rather be upfront and give my lowest price here so that the car can go to an enthusiast who will maybe post pictures of it now and then. Look out for a thread soon.

Here's a picture of the steering wheel btw:

[mtnbkr]

I just sent you a PM, I am local and am very interested. I have a black 2000 but my wife has always wanted a white w/tan. Please give me a call.

Thanks Jeff

[Z-Thrizzle]

I just sent you a PM, I am local and am very interested. I have a black 2000 but my wife has always wanted a white w/tan. Please give me a call.

Thanks Jeff

Wow, so far it sounds like this coupe was destined to be for your wife. it's the color she wanted AND it's in Hawaii!

[cngizbleevng]

Josh, I remember seeing the coupe at your folks' house a few years back (and following behind it on the way home ). It's truly a beautiful car and I feel the tan looks great with the white exterior.

Good luck with your future plans!