Emailing you a figure will not happen but we can
converse about it.
It's a flippin' Auction!
That means...your
number counts...not
mine.
Oh, and by the way, if
you've sent me an email with one of the lame questions above, I'll instantly
presume you haven't taken the time to even read the content of the listing and
that you have no intention of buying at any relevant market value figure. 26
Years in the business has taught me that serious buyers read every line, look at
every picture and research well enough on their own to feel confident to make
offers.
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magic.
2005 BMW M3 Coupe
with
VF480 Stage II Supercharger
Follow this link to
VF Engineering's E46 page and be sure to watch their videos.
*
This item replaced or seriously upgraded.
Recent Service
New Flex Disc
New Motor Mounts
Intense
Speed, Exceptional Quality and Reliability
Back-story
from the owner...
So, you have been looking for
the nicest, best kept and maintained modified
BMW M3 you can find...and you are here on eBay
because you have already seen a bunch in your
neck of the woods and they have all been less
than even your lowest expectation of quality. I
know how you feel. Every week I go to specialty
auctions and dealer-only auctions to find the
best of the best in what I call "niche autos".
I'll see roughly 1500-3000 local cars on my
lists every week. First, I sit at my desk and
overview the online lists and pick out the cars
I've come to know are hard to find and great for
my business model of exclusively marketing on
eBay. The M3s are always hitting that list when
they show up. Two to three a month show up
between the three major auctions and a few local
classifieds. I've seen twenty to thirty a year
for the last five to seven years I have been
looking for them. That's a bunch, and yet, this
is one of only a handful M3s I have ever bought
that was nice enough for my business and the
first one that is Supercharged. I am extremely
picky about what I buy. Ownership history,
service history and condition, condition,
condition are very important to me. All too
often, high-end luxury cars are not cared for as
well as they should be...but some are. This is
one you won't want to let slip past you.
Original spectacular paint, stunning original
interior, a service history that was by the book
and modern looks and class, not to mention
awesome modifications...what more could you
want? A great deal? OK, got that covered too.
No, you will not be buying this car for
wholesale or low book values, but you and I
already know you get what you pay for. If you
want unmatched quality, service care and
condition, this car is a rare find. Listen to
what Foy, our writer had to say about his
weekend in this car. Then really look at
the service history recorded below. Look at
every picture very carefully and see the
stunning condition up close and personal...then
make your call with your offer; you won't be
disappointed.
2-owner 2005 BMW M3 coupe in superb
condition with 79,052 miles. Records indicate it
was regularly serviced at BMW dealerships and some time
within the last couple of years (we think) the 2nd owner ponied
up over 10-large (cost of parts only) for a
top-of-the-line VF Engineering Stage II supercharger
system, headers and exhaust. This is likely when
the carbon fiber wrap was applied and the wheels powder
coated. With this setup and custom tune, per VF
Engineering the car now makes around 480 horsepower and
torque increased from 262 to 340. After spending a
week in this incredible BMW, I won't even pretend to be
objective. Pick your favorite onramp, spin the fire-breathing
S54 engine past 7-grand in third gear and I guarantee you'll
drink the Kool-Aid too. It's one of those rare
vehicles that, after a few days, the pedals begin to
feel like a natural extension of your legs, the shifter becomes part of your arm and
communication between tarmac, steering wheel rim to
fingertips becomes symbiotic. Explosive, precise
performance on a very intimate level, with emphasis on
explosive . . .
provenance
6-05
compliance
label build date
7-20-05
2005 BMW battery log form
7-25-05
California DMV - Redlands
59 miles
8-11-05
BMW of Palm Springs - Palm Springs,
California - pre-delivery inspection
9-26-05
BMW of Palm Springs - Palm Springs,
California - inspection
8-19-05
California DMV - Redlands
8-31-05
California DMV
3-30-06
BMW of Riverside - Riverside, California -
tires checked
9,005
6-6-06
BMW of Palm Springs - Palm Springs,
California - LOF
6-22-07
BMW of Riverside - Riverside, California -
inspection, new brake fluid
24,603
7-26-07
California DMV - Redlands
1-28-08
BMW of Riverside - Riverside, California -
new tires and a fuse
32,057
9-29-08
Texas auto auction - sold at auction
35,931
Aleman Motors - Dallas, Texas
35,990
10-7-08
Mortiz Auto Group - Fort Worth, Texas -
inspection, repair interior trim, LOF
36,248
11-18-08
Texas auto auction
36,329
1-2-09
Nevada DMV - Henderson
36,500
1-6-09
Desert BMW of Henderson - Henderson,
Nevada - inspection, new front rotors and rear brake
pads, 4-wheel alignment
37,565
2-24-09
Desert BMW of Henderson - Henderson,
Nevada - inspection, new drive belt(s)
39,164
3-23-09
Nevada DMV - Henderson
3-27-09
Desert BMW of Henderson - Henderson,
Nevada - inspection
41,707
4-16-09
Nevada DMV - Henderson
6-20-09
Desert BMW of Henderson - Henderson,
Nevada - inspection
44,666
12-14-09
Nevada emissions - Henderson
50,881
12-8-10
Nevada emissions - Henderson
60,204
12-9-10
Nevada DMV - Henderson
12-28-11
Nevada emissions/DMV - Henderson
68,819
supercharger system may have been
installed around this time
7-11-12
Nevada emissions - Henderson
69,237
7-13-12
Nevada DMV - Henderson
6-25-13
Nevada DMV - Henderson
7-19-13
Nevada emissions/DMV - Henderson
73,602
12-6-13
Dersert BMW of Henderson - Henderson,
Nevada - inspection
77,124
1-29-14
Carmax - Henderson, Nevada
78,640
2-18-14
A-Best Auto - Henderson, Nevada - new flex
disc, motor mounts and auxiliary fan switch, install QTP
electric exhaust cutout
78,665
3-7-14
current
79,052
Your First Drive
Open the frameless door and settle into a
comfortably snug leather seat. Push in the clutch,
turn the key and the big six springs immediately to life.
For sharper throttle response you need to be in Sport mode
so find neutral and press the Sport button located on the
lower center stack. While
you're there, you might want to turn off Dynamic
Stability Control (DSC) too. Wheel-spin will
continually activate the system and boost builds so quickly,
with 480 horsepower and a manual transmission, rear wheel
traction can be an issue. Buckle up, find first, bring
the RPMs up a little and ease out of the clutch.
Engagement is smooth but the engine is so rev happy, a light
throttle can feel almost like a launch. Big power is on
tap from 2,000 RPM all the way to eight grand. That's
a pretty big spread and it is difficult to overstate the
ferocious, type-A personality of this drive train.
Everything is hair trigger but the real
eye opener for me was how firmly it pulls at speeds over 100
MPH. Choose your own adjective; frenetic, blistering,
spine tingling, bone chilling or just down right scary; full
whack in the lower gears is a thrilling experience no matter how
many times you do it . . .
Cornering
Prowess
Just as intense is the handling.
Initial turn-in is instant and bite throughout the corner seems to
defy the laws of physics. This is a comfortable 2-door
sedan that handles like a Boxster or S2000.
Powerful brakes clamp enormous cross drilled rotors that
will zing your wife's bouffant around her face no matter how
much Aqua Net she uses. Notice the tight body seams on
this no hit, no accident cream puff. There are no
rattles, the car does not vibrate at any speed, the air
blows ice cold and the Harman Kardon sound system is epic .
. .
Fenders Full of
Rubber
Compared to a normal 3-series, the M3
gets flared fender arches and a squat, deadly serious
stance. Curbside swagger is a given and few cars
have the street cred of an M3. Stoplight wannabes think they are squaring off with a
333 horsepower car. The choice is yours; inflict a
supercharged 500 horse education, or not . . .
Wide 275/30ZR19
Sumitomo UHP Rear Tires
Rear diffuser with twin tips and if
you look close you can just make out the QTP cutout on
the left side . . .
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Quick Time Performance 3.5 inch electric
cutout with a down-turned stainless tip. Hold the
rocker switch (under the center armrest) for a 10-count and your Bimmer screeeeams
like a race car. Close it again for a neighborhood
watch approved quality that still manages to sound mean
. . .
Rare Quality
Vehicle
It's not just a (insanely) fast car,
it's a fast car in exceptional condition.
You can see how straight the body is and the whole car
is like that. It doesn't take long to appreciate
the respect this M3 has been given since day one.
Tail and turn signal lights are LED and this BMW has
"Adaptive" brake lights. Under normal braking the
center 20 leds light up. During hard or emergency
braking the outer 12 leds on either side illuminate also
. . .
Cop magnet?
About two hours before sitting down to
finish writing this ad, I got a speeding ticket in this car.
While I can't blame the BMW, I will say that heroic velocity
feels very casual behind the wheel. Acceleration is
definitely an
adrenaline rush but the car is so firmly planted, triple
digits feels like a Sunday drive or, like today, a Friday
afternoon commute right into a speed trap. It's an easy car to enjoy going
fast in because it does everything so unbelievably well and
I'll say it again; this M3 is not just a blindingly fast
car, it is an amenity rich, comfortable cruise missile with
spectacular leg room. (6'4" here and almost have to move
the seat up) Exceptional condition, low miles,
headers
and a professionally installed high-dollar supercharger
system, fully sorted with all the kinks ironed out.
Despite the $195 scolding from my wife waiting for me when I
get home, I hand back the keys with much regret.
-Foy
Warp Speed Doesn't Have
to be Uncomfortable
The grey leather interior is in knock-out
condition and
both seats are 8-way power adjustable. This car also
has the optional aluminum interior trim and a thundering Harman Kardon sound system with 10-premium speakers and two
subwoofers. It's a great place to conduct the business
of driving . . .
You're going to love the slide-out thigh
support and the tilt/telescopic steering wheel too.
Both seats pivot up out of the way for easy back seat entry
. . .
Variable warning tachometer lights orange
at 4,000 to 8,000 rpm when the engine is cold and go out one
at a time as it warms up . . .
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This digital readout displays
engine temperature but under acceleration it shows boost
level.
Leather wrapped shift knob is lighted,
glowing a matching orange to the cluster at night. I'm
calling this key a "Smart Key." Instead of a separate
fob, all remote functions are accessed through the key
itself. Additionally, the ignition recharges the
battery inside the key while driving . . .
3.2 Liter Inline 6-Cylinder Engine
(S54)
VF Engineering rated at 480 horsepower and 340
ft-lbs. torque
VF480 stage II supercharger
system includes: Vortech V3 centrifugal supercharger, cast
iron intake manifold with slide-in intercooler cartridge,
ECU flash, polypropylene water reservoir, high density water
radiator, Bosch water pump, Bosch fuel pressure regulator,
Bosch EV14 fuel injectors, NGK spark plugs, GReddy Type-R
bypass valve, aluminum supercharger bracket, cast aluminum
air intake and K & N induction filter with air box.
Vortech V3 centrifugal supercharger . . .
Hold the rocker switch under the center
armrest left or right to open/close the electric exhaust
cutout . . .
Carbon fiber wrap and carbon fiber grille
kidney trim . . .
BMW trunk lid roundel (left) and carbon
fiber front fender gills. (right)
The shot on the left was taken sometime in
2008 when the car had about 36,000 miles. Today (at
right) the quality and condition is essentially the same but
the look is decidedly different. With nearly 150 more
horsepower than stock, performance is different too. A
lot different.
Before supercharger installation at
left, after on the right.
The stage II kit is so well laid out, it
looks like a factory installation. Everything fits
under a stock hood and the system draws air in from behind
the left fog light.
Undercarriage is clean, dry and almost
stock . . .
The only change seen here is the exhaust
and electric cutout on the left . . .
The picture at left is with the aluminum
front pan removed for a better view of the headers and heat
wrap. On the right is the enormous reservoir for the
intercooler. It's a pretty slick solution that
provides a large amount of water, completely concealed
behind the front air dam that doesn't change ride height at
all.
A closer view of the exhaust heat wrap . .
.
Stainless steel pipes all tucked up nice
and pretty . . .
Quick Time Performance 3.5 inch electric
exhaust cutout.
VIN Decode:
WBSBL93465PN63287
country
W
Germany
manufacturer
B
BMW
type
S
passenger car
line
B
M3 coupe
series
L
M3 coupe, 2001-02
body type ?
9
M3 ?
vehicle type ?
3
passenger vehicle ?
restraint system
4
active belts, driver/front passenger frontal, side,
side curtain and rear side airbags
check digit
6
matches per NHTSA
model year
5
2005
assembly plant
P
Regensburg,
Germany
sequential production number
N63287
Compliance label with June, 2005 build date.
Engine stamp.
I can't say enough good about the
incredible brakes on this M3. Enormous cross
drilled rotors and plenty left on the pads.
Original owner books.
A note from the owner.
I am a “used car dealer” but before that,
I’m an automobile enthusiast. I love original rare and high
quality modified vintage cars and over the past decade I’ve
been in business, have come to appreciate an expanding
selection of high-demand, high value vehicles. I specialize
in and am always on the lookout for cars and trucks that
were cherished by their previous owners. I have an
experienced eye for quality but I’ve discovered that my
preferred buyer can instantly discern such a vehicle and I
have therefore, built my business and reputation around
finding these kinds of cars for this type of customer.
Super low miles and/or gentle ownership are strict
requirements but a car must do something for me on a
personal level if there is any hope of convincing you, the
bidder, that this is an above average, exceptional
vehicle. If nothing about the car excites me, it probably
won’t do much for you either and I would soon be out of
business.
With just four employees and no sales
people, I realize how unusual a “dealership” like mine may
at first glance appear. It has taken great care and effort
to create such an organization and often, an unusually high
investment in a particular car we are about to list. To
sell the best it is critical to have a trusted expert in my
corner and Chris, owner of
A-Best Auto Repair
in Henderson, Nevada has my back. He and his crew can fix
anything; from a low budget beater to the absolute
most expensive exotic you can name, no job is too big and no
small detail unimportant. They do an exhaustive 130 point
inspection on each and every vehicle and nothing escapes
their methodical investigation. Experience has shown that
everything I spend making a car truly “right” will come back
to me not only with a higher selling price, but a happy
customer that says good things about me. Moreover; it
allows my writer to describe the car with ease and
confidence, something that simply is not possible unless
he thinks it is true. If major issues are found or the
cost of fixing the car the way it should be makes it too
expensive to sell, my choice is an easy one. I simply
absorb a few hundred dollars loss for my trouble and sell it
at auction.
After the vehicle is fully sorted it
arrives at our facility where it encounters the suspicious
eye of Tom, my writer that creates the presentations you see
on eBay. He believes absolutely nothing I or anyone else
tells him about the car as he combs over every inch,
researches its history and documents originality and
authenticity. Historical significance, rarity, special
features, possible modifications and much more are used to
accurately describe the vehicle with integrity and honesty.
Most important for the potential buyer are the 100 to 150
high resolution pictures that I take myself. The pricey
equipment I use would be right at home in the hands of the
very best professional photographers and I’ve developed a
logical format that walks you around the entire vehicle with
close-up shots of every square inch. I provide detailed
views of the interior, under the hood and then put it on a
lift to show the undercarriage and confirm that the beauty
of the car you are considering is not merely skin deep.
Even our detailers are enthusiastic about the cars they so
meticulously clean. This reconditioning can sometimes take
several days and I’ve converted a paint booth, especially
prepared for the professional clay bar and polishing each
car lovingly receives.
Usually, I’ll also include a high
definition video that shows the car doing its thing. If
it’s a fast car, we film it going fast. If it’s a 4x4
you’ll see it crawling up a hill. In every case you will
hear things like a rumbling exhaust, working sound system
and watch the temperature fall on a digital, laser
thermometer pointed at an air conditioning vent. How many
“dealers” will video a Lotus Esprit doing a buck-eighty? We
do.
No “dealer,” on-line or in the real
world, takes it to this level. No other seller or
organization provides you, the buyer, with so much
information. I do this because it is the only way I can
convince a person; often a world away, unable to touch or
feel their purchase, that my vehicle is for real and what I
say is the truth. All the above is necessary for me to stay
in business while keeping integrity intact. I want every
buyer to be happy and I need glowing feedback on
eBay. To accomplish that I need satisfied customers that
are as thrilled with their purchase as I was when I bought
it.
If you have any questions at all, please
call me on my cell at: 702-353-7500. If your inquiry is
sincere and your offer serious, you’ll find me the most
accommodating business partner you’ve ever dealt with. If
you call or e-mail asking for my reserve or “what is my
bottom line” I will be looking for ways to politely end the
conversation. Until you are ready to actually pull the
trigger, I will happily quote you the absolute highest
nationally advertised suggested retail price I can find – a
number we both know will not buy the car so, don’t waste
your time, or mine. I am after all, a “used car dealer.”
Serious buyers know the maximum they can
offer. I then must simply decide if I can sell for that
number.
If you hit the reserve, the decision is no
longer mine. I must sell at that number.
I don't respond to emails
asking for "bottom line, sale price, reserve, or Buy-it-Now"
figures on top line cars.
THE ONLY WAY YOU GET THOSE
FIGURES IS TO CALL ME!
The book values posted below are relevant to "real" selling
figures.
NADA & KBB wouldn't be
in business if their values were not real but their figures
are averaged for the entire nation. If this car is less than or
better than this average, bid or offer accordingly.
Please
ask about our service programs and pricing.
Cars
sold without warranties are sold As-Is.
Waiver's of Warranty
will be signed if declined.
All automobiles have breakdowns; some minor,
some serious. I know, because I fix them
without the advantage of a warranty. You don't have to.
Seriously consider a safety net for the unknown.
Most vehicles are
already pre-qualified for the warranties with AULcorp.com
Terms of Sale
This vehicle is safely stored in
our beautiful climate controlled showroom in Boulder
City, Nevada. We are just 25 minutes from Las
Vegas International Airport (McCarran) and welcome the
opportunity to meet the winning bidder there and drive
them to our facility for vehicle delivery. We have
years of experience with vehicle shipping, nationwide
and across the globe. We stand ready to facilitate
whatever arrangements are necessary, at the buyers
request and expense. This vehicle will not be
delivered or released for shipment until complete
payment is received and all funds have cleared.
Third party, pre-purchase vehicle
inspections are welcome BEFORE the auction
ends. We are happy to answer questions about this
vehicle and resolve any concerns you may have
BEFOREYOUBID
and BEFORETHEAUCTIONENDS. . .
THEREARENOEXCEPTIONS. If you are in the Las
Vegas area, we invite you to stop by for a
demonstration.
A $1000 non-refundable
partial payment must be received 24 hours from the end
of this auction . We prefer VISA but will accept
PayPal if necessary.
Full payment must be received
within four (4) business days of the end of
auction. Cashiers-check, direct deposit or cash in
person are acceptable but BANK to BANK WIRE
TRANSFER IS PREFERRED for US winners and
required for all winning bidders outside the United
States. Loan checks can be accepted only after
prior approval from the owner, Doug Williams. M/Os
will NEVER be accepted. CHECKS
in ANY FORM MUST BE CLEARED as CASHABLE FUNDS before
delivery of any item.
Free and clear title is in seller's
possession and will be transferred upon payment in full.
Important:
Winning bidders on-line enter a legal and binding
contract to purchase the vehicle presented here.
Bidders that win the auction and then do not pay, will
be aggressively pursued. Non-paying bidders will
be prosecuted. If you do not intend to purchase
this vehicle, DO NOT BID.
We will happily
do whatever is required to assist a legitimate
bidder that intends to purchase the vehicle with
their transaction.
This vehicle sold AS-IS,
with no warranty. This is not a new vehicle, it is
used. A used vehicle will have normal wear and
tear congruent to its age and/or mileage. This
vehicle may have dings, scratches or other indications
of use because it has been used. Terms such as
"perfection," "flawless" or "mint" may not be subjective
but all other descriptions are.
When you bid, you understand and
agree to these terms.
Sales tax, smog and title fees may be
applicable to Nevada residents.
A document
fee of $200.00 will be added to the closing
auction price.
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optional 15 day drive-away permit is available for
$8.25.
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We reserve the right to cancel
bids if necessary to protect our
clients.
Research for this ad was
done with all due diligence toward an accurate
presentation of the facts. All information herein
represents our sincere effort to be correct. If we
have made any errors or provided information later found
to be inaccurate, we will correct these mistakes and
resolve any issues that occur as a result, as far as it
is within our ability to do. Descriptive words
like "perfect" or "flawless" are subjective opinions
because nothing is perfect; flaws are inevitable.
If you question what you see, feel free to inspect our
vehicles in person or by a professional inspection
service strictly prior to the close of the
auction. Post auction inspections are unacceptable
and we reserve the right to sell to the follow up bidder
immediately.
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Back in June, Toyota and BMW announced a "memorandum of understanding" outlining plans for the two companies to join forces on future products and technology development. On Thursday, they signed a more formal and binding agreement that goes further into detail about the partnership, and it all sounds pretty exciting. The two announced they will work together in four main areas: Joint development of a fuel cell system "Set up a feasibility study to define a joint platform concept for a mid-size sports vehicle"
Ferrari has long been known for the exclusivity of its performance machines. It's on a different level than Porsche, BMW, and Mercedes. But as it transitions to a new era of independence from Fiat Chrysler, Ferrari is going to get a little less exclusive. It's by design, and it means a subtle, slow ramp-up of production – a move Ferrari believes will ensure its future by meeting growing demand in new markets. The strategy was detailed in SEC documents filed this month as part of the company's pending stock offering. The files reveal Ferrari will gradually increase shipments to about 9,000 units per year by 2019. This is a reversal of Ferrari's 2013 plans to cap production at 7,000 cars annually, which it hit on the nose that year. Ferrari shipments inched up to 7,255 in 2014, though that's down from 2012's record tally of 7,405. Ferrari is a vastly different operation than it was in 2013. Longtime chairman Luca di Montezemolo stepped down last fall, and FCA chief executive Sergio Marchionne has been overseeing the company since then. Its IPO has attracted high levels of attention from enthusiasts and investors. As expected, demand has reportedly outstripped the availability of the stock, which has an estimated offering price of $48 to $52 a share. Speaking of more Ferraris, the company revealed a limited-edition model this week called the F12tdf (shown above). Based on the F12 Berlinetta, the car is a salute to the Tour de France endurance auto race that Ferrari dominated in the 1950s and '60s. The V12 engine's output increases to 769 horsepower, while weight is cut by 243 pounds – allowing for a sprint to 60 mph in 2.9 seconds. Dramatic carbon-fiber elements and a radical redesign of the body panels give the F12 a more dramatic look. It will be limited to 799 units over the life of the car. If this is how Ferrari is increasing production, we're more than okay with the company's new strategy. OTHER NEWS & NOTES Tesla software unlocks Autopilot features Tesla released the latest version of its software for the Model S this week, which allows the all-electric sedan to drive in a semi-autonomous state called Autopilot. Tesla Version 7.0 enables the Model S to maintain lane position, change lanes by touching the turn signal, and manage the car's speed using an advanced, traffic-sensing cruise control. It also has a parallel parking feature, which searches for open spots and then parks your Tesla.
In many ways, we're living in a golden age of automotive performance. After all, it's possible to show up at a Dodge dealer, hand over about $60,000 and storm away with a 707-horsepower Challenger Hellcat. Or for those who prefer a touch more luxury, the BMW M4, Mercedes-AMG C63 and latest Cadillac ATS-V offer between 425 and 503 horsepower, depending on your pick, with a bit more poshness. However, none of these powerful vehicles fit the classic definition of a two-place, droptop sports car, and according BMW head of sales Ian Robertson, that's because the segment is very much in the doldrums. According to Robertson, two factors seriously wounded the classic sports car market. First, the global economic crisis of a few years ago put a serious hurt on sales, according to Bloomberg. Further worsening the situation, the boom in popularity of luxury SUVs and crossovers in the past few years hasn't allowed for much recovery. Even car-hungry China hasn't helped much because of the smog in many cities and preference among some of the very rich there to be chauffeured. Combined, Audi TT, BMW Z4 and Mercedes-Benz SLK sales peaked around 114,000 units a year in 2007, but they are only expected to reach 72,000 annually by the end of the decade. Robertson is pretty pessimistic about the market's comeback too. "Post-2008, it just collapsed. I'm not so sure it'll ever fully recover," he said to Bloomberg.
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