Price Check

jonshmoe · 03-15-2018, 04:42 PM

Have been thinking about selling my 2008 BMW M3. Recently had the engine rebuilt and rod bearings replaced. Was curious to see what I can get for her.

- 2 owner
-103k (rebuilt engine at 97k)
- New brake pads < 1,000 miles ago
-Jerez / Bamboo
-Forgestar F14
- Remus race catback
-Getting ready to do ceramic coating soon.

Thanks!

Transfer · 03-15-2018, 05:07 PM

DCT vs MT? Coupe vs sedan? Accidents? Packages? Number of trunk hookers and/monkeys?

SDPLV · 03-15-2018, 05:17 PM

Anything above 100k is tough to cross $20k range if in perfect condition even with records.

Rebuilt brings value down further, not clear as to why.

Accidents?

What kind of rod bearings?
BE +$1500 to price
VAC +$500 to price
Others including WPC or OEM -$1000

Parting out the mods is better return/easier to sell.

Also, in terms of resale value: ZCPs > E90 MT > E90 DCT = E92 MT > E92 DCT > E93

dkracing · 03-15-2018, 05:57 PM

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Originally Posted by jonshmoe

Have been thinking about selling my 2008 BMW M3. Recently had the engine rebuilt and rod bearings replaced. Was curious to see what I can get for her.

- 2 owner
-103k (rebuilt at 97k)
- New brake pads < 1,000 miles ago
-Jerez / Bamboo
-Forgestar F14
- Remus race catback
-Getting ready to do ceramic coating soon.

Thanks!

Straight KBB says $15k, add maybe $2-3k to that for a price you could legit sell it for.

Take the extras off and sell them separately to make some extra on the back end.

dkracing · 03-15-2018, 05:58 PM

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Originally Posted by DrFerry

Okay, I'll play. $28.5K to $29.5K even with the mods.

I think you are wayyyy high.

94jedi · 03-15-2018, 06:01 PM

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Originally Posted by dkracing

I think you are wayyyy high.

Agreed, forget KBB but I'm thinking 20-24.

deathbunny · 03-15-2018, 06:04 PM

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Originally Posted by dkracing

I think you are wayyyy high.

Agree

I got a trade in quote from Carmax last week of only $26k for a 2012 e92 DCT comp package with every option but sunroof even custom order paint & leather with only 42k miles and a perfect history.

94jedi · 03-15-2018, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by deathbunny

Agree

I got a trade in quote from Carmax last week of only $26k for a 2012 e92 DCT comp package with every option but sunroof even custom order paint & leather with only 42k miles and a perfect history.

yea, that's way low. you'd get closer to 30+ w/ such low mileage. But I get the comparison.

GT3fan · 03-15-2018, 06:55 PM

you didn't mention overall condition, but assuming good with service records; $18-19k.

spiderspider · 03-15-2018, 08:32 PM

I've still only seen one local listing for an E90/E92 M3 with clean title under $20K, and it had 140K miles. I'd want more info on the engine rebuild, but I'd say low 20's.

edit: make that 2. there's one listed in Sacramento looks like a potentially decent deal.

BOOF-M3 · 03-15-2018, 11:50 PM

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Originally Posted by deathbunny

Quote:

Originally Posted by dkracing

I think you are wayyyy high.

Agree

I got a trade in quote from Carmax last week of only $26k for a 2012 e92 DCT comp package with every option but sunroof even custom order paint & leather with only 42k miles and a perfect history.

Carmax has very little vision when it comes to real sports cars. There is a nice market for your car.

jonshmoe · 03-16-2018, 01:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Transfer

DCT vs MT? Coupe vs sedan? Accidents? Packages? Number of trunk hookers and/monkeys?

6MT Coupe.

jonshmoe · 03-16-2018, 01:05 PM

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Originally Posted by SDPLV

Anything above 100k is tough to cross $20k range if in perfect condition even with records.

Rebuilt brings value down further, not clear as to why.

Accidents?

What kind of rod bearings?
BE +$1500 to price
VAC +$500 to price
Others including WPC or OEM -$1000

Parting out the mods is better return/easier to sell.

Also, in terms of resale value: ZCPs > E90 MT > E90 DCT = E92 MT > E92 DCT > E93

Coated OEM bearings. And 1 accident, minor front end damage (under 3k with parts and labor). The Engine was rebuilt, not the title.

jonshmoe · 03-16-2018, 01:07 PM

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Originally Posted by DrFerry

Okay, I'll play. $28.5K to $29.5K even with the mods.

I'll sell it immediately if someone offered that today.

AggieZig · 03-16-2018, 02:56 PM

Based on everything you've mentioned about the car so far, I think $18-21 w/o mods is the ballpark. The accident will take a hit (even if minor) and so will the rebuilt engine (counter-intuitive, but such is the market). There is definitely a psychological impact to being over 100k miles. I know that logically, it doesn't make sense and these cars are proving to be reliable for the most part. But even recently when I was looking for my E90, I almost automatically ruled out cars over 100k for no good reason at all other than "it's rolled the odometer".

As others have mentioned, you'll make more taking the mods off and selling separately. Surprisingly, most seem to hold a decent residual. If you decide to sell, GLWS. Post it here on the forum as cars posted in this community seem to demand a 5-10% premium IMHO.

dparm · 03-16-2018, 03:26 PM

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Originally Posted by DrFerry

Okay, I'll play. $28.5K to $29.5K even with the mods.

No way for a 2008 with 100k. If it was several years newer with half the mileage...maybe.

Low 20s. Pull the mods and sell them -- easy few thousand in your pocket right there. Don't bother spending the money on the coating if you're going to sell it.

so0fresh · 03-16-2018, 04:10 PM

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Originally Posted by SDPLV

Anything above 100k is tough to cross $20k range if in perfect condition even with records.

Rebuilt brings value down further, not clear as to why.

Accidents?

What kind of rod bearings?
BE +$1500 to price
VAC +$500 to price
Others including WPC or OEM -$1000

Parting out the mods is better return/easier to sell.

Also, in terms of resale value: ZCPs > E90 MT > E90 DCT = E92 MT > E92 DCT > E93

why is BE + 1500 and VAC + 500? they essentially are the same bearings lol

Transfer · 03-16-2018, 04:38 PM

$20k selling. $22k listing

SDPLV · 03-16-2018, 06:12 PM

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Originally Posted by so0fresh

Quote:

Originally Posted by SDPLV

Anything above 100k is tough to cross $20k range if in perfect condition even with records.

Rebuilt brings value down further, not clear as to why.

Accidents?

What kind of rod bearings?
BE +$1500 to price
VAC +$500 to price
Others including WPC or OEM -$1000

Parting out the mods is better return/easier to sell.

Also, in terms of resale value: ZCPs > E90 MT > E90 DCT = E92 MT > E92 DCT > E93

why is BE + 1500 and VAC + 500? they essentially are the same bearings lol

Naw. Why you playin.

dparm · 03-17-2018, 04:01 PM

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Originally Posted by BOOF-M3

His issue isn't going to be money as much as it is going to be finding someone interested in it with an accident and a rebuilt motor. I wouldn't think there will be a member here who would be interested. The market of potential buyers is going to be very small. Guys are asking $20k to $22k with nicely conditioned 100k miles cars. Better off keeping it and enjoying it if you ask me. And since you were only curious about what members thought and you are planning on adding ceramic coating it looks like you will be enjoying her for awhile longer.

A small front-end collision is not going to substantially drop the value of the car, IMO. The older a car gets, the higher the chances it will be in an accident and/or need some light paintwork.

BOOF-M3 · 03-17-2018, 04:04 PM

Granted, but there are a ton of 2009's sitting around not selling. I do not see this one jumping over them. Time will tell.

SDPLV · 03-17-2018, 04:30 PM

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Originally Posted by dparm

Quote:

Originally Posted by BOOF-M3

His issue isn't going to be money as much as it is going to be finding someone interested in it with an accident and a rebuilt motor. I wouldn't think there will be a member here who would be interested. The market of potential buyers is going to be very small. Guys are asking $20k to $22k with nicely conditioned 100k miles cars. Better off keeping it and enjoying it if you ask me. And since you were only curious about what members thought and you are planning on adding ceramic coating it looks like you will be enjoying her for awhile longer.

A small front-end collision is not going to substantially drop the value of the car, IMO. The older a car gets, the higher the chances it will be in an accident and/or need some light paintwork.

Personally would never even entertain buying a car with any accident history.

I promise there are many others who are in the same boat as me and as a result would drop the value simply by removing ourselves from that market.

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SDPLV Major 493 Rep 1,003 Posts Drives: 2008 E90 M3 DCT Silverstone II Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Las Vegas iTrader: (1) Garage List 2008 BMW M3 [0.00]	Anything above 100k is tough to cross $20k range if in perfect condition even with records. Rebuilt brings value down further, not clear as to why. Accidents? What kind of rod bearings? BE +$1500 to price VAC +$500 to price Others including WPC or OEM -$1000 Parting out the mods is better return/easier to sell. Also, in terms of resale value: ZCPs > E90 MT > E90 DCT = E92 MT > E92 DCT > E93 __________________ Current: 08 E90 M3 DCT SSII w/ BE RB Swap, H8 Lux 180s, MS Drop-in AF, CF spoiler, CF diffuser, OEM CF leather trim, CF DCT paddles, Custom DCT flatbottom wheel, MirrorTap 9500ix, RockAuto rotors, Hawk HPS pads, AMS ECU 93 Oct Map Tune, GTS DCT update, Slambo custom undertray
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spiderspider Captain 312 Rep 657 Posts Drives: E90 M3 DCT, 991 C4S, E46 330i Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Danville, CA iTrader: (0)	I've still only seen one local listing for an E90/E92 M3 with clean title under $20K, and it had 140K miles. I'd want more info on the engine rebuild, but I'd say low 20's. edit: make that 2. there's one listed in Sacramento looks like a potentially decent deal.
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BOOF-M3 Brigadier General 4452 Rep 4,014 Posts Drives: 2011 M3 Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: South Pasadena Florida iTrader: (1)	Granted, but there are a ton of 2009's sitting around not selling. I do not see this one jumping over them. Time will tell.
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