Won ebay auction at 60K for E90 M3, BMW of Lincoln refusing to honor

STL325i · 03-27-2008, 02:00 AM

go crazy..

-D

anubis · 03-27-2008, 02:18 AM

Ken,

Glad to hear this is finally getting resolved the way you wanted. Just know what a special car that is, considering it bought close to (if not more than) a million people around the world together to fight for one cause in such a short time.
I'm very happy for you and wait eagerly to see the pictures of the new car.
Congratulations!
Maybe I'll see you around PV

MyBlackCar · 03-27-2008, 02:20 AM

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Originally Posted by dgb2

I was thinking the opposite, supplementing the Husker border with something like "This is THE..." Husker BMW

Without a doubt, Dooma will have no trouble selling this car when he decides to trade up for his next car. Who would not want to own "The Infamous Husker M3"?

Avenger · 03-27-2008, 02:22 AM

kart339 · 03-27-2008, 02:26 AM

Good to hear you are moving closer to the goal post Ken! Or should it be the other way about?

Can't wait to see the world famous Huska Bimmer pics!

And btw, just when I thought BMWoL couldn't stoop any lower, they manage to do it again! Trying to put a spin on your finances being the reason for the whole hold up....the gall....

Los Angeles · 03-27-2008, 02:26 AM

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Originally Posted by STL325i

yes i sux at choppin.. hopefully you guys can do better.

Dooma! For great justice!

-D

LOL!!!

Chowbow · 03-27-2008, 02:39 AM

Oh man, I can just see all the Pshops that are going to show up in the following weeks. Epic LOLs are just around the corner...

sayemthree · 03-27-2008, 02:56 AM

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Originally Posted by dooma350

Anyone ever experience anything like this on ebay?
Please feel free to chime in.

no.....I dont buy cars off eBay. thats not a smart thing to do.

AYF82M4 · 03-27-2008, 03:04 AM

Guys, I want to get your thoughts.
But first off, thanks to everyone who wanted to put together a collection for me. Though it was not needed, I still appreciated the gesture, as I have your support, so thank you for that.

I also appreciate Husker implying I cant afford the car, as it allowed me to once again explain to everyone here what the situation was. The evidence speaks for itself, so I think I'll let everyone here decide which version you want to believe.

That said, this got me thinking of some things we could possibly do, after I get my car. When I receive my 2 license plate frames from Husker, Im thinking of AUCTIONING THEM ON EBAY (NO RESERVE!, LOWEST PRICE ON EBAY). My auctions wont have any reserve price listed, and I promise to sell to the highest bidder.
I'll include a certificate of authenticity (genuine Husker plates), picture of frames with me and the car. Maybe a signed M3 post sticker too (I'll have to check with Jason if its cool). Or maybe someone could submit a drawing or something to put in the license frame.

We'll donate half the proceeds to a charity, such as Doctors without borders, or a children's charity. The other half, I would definitely like to donate to my lawyer Scott, as he has put forth alot of time and effort in this.

Anyone have any good ideas for this? What else could we do? Im open to everyones suggestions. Lets have some fun, as Im looking forward to closure on this!

Regards

Ken

Stealth_M · 03-27-2008, 03:11 AM

could someone please make a listing of 'dooma350' on Wikipeia because i can't find anything there.

Avenger · 03-27-2008, 03:13 AM

Ken, first off, congratulations on a well-deserved effort to finally get things resolved. You didn't cower under pressure. And you have done so in a civil righteous manner. I would probably be in trouble with the law if I were in your place.

One suggestion would be to get some professional photos of the M3 alongside you and have it printed (poster-size) at Kinkos with your signed autograph and have it auctioned on where else, eBay. Or maybe you can sell it here or CafePress. I'll think of some more ideas as my mind is a little shut right now after reading the threads I have missed.

AYF82M4 · 03-27-2008, 03:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Avenger

Ken, first off, congratulations on a well-deserved effort to finally get things resolved. You didn't cower under pressure. And you have done so in a civil righteous manner. I would probably be in trouble with the law if I were in your place.

One suggestion would be to get some professional photos of the M3 alongside you and have it printed (poster-size) at Kinkos with your signed autograph and have it auctioned on where else, eBay. Or maybe you can sell it here or CafePress. I'll think of some more ideas as my mind is a little shut right now after reading the threads I have missed.

Good idea....maybe we could have some epic comments under the car or something. I want to throw some more ideas around. Keep them coming!

UsedCarSalesmanwCombOver · 03-27-2008, 03:33 AM

Ken,

What assurances will you have that the car will be in NEW/Perfect condition when you get it? I know the car will be insured when it's trucked to you but you'll have no idea of the "condition" before the trucker ports the car.

Was one of the conditions of the sale that you give excellent feed back when BMW NA calls you in regards to your car buying "experience" with Husker BMW? If so, that's going to be one awkward phone call for you.

AYF82M4 · 03-27-2008, 03:40 AM

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Originally Posted by UsedCarSalesmanwCombOver

Ken,

Was one of the conditions of the sale that you give excellent feed back when BMW NA calls you in regards to your car buying "experience" with Husker BMW? If so, that's going to be one awkward phone call for you.

No, its not a condition of sale anymore.
But I may have trouble keeping a straight face when BMW NA does call and inquires about my purchasing experience. Its very possible the caller may have difficulty too.

UsedCarSalesmanwCombOver · 03-27-2008, 03:45 AM

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Originally Posted by dooma350

No, its not a condition of sale anymore.
But I may have trouble keeping a straight face when BMW NA does call and inquires about my purchasing experience. Its very possible the caller may have difficulty too.

Then don't expect BMW NA to get a hold of you. Chances are Hukster BMW will enter your phone number in wrong by changing a digit unless BMW mails the survey. Too bad you don't live in Lincoln. The dealer would have probably offered you a free tank of gas in exchange for a perfect survey.

Tallest · 03-27-2008, 04:04 AM

SAVE THAT M3 from THOSE GUYS KEN!!!! I hope deal happens soon, i've wasted way too much work time reading this thread!!! I have to work to keep my own BMW on the road.

Should I file a complaint against Husker for wasting my work time?

UsedCarSalesmanwCombOver · 03-27-2008, 04:18 AM

Separated at Birth? Or is the tacky hair styling throwing me off?

Masta Flash · 03-27-2008, 04:25 AM

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Originally Posted by MoreA4

Stay With It, VW Vortexers are pulling for you!

Looking at the pictures on the eBay link... the maintenance on the engine is horrible. This has probably been covered already but I fear these A-holes would be down right low and sabotage the car

Good luck Dooma!

bolmedias14 · 03-27-2008, 04:38 AM

16 pages more since my last post? Oh my. Keep it up Ken.

MMMMM3 · 03-27-2008, 04:40 AM

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Originally Posted by DCLeopard91

not really...read eBay rules. it just means you can instantly purchase it at that price while the auction is still going IF it hasn't reached that price yet. If it has, the Buy It Now disappears since the seller will obviously only want to sell at the higher price.

Why would a buyer pay more than the buy it now price? Defeats the purpose of an auction to have a buy it now price anyway. Buy it now should only apply to a no reserve auction, and the auction should end when you reach the buy it now price. It should function as a ceiling price.

bolmedias14 · 03-27-2008, 04:47 AM

Posting again to make people aware of the FOURTH (that's right, the FOURTH) posting of this story on Autoblog. Seriously, this is getting bigger by the minute.

Masta Flash · 03-27-2008, 05:38 AM

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Originally Posted by rickc

This one is even funnier.. someone please grab this for your avatar.

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AYF82M4 Second Lieutenant 67 Rep 200 Posts Drives: MG F80 M3 ZCP Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Los Angeles, CA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 BMW M3 Sedan [0.00]	Guys, I want to get your thoughts. But first off, thanks to everyone who wanted to put together a collection for me. Though it was not needed, I still appreciated the gesture, as I have your support, so thank you for that. I also appreciate Husker implying I cant afford the car, as it allowed me to once again explain to everyone here what the situation was. The evidence speaks for itself, so I think I'll let everyone here decide which version you want to believe. That said, this got me thinking of some things we could possibly do, after I get my car. When I receive my 2 license plate frames from Husker, Im thinking of AUCTIONING THEM ON EBAY (NO RESERVE!, LOWEST PRICE ON EBAY). My auctions wont have any reserve price listed, and I promise to sell to the highest bidder. I'll include a certificate of authenticity (genuine Husker plates), picture of frames with me and the car. Maybe a signed M3 post sticker too (I'll have to check with Jason if its cool). Or maybe someone could submit a drawing or something to put in the license frame. We'll donate half the proceeds to a charity, such as Doctors without borders, or a children's charity. The other half, I would definitely like to donate to my lawyer Scott, as he has put forth alot of time and effort in this. Anyone have any good ideas for this? What else could we do? Im open to everyones suggestions. Lets have some fun, as Im looking forward to closure on this! Regards Ken __________________ 2018 F80 M3 Mineral Gray 2015 F82 M4 Austin Yellow (Retired) 2011 E90 M3 LeMans Blue (Retired) 2008 E90 M3 Jerez Black (Retired)
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Avenger New Member 0 Rep 14 Posts Drives: Drift Car Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Earth iTrader: (0)	Ken, first off, congratulations on a well-deserved effort to finally get things resolved. You didn't cower under pressure. And you have done so in a civil righteous manner. I would probably be in trouble with the law if I were in your place. One suggestion would be to get some professional photos of the M3 alongside you and have it printed (poster-size) at Kinkos with your signed autograph and have it auctioned on where else, eBay. Or maybe you can sell it here or CafePress. I'll think of some more ideas as my mind is a little shut right now after reading the threads I have missed.
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UsedCarSalesmanwCombOver Enlisted Member 0 Rep 38 Posts Drives: Supercharged Ford Granada Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Purgatory iTrader: (0)	Ken, What assurances will you have that the car will be in NEW/Perfect condition when you get it? I know the car will be insured when it's trucked to you but you'll have no idea of the "condition" before the trucker ports the car. Was one of the conditions of the sale that you give excellent feed back when BMW NA calls you in regards to your car buying "experience" with Husker BMW? If so, that's going to be one awkward phone call for you.
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