Full conversion M3 e91 LCI manual S65 build: BlueM3Wagon

Cyberdemon · 10-30-2020, 10:32 AM

Given that this M5 Touring conversion just went for $45k with 125k miles I honestly think you'd kill it on BAT.

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/19...40i-touring-5/

CSBM5 · 10-30-2020, 11:31 AM

When Redshift auctioned the "real" E39 M5 wagon conversion last year that sold for $72,000, we had an auction pizza party. When it crossed $50k we figured there's no way bidding can go much higher; same at $60k, $65k, $70k. It was unreal to hear the bidding war "ding" of each new higher bid coming in. His car was unique in that it was based on his 540i M-sport acquired in 2006 with low mileage plus the conversion was immaculate, modern iDrive conversion, trick suspension, etc. Perfect interior, undercarriage immaculate, Stoptech brakes, etc.

The minor problem with this E91 is its salvage title base car. If I was going to put on BaT, I would consider a Trueframe inspection report (or other 3rd party chassis inspection) where they confirm that all the dimensions are factory correct for the unibody, etc. It would go a long way to really, *really*, helping the bidding on a platform like BaT.

Look at Brian's and my auction on BaT (we both sold out 15 year owned E39 M5s on there also) among other top preparers. Pictures everywhere, especially undercarriage detail; videos: cold start, driving, and then a walk-around video where you point out any flaws. The more detail transparent you can be, the more you will attract bidders with cash who might otherwise sit on the sidelines.

GLWA!

derbo · 10-30-2020, 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by BlueM3Wagon

Going to be talking to BAT about featuring and listing this thing. I'm about 80% sure it's going up for sale. I have a side business that needs cash and need to be ready to jump on a house offer in case the perfect one comes up. I never ever thought I'd sell this thing, but it's just a car, and these funds could have serious impact on my life.

Bummer but good luck Mike!

BlueM3Wagon · 10-30-2020, 12:37 PM

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Originally Posted by CSBM5

When Redshift auctioned the "real" E39 M5 wagon conversion last year that sold for $72,000, we had an auction pizza party. When it crossed $50k we figured there's no way bidding can go much higher; same at $60k, $65k, $70k. It was unreal to hear the bidding war "ding" of each new higher bid coming in. His car was unique in that it was based on his 540i M-sport acquired in 2006 with low mileage plus the conversion was immaculate, modern iDrive conversion, trick suspension, etc. Perfect interior, undercarriage immaculate, Stoptech brakes, etc.

The minor problem with this E91 is its salvage title base car. If I was going to put on BaT, I would consider a Trueframe inspection report (or other 3rd party chassis inspection) where they confirm that all the dimensions are factory correct for the unibody, etc. It would go a long way to really, *really*, helping the bidding on a platform like BaT.

Look at Brian's and my auction on BaT (we both sold out 15 year owned E39 M5s on there also) among other top preparers. Pictures everywhere, especially undercarriage detail; videos: cold start, driving, and then a walk-around video where you point out any flaws. The more detail transparent you can be, the more you will attract bidders with cash who might otherwise sit on the sidelines.

GLWA!

Someone else mentioned Trueframe, never heard of it but ill look into it for sure. Glad I have a pretty detailed photo log of the entire undercarriage and how the install was performed.

BlueM3Wagon · 11-12-2020, 02:07 PM

Well that was a terrible waste of 700 bucks. Bought what I thought was a e90 challenge diffuser from a member here and it's doesn't line up at all and too long. Assuming it's an e92 diffuser?

Even with the bolts not in, the diffuser doesn't line up at all on the top or around the sides.

Cyberdemon · 11-12-2020, 03:18 PM

Probably an E92 fitment if the seller didn't confirm. The E92 bumper is about 1.5" longer so thats waht it looks like unless it's just getting hung up on something and needs to push deeper in?

BlueM3Wagon · 11-12-2020, 03:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Cyberdemon

Probably an E92 fitment if the seller didn't confirm. The E92 bumper is about 1.5" longer so thats waht it looks like unless it's just getting hung up on something and needs to push deeper in?

It was notated as e90, still waiting for his response. He bought it from another forum member and said he decided to go another direction and that's why he was selling it.

FMLYSDN · 11-12-2020, 09:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Cyberdemon

Probably an E92 fitment if the seller didn't confirm. The E92 bumper is about 1.5" longer so thats waht it looks like unless it's just getting hung up on something and needs to push deeper in?

It was notated as e90, still waiting for his response. He bought it from another forum member and said he decided to go another direction and that's why he was selling it.

Sounds like his direction was he knew it was for an E92....

Sorry about your luck.

SAMM3Y · 11-12-2020, 09:32 PM

What a scumbag.... I'll give you $200 for it 😂

BlueM3Wagon · 11-12-2020, 09:53 PM

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What a scumbag.... I'll give you $200 for it 😂

Ha! Yeah if I'm stuck with it. Definitely going up. I'm not screwing with trying to make it work.

BlueM3Wagon · 11-13-2020, 10:18 AM

I need to find an e90 M3 local in the area to confirm fitment. Maybe for some reason it isn't fitting mine due to how the bumpers were spliced together for the e91 rear custom setup. Nothing on the bottom half was messed with so I don't understand how it could be but the original seller of this diffuser claims it was a perfect fit on his e90 and the seller I bought it from only had it out of the box to to take pictures for me, he never put it up on his e90 at all.

ZachE90M3 · 11-14-2020, 05:29 PM

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Originally Posted by BlueM3Wagon

Well that was a terrible waste of 700 bucks. Bought what I thought was a e90 challenge diffuser from a member here and it's doesn't line up at all and too long. Assuming it's an e92 diffuser?

Even with the bolts not in, the diffuser doesn't line up at all on the top or around the sides.

Does this mean you aren't selling it anymore lol.

BlueM3Wagon · 11-14-2020, 08:52 PM

I was just putting pieces on I had sitting in the garage: won't know if I'm selling until after the New Years, just too much going on right now.

BlueM3Wagon · 01-25-2021, 06:14 PM

New project coming in!

4 Doors · 01-25-2021, 06:36 PM

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Originally Posted by BlueM3Wagon

New project coming in!

E39 540iT or which engine?

BlueM3Wagon · 01-25-2021, 06:41 PM

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Originally Posted by BlueM3Wagon

New project coming in!

E39 540iT or which engine?

It's a manual 525i 2001. Haven't seen this color before, one mile from my house and a good price. Need to tackle rust issues, which is unfortunate but should be fun!

PYE46M3 · 01-26-2021, 07:43 AM

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Originally Posted by BlueM3Wagon

It's a manual 525i 2001. Haven't seen this color before, one mile from my house and a good price. Need to tackle rust issues, which is unfortunate but should be fun!

M5 swap??

speed academy on youtube is currently doing a M5 swap on a blue wagon just like that.

BlueM3Wagon · 01-26-2021, 08:13 AM

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Originally Posted by PYE46M3

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Originally Posted by BlueM3Wagon

It's a manual 525i 2001. Haven't seen this color before, one mile from my house and a good price. Need to tackle rust issues, which is unfortunate but should be fun!

M5 swap??

speed academy on youtube is currently doing a M5 swap on a blue wagon just like that.

Yeah I just saw that! Yes M5 swap eventually but first just sorting out issues, flipping some interior and exterior bits and enjoy the m54 manual for a bit.

SYT_Shadow · 01-26-2021, 08:45 AM

So what happened with the E91 M3? Are you keeping it?

BlueM3Wagon · 01-26-2021, 10:09 AM

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So what happened with the E91 M3? Are you keeping it?

Yeah I am keeping it. Everything worked out in the end finance wise and no need to sell it, 2021 looks strong for me personally and my brewery so on to the next project!

SYT_Shadow · 01-26-2021, 10:21 AM

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Originally Posted by BlueM3Wagon

Yeah I am keeping it. Everything worked out in the end finance wise and no need to sell it, 2021 looks strong for me personally and my brewery so on to the next project!

Sweet!!!

BlueM3Wagon · 01-28-2021, 01:06 PM

Womp womp, that deal ain't happening. Way too much rust and underlying mechanical issues. On to the search for the next

10-30-2020, 10:32 AM	#111
Cyberdemon Brigadier General 1538 Rep 3,331 Posts Drives: 2020 X5 40i, 2018 M3 Comp Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Long Island NY iTrader: (3)	Given that this M5 Touring conversion just went for $45k with 125k miles I honestly think you'd kill it on BAT. https://bringatrailer.com/listing/19...40i-touring-5/ __________________ Current: '20 X5, '18 M3 ZCP Previous: '11 E90 335i, '11 E90 M3, '16 VW GTI, '15 M235i, '13 335i, '08 TL-S, '00 Corvette
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CSBM5 Brigadier General 2721 Rep 3,336 Posts Drives: 2019 M2 Comp, 2011 M3, etc Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Greenville, SC iTrader: (2)	When Redshift auctioned the "real" E39 M5 wagon conversion last year that sold for $72,000, we had an auction pizza party. When it crossed $50k we figured there's no way bidding can go much higher; same at $60k, $65k, $70k. It was unreal to hear the bidding war "ding" of each new higher bid coming in. His car was unique in that it was based on his 540i M-sport acquired in 2006 with low mileage plus the conversion was immaculate, modern iDrive conversion, trick suspension, etc. Perfect interior, undercarriage immaculate, Stoptech brakes, etc. The minor problem with this E91 is its salvage title base car. If I was going to put on BaT, I would consider a Trueframe inspection report (or other 3rd party chassis inspection) where they confirm that all the dimensions are factory correct for the unibody, etc. It would go a long way to really, really, helping the bidding on a platform like BaT. Look at Brian's and my auction on BaT (we both sold out 15 year owned E39 M5s on there also) among other top preparers. Pictures everywhere, especially undercarriage detail; videos: cold start, driving, and then a walk-around video where you point out any flaws. The more detail transparent you can be, the more you will attract bidders with cash who might otherwise sit on the sidelines. GLWA! __________________ Current Stable: 2024 G20 M340i Melbourne Red/Cognac 2019 F87 M2 Competition 6MT, LBB, slicktop, exec pkg 2007 E91 328i Silver, slushbox, Eibach fr/E93 M3 rear sway bars, ARC-8
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11-12-2020, 02:07 PM	#115
BlueM3Wagon Captain 856 Rep 943 Posts Drives: 2012 M3 e91 Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Kettering ohio iTrader: (2)	Well that was a terrible waste of 700 bucks. Bought what I thought was a e90 challenge diffuser from a member here and it's doesn't line up at all and too long. Assuming it's an e92 diffuser? Even with the bolts not in, the diffuser doesn't line up at all on the top or around the sides. Attached Images __________________ 2012 E91m3 custom build Follow on Instagram: BlueM3wagon
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Cyberdemon Brigadier General 1538 Rep 3,331 Posts Drives: 2020 X5 40i, 2018 M3 Comp Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Long Island NY iTrader: (3)	Probably an E92 fitment if the seller didn't confirm. The E92 bumper is about 1.5" longer so thats waht it looks like unless it's just getting hung up on something and needs to push deeper in? __________________ Current: '20 X5, '18 M3 ZCP Previous: '11 E90 335i, '11 E90 M3, '16 VW GTI, '15 M235i, '13 335i, '08 TL-S, '00 Corvette
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11-12-2020, 09:32 PM	#119
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11-13-2020, 10:18 AM	#121
BlueM3Wagon Captain 856 Rep 943 Posts Drives: 2012 M3 e91 Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Kettering ohio iTrader: (2)	I need to find an e90 M3 local in the area to confirm fitment. Maybe for some reason it isn't fitting mine due to how the bumpers were spliced together for the e91 rear custom setup. Nothing on the bottom half was messed with so I don't understand how it could be but the original seller of this diffuser claims it was a perfect fit on his e90 and the seller I bought it from only had it out of the box to to take pictures for me, he never put it up on his e90 at all. __________________ 2012 E91m3 custom build Follow on Instagram: BlueM3wagon
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BlueM3Wagon Captain 856 Rep 943 Posts Drives: 2012 M3 e91 Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Kettering ohio iTrader: (2)	I was just putting pieces on I had sitting in the garage: won't know if I'm selling until after the New Years, just too much going on right now. __________________ 2012 E91m3 custom build Follow on Instagram: BlueM3wagon
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01-25-2021, 06:14 PM	#124
BlueM3Wagon Captain 856 Rep 943 Posts Drives: 2012 M3 e91 Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Kettering ohio iTrader: (2)	New project coming in! Attached Images __________________ 2012 E91m3 custom build Follow on Instagram: BlueM3wagon
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BlueM3Wagon Captain 856 Rep 943 Posts Drives: 2012 M3 e91 Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Kettering ohio iTrader: (2)	Womp womp, that deal ain't happening. Way too much rust and underlying mechanical issues. On to the search for the next __________________ 2012 E91m3 custom build Follow on Instagram: BlueM3wagon
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