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1994 Bmw 325is Coupe Grey 2-door 2.5l Sport Package In Chicago Area Gray on 2040-cars

Year:1994 Mileage:95034 Color: Gray /
 Gray
Location:

Buffalo Grove, Illinois, United States

Buffalo Grove, Illinois, United States
Transmission:Manual
Body Type:Coupe
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:2.5L 2494CC 152Cu. In. l6 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
Fuel Type:GAS
For Sale By:Private Seller
VIN: wbabf3320ref46268 Year: 1994
Number of Cylinders: 6
Make: BMW
Model: 325is
Trim: Base Coupe 2-Door
Options: Sunroof, Leather Seats, CD Player
Drive Type: RWD
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag
Mileage: 95,034
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats
Exterior Color: Gray
Interior Color: Gray
Condition: UsedA vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections.Seller Notes:"Please see description for condition"

 1994 BMS 325IS.  I have had this car for almost the last 10 years, using it for summer commuting and the occasional autocross and track day.  In nice condition with a great color combination, but has a few things that may need attention.

GOOD

  • Rust Free.  Originally a Texas car and I have stored it every winter since.
  • 95,000 Miles
  • Nicely optioned, almost all features work (see details below)
  • Pretty nice interior and paint
  • Sport Package car, with Sport Seats and BBS wheels.
  • 3.91 Rear Gear ratio with Limited Slip Differential. 
  • Handles like a dream.


BAD
  • Engine has bent valves due to a botched shift..  Car runs and drives but has a lopey idle and sound of misfire in the exhaust note.  Runs pretty well, considering, and is strong off-idle.  Two cylinders are low on compression.  You can drive it home, but will eventually need to rework the head.  The check engine light is not on, it just idles rough..
  • Left side of car has dents in door and rear quarter and maybe a little in fender.  It went gently into the tire wall at a track day and got pushed in.  (See images).  Not scratched but big smooth dents.  One could live with it as-is or go visit a paintless dent repair shop.
  • Transmission leaks one drop each trip.  Leak appears to be front (engine side).  I top it off every oil change and it is not a big deal (for me).
  • The radio is aftermarket Alpine unit.  AM/FM works but once it refused to eject the CD, so If I wanted to hear CD it would only play that one.  After several months, on a whim, I pressed 'Eject' again and it came right out.  I am afraid to insert a CD and cannot say that the CD will reliably eject.
  • Stock muffler is rusted internally and louder than stock.  Outside is fine, it does not leak but has a wonderful deep loud exhaust note.
  • The flashlight in the glove box does not hold a charge.
  • I lost the hold-down wing-nut thing for the spare tire.

CONDITION
  • There are no diagnostic codes set for any of the electronics.
  • Brakes are recent and work perfectly.  Upgraded Hawk HP+ pads all around and Brembo OEM rotors in front.
  • Suspension and steering in great condition.  Has recent front lower control arms and bushings as well as upgraded steel ball joints.  Rear trailing arm bushings have been replaced and are in good condition.  Has H&R springs and Bilstein Sport (yellow) shocks.  The car sits lower than stock and handles way better, still ahs a nice ride.
  • Headliner has been replaced (no sagging headliner)
  • Sunroof works well opens and closes, but does not tilt.
  • AC and Auto Climate control work well.  The AC is the coldest I have ever experienced.
  • ABS and SRS (airbag system) in working condition.
  • Drivers door tweeter for radio is missing.
  • All lights on the vehicle function as they should.  This includes exterior, interior, gauge and dash light, vanity lights, dome and reading lights, switch backlighting.
  • All gauges and indicator lights work.
  • Leather is in pretty good shape, getting dried out in a few places but no rips or tears.  BMW used high quality leather on these cars.  Worst place is the driver's armrest (see images).
  • There is no gasoline odor from the fuel pump sending unit because the unit and gaskets were replaced.
  • A roll bar was installed in the car for a  time -- remaining holes have been sealed with self adhesive rubber roofing membrane inside, acrylic roofing sealer outside with a final coat of automotive undercoat. 
  • There are slits in the carpet ahead of the back seats where the roll bar was. (See images).  Easily covered with floor mats (included).
  • Clutch is good.
  • There is play in the shifter linkage typical of  BMWs of this era (particularly the E36 chassis).  Works fine, but not as tight as newer cars.
  • Power seats work properly.
  • Tires are Yokohama A509.  They have plenty of tread remaining (7/32") and have plenty of service life remaining.   However, they are not performance tires and are at least 10 years old.
  • Wheels are true.  See images for cosmetic condition.  Full size spare is a new 'sticker'  tire mounted on BMW E36 Convertible wheel.
  • New Battery. Just replaced under warranty this week (August 15). 
  • Express up / down windows work properly (both sides)
  • Horn, Cruise control, wipers work properly.  The wipers on this BMW are the best I have ever seen.
  • Has upgraded water pump with metal impeller and has upgraded  metal thermostat housing. (These are common reliability upgrades for these cars).
  • There is a Canadian quarter stuck in the coin holder slot.  
  • Jack and tire iron included as well as the tool for the BBS center caps.
  • Two keys and Original owners manual are included.


AUCTION DETAILS
  • Prospective bidders may view the car in Buffalo Grove,  Il  60089.  Licensed and insured drivers may test drive with proof of same.
  • Vehicle is not for sale locally.  I will not entertain offers.  I will not end the auction early; auction will proceed to close and high bidder will win the car.
  • No reserve.
  • $125 PayPal Deposit required within 48 hours of auction end.  Must pay balance within a week of auction end or make prior arrangements with me.  You may pay the balance in cash or PayPal. Pick up the vehicle in Buffalo Grove,  Il  60089
  • I have the title in hand.
  • Ask questions -- I will answer as well as I can.









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