Wednesday, February 29, 2012

the emergency brake






...notice the bushing has been welded into the hand brake...

paint

this is a 2002 painted with Valencia Orange, an exclusive BMW color, available on the new BMW 2012 1-Series M Coupe...i love the color, in fact i like it so much i'm considering painting my e21 this color instead of the original bmw korall...interestingly, in my search for colors i've discovered the following about the bmw color korall...

BMW KORALL [PRIMER] 420 2000 - SOLID
BMW KORALL 420 1998 2000 METALLIC

this implies my car was resprayed at some point between 1998 and 2000, which somewhat dates a previous restoration attempt...interesting. i searched the international BMW site and found this 6-Series M Coupe. [Sakhir Orange] is the listed 6-Series color...while the 1 Series is the listed paint color the 6 Series Sakhir Orange seems more close on the computer monitor...


Above is the 6-Series M Coupe in Sakhir Orange

Above is the 1-Series M Coupe in Valencia Orange





VIN: 2591786
Before I begin, I encourage all serious buyers to contact me directly at (517) 425-0129. Although this is a 7 day auction, I reserve the right to end early.

Very well done 2002, not only cosmetically, but mechanically, this car is spot on. Everything from the rare Valencia Orange paint (only available on the new 1-Series M Coupe) to the fuel injected MegaSquirt motor makes for a one of a kind '02...With all that said, description as follows:

Mechanical:
M10 motor with E12 custom ground head, motor has approximately 4,000 miles since rebuild
284 cam
9.0:1 Mahle pistons
MegaSquirt II fuel injection and spark, laptop programmable
Ireland Engineering polished aluminum radiator
5 speed Getrag transmission, short throw shifter, awesome feel, super tight
Limited slip differential, 3.64 ratio
Large bore 5 series master cylinder with stainless braided lines
Front big brake kit with Girling calipers
Bilstein HD struts and shocks
Ireland Engineering front & rear sway bars
H&R springs
New custom exhaust with rear center exit
15x8 Enkei wheels with performance Dunlop Direzza DZ101 rubber
Polyurethane bushings front to rear
Custom cold air intake with K&N cone filter
Trunk mounted battery with rear strut tower brace
Vehicle runs and drives very well and reliably. No problem with long trips or the occasional track day.

Interior:
New custom interior
Recaro buckets with carbon fiber inserts
Custom door panels with carbon fiber inserts
Momo steering wheel
After market gauges installed in console
After market AM/FM CD
Entire interior has orange stitching and head rest embroidery
Overall interior is new, professionally done.

Exterior:
Professional repaint, nicely finished in Valencia Orange, exclusive BMW color, available only on the new 1-Series M Coupe
Full BMW OEM widebody including turbo flares, turbo fascia, turbo style trunk spoiler, and aftermarket rear Euro style bumper
Custom 2002 turbo inspired vinyl graphics
Hella foglights
Flush fit Euro-market side markers

No expense spared, exceptional prep, paintwork, and fitment. If you have been considering the purchase of a classic BMW, look at this one closely. These cars are gaining value and this is certainly what I would consider an investment quality automobile. Please take the time to review all the pictures and don't hesitate to call for further questions. (517) 425-0129 I also have contact with a reasonable shipping company and would be glad to assist. Vehicle offered by Rare Rides, a licensed Michigan dealer.

TERMS: 25% NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT DUE WITHIN 3 DAYS OF AUCTION END. BALANCE DUE WITHIN 7 DAYS OR VEHICLE PICKUP, WHICHEVER COMES FIRST. PREFERRED PAYMENT IS BANK TO BANK WIRE TRANSFER OR CERTIFIED BANK FUNDS. VEHICLE PURCHASED AS IS, NO REFUNDS OR WARRANTIES IMPLIED.