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Seems a bit pricey for a 528e with 220,000 miles on it... but if its really in as good of shape as he claims it to be then perhaps its not as much of a stretch.
http://indianapolis.craigslist.org/cto/2777548457.html1985 BMW 528e - 5 speed The Ultimate Enthusiast's Machine - $4200 (Broad Ripple)
Date: 2011-12-31, 7:28PM EST
Reply to: sale-peqkb-2777548457@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]
Car is in great condition and has been aggressively maintained while I have had it. I can provide all of my service records and you can talk to Jacob at Hash to get his honest review of the vehicle.
This car is well worth it and one of those sought after body styles. It took me a year of searching to find it. It has about 220,000 miles on it. The odometer went out last year and the speedometer is a little moody. I just put a new blower motor in it and it has a lot of other fresh parts, tires, clutch, master & slave cylinder, starter and almost brand new belts & wiring harness. Brand new stereo and all four speakers that cost me $1,000.00
Interior is clean, with expected wear and tear. The exterior is is very good shape with a few small rust spots around trunk and door jams. According to NADA descriptions I think this car falls between Average and High Retail value so at $4,200.00 it still represents a discount.
The following is taken DIRECTLY from the NADA Book and the basis for the price I am asking which is really a discount from numbers below considering the condition of the car.
"Average Retail Value ($4,700.00) - Vehicle should be in good condition overall. It could be an older restoration or a well-maintained original vehicle. Completely operable. The exterior paint, trim and mechanics are presentable and serviceable inside and out.
High Retail Value ($6,350.00) - This vehicle would be in excellent condition overall. It could a completely restored or an extremely well maintained original vehicle showing very minimal wear and tear. The exterior paint, trim and mechanics are not in need of reconditioning. The interior would be in excellent condition. Note: This value dows not represent a "100 point" or a #1 vehicle"
Reply with information if you are interested...cash offers in person only please.
I do not expect this to last long.
* Location: Broad Ripple
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