E91s For Sale

GA328iT · 07-12-2021, 02:23 PM

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Originally Posted by E91WAG3N

I recall reading somewhere that the auto trans cars start in 2nd gear from a stop.

My auto E91 definitely starts in 2nd gear from a stop.

ppointer · 07-12-2021, 02:33 PM

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Originally Posted by GA328iT

My auto E91 definitely starts in 2nd gear from a stop.

In manual mode mine starts in second unless I specifically choose first. In auto mode, it starts in first. I have an ‘09 e91 with the GM trans.

GA328iT · 07-12-2021, 02:58 PM

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Originally Posted by ppointer

In manual mode mine starts in second unless I specifically choose first. In auto mode, it starts in first. I have an ‘09 e91 with the GM trans.

Yes, sorry. I have the same '09 with GM. Yes, in manual mod it downshifts to 2nd at a stop. Auto mode I guess goes to 1st. I don't really know.

Serf27 · 07-12-2021, 04:16 PM

In auto it only shifts down to second. For fuel economy purposes I believe. Leaves it feeling a bit slow. I’ve had people say they thought the transmission was bad because of the way it takes off.
Manual/sport Auto mode drops to first.
Full manual drops to second.

BIGGNS · 07-12-2021, 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by E91WAG3N

M Sport / Automatic / RWD / Bluewater over Oyster / 67k miles / $19k

https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/cto...348358865.html

That's a nice Bluewater Msport, I hope he gets $19k! Although I don't believe it has the ZF auto like the owner claims. As far as I know, only pre-lci got the ZF, all LCI 328s have the GM transmission.

VIN for future reference: WBAUT9C58AA191258

BIGGNS · 07-12-2021, 05:06 PM

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Originally Posted by ptt127

Hi all,

I’m the seller for this auction. FYI I’m fairly certain that my car is the one maxxfish posted about on page 4 of this thread!

This is indeed maxxfish's former car. He sold to gmswagons who I presume you purchased it from? My favorite feature of this E91 is the manual, heated sport seats... such a stripper build! I appreciate the trim you swapped in for the walnut. Best of luck with the auction. The timing didn't work out for me when Max sold it, maybe I'll have better luck this time

Oh, and if you were wondering what Max has been up to? Not exactly a wagon, but I love it!
https://www.hagerty.com/media/car-pr...-coupe-safari/

ptt127 · 07-12-2021, 05:12 PM

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Originally Posted by BIGGNS

This is indeed maxxfish's former car. He sold to gmswagons who I presume you purchased it from? My favorite feature of this E91 is the manual, heated sport seats... such a stripper build! I appreciate the trim you swapped in for the walnut. Best of luck with the auction. The timing didn't work out for me when Max sold it, maybe I'll have better luck this time

Oh, and if you were wondering what Max has been up to? Not exactly a wagon, but I love it!

Omg, that safari build is so cool... yes I got the car from gmswagons, and had seen at the time that it was likely maxxfish' car. Thanks for the comments!

VivG · 07-12-2021, 07:36 PM

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Originally Posted by BIGGNS

That's a nice Bluewater Msport, I hope he gets $19k! Although I don't believe it has the ZF auto like the owner claims. As far as I know, only pre-lci got the ZF, all LCI 328s have the GM transmission.

VIN for future reference: WBAUT9C58AA191258

Argh, I always get that one backwards. My bad, will update.

Feel free to ask any questions, this is mine.

kristobias · 07-12-2021, 08:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Inglewood

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And side note: holy hell these things are underpowered! Is it really that sluggish? Have to give it a lot of throttle to get going?

Sounds like you need a f31 in your life tbh. I love mine - not much slower (feeling) than my last e90 M3.

An interesting point to debate. I'd like an E91 6MT but at the current prices do you take MT off the table and buy an M Sport F31. The B48 isn't a silky NA I6 but it has grunt and the car has a modern AT. I drove an X3 with the B48 and it had good acceleration…just didn't sound all that great.

VivG · 07-12-2021, 08:59 PM

My take on F30 (I had a 328i sedan, RWD 8AT M Sport) was that objectively it was a great car - lots of power, lots of room inside, great fuel economy, all the modern niceties. But somehow, it felt a bit underwhelming.

It wasn't just the engine sound, I think the quality of the interior plastics was also a pretty significant step down, there's a ton of rattles, steering feel was questionable at best, and the suspension tuning just wasn't as good as on previous generations (pretty crashy over rough pavement, but also not particularly reassuring to push into corners).

I'd vastly prefer to drive an E9x or an E46 over the F3x. But hard to deny the practicality and livability of the F31.

Inglewood · 07-13-2021, 10:05 AM

So I have had two F30 335i, an F80 M3 and am on my second F31 - although this one is probably a long term daily, as Eric from Garage Welt had it fully dialed when I bought it...my mods usually just include a shadowline grill, window tint and wheel change lol.

Over the years, I have also owned an e90 335i, two M sport e91s, and am currently buying my third e90 M3 coming in a week or two. Going back and forth between generations, I can attest that the e9x generation heavy hydraulic steering is amazing, the engines are more engaging and sound way better, and they're the right size for sure. Stock seating position in the e9x with power seats is too high; manual drops you down 1.5" which makes all the difference in the world. The materials in the cabin are also a higher quality, and feel more solid overall - despite the creaks.

I think overall, if my F31 had a B58 and a manual in it, it would be the one car quiver I long for. As a kid hauler daily, I am a sucker for the tech, as well as the LED lights which (functionally and aesthetically) make all the difference in the world. As all of aforementioned cars (aside from the two f31) have been manuals, I think that is currently the biggest item I've been missing in my life. I can attest that the 4cyl engine, combined with a resonator delete and dual tip MPE, sounds amazing compared to stock. Pops, burble, great drone-free tone...pretty damn good.

The e90 M3 coming is a 55k mile stripper with slick top, manual, single hump, ZCP, and manual seats. Only thing missing from a true stripper are the speedcloth seats. In much the same manner as e91's are being kept these days and driven into the ground by enthusiasts, I have a feeling e90/92 M3 prices are going to pop in the coming years for prime examples.

Watching closely (as most of us are) the prime lemans example on BAT - so curious if it will go higher than the example two weeks back. Who knows - at this rate, maybe yet another lemans RWD M sport 6MT wagon will show up next week with 30k miles...lol.

GA328iT · 07-13-2021, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Inglewood

Stock seating position in the e9x with power seats is too high;

I totally agree. Every now and then I still push to button down to see if it'll go down any more. I'm 6'4", and my head almost touches the ceiling. I do wish the power seats would go lower.

ptt127 · 07-13-2021, 02:23 PM

We have an F30 in the family and I agree with everything Inglewood said!

E91WAG3N · 07-13-2021, 02:29 PM

Best of luck in the final minutes of your auction ptt127

GA328iT · 07-13-2021, 02:42 PM

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Originally Posted by E91WAG3N

Best of luck in the final minutes of your auction ptt127

It's heating up. Surpassed the previous LMB a few weeks ago with over an hour left!

kristobias · 07-13-2021, 03:10 PM

Great input on the F3X VivG and Inglewood

It's the classic balance between modern conveniences (and power) in a DD and the old school "feel" from the previous generation(s)

GA328iT · 07-13-2021, 04:31 PM

$38K!!!

Wh400 · 07-13-2021, 04:41 PM

Sorry if this has been shown already. Too far for me, but looked up the VIN - shows M Sport package - AWD, 6 speed. Washington state

https://www.carfax.com/VehicleHistor...uu3c58ba544934

I did try to look through the last couple of pages of threads and did a search and didn't see this one. No pictures, but should be an honest to goodness M Sport

Wh400 · 07-13-2021, 04:47 PM

6 months ago, my 12 RWD auto, kicker - 48k miles, showed up on CarMax. Just showed up, I paid the $99 to have it shipped. Did the 24 hour test drive and I wasn't scared to buy it because I had 30 days, 15,000 miles to return it. I do still own it, but I could have returned it! These cars, with low miles, don't last long out there in the wild!

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Originally Posted by DenverM3

Don't tell them you're not ready if you truly need time, you are able to reserve a car for 7 days for a test drive. I've done that with them to buy time, then you can also request a free transfer to another local carmax, so have them send it to Parker or one of the Denver locations.

At a minimum reserve it online or over the phone right now, no obligation or risk on your end.

*edit - I see it's been reserved already, hopefully that's for you

Wh400 · 07-13-2021, 04:54 PM

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Originally Posted by celsdogg

that's super local. I'd drive 10x that distance to get a car I want!

Vin Decoder says it is a manual - I wish, I'd be bribing the sales manager right now...

...https://www.mdecoder.com/decode/wbauu3c53ba542525

Wh400 · 07-13-2021, 04:58 PM

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$38K!!!

Congratulations! Just wow! Did I say it is wow? If I didn't, wow!

GA328iT · 07-13-2021, 05:02 PM

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Congratulations! Just wow! Did I say it is wow? If I didn't, wow!

Yeah, wow! Wasn't me. Hopefully, the new owner will come here soon. But wow, that's a pretty hi bar.

07-12-2021, 04:16 PM	#5504
Serf27 Brigadier General 2881 Rep 4,333 Posts Drives: 335i Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Sitting in a BMW. iTrader: (-1)	In auto it only shifts down to second. For fuel economy purposes I believe. Leaves it feeling a bit slow. I’ve had people say they thought the transmission was bad because of the way it takes off. Manual/sport Auto mode drops to first. Full manual drops to second.
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07-12-2021, 08:59 PM	#5510
VivG New Member 11 Rep 18 Posts Drives: E39 M5 S2 Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: SF iTrader: (0)	My take on F30 (I had a 328i sedan, RWD 8AT M Sport) was that objectively it was a great car - lots of power, lots of room inside, great fuel economy, all the modern niceties. But somehow, it felt a bit underwhelming. It wasn't just the engine sound, I think the quality of the interior plastics was also a pretty significant step down, there's a ton of rattles, steering feel was questionable at best, and the suspension tuning just wasn't as good as on previous generations (pretty crashy over rough pavement, but also not particularly reassuring to push into corners). I'd vastly prefer to drive an E9x or an E46 over the F3x. But hard to deny the practicality and livability of the F31. __________________ 996 GT3 \| E39 M5 Dinan S2 \| E46 S54 Touring \| 95B Macan S \| R170 SLK 5MT \| X204 GLK250 Former: R172 SLK \| E46 M3 \| 996 C2 \| AP1 S2000 \| F30 328i \| 996 C4 \| E46 325i \| R56 Mini
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07-13-2021, 10:05 AM	#5511
Inglewood First Lieutenant 442 Rep 303 Posts Drives: 328i F31 EB THP Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: WI iTrader: (0)	So I have had two F30 335i, an F80 M3 and am on my second F31 - although this one is probably a long term daily, as Eric from Garage Welt had it fully dialed when I bought it...my mods usually just include a shadowline grill, window tint and wheel change lol. Over the years, I have also owned an e90 335i, two M sport e91s, and am currently buying my third e90 M3 coming in a week or two. Going back and forth between generations, I can attest that the e9x generation heavy hydraulic steering is amazing, the engines are more engaging and sound way better, and they're the right size for sure. Stock seating position in the e9x with power seats is too high; manual drops you down 1.5" which makes all the difference in the world. The materials in the cabin are also a higher quality, and feel more solid overall - despite the creaks. I think overall, if my F31 had a B58 and a manual in it, it would be the one car quiver I long for. As a kid hauler daily, I am a sucker for the tech, as well as the LED lights which (functionally and aesthetically) make all the difference in the world. As all of aforementioned cars (aside from the two f31) have been manuals, I think that is currently the biggest item I've been missing in my life. I can attest that the 4cyl engine, combined with a resonator delete and dual tip MPE, sounds amazing compared to stock. Pops, burble, great drone-free tone...pretty damn good. The e90 M3 coming is a 55k mile stripper with slick top, manual, single hump, ZCP, and manual seats. Only thing missing from a true stripper are the speedcloth seats. In much the same manner as e91's are being kept these days and driven into the ground by enthusiasts, I have a feeling e90/92 M3 prices are going to pop in the coming years for prime examples. Watching closely (as most of us are) the prime lemans example on BAT - so curious if it will go higher than the example two weeks back. Who knows - at this rate, maybe yet another lemans RWD M sport 6MT wagon will show up next week with 30k miles...lol. Last edited by Inglewood; 07-13-2021 at 10:11 AM..
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07-13-2021, 02:23 PM	#5513
ptt127 Private 40 Rep 89 Posts Drives: 2011 335i Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Bay Area, CA iTrader: (0)	We have an F30 in the family and I agree with everything Inglewood said!
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07-13-2021, 02:29 PM	#5514
E91WAG3N Wagon Addict 1249 Rep 1,217 Posts Drives: E39, E91, E91 Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Las Vegas iTrader: (2)	Best of luck in the final minutes of your auction ptt127 __________________ Build thread: https://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1453866
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07-13-2021, 03:10 PM	#5516
kristobias First Lieutenant 437 Rep 339 Posts Drives: M2CS Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Toronto iTrader: (4)	E91s For Sale Great input on the F3X VivG and Inglewood It's the classic balance between modern conveniences (and power) in a DD and the old school "feel" from the previous generation(s) __________________ 17 X5D 70 2002
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07-13-2021, 04:31 PM	#5517
GA328iT First Lieutenant 683 Rep 326 Posts Drives: 2009 E91 RWD M Sport 6MT swap Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: Atlanta, GA iTrader: (0)	$38K!!! __________________ 2009 BMW 328i E91 Touring RWD /// M Sport \| 6MT Swap\| Alpine White \| Beige Dakota \| Apex SM-10 18X9 ET30 square \| BMW Performance BBK Bilstein B8 \| 3 SIM \| Euro airbox \| AA Headers and tune \| Paint correction and 5-yr ceramic coating \| LUX H8 189 Angel Eyes BimmerTech: Alpha One amp+10 speakers \| Backup camera \| CarPlay
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07-13-2021, 04:41 PM	#5518
Wh400 Private 42 Rep 57 Posts Drives: 2000 M Roadster, 2014 Abarth Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: Birmingham, AL iTrader: (0)	Sorry if this has been shown already. Too far for me, but looked up the VIN - shows M Sport package - AWD, 6 speed. Washington state https://www.carfax.com/VehicleHistor...uu3c58ba544934 I did try to look through the last couple of pages of threads and did a search and didn't see this one. No pictures, but should be an honest to goodness M Sport
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