Pricing Help: SALVAGE 2011 E90 335xi PPK M-Sport w/ 45k Imported from Canada

Duck360198 · 12-05-2021, 08:32 PM

Hey everyone!

I imported a 2011 E90 335 with 44k from Canada. Has 45k now. I left the km speedometer and didn't get a chance to code a digital readout. Car is Space Grey over rare Chestnut Brown, 6AT, factory m-sport, PPK installed, Individual audio, cold weather package, fold down rear seats, etc.

I was at a left turn arrow and when it turned green was navigating the turn and I had to swerve to avoid a collision because cars stopped out of nowhere. I ended up hitting a very tall curb on the front right corner. Knocked the steering off center and got some dash lights as a result of turn impact. No airbag deployment. Probably hit it at 10pm or less. Shop did not tear into the car for an in-depth assessment and went off a bmw recommended replacement bulletin, which was an estimate to replace components Including the steering rack. Insurance totaled the car, and I ended up buying back from insurance. My intent was to either find another E90 335 (and swap interiors), an F31 330, a specific F30 335 or 340, or an E91 M-Sport. The 335 was the first to pop up and I acted on it. I have since decided I don't want to bother with swapping interiors.

Car runs and drives fine. Lights on the dash are not on all the time. In fact typically they aren't on when I start the car and only come on after I drive a bit. I don't feel any vibration or anything like that. I have since parked the car and am not really driving it anymore.

I feel like the repairs are meant for someone inclined to do the repairs themselves. That's not me. I have been told I could expect anywhere from $4k to $10k. Massive range in my opinion so I'd love to get some input. Please ask me any questions and I'm happy to answer as best I can.

Duck360198 · 12-05-2021, 09:24 PM

Pictures added!

whyzee125 · 12-05-2021, 09:34 PM

Salvage title correct? If salvage I'd say more towards the 4-5k end, if clean title I would think 10k is probably feasible.

Duck360198 · 12-05-2021, 09:50 PM

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Originally Posted by whyzee125

Salvage title correct? If salvage I'd say more towards the 4-5k end, if clean title I would think 10k is probably feasible.

Correct. I think it's the repairs that are getting to people. Some are saying there's no way this is totaled and can be fixed to like new without a problem. Others saying extensive repairs are needed. Again, shop did not tear into the car so the full extent is unknown. Hence the large difference in valuation.

If this car had a clean title it would be pretty far beyond $10K, personally. Based on what I'm seeing (and I was looking every day for a replacement) something like this would be in the $17K+ range in this configuration.

whyzee125 · 12-05-2021, 11:03 PM

Makes sense. I think the gamble is why some people are shooting low. You can always count on there being more than meets the eye once you dig into a project, albeit every once in a while you get lucky. Rebuilt title BMWs have VERY low resale values compared to Toyotas, Lexus, Acuras, etc.

I think this could likely be made like new again with a new subframe, front suspension, etc. for not too much money. The x-drive may complicate that a bit but not sure. If the strut towers are okay, I think it could be a good buy for someone.

Duck360198 · 12-06-2021, 07:45 AM

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Originally Posted by whyzee125

Makes sense. I think the gamble is why some people are shooting low. You can always count on there being more than meets the eye once you dig into a project, albeit every once in a while you get lucky. Rebuilt title BMWs have VERY low resale values compared to Toyotas, Lexus, Acuras, etc.

I think this could likely be made like new again with a new subframe, front suspension, etc. for not too much money. The x-drive may complicate that a bit but not sure. If the strut towers are okay, I think it could be a good buy for someone.

Yes, I agree with the "gamble", which is why I don't take on my own projects. Ha! I think I'm holding on to what many guys who know these cars are saying and that they can't believe it's totaled. This is clearly meant for someone who wants to take on the task and then drive the car as there's a lot of life left.

whyzee125 · 12-06-2021, 12:59 PM

Yup definitely will be a fun project for someone and a sweet car when it's done. Good luck!

12-05-2021, 08:32 PM	#1
Duck360198 Lieutenant Colonel 283 Rep 1,901 Posts Drives: 2018 F30 340i Laguna Seca Blue Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Cin City iTrader: (8)	Pricing Help: SALVAGE 2011 E90 335xi PPK M-Sport w/ 45k Imported from Canada Hey everyone! I imported a 2011 E90 335 with 44k from Canada. Has 45k now. I left the km speedometer and didn't get a chance to code a digital readout. Car is Space Grey over rare Chestnut Brown, 6AT, factory m-sport, PPK installed, Individual audio, cold weather package, fold down rear seats, etc. I was at a left turn arrow and when it turned green was navigating the turn and I had to swerve to avoid a collision because cars stopped out of nowhere. I ended up hitting a very tall curb on the front right corner. Knocked the steering off center and got some dash lights as a result of turn impact. No airbag deployment. Probably hit it at 10pm or less. Shop did not tear into the car for an in-depth assessment and went off a bmw recommended replacement bulletin, which was an estimate to replace components Including the steering rack. Insurance totaled the car, and I ended up buying back from insurance. My intent was to either find another E90 335 (and swap interiors), an F31 330, a specific F30 335 or 340, or an E91 M-Sport. The 335 was the first to pop up and I acted on it. I have since decided I don't want to bother with swapping interiors. Car runs and drives fine. Lights on the dash are not on all the time. In fact typically they aren't on when I start the car and only come on after I drive a bit. I don't feel any vibration or anything like that. I have since parked the car and am not really driving it anymore. I feel like the repairs are meant for someone inclined to do the repairs themselves. That's not me. I have been told I could expect anywhere from $4k to $10k. Massive range in my opinion so I'd love to get some input. Please ask me any questions and I'm happy to answer as best I can. Last edited by Duck360198; 12-05-2021 at 09:31 PM..
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whyzee125 Brigadier General 1995 Rep 4,021 Posts Drives: Dinan stage 2 335i Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Chattanooga Tn iTrader: (0)	Salvage title correct? If salvage I'd say more towards the 4-5k end, if clean title I would think 10k is probably feasible.
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whyzee125 Brigadier General 1995 Rep 4,021 Posts Drives: Dinan stage 2 335i Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Chattanooga Tn iTrader: (0)	Makes sense. I think the gamble is why some people are shooting low. You can always count on there being more than meets the eye once you dig into a project, albeit every once in a while you get lucky. Rebuilt title BMWs have VERY low resale values compared to Toyotas, Lexus, Acuras, etc. I think this could likely be made like new again with a new subframe, front suspension, etc. for not too much money. The x-drive may complicate that a bit but not sure. If the strut towers are okay, I think it could be a good buy for someone.
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12-06-2021, 12:59 PM	#7
whyzee125 Brigadier General 1995 Rep 4,021 Posts Drives: Dinan stage 2 335i Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Chattanooga Tn iTrader: (0)	Yup definitely will be a fun project for someone and a sweet car when it's done. Good luck!
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