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Here’s a perfect and bone stock 1988 BMW e30 M3 For Sale on eBay with only 38k miles. The car had only been listed for 2 hours and saw 10 bids immediate up to $18k, reserve not met. Has 6 days left.

quote from seller’s eBay listing:

THIS IS REAL 38,000 MILES 1988 M3 ,GARAGE KEPT, RECENTLY SPENT ABOUT 10K ON ALL BMW BRAKES,TUNE UP,A/C, ECT. RUNS AND DRIVE LIKE NEW, NEVER WRECKED,CAR IS IN GREAT CONDITION

This one will be swinging for the fences. I’m guessing $25k-ish being low miles, red on black, garaged and having received a recent $10k service. Post your guesses below in the comments. Closest guess to the winning bid gets notoriety and fame that will live on forever in this post!

Update: Auction ended no sale at $20,100.00.

Now Relisted

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The title says it all. Aside from a handful that are probably hiding in private collections, this has to be one of the lowest mileage 888’s for sale anywhere!

1993 Ducati 888 Superbike on eBayMotors:

quote from eBay listing:

Up for auction is this piece of treasure I’ve kept hidden away in my air conditioned garage. It’s a 1993 Ducati 888 and it is in excellent showroom condition. Purchased new and used only occasionally but I made it a ritual to always keep it running and in tune. The mileage is correct and is at a super showroom low of 712 miles. If you see the bike you will understand.

3 days to go, and currently at $9300 no reserve. I’ll update after the auction. (Update: Auction ended at nearly $10700!)

Check out previously listed Ducati 888’s on TjRubley.com

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Only 56k miles on this very early Lotus Esprit. Looks like a really fun car!

1977 LOTUS Esprit S1 on Portland Craigslist:

quote from CL posting:

Custom Connelly Leather and wood interior. New tires. 24 mpg 140 MPH. Manheim Gold Book says $17,000 for excellent. $13,000 for good. $25,000 for show. I think this is close to excellent. More than $35,000 invested. 56,000 miles
I will sell it this weekend to the best offer over $10,000

I had to check Wikipedia on the S1 to know all the specs on this car. Under 2200 pounds, 140hp engine, and mid-engined. What other exotic could you buy for $10k with these kinds of credentials and pedigree?

Ed, is this the same twin cam that was fitted to your Jensen?

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As usual, I’m a sucker for low mileage, modern classic sports cars. This classic Porsche 928 fits the bill with only 35k miles. The 86 S model is one of those odd combination middle-year cars that got the updated 32 valve motor that was slated for the 87 S4 models, but hadn’t received the updated bodywork yet. I always liked the funkier early tail lamps anyway!

1986 PORSCHE 928S, 35,000 ORIGINAL MILES, SHOWROOM on eBaymotors

quote from eBay listing:

THIS IS AN INCREDIBLE FIND, A 1986 PORSCHE 928S WITH 35,000 ACTUAL MILES, THE CAR IS SHOWROOM NEW, EXCELLENT FACTORY ORIGINAL PAINT, THERE IS NOT A DING IN THIS CAR, NO SCRATCHES, SHINES LIKE NEW, FLAWLESS ORIGINAL BLACK LEATHER INTERIOR, RUNS AND DRIVES LIKE BRAND NEW, AC IS ICE COLD, CAR IS SUPER TIGHT

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Currently the high bid is $9600, reserve not met. Leave a comment with a value you think is fair.

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Nice maintenance and upgrades on this 1994 Ducati 888 SPO LTD on eBay (Colorado):

1994 Ducati 888 SPO LTD #99
14,919 Miles
2 Owners
Machesini Magnesium Wheels
Michelin Pilot Sport Tires
Brembo Cast-iron Front Brake Rotors
Brembo GP Front Brake Master Cylinder w/rear brake switch
GIA.CA.MOTO Exhaust
Giacamoto Crank Case Breather

Recent complete overhaul by Cliff’s Ducati/BMW
New Timing Belts
New Front Brake Pads
New Plugs
Completely new set of water hoses
New Water Pump Seal
New Fuel Filter
New Clutch
New Rocker Arms and Valve Adjustment

Cyinders have new Nicacell Plating and new rings
New Head Gasket

Total Repairs and Upgrades: $4,146.22
(Receipts for all work available)

If you’re on the lookout for an 851 or 888, do yourself a favor and join the Ducati 851/888 Yahoo group. These guys watch eBay and CL like hawks, and often know history and all the right questions to ask.

Check out past Ducati 888 For Sale on TjRubley.com

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Update 6.25.08: I’ve updated the new link for this car, and curiously, the price has gone up to $18500.

Update II 6.25.08: According to this thread on S14.net (considered an e30 M3 authority), this car has had a salvage title in it’s past.

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They’re not just crawling out of the wood work, they’re taking over! I can’t believe how many super low mileage cars of this era have sprouted up this week. Continuing that trend is this incredible low mile and perfectly stock (and more importantly unmolested) 1984 Rabbit GTi that Bring A Trailer has exclusive:

BaT Exclusive: 31k-Mile 1984 VW GTI Mk1

Considering the original miles of this car versus the other one featured recently, this is a no brainer. This car won’t be for sale for long.

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What can I say, this one really does best my top post, e34 m5 For Sale: Drool Factory. It has only 2730 miles!! And it really does look the part:

1991 BMW M5 Less Than 3K Original Miles on eBay Motors

Really it is anyone’s guess on what this car will actually sell for. You’d have to be a complete e34 M5 fanatic (and Powerball winner) to pay the $40k buy-it-now. That said, the richest 1% have a lot of disposable income and who knows which prospective buyer might fancy a brand new, 1991 BMW M5.

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Anyone who has seen Ronin knows how badass the BMW e34 M5 is. But even though lots of ‘affordable’ M5’s are showing up on eBay and Roadfly for under $15k, I wouldn’t touch one with a ten foot pole. The M5 motor is very sophisticated and maintenance intensive. Properly maintained cars trade hands for more like $18-25k and up.

Which is what makes the 540i M Sport so attractive. It’s practically an M5 with a more simple V8 engine under the hood. And while the V8 won’t spin and sound like the inline 6 in the M5, the power isn’t off by much. Considering the very low production numbers, I’ve seen at least 6 for sale in the last 6 months. Here’s a nice looking one in Vail for $9500(!) :

1995 BMW 540i Sport 6 speed on Craigslist

[...]Nearly fully refurbished ‘95 BMW 540i Sport 6 Speed manual, Calypso Red Metallic (burgundy) over Natural (tan) leather interior in excellent shape (built 9/95), with BMW updated Alusil engine block at 60k. Sport package & cold weather package: traction control, heated leather sport seats (driver and passenger), M Sport suspension, body trim, sunroof, am/fm/cass/cd changer, with 282 HP and 295 Ft-Lbs of torque (stock). Garaged, non-smoker, cruise, pw, pdl, pm, BMW alarm w/remotes, memory seats/mirrors, and climate control w/ice cold a/c. No accidents or leaks, with 122k of mostly hwy mlg, & no tears/cracking in interior (only minor wear).[...]

The biggest issue of concern has already been addressed with the replacement of the long block. Read more about this unique model at the 540i Sport FAQ.

For such a low entry price, this looks like great fun and easy cruising!

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I’ve rented the 70-200 F4L from ZipLens to practice my motorsports photography. Here’s the first result, some 1993 Ducati 750SS Wallpaper:

1993 Ducati 750SS Wallpaper Background for 1680 widescreen
1993 Ducati 750SS Wallpaper Background for 1152

1993 Ducati 750SS Wallpaper Background for 1152
1993 Ducati 750SS Wallpaper Background for 1680 widescreen

I didn’t PS these very much, though the first one did get a blatent gradient overlay applied to the sky. But my intention was to make an 80’s bedroom wall poster effect, and I think I got pretty close for a first effort. Please feel free to leave comments for suggestions and improvements. Enjoy!

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