[{"id": 1224113, "authorName": "Thomas54", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thomas54/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Winter project for someone to finish.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1475120197, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-28 20:36:37+00"}, {"id": 1224128, "authorName": "mr_smee", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mr_smee/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Bring a Recaro. Looks perfect, colour wheels, suspension. Could be a great daily driver.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1475121538, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-28 20:58:58+00"}, {"id": 1224145, "authorName": "bgrim", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bgrim/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "not used to seeing these in anything but dark colors, it looks good. It will help with its visibility on the road because this is not a big car anymore, wieldy, comfy, but not exactly large", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1475123158, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-28 21:25:58+00"}, {"id": 1224168, "authorName": "Speedmaster", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/speedmaster/", "bidAmount": 1988, "content": "$1,988 bid placed by Speedmaster", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475126152, "type": "bid", "endDate": "2016-09-28 22:15:52+00"}, {"id": 1224180, "authorName": "tinyfrogs", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tinyfrogs/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Interesting. A Cali high miles non-M e28 with manual swap and cosmetic needs. Great color. I'm not sure where this auction will end up.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1475129415, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-28 23:10:15+00"}, {"id": 1224214, "authorName": "CharlesM3", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/charlesm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Ughh on the BMP kit. Trying to be a euro M535 but not quite. All that time and money should have gone towards euro bumpers. I agree with Thomas...Wrap it up this winter and show it next Spring.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1475145570, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-29 03:39:30+00"}, {"id": 1224216, "authorName": "voiture", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/voiture/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Stunning car. I'd budget about $3k for windshield, reupholstered seat and some gaskets/seals, especially the trunk.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1475146219, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-29 03:50:19+00"}, {"id": 1224218, "authorName": "Sidepipes", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sidepipes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "She looked HOT in the feature photo! Mmm, let's look closer....\n\nShe opened up -- and Yikes! \nThat SEAT is waaay outta line....", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1475146355, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-29 03:52:35+00"}, {"id": 1224233, "authorName": "Will_Robinson", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/will_robinson/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It's going cheap... That alone should be enough to forgive this cars sins.. which considering how the seller found it are not so bad at all. Buy it as a sound driving project and enjoy while you clean up the interior and find the euro bumpers.. wish it was closer as it's actually in my broke ass price range.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1475149405, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-29 04:43:25+00"}, {"id": 1224242, "authorName": "Brewster", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brewster/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Who would swap in a 195K mile engine? Not me. I have an `01 with just over 65K miles and an `09 with less. And that interior? OK it's a sweet looking car but bring money", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1475150491, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-29 05:01:31+00"}, {"id": 1224273, "authorName": "Chris_H.", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chris_h.-user/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It's almost like a \"lady of the evening\" who's trying to get her act together after retirement.", "likes": 11, "timestamp": 1475152846, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-29 05:40:46+00"}, {"id": 1224283, "authorName": "Architectdave", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/architectdave/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have those same wheels on my 92 convertible.... love em.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1475153497, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-29 05:51:37+00"}, {"id": 1224293, "authorName": "MajorTomB", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/majortomb/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "As has been said before, I think this car could be amazing come spring with windshield, carpets, seats, dash, and few other plastic bits you can see that are cracked. I don't find the bumpers objectionable. And these days. I find 75 in a 65 to be perfectly reasonable, so I even like the red paint!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1475153792, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-29 05:56:32+00"}, {"id": 1224331, "authorName": "Silberpfeil", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/silberpfeil/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Retired \"Hooters Girl\".", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1475155342, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-29 06:22:22+00"}, {"id": 1224333, "authorName": "sl8ter67", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sl8ter67/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Shove a 'vette motor in this and pair with a 6-speed gear box. These 5 series are sharp looking.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475155365, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-29 06:22:45+00"}, {"id": 1224362, "authorName": "Beemer_Guy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/beemer_guy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "BBS replicas? From where, China? More info there might help. That front seat is a disgrace.\n\nI've owned 3 E28s. They are a great chassis, and if this one is rust free as advertised, I don't see why it can't go another 200K miles. For a local buyer who won't have to hassle with shipping costs, this could be a good entry.\n\nMore info on the mileage of the donor drive train would also be helpful.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1475156552, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-29 06:42:32+00"}, {"id": 1224365, "authorName": "siemprebmw", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/siemprebmw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@seller \nStunning looking car ....... the rims are ASA CORRECT .... and was the flywheel replace or just cleaned out ...... ?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475156635, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-29 06:43:55+00"}, {"id": 1224380, "authorName": "beNGK", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bengk/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ siemprebmw :\n\nI'm with you on the ASA guess on the wheels. IIRC the ASA wheels are licensed designs from BBS, so in theory the same design, just not made by BBS. the tires here are too tall and/or the car is lowered a bit too much.\n\nthe BMP bodykit doesn't look that bad, but somehow the red makes it look slightly off. maybe it is having seen actual M535i with similar, but not the same M-technic parts or something.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1475157735, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-29 07:02:15+00"}, {"id": 1224383, "authorName": "ArgentoCarNut", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/argentocarnut/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I must love getting in trouble... there can't be another explanation for me to feel like this car is perfect. It has the right amount of things wrong to keep the price down (that means, things to correct in every department), but the looks are there and might push the price up.\n\nI tend to fall toward cars that are on the opposite end of the spectrum... I find it's best to look at one and figure out what it would look like after fixing a few things, adding nice wheels and doing a pro-buff & detail. I believe these bring lower prices, as you still face the question mark of how it would look in the end.\n\nIn the case of this one here, that has been answered... and it looks great! GLWA", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1475157832, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-29 07:03:52+00"}, {"id": 1224415, "authorName": "Carnutdallas", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carnutdallas/", "bidAmount": 3728, "content": "$3,728 bid placed by Carnutdallas", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475159699, "type": "bid", "endDate": "2016-09-29 07:34:59+00"}, {"id": 1224443, "authorName": "boostorbust", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/boostorbust/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Bring a LS!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475160835, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-29 07:53:55+00"}, {"id": 1224465, "authorName": "siemprebmw", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/siemprebmw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@beNGK\n\nThe front and rear bumper look like aftermaket for sure ... NOT M tech genuine parts ... yes the red makes it look more off but despite its a great looking car ..... the wheels are ASA revolution style .... I wish the seller the best with sell ........", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1475161724, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-29 08:08:44+00"}, {"id": 1224469, "authorName": "Chris_H.", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chris_h.-user/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Definitely ASA wheels, and seriously, this could be cleaned up very easily, interior-wise.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1475161802, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-29 08:10:02+00"}, {"id": 1224524, "authorName": "Brian45040", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brian45040/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is an awesome candidate for an SBC or LS swap (I'd opt for a blue print small block motor with a throttle body efi because that would feel a bit more period correct) two new seats upfront and you're ready to drive. \n\nEverything else seems like it can be sorted out over time.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475164768, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-29 08:59:28+00"}, {"id": 1224539, "authorName": "CrazyBMW", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/crazybmw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Been wanting one of these for a long time, even close to buying one in Santa Rosa after a spirited test drive, but have never pulled the trigger. Currently not in a position to buy unfortunately. Someone will be a lucky winner of this, and after some repairs, will be very happy.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1475165621, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-29 09:13:41+00"}, {"id": 1224608, "authorName": "LarryM", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/larrym/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "With all the guys constantly complaining about \"ugly\" US bumpers, I'd expect to see some more positive comments about the BMP bumper kit on this car, which looks pretty good from my point of view. Just wondering how much bodywork was needed to install it. I don't know about the quality, but frankly from an appearance standpoint I don't find it objectionable at all. In fact it might be a better solution than converting to Euro bumpers which I believe does require some metalwork, cutting, welding, repainting, possibly re-chroming, etc. It's not factory original, but then by installing Euro bumpers on a US car, the car is no longer \"original\" anyway. Regardless, this looks like a good project for someone to finish, beginning with the front seats. GLWS.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1475169207, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-29 10:13:27+00"}, {"id": 1224693, "authorName": "jimijimi", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jimijimi/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Looks like a proper gentleman's express with a lot of performance potential. Not sure if the \"ticket me\" red paint would allow the low profile required.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1475171737, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-29 10:55:37+00"}, {"id": 1224909, "authorName": "ColomboMotors", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/colombomotors/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Seems to me that these 535 rear tail lights are a bit bigger/taller than the E28 M5 taillights ??? or is it just the angle of the pictures ?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475177769, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-29 12:36:09+00"}, {"id": 1224914, "authorName": "alexlittle", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alexlittle/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I had an 88 535is years ago and really loved it. I regret selling it more than any other car I've owned. These are good strong cars and a lot of fun to drive. This is a good example and would be an awesome daily driver, with plenty of miles left in it. This one has some tasteful and useful upgrades/updates. \nFWIW, mine came out of the northeast, so the main place I saw rust was around the trunk lid, license plate lights, etc, where the exhaust had accelerated corrosion. This car doesn't show any of those signs. \nGetting the AC working may be a huge pain. Based on my experience with a number of BMWs, even when working properly, they are not comparable to what we typically expect in a modern car.\nI would consider more if it were closer to the east coast.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1475177855, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-29 12:37:35+00"}, {"id": 1224925, "authorName": "alexlittle", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alexlittle/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The nonfunctioning headrest adjusters are one of those BMW TADT items -- \"They All Do That.\"", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475178396, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-29 12:46:36+00"}, {"id": 1225107, "authorName": "wem5310", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wem5310/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@seller...\r\n\r\nSome questions:\r\nIs the donor engine really 195K miles or was it just an error in the write up as the odo reads 195K miles? \r\nHow many miles have you put on the new engine?\r\nIs there a compression/leak down test available?\r\nWhen the engine was done were the thermostat, radiator, etc replaced as well?\r\nCan you post copies of the receipts from Auto Dynamik?\r\nAny word on why the A/C is inop?\r\n\r\nThanks for all your help, great looking E28!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475180491, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-29 13:21:31+00"}, {"id": 1225621, "authorName": "singlecross", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/singlecross/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I love the interior in this... especially when it gets ripped out, a cage added, and Voila! Track car. 4 wheels with slicks will fit where the back seat used to be and its street legal so you can drive to the events.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475185638, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-29 14:47:18+00"}, {"id": 1225701, "authorName": "joelpalmer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/joelpalmer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Early 533i and 535i and 535 isall came with a TRX 390 millimeter sized wheel with the bottle-cap pattern. Michelin was the sole supplier of 390 millimeter tires. This was not a well thought out decision by BMW and few if any of these rims and tires exist today; only available through outfits like Coker", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1475188517, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-29 15:35:17+00"}, {"id": 1225717, "authorName": "Ricochet_Rabbit", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ricochet_rabbit/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A TRX wheel to an exterior wall on your house is an excellent place to store a garden hose. I had an is in black/black, one of the best cars I've ever owned and I regret selling it. Great highway car and a good track car. I like this one, even with the BMP kit. It's needs are rather straightforward and I wish it was on the east coast.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1475189141, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-29 15:45:41+00"}, {"id": 1225832, "authorName": "Turn11", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/turn11/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ ravmastaflex.... The taillight assemblies are the same size . I have a e28 m5 and the trim is blacked out I think it's called \"shadow line\" Any way the units for the M5 are no longer available, I will be blacking out the chrome on a set of 535 units so I can replace my cracked / broken ones.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1475195883, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-29 17:38:03+00"}, {"id": 1225930, "authorName": "SharkHunter84", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sharkhunter84/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "awesome car and will bid...but GAWD that's the worst front seat ive seen in an e28...ever...", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475202827, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-29 19:33:47+00"}, {"id": 1226004, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "6 in-order compression check photos have been added to the gallery.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475210969, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-29 21:49:29+00"}, {"id": 1226008, "authorName": "gtom (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gtom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hello All and welcome to my listing! It's great to have the 535is on BaT and I thank them very much for the privilege. And thank you all for your comments and interest in the car. My comments and answers to questions from the posts are below.\n1. Yes, I acquired this car with the BMP kit installed, and I assume it was done at the same time as the re-spray. The color match is correct.\n2. Yes, I agree that the driver seat is in poor condition.\n3. Will Robinson makes a good point.\n4. Words (castings?) on the wheel read 'Revolution', 'Licensed By BBS' and 'ASA'.\n5. The flywheel was cleaned.\n6. Yes, I agree the rear ride height is a bit high in relation to the front. Adjustment ring on the rear Bilstein sport shocks are currently somewhere in the middle so it can be adjusted lower one or two notches.\n@ wem2697\n7. The donor engine has about 202K miles on it according to the previous owner of the donor car. After I took delivery of the car from the shop, I filled up the tank and drove it a bit over 100 miles.\n8. Just did a compression test at Auto Dynamik. Results from gauge read: (cylinder) #1 - 163 psi, #2 - 160 psi, #3 - 163 psi, #4 - 160 psi, #5 - 160 psi, #6 - 160 psi. Please see pictures added to listing.\n9. No leak down test performed.\n10. Comments on the cooling system to follow from Auto Dynamik, but no, I don't think the radiator and thermostat was replaced with the motor.\n11. Receipts for work to follow from Auto Dynamik\n12. Comments on inoperable AC to follow from Auto Dynamik.\n\nHope this helps and looking forward to answering more questions about the car.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1475211755, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-29 22:02:35+00"}, {"id": 1226203, "authorName": "frankm", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/frankm/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I love these cars, and as someone said previously - there is just enough wrong with this car to make it a great deal and nothing that can not be fixed. With a little love on the interior and the S38 sitting in the garage, this could be a very nice car. Too bad it is so far away or I would be considering it seriously.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475242334, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-30 06:32:14+00"}, {"id": 1226692, "authorName": "toyboys", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/toyboys/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'm commenting from Auto Dynamik in SF. The donor car was a great running car with no issues with the cooling system except for a leaky water pump, therefore the water pump is new. Never check the A/C system, I know the Freon is empty, most common issue with this kind of car is bad A/C compressor. No sign of residue around condenser. This is a great car, just need a few cosmetics issues.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1475262601, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-30 12:10:01+00"}, {"id": 1227555, "authorName": "E36M34ME", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/e36m34me/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A lot of ways to go with this. East coasters dream. Solid body as a platform. Cosmetic are straight forward. Daily driver mechanicals. Picturing a an e36 M3 motor underhood. Somehow I think some black paint on what would be the rub strip for the front bumper would calm things down and improve the look. All that red up front needs to be broken up.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475284724, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-30 18:18:44+00"}, {"id": 1227569, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Two photos of recent CA Smog tests have been added to the listing.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475285646, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-30 18:34:06+00"}, {"id": 1227597, "authorName": "gtom (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gtom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The vehicle smog check reports will explain the mileage inconsistency on the Carfax report. The smog check reports are from the previous owner on 4.30.16 and from myself on 09.14.16. I received the car on June 17 in non-running condition, and I have reason to believe that the car was in non-running condition since 03/03/10 at 195,173 miles based on the age of the gasoline. So, unless the previous owner proves otherwise, It would not be unreasonable to surmise that the previous owner used a different car for the smog check in order to title and register the car in his name here in CA.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1475287782, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-30 19:09:42+00"}, {"id": 1227626, "authorName": "gtom (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gtom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "To be fair to the previous owner, the car may have been running on 04.30.16 and the smog tech may have made a mistake indicating the mileage. Although this is doubtful.\n\nIn any case, after the work was done, I had a new smog check done on 09.14.16 and the car is now currently CA titled and registered in my name.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1475290451, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-09-30 19:54:11+00"}, {"id": 1227967, "authorName": "RWD-FTW", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rwd-ftw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Someone's pet ferret really enjoyed that seat-", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1475338324, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-01 09:12:04+00"}, {"id": 1227991, "authorName": "rmattson", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmattson/", "bidAmount": 4000, "content": "$4,000 bid placed by rmattson", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475340634, "type": "bid", "endDate": "2016-10-01 09:50:34+00"}, {"id": 1227997, "authorName": "jota", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jota/", "bidAmount": 4200, "content": "$4,200 bid placed by jota", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475340855, "type": "bid", "endDate": "2016-10-01 09:54:15+00"}, {"id": 1228089, "authorName": "gtom (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gtom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@RWD-FTW\nHahaha very funny", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1475347660, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-01 11:47:40+00"}, {"id": 1228220, "authorName": "gtom (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gtom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "While showing the car today to a potential buyer, some minor damage was pointed out to the rear panel behind the license plate and lower rear panel under the BMP rear bumper. This damage may explain the accident reported on the Carfax report 12/08/2010. Please see pictures at: \n\nhttps://www.dropbox.com/sh/8h6vt1pw1bqxj7d/AACntt_vsTK2NpcsTLAkWNxma?dl=0\n\nWill forward pictures to BaT. \n\nMy apologies for not catching this earlier.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1475359451, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-01 15:04:11+00"}, {"id": 1228248, "authorName": "wem5310", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wem5310/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@gtom\r\nThanks for being such a responsive & stand up seller! Very much appreciated!\r\n\r\nOne question I forgot to ask...the rear door lock that doesn't work...can it be worked manually...or is it stuck? If so, is it stuck locked or unlocked. \r\n\r\nGreat looking E28. GLWS", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475361480, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-01 15:38:00+00"}, {"id": 1228249, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Two photos have been added to the gallery.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475361605, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-01 15:40:05+00"}, {"id": 1228253, "authorName": "gtom (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gtom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@wem2697\n\nThanks for your comments. The right passenger door lock can be operated manually to lock and unlock the door. I believe it locks with the power locking mechanism but only unlocks intermittently with it.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1475362009, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-01 15:46:49+00"}, {"id": 1228267, "authorName": "RantWhenParked", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rantwhenparked/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "On first glance I choked on the beat-up seat as well, but that's just 'cause everything else looks so good (book cover viewing). What it really shows is that this is a driver, so just enjoy it. I'm ready, too bad the wallet's not.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475363348, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-01 16:09:08+00"}, {"id": 1228617, "authorName": "911ctash", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/911ctash/", "bidAmount": 4500, "content": "$4,500 bid placed by 911ctash", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475419190, "type": "bid", "endDate": "2016-10-02 07:39:50+00"}, {"id": 1228740, "authorName": "vimpaler", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vimpaler/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Had the pleasure to test drive this E28 yesterday.\nImpression: \nSmooth. Acceleration & brakes work well. Although the engine and drivetrain are transplants, the 'seat of the pants' assessment is that it feels factory built. Steering is strained, but the Seller states that the front wheel/tire combo is a bit too wide and the offset is incorrect. Easy fix.\n\nBody: \n1. Wheel well lip(fr left qtr panel): the lip is slightly bowed out, almost imperceptible. 2. Rear end, just right of license plate: damaged and fixed, not perfect. No signs of damage to the frame. \n3. Paint: Glossy. Seller pointed out a few runs on the hood...minor. New owner would need a lot of anal retention to care. Overspray seen around sunroof trim.\n\nInterior: \nClean, but needs work. Posted pictures depict accurate condition. Onboard diagnostics show no issues. Sunroof, seat and window electronics all work.\n\nEngine bay: \nShows a bit of wetness around the steering fluid reservoir. Otherwise, looks clean. \n\nOverall, beautiful car and would make an excellent backroad runner without the guilt of abusing a collectible, i.e. E28 M5.", "likes": 10, "timestamp": 1475431055, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-02 10:57:35+00"}, {"id": 1228828, "authorName": "Pablo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pablo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What does \"professionally sanded\" mean? Am I being negligent in not routinely having my car sanded?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475440538, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-02 13:35:38+00"}, {"id": 1228832, "authorName": "gtom (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gtom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Pablo\nIt may seem obvious for most, but in this case, \"professionally sanded\" would mean that the work was carried out by an experienced legitimate business for monetary compensation.\n\nHope this helps.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1475441255, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-02 13:47:35+00"}, {"id": 1228836, "authorName": "numero_uno_joe", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/numero_uno_joe/", "bidAmount": 4600, "content": "$4,600 bid placed by numero_uno_joe", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475441964, "type": "bid", "endDate": "2016-10-02 13:59:24+00"}, {"id": 1228952, "authorName": "gtom (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gtom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@vimpaler\nWas a pleasure meeting you yesterday. Thank you for your assessment of the 535is and your comments.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1475454829, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-02 17:33:49+00"}, {"id": 1229067, "authorName": "Mcddady", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mcddady/", "bidAmount": 4700, "content": "$4,700 bid placed by Mcddady", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475469565, "type": "bid", "endDate": "2016-10-02 21:39:25+00"}, {"id": 1229099, "authorName": "kgrier", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kgrier/", "bidAmount": 5000, "content": "$5,000 bid placed by kgrier", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475485849, "type": "bid", "endDate": "2016-10-03 02:10:49+00"}, {"id": 1232032, "authorName": "nobrakes", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nobrakes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "here's scattershooting on @vimpaler's PPI. I assume he is not and was not a buying prospect? If not kudos for taking the time to inspect and report on the condition of this car, and good sport to the seller to allow a non buyer to vet your listing. Perhaps BaT could accommodate the community by allowing regulars to register as possible ad hoc inspectors based on location. I would be willing, what say you?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475680383, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-05 08:13:03+00"}, {"id": 1232196, "authorName": "Stan_the_Man", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stan_the_man/", "bidAmount": 5555, "content": "$5,555 bid placed by Stan the Man", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475688080, "type": "bid", "endDate": "2016-10-05 10:21:20+00"}, {"id": 1232228, "authorName": "vimpaler", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vimpaler/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Regarding @nobrakes comment, ad hoc inspectors would be a cool idea. Btw, I would have bought the car on the spot, but the Seller respects BaT's auction service.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475689493, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-05 10:44:53+00"}, {"id": 1232232, "authorName": "tompdx", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tompdx/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Regarding ad hoc inspectors, I would worry about liability ... but maybe that's just the lawyer in me.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475689707, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-05 10:48:27+00"}, {"id": 1232235, "authorName": "Stan_the_Man", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stan_the_man/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "\"I would have bought the car on the spot, but the Seller respects BaT\u2019s auction service.\"\n\nDoes that mean I shouldn't plan on booking a flight down to SFO? :P", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475689786, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-05 10:49:46+00"}, {"id": 1232247, "authorName": "vimpaler", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vimpaler/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Stan the Man, book the flight. Plenty of things to do in SF aside from buying cars;)", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1475690586, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-05 11:03:06+00"}, {"id": 1232248, "authorName": "Fez", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fez/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I read the copy over last night. Got a little fired up about this and also \"Vimpaler\" 's write up.\n\nThe interior is really bad, and NOBODY seems to have mentioned it needs a new windshield. I'd be pissed if I \"won\" this for $6000 flew out and had to stare at those spiders for 24hrs driving home. The rear shelf is faded blue, and that euro foam (similar to 1980's Volvo's is splitting and crumbling bad, dash, hand brake, etc.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475690600, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-05 11:03:20+00"}, {"id": 1232252, "authorName": "Fez", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fez/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@nobrakes... Vim never mentions the spider cracks (2) in the windshield, nor does the BAT copy.\n\nBring a windshield.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475690768, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-05 11:06:08+00"}, {"id": 1232255, "authorName": "Stan_the_Man", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stan_the_man/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "For me, Fez, all of the things you've mentioned are minor: I have a great auto upholsterer you can take care of the seats, I've recovered more than one parcel shelf on an E21, E32 and E34, and a windshield? No big deal there.\n\nWhat's doing it for me? Before I got into the V12 and E34 M5 game, a 535is E28 was always on my list. The fact that it's red/black is just icing. There are not many red 5ers of any vintage out there.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475690804, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-05 11:06:44+00"}, {"id": 1232256, "authorName": "Alacrity", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alacrity/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Looking at the interior, steering issues and a couple other things, I'm guessing somewhere around $2500 to get this to be as sweet inside as it looks from 10 feet away. I'd at LEAST have the front seats re-foamed and re-covered with leather... Anyone think my estimate is offbase? So Is this worth nearly 10k? hmm.... Red would be my personal last choice, but I have been lusting after an older 535is for quite a while.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475690826, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-05 11:07:06+00"}, {"id": 1232257, "authorName": "Bmwgm", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bmwgm/", "bidAmount": 5655, "content": "$5,655 bid placed by Bmwgm", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475690853, "type": "bid", "endDate": "2016-10-05 11:07:33+00"}, {"id": 1232259, "authorName": "Fez", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fez/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I agree it's stunning. I'm 50, I've wrenched on a bunch of cars. Again not mentioning the front glass wouldn't pass MOT is a big fail, and makes me wonder how many other $100 \"little things\" are lurking. I almost pulled the trigger on this... it is sweet, and I don't generally like red cars.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1475690910, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-05 11:08:30+00"}, {"id": 1232273, "authorName": "Stan_the_Man", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stan_the_man/", "bidAmount": 5777, "content": "$5,777 bid placed by Stan the Man", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475691580, "type": "bid", "endDate": "2016-10-05 11:19:40+00"}, {"id": 1232276, "authorName": "vimpaler", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vimpaler/", "bidAmount": 6000, "content": "$6,000 bid placed by vimpaler", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475691663, "type": "bid", "endDate": "2016-10-05 11:21:03+00"}, {"id": 1232280, "authorName": "Stan_the_Man", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stan_the_man/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "...about that flight. :P\n\nSadly I'm out. 6K was my play money throwaway limit. And I'm in Europe right now - so it's almost time for bed.\n\nGood luck, hope it finds a great new home!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1475691754, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-05 11:22:34+00"}, {"id": 1232299, "authorName": "misterlou", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/misterlou/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Not sure why a \"been owned in California since new\" car has plates that were issued after 2012?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1475692575, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-05 11:36:15+00"}, {"id": 1232306, "authorName": "Fez", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fez/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Bring a Flag\n\nIf I had looked at a car, and dug it, I'd likely not brag it up here if I was going to bid to win. Re: windshield but did feel obligated to point out the windshield has two spiders.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475692758, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-05 11:39:18+00"}, {"id": 1232327, "authorName": "vimpaler", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vimpaler/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hi Fez, Thanks for mentioning the windshield. I'm not too concerned about it. Regarding the write-up, I liked the car and felt like sharing my experience. If someone else wins the car, there are plenty others out there. Good luck in the bidding!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1475693361, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-05 11:49:21+00"}, {"id": 1232336, "authorName": "Bmwgm", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bmwgm/", "bidAmount": 6100, "content": "$6,100 bid placed by Bmwgm", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475693596, "type": "bid", "endDate": "2016-10-05 11:53:16+00"}, {"id": 1232359, "authorName": "gtom (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gtom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Fez\nThank you for your comments and your points are well taken. I am reminded of the time when I recently completed my post graduate studies and I presented my thesis paper to my girlfriend in hopes that she might be impressed with my effort. Instead of reading the document for its content and maybe providing some interesting feedback, she pointed out that I had made a mistake on a page number in the table of contents.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1475694755, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-05 12:12:35+00"}, {"id": 1232466, "authorName": "Mcddady", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mcddady/", "bidAmount": 6200, "content": "$6,200 bid placed by Mcddady", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475697603, "type": "bid", "endDate": "2016-10-05 13:00:03+00"}, {"id": 1232502, "authorName": "vimpaler", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vimpaler/", "bidAmount": 6500, "content": "$6,500 bid placed by vimpaler", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475698108, "type": "bid", "endDate": "2016-10-05 13:08:28+00"}, {"id": 1232545, "authorName": "Mcddady", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mcddady/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "question ,those anyone know is that rust on the bottom of the spare tire compartment, thanks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475698651, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-05 13:17:31+00"}, {"id": 1232671, "authorName": "tompdx", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tompdx/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice car!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1475699729, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-05 13:35:29+00"}, {"id": 1232677, "authorName": "Truckman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/truckman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "People should get over the interior. Most items can be fixed with minimal effort and capital outlay. Example being parcel shelf is $5 away from looking near perfect and nice condition seats come up on the used market for less than $1000. Paint and body is what costs on these cars. It's a great color combo and looks like a good driver quality car . Good luck to bidders and seller.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1475699763, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-05 13:36:03+00"}, {"id": 1232785, "authorName": "gtom (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gtom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Mcddady\nThe spare tire well is solid. From looking at the picture, maybe just a bit of surface rust, but even that, I don't think so from my recollection. It should clean up well.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1475700484, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-05 13:48:04+00"}, {"id": 1232812, "authorName": "Mcddady", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mcddady/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "what state is the car in ,thanks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475700825, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-05 13:53:45+00"}, {"id": 1232821, "authorName": "Mcddady", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mcddady/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "got it cal", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475700922, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-05 13:55:22+00"}, {"id": 1232901, "authorName": "gtom (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gtom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Confirmed. No rust and no surface rust in spare tire well. Just went down to the garage and checked.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1475701752, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-05 14:09:12+00"}, {"id": 1232913, "authorName": "Mcddady", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mcddady/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "thanks...", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475701856, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-05 14:10:56+00"}, {"id": 1232958, "authorName": "gtom (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gtom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "No problem. Btw, that comment I made earlier about my thesis paper is a true story.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1475702416, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-05 14:20:16+00"}, {"id": 1233040, "authorName": "Mcddady", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mcddady/", "bidAmount": 6600, "content": "$6,600 bid placed by Mcddady", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475703565, "type": "bid", "endDate": "2016-10-05 14:39:25+00"}, {"id": 1233062, "authorName": "Jflo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jflo/", "bidAmount": 6700, "content": "$6,700 bid placed by Jflo", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475703843, "type": "bid", "endDate": "2016-10-05 14:44:03+00"}, {"id": 1233065, "authorName": "Mcddady", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mcddady/", "bidAmount": 6800, "content": "$6,800 bid placed by Mcddady", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475703881, "type": "bid", "endDate": "2016-10-05 14:44:41+00"}, {"id": 1233079, "authorName": "Jflo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jflo/", "bidAmount": 6900, "content": "$6,900 bid placed by Jflo", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475704158, "type": "bid", "endDate": "2016-10-05 14:49:18+00"}, {"id": 1233085, "authorName": "Anonymous", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Reserve not met on 10/5/16 at $6,900", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475704279, "type": "system", "endDate": "2016-10-05 14:51:19+00"}, {"id": 1233089, "authorName": "Jflo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jflo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "argh - no fair! \ner well, I'm sad...", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475704418, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-05 14:53:38+00"}, {"id": 1233098, "authorName": "SKH1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/skh1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Was the reserve @ 7k?!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475704459, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-05 14:54:19+00"}, {"id": 1233099, "authorName": "e82fan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/e82fan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "im thinking reserve was like 8500", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475704470, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-05 14:54:30+00"}, {"id": 1233100, "authorName": "majormojo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/majormojo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Do RNM cars ever get relisted, or is that typically it? (Curious)", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475704471, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-05 14:54:31+00"}, {"id": 1233102, "authorName": "gtom (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gtom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'm sorry the car didn't sell here, but I thank you all for your interest in the BMW!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1475704503, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-05 14:55:03+00"}, {"id": 1233110, "authorName": "ekazy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ekazy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@majormojo I don't think so. BaT can put the high bidder and seller in touch to see if they can work something out offline, which has definitely happened before. The only car I can think of being relisted by the same owner is the current Saab 95 auction, but that's a case of buyer flake-out.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475704698, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-05 14:58:18+00"}, {"id": 1233115, "authorName": "Mcddady", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mcddady/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "lucky ,my system went down i was going to bid 7500 n blow everyone all way", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475704751, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-05 14:59:11+00"}, {"id": 1233119, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@majormojo - The seller has been provided the info of the high bidder ( @Jflo). We don't tend to re-list cars that do not meet reserves, as they have the most bidder interest their first time to market. We also don't want BaT to feel like other sites where the same stale listings appear over and over. So if you want a car you see on BaT, bid while you can!\n\nThanks for the question and the interest.\nBaT", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1475704779, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-05 14:59:39+00"}, {"id": 1233124, "authorName": "majormojo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/majormojo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bringatrailer, @ekazy: thanks for the info.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1475704828, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-05 15:00:28+00"}, {"id": 1233131, "authorName": "Jflo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jflo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "thanks for listing and providing feedback on the 'is @gtom. \nHope to hear from you per BaT and @ekazy.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1475704914, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-05 15:01:54+00"}, {"id": 1233185, "authorName": "Prospect944", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/prospect944/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful on the outside. Seller should spend the money on the interior and put in back on BAT in 6 months. I bet it will hit the reserve easy. The buyer who has just pictures to go on and gets all worked up over the crisp, sharp, near-perfect red exterior, then hits the first interior picture and POOF! the image is shattered, and the spell is broken. People don't think: \"Well I'll just finish the rest myself.\" They start out seeing near perfection and that is what they expect all the way through. Human nature.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1475707541, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-05 15:45:41+00"}, {"id": 1233190, "authorName": "gtom (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gtom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Prospect944\r\nGood point, I'll keep that in mind next time. Thanks for your comment.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1475707663, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-05 15:47:43+00"}, {"id": 1234627, "authorName": "kingpM3", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kingpm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "agree with Prospect944... I'm actually local and wanted to check it out but then I started calculating the cost and time to do interior and I passed...", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1475790234, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-06 14:43:54+00"}, {"id": 1234756, "authorName": "gtom (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gtom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@kingM3\nI hope you do realize that if the interior was done or if I the car was perfect like everybody wanted it to be, the reserve price would have gone up correspondingly. Then would you have still been in for bidding? If so, I'd be happy to make the car perfect for you so along as you can pay the price. It's not as if these things come for free.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1475796779, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2016-10-06 16:32:59+00"}]