[{"id": 14106230, "authorName": "JGrills", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jgrills/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I didn't realize they put SMGs in non M e46s. Interesting. Has the fluid been changed? Redline or similar?", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1712331411, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14106285, "authorName": "4ptzske", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/4ptzske/", "bidAmount": 1000, "content": "$1,000 bid placed by 4ptzske", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712331932, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14106293, "authorName": "JGrills", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jgrills/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sorry. Missed the last bit about the fluid change. Nice spec.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712332028, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14106507, "authorName": "TheOMDude", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/theomdude/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Similar spec to my Electric Red/Natural Brown example, plus the parking warning. Of my three E46 BMWs, only one accumulated enough miles to develop the flat spot in the steering, and it was an easy fix back then. You notice because these are the sweetest steering cars in the world when it\u2019s right. The cure for the \u201cchoppy\u201d transmission action is simple. Drive it like a manual. The beauty of the SMG is the perfect rev-matched downshifts - every time. The cracks in the wood trim is in the finish, not the wood. It\u2019s \u201cPatina.\u201d Find a good independent shop, get the little niggles fixed, and you\u2019ll have one of the most satisfying driver\u2019s cars ever built - perfect for steering out of tight bends with the throttle. And IMO the prettiest version of the 3-Series. Worst decision in a lifetime of bad car decisions was letting mine go.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1712333596, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14106848, "authorName": "Sstonerm3", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sstonerm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@TheOMDude what's the fix for the flat spot in the steering? Beautiful color. Style 71 best non M wheel. (68 is second). Is the SMG rare in this non M coupe? I recall it was available but don't remember seeing one in a while if ever. Great car to drive and love on to bring it up to spec.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712336082, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14106865, "authorName": "LookingEast (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lookingeast/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hey everyone, and welcome to my auction for this beautifully spec'd 330Ci. And thanks for the comments so far. I'm excited to start interacting with ya'll. The car is located just outside Salem, Oregon. I am selling on behalf of the owner, a friend of mine. I'm located in Bend, Oregon, and will do my absolute best to answer your questions and facilitate communication between the new buyer and the owner. I'm here for anything you need in the next seven days. Please read through the listing and feel free to ask questions about some of the age-related things this particular car exhibits. \n\nA little bit about this car as I know it -\n\nI showed up to the photoshoot in my daily E92 Mspot and immediately felt the difference seven years make in that era of BMW. This 330Ci is way more visceral at every interaction point. That hard, thin steering wheel, the sound of the exhuast, the feeling of those E46 buttons, those vintage beeps the dash makes when turing the key, compared to the intrustive keyboard sounds of the next generation. This coupe was a much different driving experience than the E92. I encourage anyone in the area to check it out. \n\n @TheOMDude Thanks for stopping by! I agree, the steering on these BMWs is unlike anything that came after. And yes, shifting that SMG is an absolute joy. \n\n@4ptzske Thanks for stopping by and getting this auction rolling!\n\n @JGrills Yes, the fluid has been changed. I don't know if it was Redline or something similar.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1712336278, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14107404, "authorName": "TheOMDude", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/theomdude/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Sstonerm3. Twelve years ago replacing the steering coupler solved the issue for $263.67. More today no doubt.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1712338225, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14107587, "authorName": "TheOMDude", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/theomdude/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Re the difference between the E46 and later 3-Series: The best illustration I can give is that I made the mistake of trading mine for an E90 lease, and three months before that lease was up I was looking for an E46 with which to replace it. It\u2019s the steering! Hydraulic boost! And the suspension had lost its edge.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1712338607, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14109373, "authorName": "Coehawk71", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/coehawk71/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Did I see the tire photos correctly, 3 somewhat worn of one tread pattern and 1 less worn of a second type?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1712344541, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14109927, "authorName": "LookingEast (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lookingeast/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Coehawk71 Great eye, you are correct. The rear's could use replacing before a long journey. The fronts are good to go on tread for a while, however there is a knick in the sidewall of the passenger front, so personally I would replace that prior to a long journey as well. They are all Bridgestone, except for the driver's front which is a Velozza. Best to be transparent on that front. \r\n\r\nThanks for stopping by!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712346206, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14110226, "authorName": "TheOMDude", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/theomdude/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Re tires: if you\u2019re not going to spring for the Pricey Michelins, the best bargain is the Firestone Firehawk 500. Great reviews on the Tire Rack and a real bargain. I have them on my 335i Sport Package and (blushing) I confess I choose tires partly on cosmetics. I like the tread design.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1712347275, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14114458, "authorName": "alandwalter", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alandwalter/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have this SMG transmission on my 2004 325Ci (unusual...). At first I missed the pedal but after driving it a while I've found it smooth and enjoyable if a bit different from the usual manual transmission. @TheOMDude, you're right about the downshifts. I'll enjoy watching this auction and good luck to all participants.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1712411304, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14115397, "authorName": "rfrankov", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rfrankov/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "When you replace the tires you can sand and polish out the curb rash. The owner obviously liked parking very close to the curb. GLWTA", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1712420943, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14119008, "authorName": "LookingEast (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lookingeast/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Auction Day 2:\r\n\r\nThank you all for the comments and contributions. \r\n\r\n@rfrankov You're right, Style 71s are a beautiful wheel design. Perhaps my favorite cosmetic detail about this car, aside from the color. If the new owner chooses to take on some curb rash fixing, that could be a fun project. I've always wondered what that job entails.\r\n\r\n@alandwalter Thanks for stopping by! Cool to hear from other SMG owners out there. This transmission is a joy in manual mode. I hear the non-M SMG transmissions are tuned differently, however I don't know how so. Been following Chris Harris' new E60 M5 wagon purchase. Seems he enjoys shifting that SMG too. \r\n\r\nAppreciate all the info, @TheOMDude. I'm with ya. I do appreciate the luxuriousness of my E92, but there's no substitute for the 46. I came from two Z3's prior to this and man was that a jump to go from a z to an e90.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1712440888, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14119389, "authorName": "Gs82", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gs82/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@The OMDude, doesn\u2019t the E90 have hydraulic steering?", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1712446284, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14124623, "authorName": "TheOMDude", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/theomdude/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Gs82. I suspect you\u2019re right. It must have been the geometry or the boost curve or something. Or maybe it was the added weight. In any case, the way the response seemed hard wired to your intention on the E46 was gone.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712519539, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14124687, "authorName": "TheOMDude", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/theomdude/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@alandwalter. Yes, finding an SMG in the 325 is rare. The beauty of the E46 is that you get the same fabulous handling no matter if it\u2019s an M, a 330, a ZHP, or the 325. We put 171,000 miles on a 325iT, between ourselves and our daughter hauling the grandkids. After they\u2019d had that car for a while, and the Cheerios and other consequenses had overwhelmed it, I took it to a detailer who made it like new (even fixed the curb rash) and when I picked it up, I was struck again by how sweet that car drove. There\u2019s nothing else like it, then or now.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1712520190, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14124783, "authorName": "Gs82", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gs82/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The E90 has hydraulic steering, last 3 series with it. 1 series also is hydraulic.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1712521461, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14125025, "authorName": "stuckmtb", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stuckmtb/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I\u2019ll be following this one closely. Almost an identical spec to the 330Ci I sold last fall, although mine had a 6-speed and 240k miles on the odometer. I drove it for the most recent 50k and it drove like a dream. Once the cooling system is sorted, these cars are pretty reliable, and parts are readily available to DIY most cosmetic issues. The only thing that bothered me about mine was how quickly I went through rear tires, and no, I wasn\u2019t drifting the thing everywhere. I\u2019m told the accelerated tire wear is due to the staggered width setup. Just buy from Discount Tire with a warranty and enjoy half-price replacements as long as you keep it.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1712524731, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14125886, "authorName": "Gs82", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gs82/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "We have 2 E46s with staggered wheels, 17 and 18s. No exaggerated wear due to it. Obviously can\u2019t rotate front to back, but L to R on most tires.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712535805, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14126641, "authorName": "LookingEast (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lookingeast/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Auction Day 3:\n\nThanks to all the 293 watchers and 1810 viewers so far. A fun week ahead...\n\n @stuckmtb Thanks for following along! That's interesting. My e92 has staggered too. Made it through another Central Oregon winter without getting a set of squared off winter wheels. Amazing what you can do with a good set of continental extreme contacts and a gentle foot. \n\n@Gs82 yup, hydraulic until the f30 I believe, then the electricity took over our lives. Thinking about a f31 wagon soon, but will definitely be looking at the LCI as I hear the steering improved(?) somewhere around 2016. \n\n @TheOMDude It's amazing what a good detail can do. A clean car drives better.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1712548013, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14127016, "authorName": "alandwalter", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alandwalter/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@TheOMDude Thanks for the note. I've been driving 1st gen. Miatas for the past 25 years or so (a very enthusiastic community). Always kept 2 around and since I was usually in the car by myself they were all I needed for commuting, etc. With retirement I was pressed into service more often with the grandchildren. I got tired of juggling cars to accommodate carseats and little folks and started looking for a low mileage, reasonably priced, locally sourced convertible with a back seat. This fit the bill. Although the driving force (no pun...) was practicality it has opened me up to a whole new driving experience and group of enthusiasts. My wife always joked that they were going to bury me in one of my Miatas but they might have to dig a bigger hole.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1712574599, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14127913, "authorName": "joshstall", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/joshstall/", "bidAmount": 1250, "content": "$1,250 bid placed by joshstall", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712586149, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14127926, "authorName": "rfrankov", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rfrankov/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Driving video? I'm particularly interested in addressing the comment \"transmission is choppy in automatic mode\". Would you please capture that in a video and address? Thanks.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1712586280, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14128323, "authorName": "LookingEast (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lookingeast/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rfrankov I can reach out to the owner to see if he can record something this week, if you're interested in the car. Unfortunately, as I'm not the owner of the car, I cannot get a driving video myself. Stay tuned.\r\n\r\nThe \"choppy\" adjective refers to a typical aging SMG behavior - In manual mode, everything is perfect and predictable. In automatic mode, there will be a noticeable mechanical engagement of the clutch since this is a automatic manual transmission. It is usually recommended to drive an SMG as a standard manual transmission. \r\n\r\nI hope that helps. I don't know if choppy was the right word to use on my end. Thanks for reaching out!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712589668, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14129034, "authorName": "LookingEast (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lookingeast/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rfrankov Also remember, if you're local to Portland, we're happy to arrange a meetup where you can experience the car in person. I see that beautiful Alfa you sold in 2021 was in Portland. This car is located about 50 minutes south, depending on how bad the Wilsonville I-5 backup is that day. \n\nI highly recommend an in-person visit if a potential buyer is able. This is by far the best way to evaluate a car. Feel free to get in touch through the Contact Seller button and I can arrange.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712595429, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14130781, "authorName": "sommeraaron", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sommeraaron/", "bidAmount": 2004, "content": "$2,004 bid placed by sommeraaron", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712600950, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14132320, "authorName": "Coehawk71", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/coehawk71/", "bidAmount": 2150, "content": "$2,150 bid placed by Coehawk71", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712606347, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14137400, "authorName": "rfrankov", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rfrankov/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks for the comment. I've got a friend who has one of these with stick and it's a beautiful design being a coupe. This one's in a great color. In my ignorance I didn't realize this trans is basically a stick w/out the 3rd pedal which is nice, but won't work for the person I'm interested in buying this for. Nice cars come out of OR - no salt, no rust. GLWTA", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712676981, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14137426, "authorName": "cnqfer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cnqfer/", "bidAmount": 2350, "content": "$2,350 bid placed by cnqfer", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712677181, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14144578, "authorName": "Meneyev", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/meneyev/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'm relatively local to the area. Would love to check out the car in person.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712717477, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14144971, "authorName": "LookingEast (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lookingeast/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Auction Day 5\r\n\r\nThank you for the bids thus far. Happy the car's finally getting some attention. A reminder, this is a No Reserve auction. The car will sell on Friday at 11:04am to the highest bidder. As we seem to have a few new BaT members, please be sure to place your bid asap so you can be sure your connection is locked in. The clock will reset to 2 minutes if a bid is placed after the 2 minute mark. One of the greatest features of this site.\r\n\r\n@meneyev Absolutely. Thank you for reaching out through the contact seller button. I just sent a response your way. \r\n\r\n@rfrankov Ah ok, I see. Well, happy to help anyway possible. Yes, the Pacific NW is a great place for this hobby. No salt, moderate temps, dry air despite the rain, and a supportive enthusiast culture for just about anything.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712728486, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14147877, "authorName": "Coehawk71", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/coehawk71/", "bidAmount": 2500, "content": "$2,500 bid placed by Coehawk71", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712770455, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14149764, "authorName": "cnqfer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cnqfer/", "bidAmount": 2700, "content": "$2,700 bid placed by cnqfer", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712776909, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14150809, "authorName": "Max_emilio02", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/max_emilio02/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "SMG transmission is very underrated. A blast to drive once you learn the timing. Forums can say what they want, I stand by the SMG.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1712780319, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14153478, "authorName": "Dzavala88", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dzavala88/", "bidAmount": 2800, "content": "$2,800 bid placed by Dzavala88", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712801383, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14153820, "authorName": "LookingEast (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lookingeast/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Auction Day 6\r\n\r\nSteady uptick of watchers and viewers. Thank you all for the bids and comments.\r\n\r\n@Max_emilio02 Thanks for stopping by. Good to hear from fellow SMG owners who advocate for this transmission. Another thing I like about this era SMG - unlike a lot of tiptronic stuff, manual mode is clearly not an afterthought. The actual shift rod is satisfying to use, offering an assuring slick as you row through the gears.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1712808440, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14155031, "authorName": "sommeraaron", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sommeraaron/", "bidAmount": 3000, "content": "$3,000 bid placed by sommeraaron", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712843813, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14155074, "authorName": "Buck9449", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/buck9449/", "bidAmount": 4000, "content": "$4,000 bid placed by Buck9449", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712844194, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14160562, "authorName": "Mark4513", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mark4513/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "One of the repair bills said the vehicle was flooded and there was fuel in the oil- what happened here ?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1712868566, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14161057, "authorName": "LookingEast (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lookingeast/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Mark4513 Great eye. From what I can gather about that event, the car experienced a no start scenario on the side of the road in 2015 and after all the unsuccessful starts, the plugs got wet with fuel and needed to be replaced. For some reason the technician recorded the term \"flooded\" which is kinda correct, but obviously not flooded like a carbureted car or a hurricane situation. \r\n\r\nThe fix for that event was simply a new battery, new plugs and an oil change.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1712870317, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14161324, "authorName": "ADM1975", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/adm1975/", "bidAmount": 4111, "content": "$4,111 bid placed by ADM1975", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712871855, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14162087, "authorName": "Lee-Type", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lee-type/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I had an E46 and an E92, and I echo the comments here about the differences. This car...really has me interested. The SMG and the color combo just work! I've only test-driven an E60 M5 and E46 M3 SMG, but I thoroughly enjoyed both. GLWTA.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712880336, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14164043, "authorName": "mcaton74", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mcaton74/", "bidAmount": 4330, "content": "$4,330 bid placed by mcaton74", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712929791, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14164171, "authorName": "4ptzske", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/4ptzske/", "bidAmount": 4500, "content": "$4,500 bid placed by 4ptzske", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712931114, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14164261, "authorName": "Buck9449", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/buck9449/", "bidAmount": 5500, "content": "$5,500 bid placed by Buck9449", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712931938, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14164912, "authorName": "LookingEast (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lookingeast/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Auction Day 7\n\nA little over two hours left on this Coupe. I'll have this tab open all morning for any questions you may have.\n\nIt was a pleasure working with the owner on this special car and I'm grateful we were able to present it to the best marketplace on the internet.\n\n @Buck9449, @4ptzske, @mcaton74, @ADM1975, @sommeraaron, @Dzavala88, @cnqfer, @Coehawk71, @joshstall and everyone else thank you for bids.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1712937596, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14165463, "authorName": "dcardamone", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dcardamone/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Curious why this was sold after only 200 miles and a few months, any way you might explain quickly? Very interested.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1712941143, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14165689, "authorName": "LookingEast (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lookingeast/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@dcardamone Always a great question. The owner did spend a decent amount of time going through this car and taking care of much needed maintenance over the course of several months - certainly enough time to build up a familiarity with the vehicle.\n\nSometimes that's just the way it goes with this hobby. Once we had the opportunity to do a photoshoot and present it to Bringatrailer, we were excited to make moves and put this special car in front of a special audience. \n\nIf you have any specific questions on the maintenance or the car's history, happy to do my best to answer. I'm here.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712942640, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14165965, "authorName": "LookingEast (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lookingeast/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Less than 30 minutes to go on this No Reserve auction. Keep the questions coming. We're excited to send this Gray Green Coupe off to its new owner.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712943652, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14166107, "authorName": "Gs82", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gs82/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Even with the SMG\u2026..", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712944088, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14166212, "authorName": "kindle_bmw", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kindle_bmw/", "bidAmount": 5600, "content": "$5,600 bid placed by kindle_bmw", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712944429, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14166406, "authorName": "dcardamone", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dcardamone/", "bidAmount": 5700, "content": "$5,700 bid placed by dcardamone", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712945014, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14166411, "authorName": "kindle_bmw", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kindle_bmw/", "bidAmount": 5800, "content": "$5,800 bid placed by kindle_bmw", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712945032, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14166432, "authorName": "dcardamone", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dcardamone/", "bidAmount": 5900, "content": "$5,900 bid placed by dcardamone", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712945138, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14166464, "authorName": "kindle_bmw", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kindle_bmw/", "bidAmount": 6000, "content": "$6,000 bid placed by kindle_bmw", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712945253, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14166497, "authorName": "T5ing", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/t5ing/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Seems super cheap for a clean coupe. Guess it\u2019s the SMG scaring people off?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712945358, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14166502, "authorName": "dcardamone", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dcardamone/", "bidAmount": 6100, "content": "$6,100 bid placed by dcardamone", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712945365, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14166508, "authorName": "dcardamone", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dcardamone/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It's on the way up!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712945394, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14166522, "authorName": "dcardamone", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dcardamone/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I do think the manual swap at $3k or so is enticing. Anyone have a different idea of the cost on that?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712945441, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14166528, "authorName": "T5ing", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/t5ing/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Manual swap really depends on part of the country, and what you get the swap for. New flywheel and clutch will run $850-$950ish.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712945472, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14166535, "authorName": "dcardamone", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dcardamone/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 4/12/24 for $6,100 to dcardamone", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712945486, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 14166543, "authorName": "T5ing", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/t5ing/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow, nice buy!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712945504, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14166554, "authorName": "TheOMDude", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/theomdude/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Stolen.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1712945547, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14166556, "authorName": "Buck9449", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/buck9449/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow. Good deal!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712945553, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14166563, "authorName": "Baggsz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/baggsz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "That's a good deal!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712945575, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14166583, "authorName": "LookingEast (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lookingeast/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@dcardamone Congrats on your new coupe! You should have gotten an email from Bringatrailer with contact information. Well be in touch.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1712945617, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14166592, "authorName": "kindle_bmw", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kindle_bmw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "congrats @dcardamone ! got distracted.. :/", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1712945634, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14166599, "authorName": "dcardamone", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dcardamone/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sounds great, looks like I am flying to Oregon from SoCal...! Oh well, haha at least you helped it get to a more fair price @kindle_bmw", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1712945674, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14166628, "authorName": "gsimon", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gsimon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Holy moly, this was well bought.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1712945760, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14166920, "authorName": "LayNout", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/laynout/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "We will call that the Oregon discount!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712946649, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14168095, "authorName": "sommeraaron", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sommeraaron/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is a great price for both seller and buyer! With fees, taxes, and maybe a little airfare, gas, travel expenses or freight costs, this comes in nicely under retail. Amazing outcome for both parties. Happy Friday all around!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1712950585, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14169973, "authorName": "s14realm3", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/s14realm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "For more info on non M e46 SMG, \r\n\r\nhttps://www.smgsociety.com/model-overview/6-speed-smg/", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1712957966, "type": "comment"}]