[{"id": 2579739, "authorName": "m3wise", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/m3wise/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "When was the car painted?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538690874, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2018-10-04 15:07:54+00"}, {"id": 2579751, "authorName": "AUDIologist", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/audiologist/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "so much to like.. blue paint looks great, three pedals, sorted suspension, A+ condition! Have the electric motors for the top and microswitches been replaced? How are the squeaks and rattles in driving? Rear shock towers solid or welded/repaired?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538691148, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2018-10-04 15:12:28+00"}, {"id": 2579769, "authorName": "e9er", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/e9er/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "These cars have great lines and proportions, especially in convertible form. Long hood and and short deck!\r\n\r\nGreat color combo on this one!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1538691635, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2018-10-04 15:20:35+00"}, {"id": 2579820, "authorName": "mrdeezy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mrdeezy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "These convertible E36's are aging quite nicely! A clean one like this is very classy, indeed!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1538692867, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2018-10-04 15:41:07+00"}, {"id": 2579887, "authorName": "Jeronomo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jeronomo/", "bidAmount": 1000, "content": "$1,000 bid placed by Jeronomo", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538694447, "type": "bid", "endDate": "2018-10-04 16:07:27+00"}, {"id": 2579893, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Videos have been added to the listing.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538694691, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2018-10-04 16:11:31+00"}, {"id": 2579894, "authorName": "13b", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/13b/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Before someone knocks the tires on this car... Barum is a German tire brand (how apropos) manufactured by Continental. \n\nI have this exact set on my NC Miata (for about 10k miles now) and LOVE them in my spirited daily driving/boring commuting. They grip extremely well in the wet and dry. They are very quiet, and seem to be wearing at a very acceptable rate. Not the most expensive tire option out there for certain, and would most likely give up some performance to a more extreme tire, however, for most people, I'd dare say these tires will serve you well. \n\nJust my 2 shekels worth. I may be due some change...", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1538694798, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2018-10-04 16:13:18+00"}, {"id": 2579962, "authorName": "leveride", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/leveride/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The listing incorrectly indicates these seats are Vaders but they are not. Didn't come in any convertibles that I have ever seen unless swapped from an M3 coupe or sedan.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538696273, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2018-10-04 16:37:53+00"}, {"id": 2579974, "authorName": "wem5310", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wem5310/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Really nice E36 M3 convertible! Follow up question on the top...have the tension bands been replaced? Does the bottom of the top hit the deck lid when opening and what is the condition of the deck lid motor? Thanks in advance!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538696711, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2018-10-04 16:45:11+00"}, {"id": 2579987, "authorName": "Pwrdbym", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pwrdbym/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@leveride. Agreed, the seats in the pictures are not \u201cvaders\u201d as they\u2019re normally referred to. Of course that is a nickname applied by enthusiasts. \r\nSeller, can we assume the new seat leather is from Autoberry?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538696933, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2018-10-04 16:48:53+00"}, {"id": 2579994, "authorName": "Pwrdbym", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pwrdbym/", "bidAmount": 5000, "content": "$5,000 bid placed by Pwrdbym", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538697101, "type": "bid", "endDate": "2018-10-04 16:51:41+00"}, {"id": 2580038, "authorName": "Dave_92_LSC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dave_92_lsc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Is it official that this is the best looking M3 of all time ?", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1538698105, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2018-10-04 17:08:25+00"}, {"id": 2580137, "authorName": "Miles_S (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/miles_s/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hi everyone! Here to answer any and all of your questions! First off, everyone is correct, not Vader seats. That one slipped by us. Will get it corrected. The car has never been painted...not since the factory that is! The suspension points and shock towers are SOLID rust free. Tried to show all of them in the photos. The suspension is stiffer with the coilovers but not rough by any means. No rattles of squeaks that come to mind but I guess you are right @audiologist ...many of the BMWs ive had certainly rattle and squeak! The top works quite well. I am not positive about the tension straps on the top..I will lean towards they have not been done since the top was replaced. The seals are new and it definitely does not leak. The leather is really leather and came from GAHH. The car smells magnificent right now! @dave_92lsc ...I think it is :)", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1538701203, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2018-10-04 18:00:03+00"}, {"id": 2580211, "authorName": "Sgtskid", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sgtskid/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful car! I may have to stop by and see this one in person!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538703123, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2018-10-04 18:32:03+00"}, {"id": 2580258, "authorName": "manycanoe", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/manycanoe/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sweetest ride ever! For 13 years it always turned people\u2019s heads when they saw it or heard it!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538704289, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2018-10-04 18:51:29+00"}, {"id": 2580694, "authorName": "Scott_S", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/scott_s/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Seller should have taken a few pics in sunlight to show how great that color is! It looks black in most shots.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538740194, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2018-10-05 04:49:54+00"}, {"id": 2580916, "authorName": "a_donch", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/a_donch/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The Force is Not with you.\r\n\r\nThose aren\u2019t Vaders....", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538747355, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2018-10-05 06:49:15+00"}, {"id": 2580958, "authorName": "wdb", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wdb/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Handsome car! The M badge carries a lot of cachet, and the color on this one is quite fetching. GLWTA!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538748763, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2018-10-05 07:12:43+00"}, {"id": 2581077, "authorName": "dna.autowholesale", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dna.autowholesale/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice car!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538751792, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2018-10-05 08:03:12+00"}, {"id": 2581086, "authorName": "AlpineE34M5", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alpinee34m5/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Individual program E36 M3's are EXTREMELY rare. This convertible is 1 of 4 in Orient Blue w/manual transmission. And 1 of 13 individual paint convertibles w/ manual. I have been searching for an individual coupe for awhile and haven't been able to find anything.\r\n\r\nhttp://www.m3forum.net/m3forum/showthread.php?t=418170", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1538751879, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2018-10-05 08:04:39+00"}, {"id": 2581367, "authorName": "Miles_S (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/miles_s/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@alpinee34m5 Thank you very much for the info! We knew the color was rare but not to what extent. Definitely is a beautiful color combination. Very striking when the light hits it!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538758384, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2018-10-05 09:53:04+00"}, {"id": 2581743, "authorName": "BlueBimmers", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bluebimmers/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow, Orient E36! Knew it had to be rare, and then Alpine chimes in with the number. \r\n\r\nLots to like here. Did car get full Insp. II around 60K? More service info the better, new trans and clutch good news. So many little things you can do with these. If seats needed redoing, I would have gone with a different color. Barum was a new tire brand name for me too, learn something everyday on BaT.\r\n\r\nGLWA.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538763349, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2018-10-05 11:15:49+00"}, {"id": 2582865, "authorName": "Larry_T", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/larry_t/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Seller or other E36 owners care to comment on the map holders, I'm not sure how much this would bother my OCD self. I'm curious how the paint has stayed so nice. Excellent presentation. GLWTA.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1538773821, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2018-10-05 14:10:21+00"}, {"id": 2583912, "authorName": "Jeronomo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jeronomo/", "bidAmount": 6000, "content": "$6,000 bid placed by Jeronomo", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538799046, "type": "bid", "endDate": "2018-10-05 21:10:46+00"}, {"id": 2583952, "authorName": "Sgtskid", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sgtskid/", "bidAmount": 6100, "content": "$6,100 bid placed by Sgtskid", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538802705, "type": "bid", "endDate": "2018-10-05 22:11:45+00"}, {"id": 2584124, "authorName": "vwaddict53", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vwaddict53/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Went by and took a look at this car yesterday. Let me tell you it is absolutely stunning and extremely clean and we'll maintained. I'm a current E36 owner. Very solid quite car.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1538829506, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2018-10-06 05:38:26+00"}, {"id": 2584126, "authorName": "vwaddict53", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vwaddict53/", "bidAmount": 6500, "content": "$6,500 bid placed by vwaddict53", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538829523, "type": "bid", "endDate": "2018-10-06 05:38:43+00"}, {"id": 2584144, "authorName": "honor_roll", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/honor_roll/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Miles_S, Will you please post a video of someone opening and closing the convertible top? Thank you.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1538830165, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2018-10-06 05:49:25+00"}, {"id": 2584329, "authorName": "honor_roll", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/honor_roll/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Miles_S, I see a lot of records there. Are there records of when the suspension mods were done? A date, mileage and installer? Is there any chance you have the stock springs too?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538836208, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2018-10-06 07:30:08+00"}, {"id": 2584379, "authorName": "Jeronomo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jeronomo/", "bidAmount": 7500, "content": "$7,500 bid placed by Jeronomo", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538837658, "type": "bid", "endDate": "2018-10-06 07:54:18+00"}, {"id": 2584475, "authorName": "Miles_S (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/miles_s/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@vwaddict53 Thanks for coming by..was a pleasure meeting you! Still a few months left in the south here to enjoy the convertible :)", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538841487, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2018-10-06 08:58:07+00"}, {"id": 2584917, "authorName": "classicwannabe", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/classicwannabe/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow! It is beautiful. There are a few nconsistencies that warrant more inquiry. Paint is so nice, and not a repaint confirmed by seller, seems odd that seats would need re-upholstery Large dog maybe? Also, looking at service records from Carfax and living in Georgia, Macon is nowhere close to Millegeville so this seems a little off, and noted as a \u201cfleet car\u201d. Maybe more history can be explored or comment on", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1538860354, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2018-10-06 14:12:34+00"}, {"id": 2585218, "authorName": "Miles_S (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/miles_s/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@classicwannabe Paint is absolutely gorgeous. The car has been well maintained but high end detailing went into the paint to get it where it is today. Cleaned up beautifully. The Original leather was not terrible but hard and bolsters were worn. Typical of most BMWs. We felt the car deserved a fresh interior to compliment the overall clean condition of the car. The last owner is a dear friend of my shop. He routinely serviced the car at BMW of Macon and actually had my shop all the way in Knoxville TN do some work as well. The car has records of the 60k miles service as well. Lots and lots of records accompany this M3 and they tell a story of a well appreciated and enjoyed car :) Hope this helps!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1538877023, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2018-10-06 18:50:23+00"}, {"id": 2585241, "authorName": "Sgtskid", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sgtskid/", "bidAmount": 7750, "content": "$7,750 bid placed by Sgtskid", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538878574, "type": "bid", "endDate": "2018-10-06 19:16:14+00"}, {"id": 2585250, "authorName": "Jeronomo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jeronomo/", "bidAmount": 8000, "content": "$8,000 bid placed by Jeronomo", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538879262, "type": "bid", "endDate": "2018-10-06 19:27:42+00"}, {"id": 2585257, "authorName": "classicwannabe", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/classicwannabe/", "bidAmount": 8400, "content": "$8,400 bid placed by classicwannabe", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538879909, "type": "bid", "endDate": "2018-10-06 19:38:29+00"}, {"id": 2585261, "authorName": "Jeronomo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jeronomo/", "bidAmount": 9000, "content": "$9,000 bid placed by Jeronomo", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538880115, "type": "bid", "endDate": "2018-10-06 19:41:55+00"}, {"id": 2585267, "authorName": "Sgtskid", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sgtskid/", "bidAmount": 9500, "content": "$9,500 bid placed by Sgtskid", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538880635, "type": "bid", "endDate": "2018-10-06 19:50:35+00"}, {"id": 2585272, "authorName": "Jeronomo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jeronomo/", "bidAmount": 10000, "content": "$10,000 bid placed by Jeronomo", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538880987, "type": "bid", "endDate": "2018-10-06 19:56:27+00"}, {"id": 2585568, "authorName": "Rdyn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rdyn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Lovely car, absolutely timeless design. I'm tempted... Very few of these around anymore. GLWA!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538921460, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2018-10-07 07:11:00+00"}, {"id": 2593475, "authorName": "Sgtskid", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sgtskid/", "bidAmount": 10300, "content": "$10,300 bid placed by Sgtskid", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539137412, "type": "bid", "endDate": "2018-10-09 19:10:12+00"}, {"id": 2595328, "authorName": "Larry_T", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/larry_t/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I may have missed this in the comments below @Miles_S but was a cooling system rebuild completed.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539198595, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2018-10-10 12:09:55+00"}, {"id": 2595694, "authorName": "Miles_S (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/miles_s/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@larry_t The cooling system has been serviced in the receipts although there is no mention of a full rebuild. The car holds temperature as it should. Thanks!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1539201226, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2018-10-10 12:53:46+00"}, {"id": 2597470, "authorName": "Jeronomo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jeronomo/", "bidAmount": 10550, "content": "$10,550 bid placed by Jeronomo", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539226048, "type": "bid", "endDate": "2018-10-10 19:47:28+00"}, {"id": 2597887, "authorName": "thorgoth", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thorgoth/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@classicwannabe, I have the same car but in Estoril blue with Contour Style 23 wheels. Redoing the seats after close to 20 years is something I could consider doing as well since they tend to fade a bit over time and show wear. The same could be said about the top, at least on mine, so with it already being replaced on this car is a bonus. \r\n\r\nThese are great cars with enough power to have some fun, making you want to take the long drive home with the stereo off. GLWTS.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1539262173, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2018-10-11 05:49:33+00"}, {"id": 2597954, "authorName": "RobWalls", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/robwalls/", "bidAmount": 11000, "content": "$11,000 bid placed by RobWalls", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539263611, "type": "bid", "endDate": "2018-10-11 06:13:31+00"}, {"id": 2598308, "authorName": "Sgtskid", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sgtskid/", "bidAmount": 11500, "content": "$11,500 bid placed by Sgtskid", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539270621, "type": "bid", "endDate": "2018-10-11 08:10:21+00"}, {"id": 2599145, "authorName": "RobWalls", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/robwalls/", "bidAmount": 11750, "content": "$11,750 bid placed by RobWalls", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539283883, "type": "bid", "endDate": "2018-10-11 11:51:23+00"}, {"id": 2600073, "authorName": "Christiaan67", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/christiaan67/", "bidAmount": 12101, "content": "$12,101 bid placed by Christiaan67", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539289300, "type": "bid", "endDate": "2018-10-11 13:21:40+00"}, {"id": 2600100, "authorName": "Miles_S (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/miles_s/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "To answer a few last minute questions that I realized I missed...@Honor_roll The top goes up and down fine, I apologize for not getting a video of it. The Suspension modifications were completed in the last 500-1000 miles very fresh to the car. I do not have the stock springs...that I know of. I can dig around and see but lets assume they are gone.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1539289438, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2018-10-11 13:23:58+00"}, {"id": 2600164, "authorName": "classicwannabe", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/classicwannabe/", "bidAmount": 12400, "content": "$12,400 bid placed by classicwannabe", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539289944, "type": "bid", "endDate": "2018-10-11 13:32:24+00"}, {"id": 2600179, "authorName": "classicwannabe", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/classicwannabe/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 10/11/18 for $12,400 to classicwannabe", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539290100, "type": "system", "endDate": "2018-10-11 13:35:00+00"}, {"id": 2600186, "authorName": "jmvfrva", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jmvfrva/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "good luck classicwannabe with your nice new ride.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539290198, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2018-10-11 13:36:38+00"}, {"id": 2600187, "authorName": "StaceGhost", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/staceghost/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "good buy @classicwannabe. As a fellow owner of an E36 convertible, you have many miles of joy ahead of you.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1539290229, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2018-10-11 13:37:09+00"}, {"id": 2600249, "authorName": "classicwannabe", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/classicwannabe/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks all. I'm excited as I've watched a few go by with regrets. @Miles_S please contact me", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1539290692, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2018-10-11 13:44:52+00"}, {"id": 2600309, "authorName": "Miles_S (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/miles_s/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congrats! @classicwannabe It is an amazing car. Talk soon", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539291293, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2018-10-11 13:54:53+00"}, {"id": 3084152, "authorName": "Varjak", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/varjak/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Orient Blue is beautiful on this car and does look good against the Dove interior. It's just that in the real world, the Dove interior doesn't work for me.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1553628085, "type": "comment", "endDate": "2019-03-26 12:21:25+00"}]