[{"id": 7790280, "authorName": "LeftFootRequired", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/leftfootrequired/", "bidAmount": 20972, "content": "$20,972 bid placed by LeftFootRequired", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1643590946, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7790307, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hi and welcome to BaT\u2019s auction of my 1972 E9 3.0 CSi, #2261686.\r\nA couple of items not mentioned in the write up:\r\nThe car was treated to Waxoyl rust inhibitor during the original restoration and had a followup treatment around 2010.\r\nThe engine is a Korman Stage II fuel injected 3.4 Liter, rated at 276 bhp at the crank. Dyno sheet is included in the photos.\r\nKorman front strut decamber plates are mounted inside the fenders, at the top of the struts in order to clear the SS strut brace under the hood. The front fenders were rolled to clear the 16\u201d Alpina wheel/tire combination.\r\nThe cooling system consists of an Aluminum aftermarket oversized radiator with twin Spal electronically controlled fans. The heater is currently bypassed, but can easily be reconnected. \r\nRefreshed or replaced items within the last year include the windshield washers and wipers, new battery, a/c switches/knobs, under hood and trunk lights as well as a new toolbox.\r\nA/C has been converted to a rotary compressor and blows cold.\r\nReplacement Original German Language Owner\u2019s Manual, plus supplement, extensive history file, Blue Service Manuals, Parts Books and Original Sales brochure are included in the sale along with a Coupe King replica Alpina spare wheel.\r\nA set of Orange Books are available at extra cost.\r\nAfter a thorough inspection, I have found no evidence of rust in any of the usual places. There are traces of Waxoyl (orange tinted) visible in some of the photographs.\r\nDisclosure- the drop down cover to access the fuse box and hood release does not fit quite right and needs adjusting. The rear fog light as fitted to Euro E9\u2019s is not wired in. The steering column cover needs to be refinished in the correct black crackle paint and is missing the clear plastic prism that illuminates the side of the column and the driver\u2019s side footwell.\r\nRestoring this coupe has been a labor of love and I have enjoyed researching, owning, driving and showing it immensely. It\u2019s now time for someone else to appreciate and enjoy it.\r\nNo car is perfect, but this is a quick, tight coupe that I would not hesitate to drive across the country. \r\nBid with confidence! Please post any questions and I will answer as quickly as possible.", "likes": 9, "timestamp": 1643591262, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7790364, "authorName": "Thatch", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thatch/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I\u2019m a little old for this car, but I\u2019d drive it anyway. Excellent driving video!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1643592191, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7790384, "authorName": "occoupe", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/occoupe/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice e9. Is it just me or do the doors not match? Maybe I should get my eyes checked.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1643592490, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7790418, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Also included in the sale are a set of reproduction replacement rear tail light lenses (Thanks Stan Chamallas) and gaskets.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1643592885, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7790420, "authorName": "Cdmcars", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cdmcars/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Don\u2019t mean to sound like a fool, but what are the holes in the front air dam, if not for fog lights?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1643592967, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7790474, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Holes are for cooling air to front discs- you can run ducts to dump the air on the discs.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1643593588, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7790626, "authorName": "DennisLJacob", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dennisljacob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "You beat me to it, what he said", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1643595471, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7790671, "authorName": "quillz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/quillz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Absolutely brilliant work on one of BMW\u2019s most beautiful cars. I love it. GLWTA!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1643596222, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7790717, "authorName": "AHill007", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ahill007/", "bidAmount": 22000, "content": "$22,000 bid placed by AHill007", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1643597233, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7790736, "authorName": "BBK", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bbk/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very nice E9 coupe. The A/C retrofit into a Euro coupe is nice as most did not have it. The Chamonix paint is nice but I am partial to Polaris (Silver) as this was the color of my old coupe also with red leather. Nice to have the trunk carpet and utility bin on the passenger side but it does not look to be a stock utility bin (shape is different). Also, to me at least, the stance looks to be a bit high in the rear and lower in front, likely due to the lowering springs but would look better IMO if front and rear positions were equal. Just my thoughts and others may disagree. Overall, a pretty coupe and it should do well here.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1643597673, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7790777, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@BBK US market coupes tend to sit low in the rear as the front was raised to meet then current headlight standards. BMW offered three different height spring pads on their e9's, identified, in ascending order, by one, two or three raised dots on the outside of the pads. I didn't like the rear drop and stanced my coupe in this manner by using 3 dot rear spring pads and 1 dots on the front. I don't believe all 3 pads are currently available.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1643598457, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7790787, "authorName": "DougP", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dougp/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What's the history on the paint? The doors look slightly mismatched.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1643598857, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7790808, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@DougP Painted Chamonix 2204, paint correction, 2017-8. I believe i look very closely, you're seeing a reflection of the white stripe on the asphalt. Doors match. Right front fender was repainted due to scratch from removal of Lokari liners for undercarriage photos.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1643599171, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7790810, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sory, 2004.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1643599196, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7790938, "authorName": "gattuzio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gattuzio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What a beautiful car. Love the color combo! GLWTS", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1643602002, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7790941, "authorName": "whodat", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/whodat/", "bidAmount": 30303, "content": "$30,303 bid placed by whodat", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1643602063, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7791042, "authorName": "groberts", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/groberts/", "bidAmount": 50000, "content": "$50,000 bid placed by groberts", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1643604643, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7791152, "authorName": "JLsKA510", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jlska510/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "DougP, It looks more like yellow sunset reflection?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1643610700, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7791327, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@DougP If you could provide a better description of what you're seeing, I will be better able to address your concerns or take additional photos of the area.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1643632162, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7791382, "authorName": "SlowNRusty", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/slownrusty/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The intake manifold certainly gives the car a M90 \"look\".\r\n\r\nI would not have believed 276hp was possible with a slight compression bump and some headwork, that's quite a leap from stock and basically gives the car M635 (M88/3) type power from a single cam 12Valve head. \r\n\r\nCertainly is a pretty car.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1643634484, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7791439, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@SlowNRusty, Thanks for the comment! That's a D-Jet Manifold that is original to the car and ported to match the newer heads. I wanted to preserve the look while updating the performance. The output was a pleasant surprise, I was expecting 250-260 bhp.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1643635622, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7791688, "authorName": "2112", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/2112/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Absolutely love it when guys Hot Rod an E9 like this.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1643639424, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7792350, "authorName": "bradeisman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bradeisman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Gorgeous! Beautiful color combo, wheels and stance.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1643646731, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7793044, "authorName": "sy1616", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sy1616/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Lower the rear and inch or two and perfect!! B e a utiful!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1643653562, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7793050, "authorName": "sy1616", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sy1616/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I\u2019d love this car with S62 engine and a 6 speed. I\u2019d daily that for the rest of my life.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1643653643, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7793199, "authorName": "1972BMW2002TII", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/1972bmw2002tii/", "bidAmount": 51500, "content": "$51,500 bid placed by 1972BMW2002TII", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1643654788, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7794257, "authorName": "bminchew", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bminchew/", "bidAmount": 52000, "content": "$52,000 bid placed by bminchew", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1643658721, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7794827, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Some additional build info: I was able to source a set of H4 headlights on Ebay. During the installation, I noticed that the fuse block was getting uncomfortably warm- recalling old reports of CSi's and under dash fires, I had additional relays wired in to both high and low beam lights and the fuse block heating issue went away. The relays are located in line, behind the light buckets.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1643660580, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7795644, "authorName": "SMFish", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/smfish/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Love this car! Color, Stance and set up is perfect.... I'm in.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1643663553, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7795709, "authorName": "SMFish", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/smfish/", "bidAmount": 55000, "content": "$55,000 bid placed by SMFish", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1643663729, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7795780, "authorName": "SMFish", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/smfish/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "How can I arrange to see this beauty?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1643663965, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7795896, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@SMFish: Click on Contact Seller to arrange an Inspection.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1643664434, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7796859, "authorName": "ColomboMotors", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/colombomotors/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Love, love, LOVE this car! I own a Chamonix Coupe with a 5-Speed as well. I can't ever part with my car, and I can't imagine the feeling of parting with a machine like this after putting so many hours of blood, sweat and tears into a gorgeous build. GLWTA!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1643668142, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7797554, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ColomboMotors: It's definitely bittersweet, but it's time for someone else to enjoy!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1643670175, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7799362, "authorName": "oilcooler", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/oilcooler/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "nice car, but the rear is too high and the rear tires appear to be 225/55, but should be 225/50. two easy fixes, but the too tall rear is what i first noticed. best of luck to the seller and buyer.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1643697881, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7799414, "authorName": "Markos", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/markos/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "So nice ti see a genuine set of 16\u201d Alpinas!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1643703941, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7799613, "authorName": "tferrer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tferrer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Chassis restoration by a known, knowledgeable shop. Motor by Korman with a dyno sheet. Long-term, loving, e9 knowledgeable ownership and all you jokers can talk about is the rear end being .5 inches high (which it isn't) .... Welcome to BaT...Gorgeous car. GLWTA", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1643720965, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7799640, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@tferrer Thanks for the kind words.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1643721265, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7799676, "authorName": "TodB", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/todb/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Agree with @tferrer, a lot of the right boxes ticked and clearly owned by a loving owner. Now that dyno sheet...the line chart was probably not output by a Dyno :). I'll defer to the experts, but with stock Motronic 1.0 and 9:1 compression, is 276 HP really achievable? I wonder what the driveline loss factor was to get to that #? Based upon the video, it sure does pull well though! This appears to be a wonderful car, well maintained and seems to run great. GLWS!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1643722101, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7799698, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@TodB: It's a custom flashed Motronic 1.0. if you look at the work order, a significant amount of time was spent on dyno tuning. Also teh reciprocating assembly was significantly lightened and balanced for operation at 3500 RPM, where I expected to do most of my driving. The 276 BHP is measured at the crank. I never ran the car on a chassis dyno, but a somewhat reasonable WAG would be around 225 at the wheels. Thanks for the kind comments.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1643722424, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7799718, "authorName": "TodB", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/todb/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Ah, that makes more sense, sorry I missed that. Does the motor use the stock injectors or larger ones? I had a build with a similar motor in an E28 5 series. If this one pulls anything like mine did, this car must be a hoot to drive.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1643722659, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7799736, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@TodB: The stock injectors were cleaned and serviced. The really neat thing about the motor is that as hard as it pulls, it idles cleanly, with a slight lope and will toodle along at 2K RPM all day. And yes, it's an absolute blast to drive, especially on winding roads.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1643722947, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7799753, "authorName": "TodB", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/todb/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@FlBeeemerfan: I'm relatively new to northern Florida. I'm still looking for the winding roads...I'd kill for an actual hill.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1643723158, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7799783, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@TodB: Yes, that's a real issue in our State. In Central Florida I've driven the area around Mt. Dora / Ocala and found some interesting roads, with some elevation changes. In South Florida, winding roads are the proverbial Hen's Teeth. Roughly where are you located?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1643723499, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7799788, "authorName": "TodB", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/todb/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Roughly in Saint Augustine :).", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1643723562, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7799794, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice town! Had a great time there a couple of years ago- were you at The Vintage 2017? I recall meeting a fellow coupe owner from St. Augustine then.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1643723698, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7799806, "authorName": "TodB", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/todb/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Yep, that was probably me...your recall is better than mine (sigh). Mine was a Nachtblau coupe.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1643723835, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7799827, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Yes! And it's a very nice Coupe also. Glad I remembered. We had a brief conversation in the parking lot, As I recall, you had just moved down from the North East.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1643724173, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7799836, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Vintage 2017", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1643724276, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7800207, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The video gallery has been updated. Thank you!\n-BaT", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1643729022, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7800308, "authorName": "joesailor", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/joesailor/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@FlBeeemerfan I have to agree about lack of good sports car roads in south Florida. I sold a 1996 Lotus Elan last year - no place to drive and no fun sitting at the stop lights. A muscle car works better here.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1643730183, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7800529, "authorName": "whodat", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/whodat/", "bidAmount": 56000, "content": "$56,000 bid placed by whodat", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1643732589, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7800964, "authorName": "rudy1952", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rudy1952/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "How can an appointment be made to see the car in Miami? Thanks", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1643736494, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7801012, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Rudy1952: Please click on the Contact Seller in the Information Panel above and we'll set an appointment.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1643736953, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7806580, "authorName": "911ERE", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/911ere/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I saw this car and met the owner and his wife at DBS Fall Social '21 in Doral, Fl. in November. What a beautiful 3.0CSi , better yet, wonderful and honorable South Florida family. Rest assured that no detail has been overlooked and every one of those details has been carried through to extremely high standards. Winning bidder will not be disappointed . GLWTA", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1643761035, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7806734, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@911ERE: So nice to hear from you! Thank You for the very kind words.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1643762978, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7807630, "authorName": "xing6666", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/xing6666/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Kai here from Southeast Sharkfest. As a South Florida resident, I'm sad to have never seen this car in person. Looks beautiful and I hope it goes to a good home (and makes its way to Sharkfest in the future). :)", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1643774711, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7807673, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@xing6666: Thanks, I'll bring my 850 CSi to the next Sharkfest! would love to meet you then.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1643775519, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7807838, "authorName": "darmahman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/darmahman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just about perfect!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1643780512, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7815573, "authorName": "bmwfanz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bmwfanz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Is there an air filter?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1643846173, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7815923, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bmwfanz: Yes, K&N, located behind the Passenger side lights. CSIs have a cold air intake located there that feeds a flexible duct into what was the original air filter housing, now occupied by the AFM. In order to preserve the stock look, Korman installed the air filter in that position.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1643850814, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7816691, "authorName": "xing6666", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/xing6666/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@FlBeeemerfan - oh, excellent! Glad to hear you're not leaving the big coupe cult! :) I'm really hoping to have our \"M8\" S62 build ready by then... not sure if that's realistic or not, but it may just happen...", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1643861049, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7817584, "authorName": "Wayne9", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wayne9/", "bidAmount": 60000, "content": "$60,000 bid placed by Wayne9", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1643897855, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7818021, "authorName": "markham", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/markham/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful car- Wish I had jumped on the E9 wagon when they were more attainable. Recognize the parking lot at Matheson Hammock- it's where I'd shoot my car, too. (Another Miami BAT fan here) And yes, the lack of curved roads makes driving less of an experience around here- have to aggressively attack every traffic circle you can find.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1643902792, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7818267, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Markham: Thank You! Matheson is a great setting. Some years ago, I was able to sneak some shots at the Marine Stadium. Can't get close to there anymore (sigh).", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1643905197, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7818745, "authorName": "SMFish", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/smfish/", "bidAmount": 70000, "content": "$70,000 bid placed by SMFish", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1643908931, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7821411, "authorName": "SMFish", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/smfish/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very nice car sir.... shows very well in person... favor complete....", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1643921224, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7821687, "authorName": "SMFish", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/smfish/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you for doing me the favor of waiting... it is indeed a great car. \r\n\r\nYour request that I so state has been done and posted... \r\n\r\nSorry about my initial post and understand your concern. \r\n\r\nThanks again for your time. And yes - I am still in!\r\n\r\nGLWA..... but not too much LOL!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1643922013, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7822117, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@SMFish: Thanks for the kind words.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1643923476, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7822346, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "An additional video has been added to the gallery. Thank you!\n-BaT", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1643924261, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7823577, "authorName": "rudy1952", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rudy1952/", "bidAmount": 70500, "content": "$70,500 bid placed by rudy1952", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1643928650, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7831720, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "TMU: True mileage Unknown. This is a proper description, there is however, more to this than just \"I don't know\".\n\nIn 1998 I purchased the car in Merritt Island showing approximately 93,000 miles on the odometer, which had been apparently replaced and converted to MP/H during the import process. I drove the car sparingly before embarking on the restoration process and dissassembly. \n\nSubsequently, Both Speedometer and Clock were refurbished, the other instruments, found to be sound, were not. After reassembly with the original engine, I drove it for a couple of years prior to shipping to Korman for the new engine and driveline work, showing just under 95,000 miles. \n\nUpon completion of the work at Korman, with the car showing some 95,000+ Miles, I flew to Greensboro, NC picked up the car and drove the roughly 900 miles through the back roads of the Carolinas on a shakedown cruise and home to Miami.\n\nDuring my ownership, the car was primarily driven on sunny weekends in Miami with a few trips to Central Florida, Jacksonville, St. Petersburg, Naples/Ft. Myers and the upper Keys.\n\nThe car never saw rain. That is, until driven to The Vintage, Asheville NC in 2017, an 1,800 mile round trip, at which time we saw torrential downpours on the return trip. Paranoia regarding coupes, water, rain and rust prompted the inspection/refurbishment/paint correction and installation of the Lokari fender liners 2017-18.\n\nCurrently showing approximately 5,000 Miles shows that since installation of the new driveline, the car has been driven approximately 700 miles per year, including the 2,700 miles covered from and to NC and return.\n\nThe Engine, Transmission and Differential have around 10,000 miles of wear with regular fluid services, more determined by the passage of time rather than mileage. Such services including oil, coolant, fuel and power steering filters and hydraulic fluid changes. \n\nOnly Mineral based oil has been used for the engine, Red Line for the Transmission and Differential.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1644013689, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7834809, "authorName": "SMFish", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/smfish/", "bidAmount": 71000, "content": "$71,000 bid placed by SMFish", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644078652, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7834826, "authorName": "SMFish", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/smfish/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Still in.... until my wife's limit is met.... LOL!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1644078781, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7837238, "authorName": "rudy1952", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rudy1952/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "SMFISH ....We are trying to keep this beauty in Miami. I thinking about consulting with your better half that this bad deal for you.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1644094599, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7837491, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Rudy1952 @SMFish: Bid Often! Bid without regard to future marital status!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1644095662, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7837585, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "For those watching this auction, and contemplating placing bids, I have abstracted the salient history of the car in the attachments below. It's not complete, by any means. In my 24 years of ownership, i have done far, far more to the car and can not recall it all, but it's the best I have been able to put together, all in one place for your review. Enjoy.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1644095942, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7837624, "authorName": "rudy1952", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rudy1952/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Don't worry FLbeeener fan... if I get it you will have visitation rights.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1644096139, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7837652, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Rudy1952: Many Thanks, Rudy, it's like watching your child get married and leave home!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1644096262, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7839078, "authorName": "JWMH", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jwmh/", "bidAmount": 73000, "content": "$73,000 bid placed by JWMH", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644101032, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7840273, "authorName": "SMFish", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/smfish/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I still want that girl!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1644115078, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7840274, "authorName": "SMFish", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/smfish/", "bidAmount": 73500, "content": "$73,500 bid placed by SMFish", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644115108, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7840289, "authorName": "SMFish", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/smfish/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "And FIBeemerfan can have visiting rights as well!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1644115281, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7840306, "authorName": "rudy1952", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rudy1952/", "bidAmount": 74000, "content": "$74,000 bid placed by rudy1952", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644115519, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7840316, "authorName": "SMFish", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/smfish/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I see I have a contender for my girl's affections..... sleep well.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1644115605, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7840512, "authorName": "rudy1952", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rudy1952/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "SMfFish at least with you or me the car stays local. I have no problem for visitation rights for\r\nFLBeeemerfan after all he has been looking after it for 24 years. I sure it will be hard for him to let go. Anyhow best of luck for all of us", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1644120153, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7840751, "authorName": "LOMartin", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lomartin/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have known the seller for twenty years as a friend to his children. I remember seeing the vehicle in the garage and learning about the restoration process. \r\n\r\nNow, years later; I\u2019m lucky enough to have a few German collectibles of my own and better appreciate the effort and care which these vehicles require. \r\n\r\nThis is truly a gem and I had the honor to drive it not long ago. It\u2019s an experience! Flawless inside and out as the pictures show but that\u2019s only half the story. This car is full of details and visceral feel. The power is the biggest surprise, it revs quickly and effortlessly. Speed comes out of nowhere, the \u201cfish-bowl\u201d feel as you drive inspires confidence in your surroundings. The interior transports you to another time, the leather is supple and rich; the connection between yourself and the road via the wood steering wheel and beautiful shifter is flawless. Design and craftsmanship can be seen and felt. \r\n\r\nFrom the moment you walk up to car, until you park it; all else fades away and you\u2019re enjoying the moment. I still cherish the driving experience, the photos and the conversations. \r\n\r\nTo the next owner, you will be amazed.", "likes": 9, "timestamp": 1644128854, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7840899, "authorName": "Tadeus", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tadeus/", "bidAmount": 75000, "content": "$75,000 bid placed by Tadeus", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644146730, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7840998, "authorName": "Msportman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/msportman/", "bidAmount": 75500, "content": "$75,500 bid placed by Msportman", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644153206, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7841014, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@LOMartin: Thanks for the very kind words! That was a fun day, wasn't it?? Please give my regards to your lovely wife.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644153903, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7841061, "authorName": "rudy1952", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rudy1952/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Meet the owner and rode in the car after inspecting it, awesome. The owner was very nice, and he didn't leave out anything about his 22 year stewardship of this beauty. He spoke with so much detail and pride and love, of all that he had done to the car and pointed out a couple of minor flaws that he hadn't gotten to. He has intensive documentation with all that has been done. This gem will please whoever wins and I hope that the seller remembers that although he is passing his baby on, that we appreciate all that he has done for her over the years to keep this beautiful car on the road and for others to enjoy.\r\nBest of luck and health to you FLBeeemerfan.", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1644154878, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7841090, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rudy1952: Thanks, Rudy. I really enjoyed meeting you and wish you luck today!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644155335, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7841134, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Some thoughts on E9's and coupe ownership in general: \n\nThese are not sports cars. They are true Gran Turismos, meant to transport the driver and a companion across long distances quickly, in comfort and style. They are beautiful, elegant cars, at home on the Autobahn and at the Opera. \n\nThey are truly the Iron Fist in a Velvet Glove.\n\nBid with confidence.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1644155885, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7841164, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have had several inquiries regarding the Orange Books which are available, but not included in the Auction. These are German language parts/service catalogs showing highly detailed, exploded drawings of every part of the car. Originally issued with the purchase of some Euro coupes, meant to be carried along with the car as a service/repair resource. I have attached photos below.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644156347, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7842461, "authorName": "whipcity76", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/whipcity76/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A Devine E9. Thanks to @FlBeeemerfan for bringing to BaT. Have been blessed to own a \u201873 E9 for the past 8 years. Just looking at it shows the attention to detail of the Mastermind Paul Bracq. This guy could really design cars. As noted, these coupes in stock form weren\u2019t track cars but wonderful couch potato boulevard cruisers. If manual transmissions were selected, the drive would be more engaging. Trunk big enough for a couple of bodies, an excellent tool kit \u201cclam\u201d and extra room for a full-sized spare. Utilizing the M30 workhorse engine, invented all the way back to the end of WWI, propels these coupes with aplomb. Whoever looks in for the first time to discover in wonderment what a car should have been designed and built the correct way. Wish the successful bidder and seller the best of luck.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1644171019, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7842647, "authorName": "Tadeus", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tadeus/", "bidAmount": 80000, "content": "$80,000 bid placed by Tadeus", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644172542, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7842728, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@whipcity76: Thanks for the kind words.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644173142, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7842756, "authorName": "AUDIQFAN", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/audiqfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "How upset would everyone be if this amazing car relocated to Colorado? My mom had a 72 Bavaria and I have been longing for a 3.0 CSI for decades as a sporty 2 door reminder of my childhood", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1644173384, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7842759, "authorName": "AUDIQFAN", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/audiqfan/", "bidAmount": 81000, "content": "$81,000 bid placed by AUDIQFAN", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644173416, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7842824, "authorName": "AUDIQFAN", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/audiqfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Visitation rights happily granted to @FLBeemerfan in CO but I have a feeling this car will easily surpass my budget", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1644173795, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7842855, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@scottcoors: Thanks! I have friends with a home in Telluride, where are you located?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644173968, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7842996, "authorName": "AUDIQFAN", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/audiqfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Golden/Denver here", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1644174452, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7843032, "authorName": "rudy1952", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rudy1952/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It too cold in Colorado for this beauty. Could catch a cold.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1644174591, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7843769, "authorName": "JWMH", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jwmh/", "bidAmount": 83000, "content": "$83,000 bid placed by JWMH", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644177862, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7844025, "authorName": "AUDIQFAN", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/audiqfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Cold dense air = more power!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1644178976, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7844028, "authorName": "AUDIQFAN", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/audiqfan/", "bidAmount": 84000, "content": "$84,000 bid placed by AUDIQFAN", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644178993, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7844191, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "As we head into the home stretch, I want to wish all bidders good luck and hopefully success.\r\nI have tried to answer all questions and concerns promptly, any last minute requests or clarification, please use the Contact Seller option and I will respond as quickly as possible.\r\n\r\nThank you all for your interest and again, Best of Luck!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1644179680, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7844299, "authorName": "mark1Gti", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mark1gti/", "bidAmount": 84500, "content": "$84,500 bid placed by mark1Gti", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644180142, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7844403, "authorName": "JWMH", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jwmh/", "bidAmount": 86000, "content": "$86,000 bid placed by JWMH", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644180640, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7844412, "authorName": "AUDIQFAN", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/audiqfan/", "bidAmount": 87000, "content": "$87,000 bid placed by AUDIQFAN", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644180671, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7844955, "authorName": "rudy1952", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rudy1952/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sad to see her go but happy fpr seller getting good money for this beauty car. Best wishes for all. BuRRRRRR", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1644183000, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7845097, "authorName": "JWMH", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jwmh/", "bidAmount": 88000, "content": "$88,000 bid placed by JWMH", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644183530, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7845217, "authorName": "R.A.S.", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/r.a.s.-user/", "bidAmount": 88500, "content": "$88,500 bid placed by R.A.S.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644183915, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7845762, "authorName": "rudy1952", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rudy1952/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Not a bad run for j-JWMH, for a newbee don't give up now", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1644185974, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7845897, "authorName": "SMFish", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/smfish/", "bidAmount": 89000, "content": "$89,000 bid placed by SMFish", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644186720, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7845918, "authorName": "SMFish", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/smfish/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "WIFE IS GOING TO KILLL ME! ......But I'm still in! \r\n\r\nIf you don't hear from me, call the cops.... She's looking at me and wondering what I'm doing right now.... OH No ! she's walking over .... got to go... be back in 5 min.....", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1644186867, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7845935, "authorName": "SMFish", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/smfish/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great car ! \r\n\r\nGotta go!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1644186945, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7845939, "authorName": "R.A.S.", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/r.a.s.-user/", "bidAmount": 89500, "content": "$89,500 bid placed by R.A.S.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644186982, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7845945, "authorName": "tek4tex", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tek4tex/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Money well spent with Korman's during the period of time the work was done they were one of the best in the country. Car deserves a lot more love wish I had room", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1644187018, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7845962, "authorName": "911ERE", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/911ere/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "We\u2019ve only got about 30,000 days on this earth and that\u2019s if we\u2019re fortunate.\r\nWe give up too much of our time to earn money, and if we lose some it makes us work even harder (to manage the regrets). So much is lost in the process.\r\nSo if something genuinely brings you joy, exchange some of that cash you\u2019ve sweated and sacrificed for, and enjoy it!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1644187095, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7845961, "authorName": "JWMH", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jwmh/", "bidAmount": 90000, "content": "$90,000 bid placed by JWMH", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644187095, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7845968, "authorName": "R.A.S.", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/r.a.s.-user/", "bidAmount": 90500, "content": "$90,500 bid placed by R.A.S.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644187119, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7845973, "authorName": "rudy1952", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rudy1952/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Lets' start a new saying \" Happy Husband Happy Wife.. \" My money is on you SMFish, keep her in Miami.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1644187152, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7845984, "authorName": "JWMH", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jwmh/", "bidAmount": 91000, "content": "$91,000 bid placed by JWMH", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644187214, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7845990, "authorName": "R.A.S.", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/r.a.s.-user/", "bidAmount": 91500, "content": "$91,500 bid placed by R.A.S.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644187240, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7846000, "authorName": "JWMH", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jwmh/", "bidAmount": 92000, "content": "$92,000 bid placed by JWMH", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644187270, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7846004, "authorName": "R.A.S.", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/r.a.s.-user/", "bidAmount": 92500, "content": "$92,500 bid placed by R.A.S.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644187284, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7846006, "authorName": "Nirvana", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nirvana/", "bidAmount": 93000, "content": "$93,000 bid placed by Nirvana", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644187289, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7846008, "authorName": "KaiserKars", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kaiserkars/", "bidAmount": 95000, "content": "$95,000 bid placed by KaiserKars", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644187298, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7846010, "authorName": "R.A.S.", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/r.a.s.-user/", "bidAmount": 95500, "content": "$95,500 bid placed by R.A.S.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644187307, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7846011, "authorName": "Nirvana", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nirvana/", "bidAmount": 100000, "content": "$100,000 bid placed by Nirvana", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644187313, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7846015, "authorName": "whodat", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/whodat/", "bidAmount": 101000, "content": "$101,000 bid placed by whodat", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644187330, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7846017, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "THE CAR WILL BE GOING TO A NEW HOME TODAY", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1644187339, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7846018, "authorName": "Nirvana", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nirvana/", "bidAmount": 105000, "content": "$105,000 bid placed by Nirvana", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644187340, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7846036, "authorName": "Roverlandman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/roverlandman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nirvana has the hot hand to success\u2026", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1644187413, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7846042, "authorName": "whodat", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/whodat/", "bidAmount": 106000, "content": "$106,000 bid placed by whodat", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644187438, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7846045, "authorName": "Nirvana", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nirvana/", "bidAmount": 108000, "content": "$108,000 bid placed by Nirvana", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644187464, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7846050, "authorName": "MCPolentz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mcpolentz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Come on whodat!!!!!!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644187477, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7846061, "authorName": "sculptrock", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sculptrock/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice solid bids. Go get it.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1644187522, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7846062, "authorName": "bake-helmsley", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bake-helmsley/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Smells like teen spirit...", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1644187528, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7846068, "authorName": "SMFish", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/smfish/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great car but..... \r\n\r\nWife is looking at me and i just got a stern talking to...... I'm way over my permitted limit. \r\n\r\nYes dear! \r\n\r\nWhomever gets it is getting a phenomenal E9... Wish it was me!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1644187547, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7846072, "authorName": "whodat", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/whodat/", "bidAmount": 110000, "content": "$110,000 bid placed by whodat", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644187560, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7846078, "authorName": "Nirvana", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nirvana/", "bidAmount": 115000, "content": "$115,000 bid placed by Nirvana", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644187572, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7846083, "authorName": "sculptrock", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sculptrock/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "BOOM", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1644187589, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7846086, "authorName": "geezerbmr", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/geezerbmr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have things to do today...can we say 6 figures will take it!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644187607, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7846088, "authorName": "merkarrand", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/merkarrand/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "smfish who wear the pants..LOL", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1644187613, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7846091, "authorName": "SMFish", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/smfish/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "And from out of nowhere... Nirvana is in the lead.... I can't stop looking!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1644187640, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7846100, "authorName": "Roverlandman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/roverlandman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nirvana who was dat\u2026", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1644187667, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7846103, "authorName": "whodat", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/whodat/", "bidAmount": 117000, "content": "$117,000 bid placed by whodat", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644187669, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7846106, "authorName": "Nirvana", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nirvana/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Let\u2019s go!", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1644187687, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7846114, "authorName": "Nirvana", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nirvana/", "bidAmount": 120000, "content": "$120,000 bid placed by Nirvana", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644187698, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7846129, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "SOME DREAMS CANNOT BE PRICED....", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1644187753, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7846133, "authorName": "SMFish", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/smfish/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Well worth it! I was assembling parts to make one but figured it would cost me way more than $150K to get it to this level. Still wish it was me.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1644187768, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7846115, "authorName": "sculptrock", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sculptrock/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hit the bid. @Nirvana", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1644187795, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7846146, "authorName": "merkarrand", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/merkarrand/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "then do it SMFISH!!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1644187816, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7846147, "authorName": "Nirvana", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nirvana/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 2/6/22 for $120,000 to Nirvana", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644187818, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 7846148, "authorName": "Roverlandman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/roverlandman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nirvana\u2026gone.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1644187821, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7846149, "authorName": "whodat", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/whodat/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Buh Bye\u2026\u2026.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1644187822, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7846151, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@smfISH: CLOSE TO 200k", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1644187825, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7846159, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "WOW. What a ride..congratulations to Nirvana, and thank all of you who bid. Much appreciated.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1644187877, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7846167, "authorName": "sculptrock", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sculptrock/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congrats to buyer and the seller.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1644187895, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7846170, "authorName": "Trapper50", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/trapper50/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Flawless Victory - Street Fighter-Style.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1644187913, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7846174, "authorName": "DennisLJacob", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dennisljacob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What a deal.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1644187926, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7846177, "authorName": "AUDIQFAN", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/audiqfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow! I knew I couldn\u2019t Keep up with the high rollers. Amazing car and amazing auction, congratulations to the winner and the seller!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1644187932, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7846185, "authorName": "SMFish", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/smfish/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Still well bought. Congratualtions Nirvana! Great Auction!!!!!\r\n\r\nHey Nirvana.... look for some of my NOS trim parts here soon. I no longer have time or patience to build mine.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1644187975, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7846192, "authorName": "911ERE", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/911ere/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congratulations to @Nirvana and @FIBeeemerfan !!!! Amazing 3.0CSi !!!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1644188001, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7846197, "authorName": "Nirvana", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nirvana/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you gentlemen! This will complete my BMW collection. E9, E24, E30", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1644188023, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7846207, "authorName": "whodat", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/whodat/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@FLBeemerfan. Great car. Great auction. Congrats to Nirvana! I hope it is all that you wish for. Been watching all week and hanging out in the background waiting for 2:43pm pacific on the west cost. Not meant to be today for me.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1644188074, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7846212, "authorName": "whodat", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/whodat/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Nirvana You also need an e28 IMHO", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1644188109, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7846227, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks, @whodat, hopefully you will own one soon", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1644188159, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7846321, "authorName": "rudy1952", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rudy1952/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What a great turnout. Happy for FLBeemerfan that he got good money for his baby.....easier to let go with good money. You didn't sell the memories though, cherish them. It was great meeting you and the car. Best of luck and health in your new adventure. \r\nAs to the buyer if you haven't seen her in person, just wait to see how please you will be.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1644188877, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7846324, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rudy1952: Thanks, Rudy, much appreciated.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644188926, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7846329, "authorName": "rudy1952", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rudy1952/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "As to SMFish, glad you are still alive. Now you will have a great story about the one that got away. We tried....", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1644189002, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7847378, "authorName": "Dirk02", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dirk02/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@flbeemerfan Sorry we never got to meet in South Miami. I\u2019m less than a block away from the late Kostas body shop. \r\n@nirvana Congratulations. With a collection like that, you\u2019ve got to join us at the BMW Classic Car Club of America www.bmwccca.com", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1644203646, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7847766, "authorName": "voiture", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/voiture/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is such a great setup. I'd have to can that steering wheel right away, and maybe investigate the stance a bit, but can't argue with the price and color combination.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644223623, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7847934, "authorName": "FlBeeemerfan (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flbeeemerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Dirk02: Where are you located? I live about 10 blocks away. Really miss Kostas, I used to drop by his shop regularly to say hello.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644238601, "type": "comment"}]