[{"id": 16361394, "authorName": "SD-KC (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sd-kc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hey everyone! Welcome to my auction for my labor of love for the past few years. I bought this car to be a secondary transportation fun car. I found a great starting point and have been adding bits and pieces to this awesome foundation. Truly it didn\u2019t need anything but I like tinkering and seeing how things go together. Each time I\u2019ve made a change has been a positive improvement on this car. This car has been a fun project but I\u2019ve found I like the process of being addressing needs rather than having a finished car. Now I\u2019m looking to move on from this car to get another project. You\u2019ll notice that I\u2019ve got quite a spare parts collection. This is included with the car. Basically anything you\u2019d need. I\u2019ll be available all auction to answer any questions. I look forward to seeing this car off to its next caretaker. Thanks everyone!", "likes": 10, "timestamp": 1734213964, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16362356, "authorName": "evoe30", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/evoe30/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "where was the swap done", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1734225174, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16362483, "authorName": "SD-KC (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sd-kc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@evoe30 I\u2019m not sure when the swap was done. The previous owner I bought it from didn\u2019t do it. I don\u2019t know if the one before him did it. I had a pre-purchase inspection done on it before I bought it from a BMW specialist mechanic in Arkansas. They had no concerns. I went ahead and had them replace the clutch when I bought it. They had no concerns following that procedure.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1734227142, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16363018, "authorName": "02guy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/02guy/", "bidAmount": 325, "content": "$325 bid placed by 02guy", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1734236990, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 16363090, "authorName": "Capthorod1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/capthorod1/", "bidAmount": 4000, "content": "$4,000 bid placed by Capthorod1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1734239015, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 16363462, "authorName": "joloner", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/joloner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Tell us about the extent of the rear damage, how it was repaired, and how it looks now where it was damaged.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1734267371, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16363722, "authorName": "LeggeraCreative", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/leggeracreative/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "are the nature of the AC and cruise problems known?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1734271799, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16364083, "authorName": "SD-KC (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sd-kc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@joloner this occurred prior to my ownership. I\u2019ve uploaded some photos which I think might be the actual location of the CarFax reported incident. The previous photos you could see it but at ten feet away it really isn\u2019t noticeable. At 6 inches away, it is much clearer. I have also attached photos of the trunk rails and rear. All of this looks straight as an arrow to me.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1734276410, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16364098, "authorName": "SD-KC (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sd-kc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@leggeracreative the AC button works and the compressor sounds spins. In the hottest days, you can feel a temperature difference so I think it\u2019s operational but needs refilling. The cruise control is all present. It needs to be sorted as an automatic to manual swap needs a couple wires connected. I never needed it as I never went on long trips.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1734276577, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16364605, "authorName": "KIRIEIW", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kirieiw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It doesn\u2019t appear this is a true 325is, in fact Bring a Trailer made a mistake in the listing and I\u2019m surprised they didn\u2019t catch it. A factory 325is car comes with a map light mirror, electric sun roof, sport seats, MTech steering wheel, the rear trunk spoiler, and a LSD all from the factory. \n\nIt appears your car has some, but not all of the 325is accessories (most likely added from either you, or a previous owner over the years). Just want to make this comment so a potential buyer or bidder isn\u2019t disappointed. This is NOT a 325is!", "likes": 8, "timestamp": 1734282121, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16366486, "authorName": "its55", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/its55/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "If what I am seeing is correct the timing belt hasn\u2019t been replaced since 2017. They must be replaced every four or five years (max) regardless of mileage.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1734290360, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16367348, "authorName": "JustAManWantingACar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/justamanwantingacar/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Seems to me like this started life as an automatic 325i. Listing it as an \u201ciS\u201d is misleading to buyers.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1734293717, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16367776, "authorName": "SD-KC (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sd-kc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@kirieiw @justamanwantingacar\r\n\r\nI\u2019m attempting to sell this car in good faith. I\u2019ve included a photo of the top line of my title. It says 325i. The door sill plate says 325iA-2. The CarFax I ran before I bought the car says 325is. I\u2019ve always thought of it as an \u2018is\u2019 as an \u2018is\u2019 is basically a trim package and this car has nearly all the parts listed as needing to be present. It has black leather sport seats, front and rear spoilers, integrated fog lamps, mtech steering wheel, 4.10 lsd, premium sound. It\u2019s got koni adjustable shocks and HR sport springs. I think the total package of this car illustrates it is a well cared for e30. I hope that this provides a satisfying explanation. I don\u2019t think it\u2019s fair to insinuate I\u2019m trying to fleece, fake, or cheat a potential buyer for this car.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1734295080, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16368528, "authorName": "KIRIEIW", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kirieiw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It\u2019s just not fair to potential buyers, so wanted to make a point. The reason why the car has a 325is badge is because the entire trunk lid was replaced, I\u2019m sure the VIN number on the trunk lid is probably from a different car as well.\n\nEither way it\u2019s still a nice car, and white is a great color for the e30. Also a factory 325is has a 13 button OBC where your car was originally a 6 button OBC (but now has a \u201ceuro clock\u201d installed).", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1734299101, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16368898, "authorName": "Gs82", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gs82/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "\u201cNearly all the parts listed as needing to be present?\u201d\r\nAnd by the way, I identify as tall, dark and handsome.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1734303908, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16369672, "authorName": "sir_keith", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sir_keith/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The 'is' designation on an E30 BMW is more than a trim package, and although this car has been upgraded with several is-specific parts, it is still a 325i.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1734315679, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16369722, "authorName": "Byington", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/byington/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hmm I think we all know this won\u2019t end well.\r\n\r\n@BaT this car is not properly represented. Unfair to buyer", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1734316550, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16370515, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks to the knowledgeable commenters who have raised issue with description. We've revised the text accordingly. \r\n\r\n-BaT", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1734354135, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16371706, "authorName": "2mAn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/2man/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have a 1990 325iS and its automatic. Being an Auto does not eliminate the fact that its an IS...\r\n\r\nA lot of these have been swapped over the years to include most of the IS parts, this appears that way also. \r\n\r\nGood luck @SD-KC", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1734367659, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16375409, "authorName": "JustAManWantingACar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/justamanwantingacar/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@2mAn it\u2019s not the swapped automatic that\u2019s the issue, they made automatic versions of the car. The door sticker should state \u201cis\u201d if it left that way from the factory, automatic or not. It could be an error on BMW\u2019s part but I haven\u2019t seen that. @seller I\u2019m not saying you did it intentionally, perhaps you bought it that way. Which VIN photo is the one on the trunk?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1734381986, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16376078, "authorName": "SD-KC (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sd-kc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@justamanwantingacar I have learned a lot just in the past couple days. Those vin photos aren\u2019t clear. The vin photo for the trunk is attached for immediate attention.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1734384434, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16377559, "authorName": "JustAManWantingACar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/justamanwantingacar/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It's a very nice example of an AW e30 and I'm sure someone would love to have it. I'm in the market and on the hunt for my forever e30 but it's gotta be \"the one.\" Thanks for clearing that up for us and good luck with the auction.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1734394238, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 16386694, "authorName": "StewpidStew", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stewpidstew/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Any pics from inside the jack area? Looks like a rust hole in the picture from below. How long have the axle boots been torn? Could the dent in the left rear quarter be popped out, or is there filler there?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1734478747, "type": "comment"}]