Finally.. and end to the E36 saga

[JackoliciousLegs]

Some have tried. Many have perished. Many thought I'd never do it.

Yesterday, I put down a deposit on an M3.

$13000
1998 Techno Violet
Mulberry interior
92k miles
BBS Wheels
Dinan Signature Series 2 package - no plaques... ECU/Susp/Intake/Exhaust/braces
Every single preventative maintenance thing has been done at a dealership.
Superb records

So I have been looking for a while and have driven some 95s. A 99. Even a 91 E30. (The E30 is a fuckin race car) And then I found this one. It's a gorgeous car. A couple nicks in the wheels from curbing, but it's used. The interior is in great shape. A couple carpet stains, but besides that, it's GREAT for an almost 10 year old car. It was owned by the (now retired) number two guy at sgi. Now he works with startups in SF. Great contact who I'll be sure to use later down the road in my current venture. He babied it. Never tracked it. That was left for his *other* E36 M3. Now he's ditching BMWs and is enjoying his new 911 Turbo convertible with 520 whp.

So, back to the car. It was *spectacular* to drive. SO much torque compared to a stocker. Sounds like a monster when you get on it. Feels like a good, tight, M3. It's great :-). I can't complain at all. I took it on some twisties and boy oh boy, I missed power. The subaru still feels like it has some torque, but no power whatsoever compared to the M. The RWD is tons of fun. I just feel great driving down a twisty road, heading into a tunnel, getting on it, and enjoying the inline 6 do its magic. Has a sexy german rasp to it :twisted:

I got preapproved for a loan and now I just need to sell the suby and pick up the new car this weekend.

[Feersty]

Nice. Cobetto's was/is the same color. Very nice Jack.

[Hunter]

Good thing you live in SF or you might get your ass kicked for driving a purple car...


Seriously though, congratulations. That's an awesome car.

[Mike]

very well done. if i were to buy an e36 m3 (i was close), that would be exactly what i would look for (with a few less miles).

[Andy]

That's a pretty sweet car.

[Goodspeed]

Very nice. Now get rid of the nasty orange tails, get a tint, and you'll be a winner

[ScottyB]

Jack, i've gotta say, i'm proud of you.

i think back to the time when you were considering a scooter. ah, how far things have come :lol:

[Apoc]

Chicks dig purple.

[John]

Congrats - AWD is definitely a waste out here in CA.

[BLINGMW]

NICE! 8) (sounds like a great price too)

[Sijray21]

i think back to the time when you were considering a scooter. ah, how far things have come :lol:

hahaha, i forgot about that till now

Congrats - AWD is definitely a waste out here in CA.

not unless you live in the SF/Sacramento area and would to go Lake Tahoe for skiing

Great car Jack! I'm looking forward to more pics and enjoy the Bimmer.

[JackoliciousLegs]

My parents live in Tahoe and I'll probably be out there all the time for snowboarding... hahaha

[John]

not unless you live in the SF/Sacramento area and would to go Lake Tahoe for skiing

True... they usually keep those roads pretty clear unless they get a big storm - and in that case, you're going to need chains anyways. Not sure how the E36 does in the snow, but with the proper tires it should do fine...

[E36M3]

VERY nice, Jack. Looks like it is in great condition. I know you'll enjoy it.

[JackoliciousLegs]

who are you?!?!?!

[E36M3]

Dave F, your old buddy from MGL (and former E30 M3 owner )

I had a username on here, but I forgot it.

[ScottyB]

so did you take it on the PCH yet?!

[REED]

Dave F, your old buddy from MGL (and former E30 M3 owner )

I had a username on here, but I forgot it.

turbo or not, your E30 was still cooler

p.s. you still owe me a ride in your car when it can actually put something to the ground, I'm thinking road trip to chicago :wink:

[JackoliciousLegs]

Loan is out. It ain't needed no more. The suby is leaving tomorrow. That means I pick up the M3.. tomorrow? Here are some ticklers...

[bassmangrammy]

suspense is killer... I mean... you're the man!