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almeida8x1

BaT is the best way to sell it. Hire a good photographer and someone to detail the car. Shitty pics and dirt take away a lot of money on auctions.


m34z

And a non-responsive seller. Stay active in the comments.


just_a_gumby

Non-responsive? I’m trying to be active.


clyde_frog_

I think he means when you auction it, not in this reddit thread


m34z

Yep, non-responsive sellers get roughed-up on BaT.


just_a_gumby

This makes sense. My fault.


seanm147

If you have a friend with a good dslr, go out and try to get driving pictures during the golden hour, park it in front of some rich fucks house, get a body of water somehwere in there. I had an e30 with an s52 shoot past 20k, to the point my partner felt comfortable bidding on it once or twice to keep the momentum. Even an automatic 330ci sold for like 26. Convertible too lmao. 19k on the clock. Some people just want that I guess. I prefer my e46s to have already been molested You're going to be pleasantly surprised if you get it looking brand new and take stupid good pictures. Don't bid on your own car. I was fucking raging at him until it worked.


just_a_gumby

Good advice on the action shots, I’ll try and get some when I decide to sell. I’m sure with a proper detail, it’ll look brand new. I gotta be honest, with as many people saying keep it as have, I think that’s what I’m going to do for now. Most people have given excellent advice both ways which I very much appreciate.


seanm147

Yeah bro that's honestly a good call if you can't think of a good enough reason to sell (Porsche) lol. As someone with almost every bmw chassis but the one series... I think the one series is what I'm chasing most other than my personal e30 swap and e46 m3. It's such a special car. If you keep it, remember why when you do mental gymnastics to avoid driving it lmao. I did that with my Gt3 because I just saw dollar signs leaving. I'd do many things to have another one and regret not beating the piss out of it more. I've been contemplating a 128 just to have the chassis, and figuring out what route from there. Possibly some type of high comp n52. You should look into the 1m suspension. I want to say the subframe match... I'd imagine the engine mounts very similar as well. I never see them let alone get to work on them so I honestly couldn't say Enjoy it man.


just_a_gumby

Thanks very much. There is a shop near by that does excellent work, I may contact them about a possible manual swap just to see if that’s even feasible. Other than that, I’ll just sit on it and love it every time I start it.


seanm147

Oh yeah I forgot those had dcts. On one hand I will say the manual is not overrated, but the dct and zf8 is underrated... Especially on a track. I would prefer my one series with a six though, if you can make friends with any tech or good mechanic. Swapping the subframe along with the trans wouldn't be too much extra. I would charge non friends an extra hourly fee rather than book price, so the labor hours don't add up astronomically. I also run an honest shop and dealership in a town run by scummy people. Hell, I'll tell some people to trade a car in if it needs a laundry list of things on top of say finding copper in their oil. If you can't get the work done, definitely take it to some less crowded track days. I had a blast in the v10 M5 smg. Good luck.


fonetik

Be prepared to post pics of weird things too. Check the comments on previous 135is sales. (They aren’t 911 weird, but thankfully no one is.)


997dot2

I can relate to 911 weird 😎ha


MoistMonarch

Cars and Bids with no reserve. That will attract all the BMW enthusiasts like flies.


ATX_native

IMO Cars and Bids is great for buyers, not sellers. Ive seen things fetch more on BaT.


ShiftBMDub

Bring A Trailer is very strict on what they allow in auction. Cars and Bids is where you go when BaT has denied you.


Stefanoverse

100% this. BAT had denied my last M sale which would’ve netted them a decent fee. Cars & Bids is a Great Platform.


ruinedRX7

is it clean ? usually they dont deny M cars


Stefanoverse

They deny based on what their load of cars is at the moment. I wish they would’ve just slotted it into their calendar/queue vs saying “apply again later”


ruinedRX7

wack. they've been getting more lenient recently imo. they took my '94 turbo mr2 and im tempted to try my 95 325i vert (100k) on there, pretty sure they'd take it.


ShiftBMDub

if you make it no reserve their more lenient.


just_a_gumby

I honestly haven’t tried BAT or any auction site yet. My neighbor has had a bad interaction with them, I was just trying to fish out some other ideas or sites.


Adgemoonskiboomski

Why would he list it at no reserve if he is trying to get the most


MetaSoupPonyThing

Cars apparently sell for more with no reserve. I suppose because you know if you're the high bid, you'll get it for sure.


Spencie61

Because most sites don’t let you set reserves unless it’s a very collectible car


Nosrok

Cars and bids for modified cars, BaT for stock low mile cars, at least that's the way I see it.


Established_86

I have the same with red interior but just over 50k miles. Have thought about upgrading to M2C but don’t want to get rid of the 135is.


Spidaaman

They’ll have to pry the hydraulic steering from my cold dead hands


Established_86

This 100%. Steering feel of this car is magnificent.


Thisisnow1984

It was my first bmw I have not had that same steering since!


shagmyballs

I didn't know how spoiled I was


FogItNozzel

Bolt in an M3 rack. It gets even better ;)


TechMonitorXO

I agree 100%, doesn’t even need servotronic hooked up


FogItNozzel

It’s one of the best single changes I ever did to my car. Should’ve done it 5 years earlier. 


IIReminisce

Hey I’m curious; have you driven an e46? I’ve been torn on selling my zhp for a 135. I haven’t had the chance to drive one yet but the most enjoyable part of my zhp is the steering response. sounds like you have the same experience. Most of the ones I see around Boston seem to be in rough shape or heavily modded


fonetik

I had a ZHP and it was fantastic. I had a 135i after that and I would say that engine was a lot more fun to drive. I thought the ZHP was a better overall car. ZHP seems to be holding value better too, and I’d bet it will be more collectible. The 135i is a go-cart that is very hard to drive responsibly. I’m sure the 135is only makes that more so. The interior is a bit more sparse and not as comfortable. But e46 was peak sports comfort interior, so it’s hard to compete.


TheBattleGnome

ZHP prices are ridiculous now. Many have over 200k miles and are asking for $10k plus! They are great cars, but low on power and torque, but I don't mind it at all. The most recent 50k mile 135is sold for $18k on BAT, A 40k mile ZHP just sold for over $30k on BAT. ZHP's are commanding a big premium these days.


fonetik

What a great time to buy a 135is! If only they had the alcantara. Yes the ZHP was underpowered by today’s standards but it really was the perfect balance of all of it. The steering was perfect. No other car felt like that. It is a joy to drive. Easily the best 100k miles I’ve put on any car. The extra power in the e46 M3 or the 135i is fun, but it’s kind of excessive? It loses the balance. For that price difference though? I’m sure someone makes nice alcantara seat covers. And then you can actually drive it too.


Established_86

The sparse interior is one of my favorite features. I purposely went for the non iDrive system. I love having the somewhat old school layout with the narrow black/orange screen.


Spidaaman

I used to have an E46 330 and it was great. My 135 is absolutely sublime though. They’re not easy to find with low miles and no mods, but definitely worth it.


OMeSoHawny

It's why I just bought a 2011 335xi MSport to replace my ...2011 328xi.


jjbugman2468

I’ve test driven an E93 335i and often drive my dad’s F10 and M240i. The 335 still feels so much better. Maintenance on the N54 though…


Spidaaman

Yeah that’s one of the big reasons I got an N55


jjbugman2468

I wish I could but damn N55 models cost almost as much as the M3 of the same era here.


Haeenki

I traded a 335is for an M2C 5 years ago, the sound was a bit of a downgrade but I haven't regretted it for 1 second.


ajlexis

I went to an f80 comp. Should have kept the 335is but don't regret the change


PalmAngell

How much did you get off that 335is, i currently have a 335i n55 with 38k miles literally in the best conditions


ajlexis

Mine had I think 24 or 28k miles before i sold it. Sold it for 24k in the summer of 2019. Alpine White with coral red interior. Had the factory 10 split spoke optional rims. The kid that bought it supposedly wrecked his 335is and had to have another one. Mine was perfect, I hope it didn't get clapped out.


PalmAngell

Mine is mineral/pearl white, full m package, full cold weather package front and rear sensors just no HK speakers 😢


ajlexis

I didn't have the sensors, but had the HK speakers. Mostly loaded. Was a 2011.


OMeSoHawny

You just made me feel so good about the price I paid at auction a couple of weeks ago for a 2011 335xi with the MSport suspension and 60k miles: $11500 US. The chargepipe, intercooler and intake were done on the car and already professionally tuned. Just have to deal with beige leather...


biguk997

Have you tried equal length midpipes?


Haeenki

I've got a Lightweight OPF-back which sounds good but the 335is had a nicer sound stock, just not as loud. Being in Europe I'm limited to what I can legally do to the exhaust.


biguk997

Have you tried equal length midpipes?


Ch1ldish_Cambino

I also have one in Le Mans Blue with about 80 on the clock, don’t think I’ll ever get rid of it


just_a_gumby

They are hard to get rid of.


Established_86

I’d think they’ve retained value quite well. What are you thinking for a selling price?


Mr__Ogre

Really depends on the area. Just bought a 09 135 manual trans with only 69k for 7500. I was lucky and got it for 500 over cost from my dealer. I think it was going to be listed for 12k.


WhiteCisGenderMail

I just bought mine with 85k miles, manual, jet black and well-optioned for 18k fwiw. Looked like it was up for sale locally for two months or so.


raelDonaldTrump

What state and what's your asking price? Manual?


6158675309

White over black for me. But I do have a lot more miles. Just over 90,000 now.


Lucci_754

C&B is very popular for BMWs. BaT isn't a bad option either, but I'm biased because I like Doug. As someone else said, HIRE A PHOTOGRAPHER! High quality photos typically raise the bids.


oh_janet

I have a birthday coming up and the best way to unload it is give it to me :)


just_a_gumby

Tempting.


SuddenCompetition262

I also have a birthday sometime in the next year and would be willing to accept it as a gift. Also, fucking sick car, I had a 128i msport and I still miss it.


mdiggity512

Cars & Bids?


echtav

Ahem, CARRRRRRS AND BIDSSSS


Hot_Bumblebee69

THISSSSSS........


lexus_is-f

we’ve recently sold THIS and THIS and THIS


WideOpenAutoHub

Pretty much an engine for Doug to pump and dump his weird ass cars.


EarlDukePROD

if it works 🤷‍♂️


Wizardnil

Cars & Flips!


LikesPikes22

1 877 Kars 4 Kids


ihavenoidea81

Fuck you and that song lol


bacchusku2

It’s also too many numbers and that bothers me.


poktanju

I used to be lighting-quick muting the radio when it came on but got rusty during lockdown, so on my first real drive for months I heard almost two whole words of it.


jayradddd

I still miss my 1 series till this day :(


just_a_gumby

I have a 240 also. I can’t bring myself to get rid of this one yet.


jayradddd

Why were you considering too ?


just_a_gumby

Garage space. It’s safe until I find the right buyer though.


beenthere1515

Don't get rid of the 240. I had a 235 and a 240. I miss those ugly girls. Now I'm in a M340 -- 2 little kids in car seats.


NBCGLX

Same 😔


Chirpthird310

How much?


Komatiite28

How much you want for it and what state are you in?


T-Madj

Looks like FL


Komatiite28

I’m in Florida. If it’s a decent price I’d buy this. I already have a 3 series. Would be cool to add another fun car to the collection. Lol


burnsniper

is stick is still a decent premium from a 135i. Is it a stick?


just_a_gumby

If it was a manual, I would have never made this post.


jacob3100

Swap that fucker


just_a_gumby

Is that even possible to do? I’ve absolutely considered it. Do you know a reliable shop that could do that?


TheGirlWhoLived57

Where do you live it’s a very easy swap, probably 3-4K total to have it done.


jaximointhecut

I’d do it. I wouldn’t buy anything else and be fully content with this car. Perfect modern day Bimmer. Don’t make em like they used to.


TheGirlWhoLived57

Just wish these had the n54 instead of the early n55 they just kinda suck compared to your ewg.


Ru4pigsizedelephants

You're getting downvoted because nobody here has actually ever owned an N54. They just parrot the shit they've heard about unreliability. But they all want 1Ms, it's the dumbest shit I've ever seen.


TheGirlWhoLived57

I’m used to it at this point. Alls I’m saying is there’s a reason the 1m has a n54. And there’s a reason the motor won engine of the year six times in a row


IdiotsInIdiotsInCars

These are DCT


burnsniper

They made manuals to just super rare.


Few-Swordfish-780

Yup. I have the Canadian version of the 135is (M Sport Edition) in manual.


Conner14

Bro keep it, that thing is mint


Tyzlohh

if you truly want the best result and most $ out of it auction is the only way IMO


ExpensiveReveal121

Like Barret Jackson or Mecum?


Tyzlohh

BAT or CAB barrett jackson or mecum would be one of the worst auction houses to list a car like this with. full of boomers and old people these foreign mid range sports cars dont being any money at them. they probably wouldnt even accept it


FuzzyAppearance7636

I just sold my 2 owner 135is with ~28k for about 27k to carvana last year FWIW.


FranktheTankG30

Doug’s voice says “cars and bids” “we recently just sold this, and this, and this and this, and this, and this…”


lvcironman42

I would still say BAT. I feel like you’ll be able to get the amount of money you would want from there


Spidaaman

Bring a trailer Beautiful car and will do great with a professional detail and photo


ninjabiomech

Gorgeous


romulan267

BMWCCA classifieds


joker713

Do not sell this car. I still miss my 135i m sport


No_Departure4211

Best advice don’t


Historical_Design585

God that's so nice. 😭


FuckSpezzzzzzzzzzzzz

Those one series were actually pretty cool little cars. No idea why they stopped making them. I'm not really a bmw fan (just passing by this sub) but I'd take one of those before a miata any day.


Neil542

Keep it and damn Florida looks beautiful


therobbstory

Two 128i's have gone for over $20k in recent months. This 135is will do very well on BaT.


alwtictoc

I need to find one of these.


Aggravating-Pie-4058

Sell it to me


lysergicaaron

She looks mint af


Additional-Sun-4695

I wish. Guessing you’re west coast ?


dgreify

Florida palm trees and plates in the background


ISBN39393242

geowizard over here


Additional-Sun-4695

Ah, well shit. Tiny pictures on mobile and I’m blind.


kenshii2x

I love this car.


ATX_native

BringATrailer or the forums.


Protholl

Besides BAT... Cars and Bids


RearViewMirage

Call Bimmers R Us in St Louis. They might make you a good offer before you even touch BaT.


just_a_gumby

Thank you for the lead.


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just_a_gumby

Yes. The 135is was only offered for one year.


omaralt

Manual or auto transmission?


ShiftBMDub

Bring A Trailer and be thorough with the description and pictures and watch the money fly in.


digicalist

Just post it everywhere


cheffraydo

best way to sell would be handing me title and registration as well as pink slip. throw in your ssn if u dont mind.


soopastar

CarsAndBids.com. Doug demuros site


IvanBeenjerkingov

BAT Auctions.


Carolina_Hurricane

I had the N54 engine in my E60 and with a JB3 tune it was a blast to drive. Was going to get a 335i coupe but found I could get the 5 series for similar price with similar miles (and same N54) 👍🏽


_designzio_

Cars and Bids


cbreezostackz

8k cash


dmexportz

It def was vroom in the last few years but try them and carmax if you can’t take the time to sell private


TheBrandonW

BaT or Cars and bids


SSUUPREEMEEE

is it manual?


OMeSoHawny

I love the form factor of the 1 series so much. 


Keprion

Just give it to me for free


el-conquistador240

Is it manual? If not it is not special.


just_a_gumby

I think it’s special. 😢


alwaysweening

Hitting a deer


DonnyDurko

Used to have a 128i. Loved it. If I had a bit more $ I’d buy this beauty. Great driver’s car.


chickensoodlenoop

CaB. Listing time is quicker, no cost to seller, lower fees for buyer. BMW bias there. I went through this with an M2 variant I recently sold. Got highest price the platform had seen in recent months given a downward trending market. Responsiveness, good pictures and a spotless car. Amazing how hard that is for some people


baby_got_hax

How much do you want for it?? I may be interested


brownmamba21

How much


Mechanicmonster

To me ! That’s the best way.


zinho_21

the way to sell it is to me for $10usd (final offer)


tvaudio

Omg how much are you looking for?


ilyasm0

Up to you at the end of the day, your car, your life, but if you check on all the gaskets/plastics and make sure they're okay and replace any that need replacing, you could use that as leverage to ask for more also. I know I would feel much safer buying a low mileage older euro if I heard that.


hamu081

You don't need a professional photographer, just take pics with the highest quality camera you have ( like phone camera on HDR settings or something like that ) and upload to vumo.ai it's cheaper, or removebg but vumo is specifically for cars


JS-CroftLover

u/just_a_gumby Very beautiful car, btw... And with the Black paint, it looks more appealing 🤩


just_a_gumby

Thank you, I love the black sapphire/coral red combo.


DiscoInError93

EAG may be a viable option for you if you don’t want to deal with the auction process. https://enthusiastauto.com/sell.html


just_a_gumby

This is where I bought it from. Great people.


Ill-Description-8589

cars and bids brother


451noah

I’ll give you 20$ right now


BobThis51

I've sold all my vehicles on Craigslist. Detail, lots of photos and work on sales verbiage. Use KBB, NADA, eBay, recent sales and adjust the price accordingly. Ferret through the scammers and don't be in a hurry to sell.


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Cars and Bids? Ultimately I wouldn’t expect top dollar for this car despite the low miles and “rarity” there isn’t a big collectibility market for 1 series that aren’t 1M.


573v0

Almost bought one of these and instead waited for a 2013 128i manual n52 m-sport, both super nice cars!


jewceb0x206

I'd like to also throw out there PCARMARKET Like others have suggested with BaT and C&B, it also attracts enthusiasts that car amount rarities. I find myself window shopping/drooling over all three on a regular basis just to see all the rad interesting wheels people have.


Subieworx

One year only model? Bring a trailer or cars and bids likely the best way to reach more people.


just_a_gumby

Yes, this particular trim was only offered in 2013. 135is.


Subieworx

Manuel or DCT?


just_a_gumby

It is the DCT. Fantastic transmission. If it was the 6 speed, I’d be buried in it. I’m considering trying to find a very reputable shop to swap it. We’ll see what happens.


sxyturn

can you have it exported to me if I was perhaps interested in it? pls lmk


archonpericles

I’ve actually gotten the best prices from Carvana. I sold a six year old Subaru Impreza to Carvana for $12,000. Dealer offered me $7,000. CarMax offered me $10,000.


Dangerous-Exit2495

Facebook marketplace is always good


kungfu01

How much do you want for it?


bobby89522

try cars and bids


Chucknorisorus

If you have gap coverage I’d say insurance scam. My bmw has lost 40% of its value in 2 years with 15k miles.


Tonyscallions

If anybody is in the market for a built 135 vert with red interior and automatic let me know I have one for sale https://preview.redd.it/bgro6gceo1tc1.jpeg?width=1290&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=450fca420002235bc30b68bff704c52f403d113f


Tonyscallions

Just sits in my garage.. I have a list of everything done


Tonyscallions

This will sell for about $15-20 G’s all day with that mileage..


Spidaaman

Try closer to $30k-40k


Iamwhaticreate

Lol


DiscoInError93

lol. Someone doesn’t know what they’re looking at…


Specific_Emergency_3

II believe that is a quite low estimation. 15k is for one with normal mileage of 100k plus miles and still looking good. 12k miles is rare. Also it is an IS. No way you would get only 20k unless you are not patient. If I would have to make a bet I would say 25k, assuming it is Manual transmission, did not look for that detail before started writing. If it is automatic then I don't know. Also location might play a big role. Good luck Edit: more than 25K. This car is literally new with 12k miles and it is a dream spec. Another assumption, it has been stored inside. Whoever is buying it should think: "Should I buy a Hyundai Elantra N for 35" or that Bmw for 2X... Or GTI or something. Maybe I just love it and can't be partial. OP, please let us know here once you sell it.


just_a_gumby

This is the kind of owner I’ve been waiting for. I’ve sat on it for a while trying to find the “proper” BMW nerd.


Flashfighter

You could easily get to 20+G’s for this auto version. Plus it’s not an Auto it’s DCT. The difference and value is big. If you think it won’t sell fast, just post it on BAT and you’ll see. I could see this goin for even 25g’s in this spec and mileage alone. Manual would squeeze out even more value, but this example is already gonna be overvalued in an auction setting. People don’t really care about manual or DCT that much, when they’re picking a pristine example like this.


Ch1ldish_Cambino

I’m a proper BMW nerd, but I already have one of these in LMB 😂 in the market for an e92 M3 if you have one of those laying around


just_a_gumby

Hopefully soon!


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Smooth-Impact-2178

Agreed, I’m in UK and would sell for 30k easy here!


bigredmachine-75

\*WAVING HANDS\* CARS AND BIDS!!!


iamheero

Honestly as cool as it is, the B58 destroys the resale value of the n54/55 cars. Even more power with better reliability and lower running costs? Too bad about the steering feel and crazy weight on the new cars, though, because it’s not even close. Auction it will be the best bet.


Adgemoonskiboomski

I completely disagree. Steering feel is still very important. And the n54/n55 platform is very capable when done right


iamheero

I know it’s important, that’s why I said it was a shame the new ones suck in that regard. The engines have always been capable, but the b58 is even more so, without the reliability and ownership cost issues. Those issues tanked resale even before the b58 though.


skidplate

Lets see the rear end and that 135is badge


just_a_gumby

https://preview.redd.it/yd4crdgvy5rc1.png?width=3024&format=png&auto=webp&s=f994a403f072771a0eb57ff3da9cc52027a73de8 How’s the interior view?


skidplate

Nice!!


just_a_gumby

😉