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    "Solid Wheels"

    I was scrolling through some listings on line and came cross one for BHCC that included the "solid wheels" descriptor. Curious about what it could mean, I searched further and find that the descriptor is used somewhat frequently in their narratives. Checking here, I see that the phrase came...
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    Original Hoffman window sticker from a Bavaria

    Wow, blast from the past! In 1972, I bought my '69 1600 there off their used car lot on El Camino Real. At that time, B&B was also the local Saab dealership. Fast forward to today and B&B is now part of the VW dealership in Sunnyvale and the Saab business is a parts and service operation for...
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    Ventura: 1974 3.0 CSa - $41K

    I am very familiar with the neighborhood depicted in the CL ad and the closest golf course is more than a mile away. One hell of a drive !!!!! :rolleyes:
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    Ventura: 1974 3.0 CSa - $41K

    Are those bullet holes in the garage doors?
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    3.3Li on Craig's List

    I just stumbled across this listing in Pacific Grove. I have seen this car here before but I can't recall who owns it. Definately drool worthy !! https://monterey.craigslist.org/cto/d/1975-bmw-33li-lwb/6676816788.html
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    Nightmare E3 Seller

    Sorry to hear you found your self in this situation. Life has many learning moments, some pleasant and others not so much. The take-aways from this failed deal that come to mind include: As a buyer, you must first convince the seller that you are "real". For every legit buyer, there are many...
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    1973 BMW 300CSI

    The VIN is in the registry. The license plate is probably from around 1982. If the car was brought in around then, it would have had to go through Federalization and California smog. No mention of importation papers. Missing right rear bumper guard and right windshield wiper arm/blade assembly...
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    Bay Area 2800 25000$

    SF Don??
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    Ouch

    Ouch indeed In my experience the quality of the body and paint work is a reflection of the skill and dedication of the guy actually doing the work rather than a blanket endorsement of a particular shop. At the same time, body shops come and go as do some of the key employees. Fortunately, I...
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    71 3.0S on ebay (NMNA)

    https://www.ebay.com/itm/1971-BMW-3-0-S-BAVARIA/163071721967?hash=item25f7d501ef:g:NPMAAOSwVK9bDhRR&vxp=mtr Stumbled upon this fine example of an E3. Several observations/questions: While listed as a '71 year model, it appears to have '72 taillights and rear pillar vents, when did the later...
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    windshield seal alternatives

    In a different direction, has anyone looked into the possibility of having someone besides BMW manufacture the part? For example in the the vintage Mustang world, Daniel Carpenter Mustang Reproduction Parts produces excellent windshield weatherstripping for mid to late 1960's Mustangs. I...
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    Nice 74 in Bay Area

    I am curious, what is "a no expense redo"? Were all the parts stolen??
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    Fun with my Bavarious...

    Did you get a chance to see the Hubcap Ranch or Pope Valley Winery?
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    Tips, Tricks, inexpensive upgrades

    This thread reminded me of a similar effort in the early 1970's where a local 2002 club (BMW Owners Club with a Stanford mailing address?) published a loose leaf compilation of similarly helpful tips. Ones that come to mind are the use of a GM Gulp Valve from a Chevelle that is an exact...
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    1972 3.0 CS in St. Louis

    In the tradition of nit picking, I notice some things not yet commented upon: The center console has 4 window lift buttons yet the front doors have window cranks. Any guess about why? The A/C appears to have 2 in-line driers mounted to the right fender well. Any reason for this redundancy? The...
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    E9 running issues!!!!

    Since the prior posts in this thread cover all of the "usual suspects" let me suggest a couple of things that might be very unlikely. If the power brake booster has a leak (vacuum) and your foot is on the brake, as when you are slowing or stopped, the excess air sneaking into the intake...
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    Stunning 2800

    Spectacular looking car.
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    Heater Core Leak?

    My thinking is that you have had a slow leak for a long time and the stalagmites are forming.... Time for a new core.
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    73 3.0CS for $10k on Ebay

    I suggest a slightly different "translation" : After my mechanic had the "Come to Jesus" conversation with me, I realized that when my wife finds out how much I paid for this pile, sight unseen, I'll be sleeping in the hammock out back for two years.
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    GoogoutGoogout Scam 1969 BMW 2800cs Relisted

    How common do bidders with "0" bidding history retract their high bid just prior to close? (This is a rhetorical question)
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