New one up for sale?

[cslsuperfan]

That has standard m3 front discs on. Clear from the pics.
I have had a few messages regarding this car, when I had it in for a post purchase inspection there were a few issues found.
Some issues were remedied but others were not.

It's not a bad car, interior was tidy, it drove nice. Boot floor had small cracks which is now repaired and plated. I would have bought it, so it's certainly not a bad car, but the price would have to reflect any remedial works required.

But my advice to any buyer of any CSL is to have a leak down test done on any prospective car. Comp test might be ok, but leak down will show any issues that might not be apparent whilst driving or on comp test.

Agreed

Compression test without a simultaneous leak down check would give next to no assurance.

[shane@mbtech]

Agreed

Compression test without a simultaneous leak down check would give next to no assurance.

The car I commented about showed decent compression but leak down across cyl 5-6 was bad. I would still buy it at the right price

[shimmy]

The car I commented about showed decent compression but leak down across cyl 5-6 was bad. I would still buy it at the right price

You own a feckin garage!

Bet you would buy a lame horse ?

[Trawler]

You own a feckin garage!

Bet you would buy a lame horse ?

:hahaha:

[CraigMillwardCroft]

You own a feckin garage!

Bet you would buy a lame horse ?

:hahaha::hahaha::hahaha:

[MCSL]

There was lots of respray not done well and poorly aligned panels

I remember, you were the chap looking for the 'holy grail'? Lance?

Yes, this is my old car. And yes, the bumper, wing, and door hadn't had the Rolls Royce of repairs / paint. But, the buyer of this car had a full inspection done on it and there was no evidence or proof of big accident damage. FFS it could of been damaged by a supermarket trolley in the car park!! People get too hung up on finding the 'perfect' car. It never exists. The CSL was a car that was well known for being 'used', 'tracked'. They were cheap as chips at one time - people bought them to use them, not to wrap them up in cotton wool (like they are now). It's been said many times - if in doubt, have an inspection done. Tyre-kicker Lance would of been £10k+ up now if he was 'serious' about owning a CSL. The engine had been fully rebuilt by BMW at a cost of nearly £20k. Warranty - Yes. Bootfloor repair - yes. FSH - yes. Receipts for £kkkk's - yes. Low owners - yes. Above average condition - definitely. Why did i sell? - GT4 arriving in November!

Anyway, effing great car the CSL was. Sadly didn't get to use mine much as it was down at Elms BMW in most of my ownership. Come on BMW, sort the fucking parts supply issues out!! This wouldn't happen in any other premium brand.

Oh, and good luck to the dealer who now has the car, and also to anyone that buys this car. If it really chomps yer sausage, get the front resprayed!

Bit of advice Lance - stop talking boll0x about other peoples cars and go buy something. Lifes too short.


Take care all

[Okey]

I remember, you were the chap looking for the 'holy grail'? Lance?

Yes, this is my old car. And yes, the bumper, wing, and door hadn't had the Rolls Royce of repairs / paint. But, the buyer of this car had a full inspection done on it and there was no evidence or proof of big accident damage. FFS it could of been damaged by a supermarket trolley in the car park!! People get too hung up on finding the 'perfect' car. It never exists. The CSL was a car that was well known for being 'used', 'tracked'. They were cheap as chips at one time - people bought them to use them, not to wrap them up in cotton wool (like they are now). It's been said many times - if in doubt, have an inspection done. Tyre-kicker Lance would of been £10k+ up now if he was 'serious' about owning a CSL. The engine had been fully rebuilt by BMW at a cost of nearly £20k. Warranty - Yes. Bootfloor repair - yes. FSH - yes. Receipts for £kkkk's - yes. Low owners - yes. Above average condition - definitely. Why did i sell? - GT4 arriving in November!

Anyway, effing great car the CSL was. Sadly didn't get to use mine much as it was down at Elms BMW in most of my ownership. Come on BMW, sort the fucking parts supply issues out!! This wouldn't happen in any other premium brand.

Oh, and good luck to the dealer who now has the car, and also to anyone that buys this car. If it really chomps yer sausage, get the front resprayed!

Bit of advice Lance - stop talking boll0x about other peoples cars and go buy something. Lifes too short.


Take care all

Heeee heeee !!
Well said man.
It's a car. Drive it enjoy it. If not perfect fix it up.. It's part of the bonding element and making the car yours. !!
Mine is in the for sale section and will be going this weekend. It's pending the report from Bartletts.
I have had people banging on about stone chips and kerbed alloys(not a mark on them)
Honestly it's a car meant to be driven, if u want an investment buy gold bullion or diamonds or art !!

[billyboysm3]

Heeee heeee !!
Well said man.
It's a car. Drive it enjoy it. If not perfect fix it up.. It's part of the bonding element and making the car yours. !!
Mine is in the for sale section and will be going this weekend. It's pending the report from Bartletts.
I have had people banging on about stone chips and kerbed alloys(not a mark on them)
Honestly it's a car meant to be driven, if u want an investment buy gold bullion or diamonds or art !!

I saw two CSL's at Barletts this morning. Mine and maybe yours?

[Okey]

I saw two CSL's at Barletts this morning. Mine and maybe yours?

Yes dropped mine off yesterday. Fresh oil service from elms and paint done under warranty. Enjoyed the blast down.. Seriously having second thoughts as they dropped me off at the station and drove it off. Looked :smt055

[billyboysm3]

Im there Sat also.

[cslsuperfan]

I remember, you were the chap looking for the 'holy grail'? Lance?

Yes, this is my old car. And yes, the bumper, wing, and door hadn't had the Rolls Royce of repairs / paint. But, the buyer of this car had a full inspection done on it and there was no evidence or proof of big accident damage. FFS it could of been damaged by a supermarket trolley in the car park!! People get too hung up on finding the 'perfect' car. It never exists. The CSL was a car that was well known for being 'used', 'tracked'. They were cheap as chips at one time - people bought them to use them, not to wrap them up in cotton wool (like they are now). It's been said many times - if in doubt, have an inspection done. Tyre-kicker Lance would of been £10k+ up now if he was 'serious' about owning a CSL. The engine had been fully rebuilt by BMW at a cost of nearly £20k. Warranty - Yes. Bootfloor repair - yes. FSH - yes. Receipts for £kkkk's - yes. Low owners - yes. Above average condition - definitely. Why did i sell? - GT4 arriving in November!

Anyway, effing great car the CSL was. Sadly didn't get to use mine much as it was down at Elms BMW in most of my ownership. Come on BMW, sort the fucking parts supply issues out!! This wouldn't happen in any other premium brand.

Oh, and good luck to the dealer who now has the car, and also to anyone that buys this car. If it really chomps yer sausage, get the front resprayed!

Bit of advice Lance - stop talking boll0x about other peoples cars and go buy something. Lifes too short.


Take care all

Excellent post chap!

Refreshing to read!!

Isn't it strange how potential owners looking @ £50K csl's quibble about minor cosmetic imperfections that can be professionally restored for a fraction of the car's value.

[mattCSLnut]

I remember, you were the chap looking for the 'holy grail'? Lance?

Yes, this is my old car. And yes, the bumper, wing, and door hadn't had the Rolls Royce of repairs / paint. But, the buyer of this car had a full inspection done on it and there was no evidence or proof of big accident damage. FFS it could of been damaged by a supermarket trolley in the car park!! People get too hung up on finding the 'perfect' car. It never exists. The CSL was a car that was well known for being 'used', 'tracked'. They were cheap as chips at one time - people bought them to use them, not to wrap them up in cotton wool (like they are now). It's been said many times - if in doubt, have an inspection done. Tyre-kicker Lance would of been £10k+ up now if he was 'serious' about owning a CSL. The engine had been fully rebuilt by BMW at a cost of nearly £20k. Warranty - Yes. Bootfloor repair - yes. FSH - yes. Receipts for £kkkk's - yes. Low owners - yes. Above average condition - definitely. Why did i sell? - GT4 arriving in November!

Anyway, effing great car the CSL was. Sadly didn't get to use mine much as it was down at Elms BMW in most of my ownership. Come on BMW, sort the fucking parts supply issues out!! This wouldn't happen in any other premium brand.

Oh, and good luck to the dealer who now has the car, and also to anyone that buys this car. If it really chomps yer sausage, get the front resprayed!

Bit of advice Lance - stop talking boll0x about other peoples cars and go buy something. Lifes too short.

Take care all

:hahaha: :hahaha: :hahaha: ... and so true. U just can't please some people :clown: The best bit is when they can't fault the car they'll try to bid below asking price :banghead:

[Okey]

:hahaha: :hahaha: :hahaha: ... and so true. U just can't please some people :clown: The best bit is when they can't fault the car they'll try to bid below asking price :banghead:

:hahaha:
So so true !!
Classic I got was 'I can only offer you asking price if you throw in the Alcons for free. :hahaha:

[LHutchin]

I remember, you were the chap looking for the 'holy grail'? Lance?

Yes, this is my old car. And yes, the bumper, wing, and door hadn't had the Rolls Royce of repairs / paint. But, the buyer of this car had a full inspection done on it and there was no evidence or proof of big accident damage. FFS it could of been damaged by a supermarket trolley in the car park!! People get too hung up on finding the 'perfect' car. It never exists. The CSL was a car that was well known for being 'used', 'tracked'. They were cheap as chips at one time - people bought them to use them, not to wrap them up in cotton wool (like they are now). It's been said many times - if in doubt, have an inspection done. Tyre-kicker Lance would of been £10k+ up now if he was 'serious' about owning a CSL. The engine had been fully rebuilt by BMW at a cost of nearly £20k. Warranty - Yes. Bootfloor repair - yes. FSH - yes. Receipts for £kkkk's - yes. Low owners - yes. Above average condition - definitely. Why did i sell? - GT4 arriving in November!

Anyway, effing great car the CSL was. Sadly didn't get to use mine much as it was down at Elms BMW in most of my ownership. Come on BMW, sort the fucking parts supply issues out!! This wouldn't happen in any other premium brand.

Oh, and good luck to the dealer who now has the car, and also to anyone that buys this car. If it really chomps yer sausage, get the front resprayed!

Bit of advice Lance - stop talking boll0x about other peoples cars and go buy something. Lifes too short.


Take care all

Ok I wasn't going to elaborate but seeing as I was talking bollox I'd better

The bonnet, fns wing, and ns door had been painted badly
The bonnet and ns wing don't align properly and you can still see this in the royals jag pictures
It had also been painted into the b pillar shut
I spoke to the previous owner who admitted hitting something down a country lane and replacing the front bumper
Maybe this was all that was damaged but to me it set alarms bells ringing
I didn't consider these minor cosmetic issues but that is my opinion
When you are spending £55k buying a car from a prestige car dealer i expect the product to be flawless, it wasn't.

The car had clearly had a hard life early on as most of the parts had been replaced including the engine rebuild

I'm fussy about my cars and I was looking for a keeper so decided to walk away.

It's for sale again very quickly but there may be a genuine reason for that

[MisterCorn]

Sounds fair to me. I would want a straight one at that price.
MC