Baur Convertible, thoughts?

[BigJohn]

I have been looking for a Baur for some time, I have found this one which is reasonably local, but, it seems a bit (lot) steep. I cannot find any info on previous MOT's etc as it's been an Isle of Man car. does anyone know anything of its previous history.

http://www.ronhodgson.co.uk/bmw%20320i% ... le-2932112

Cheers, John.

[martauto]

That's a lovely looking car but `onest Ron.....the price ??
If it`s as good as the price, have a look and make it a "benchmark" .
A few years down the road this will happen but maybe not right now.

Mart.

[Cloggy Saint]

Even taking the low mileage into account that's very strong money for a low spec car.

[deep-dish-e30]

You can buy Convertible at that money
This baur very poor spec no wheels nothing low miles plus point
Not appreciating classic

[ah]

http://www.e30zone.net/modules.php?name ... highlight=

[BigJohn]

ah, thank you for the link, but I want an automatic Baur in mint condition which I can keep standard as a "high days and holidays car" and just service it. Preferably for sale in the North as I travelled to see too many dogs a few years back when looking for a Mk1 Golf Cabriolet auto (I still have nightmares! )
I have enough work with my Mk 1 Escort to take on another minor resto, I want a fuel and go car at the moment.

[Satan]

That is expensive and the dealer must be trying it on but the mileage means that its sat around furlong lengths of time but if you are interested give it a good going over as lots of part degrade over time.

[BigJohn]

That is a concern, oil seals, brake seals etc don't take kindly to lack of use and I wouldn't be surprised if the tyres are as old as Gods dog. I think I might bear it in mind and see if he still has it in the New Year. I think he has had it about a year at least already.

[ah]

Can I just ask a question John,is there a reason you've chosen on a Baur opposed to a factory cab,is it just a matter of chose.

[BigJohn]

ah, I'm 6'6" with a left leg that has a habit of having its own agenda, all 36" of it. The factory cab has a strengthener on top of the sill, I catch my left foot getting in and out of the car. The Baur, due to it's construction doesn't require the extra rib on its sill. I discovered this last spring when I found a very nice cab, but I was disappointed when getting in and out. This also is why I also want an automatic.
I damaged my back a few years ago and some days I can drive a manual, some days it hurts my left leg using a clutch, some days I cannot feel a clutch, but an automatic covers all days.

[Topblag]

I'm 6ft 3 and my cabby isn't cramped for me. Baur's are ugly compared to a convertible IMO.

If you do buy it, I have a Baur rear parcel shelf I'd like to move ona˜€

[BigJohn]

When my left leg is being awkward I have difficulty lifting it over the sill strengthener, I would already have a Cabby in the garage were it not for this. I had not considered a Baur until I found this out, although I do like the versatility of the the Baur roof more.

[ah]

ah, I'm 6'6" with a left leg that has a habit of having its own agenda, all 36" of it. The factory cab has a strengthener on top of the sill, I catch my left foot getting in and out of the car. The Baur, due to it's construction doesn't require the extra rib on its sill. I discovered this last spring when I found a very nice cab, but I was disappointed when getting in and out. This also is why I also want an automatic.
I damaged my back a few years ago and some days I can drive a manual, some days it hurts my left leg using a clutch, some days I cannot feel a clutch, but an automatic covers all days.

Fair play!

[Satan]

That is a concern, oil seals, brake seals etc don't take kindly to lack of use and I wouldn't be surprised if the tyres are as old as Gods dog. I think I might bear it in mind and see if he still has it in the New Year. I think he has had it about a year at least already.

Check it out, price is negational and we are entering a negative market and a dealer doesn't want to be stuck with none selling stock. I think he got a deal and is playing the market as the sales people do, ask the right questions and get the price down, I only charge 5% for my advice ;o))))

[BigJohn]

That is a concern, oil seals, brake seals etc don't take kindly to lack of use and I wouldn't be surprised if the tyres are as old as Gods dog. I think I might bear it in mind and see if he still has it in the New Year. I think he has had it about a year at least already.

Check it out, price is negational and we are entering a negative market and a dealer doesn't want to be stuck with none selling stock. I think he got a deal and is playing the market as the sales people do, ask the right questions and get the price down, I only charge 5% for my advice ;o))))

It's like playing poker, show now, or hold 'em until after the New Year when everyone is financially battered?

[M3KUK]

Hi mate, that Baur is about 5 mins away from me. Been up for sale for about 6 months. I can check it out if you like, I have a 'proper' 320i Cabriolet. Cheers Mike.

[BigJohn]

Hi Mike, that's very kind, but don't go out of your way, if you're passing and don't mind popping in I'd be obliged to you.
I sent an email and asked him why it is better than the one below at Vardys of which they state:
"we are confident that this is the best example available anywhere on sale today" and is 2k cheaper.
and he replied:
"Hello,
My car is better than theres, it has only done 29,000 miles and theres has done 64,000.
I would take £11k for my car, its well worth the extra £1,000 based on the mileage alone.
Kind Regards."

https://www.petervardy.com/item/60998/B ... iolet.html#

[martauto]

Hi mate, that Baur is about 5 mins away from me. Been up for sale for about 6 months. I can check it out if you like, I have a 'proper' 320i Cabriolet. Cheers Mike.

I too have a "proper" Cabriolet and it is so much fun !!
My Baur has never let me down and was my son`s choice of wedding car this year and lots of "normal" (lol) people asked me how much was it to hire ?
I have Never seen another one in the thirteen years of e30 ownership and just love their originality.

Mart.

[Cloggy Saint]

The white one looks much nicer, has better spec and at 64k is still a low mileage car. Plus, out of principle I wouldn't buy a car from someone who can't spell

[martauto]

The white one looks much nicer, has better spec and at 64k is still a low mileage car. Plus, out of principle I wouldn't buy a car from someone who can't spell

I thorrrt it was ust me !!

Mart.

[M3KUK]

I think they're both overpriced IMO, you could buy an E46 M3 Cabrio for less than that!
I take it the Baurs suffer less from scuttle shake, due to the stiffer body?

[BigJohn]

I think they're both overpriced IMO, you could buy an E46 M3 Cabrio for less than that!
I take it the Baurs suffer less from scuttle shake, due to the stiffer body?

I believe so, due to the Baur retaining most of the integrity from the original bodyshell.
I could buy an E46, I could also buy a Jag V12 XJSC for similar money. That's why I'm wondering, "What makes these cars so special?"

I know I'm special because mummy told me so

[magpie]

it's just a basterdised 2dr

[brutus]

Na ,

ingenious !
( targa top ) baur roof production started on cars back in the 1950s !

I own two, & both leak free roofs !

[martauto]

I own two, & both leak free roofs !

Just the one for me and also leak free.

Mart.

[Satan]

Na ,

ingenious !
( targa top ) baur roof production started on cars back in the 1950s !

I own two, & both leak free roofs !

Take the tarp off when it rains......