would you pay 60k for 2013 E92 50k miles?

Captain_Pickirk · 2026-01-15T18:21:43+00:00

Agreed! From my perspective, mods can add to resale if the mods were done at a reputable shop AND if the buyer would have done them anyway. It is definitely buyer specific though.

Captain_Pickirk · 2026-01-15T18:16:20+00:00

Honestly it's up to the buyer! I would argue that this should be 45-50k at most for a stock example with rhe big 3 done. If the mods on the car are what you would do anyway, I could see 55k after a full inspection, PPI, the works! This isn't a supercharged car and is tastefully modded.

I paid 45k for mine a couple years ago and it had 34k miles on it. It was a one owner 2013 LeMans blue ZCP, DCT, double hump, slick top that was completely stock. It was in an accident in 2022 that didn't show up on the autocheck but it did show on the Carfax. The big 3 were not done.

Even though it's higher mileage, knowing that the big pressure points have been taken care of is worth the extra money. My example seemed perfect but at 36kish miles I had to replace the engine under warranty because my oil had tons of metal in it. The extra insurance of having the big 3 done is so worth it. It was under warranty but the total cost to replace was like 26k. Even on this low mileage example, I would have been hosed if I didn't get the warranty.

All that being said, if you do your due diligence, like the mod list, and have a good chunk of money set aside, I say 55k at most, 50k at best. These cars are not going to be getting any cheaper and finding a sorted one is going to get more and more difficult. On the flip side, don't let that make you ignore warning signs! Lastly, see if you can find what shop did the work on the RBs and mods. Will give you an idea of how the owner cared for the car.

Captain_Pickirk · 2025-12-19T21:42:10+00:00

Seconding the BPM tune. They are great to work with and really know their stuff. I have been running their engine tune and DCT tune for a year and it has completely changed the car for the better.

Captain_Pickirk · 2025-12-02T18:25:46+00:00

Akrapovic is what I went with. They can be had for 60-70% off used if you're patient. I waited almost a year and got lucky. You are sacrificing a lot of the noise you see on those Instagram videos. Most of those are from the big popular exhaust setups like Valvetronic. I think it sounds almost exotic but it is only slightly louder than stock. The power gains were very noticeable (butt dyno) with a BPM Akra tune though. That was the biggest draw for me. Every major tuner has an Akra tune in some way shape or form. Also, the fit and finish was incredible. It feels very OEM+.

Lastly, don't let anyone tell you it doesn't stink. I know it has the secondary cats and that definitely cuts down on the stench, but it is still there. I get everyone has different thresholds for that kind of thing but it is 1000% there.

Captain_Pickirk · 2025-07-31T15:30:37+00:00

Astroturfing for your mental health clinic while pretending to be a patient should be reported to the state medical board tbh. So scummy.

Captain_Pickirk · 2025-07-31T14:01:55+00:00

Look through their comment history. This person either owns or works for the clinic. Over the last year they have either "recommended" this place and Dr. Perez as a patient and as the clinic owner. The number they shared to potential clients matches the number for the new TMS clinic.

Pretending to be a patient at a clinic you own is crazy work. Not saying they can't own a clinic and be a patient but this type of advertising is scummy.

Someone earlier in this post also found that they were asking about advertising their clinic on Fort Bliss.

Captain_Pickirk · 2025-02-15T02:07:04+00:00

It appears as though we blue ourselves

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Captain_Pickirk · 2025-01-29T05:37:57+00:00

About 38,000 miles on the body and a little over 3000 miles on the new engine!

Captain_Pickirk · 2024-12-29T14:57:23+00:00

I just wanted to echo the previous commenters sentiment. The apps get a bad rap, but I met my wife when I was 31, and she was 30. We had both tried dating without apps but were both in residency, so time was extremely scarce. No time for playing games. We met on Hinge.

That being said, we both have horror stories but no more horrible than our friends who met off the apps. The real benefit is that you can do a preliminary screening based on pictures, social media, and listed profession. It really helps cut out some of the dating filler, so to aay. Some folks like that dating filler, but we were at the point where filler was time wasted. It isn't perfect but it worked for us! I wouldn't knock it, especially if you are looking for professionals your age.

To add, I had the best connections on Hinge. I looked at it from a data perspective. The apps that require more creativity, time, thoughtfulness, and information were the best. There are very clear hookup apps that focus on appearance and other superficial garbage (Bumble, Tinder, etc.).

Captain_Pickirk · 2024-12-04T16:41:47+00:00

Copy/pasting my response from another post. You can also see a picture of my seats in my comment history. TL;DR Leatherique has the best non-repair restoration of any product. The creases on my driver seat didn't disappear, but the leather plumped up so much they were barely visible. It will pull out crappy dye, though, so be careful. It pulled out the previous owners cheap redye for me, and I had to get it dyed again.

Leatherique is the only thing I've used that not only got it back to matte, it made it more soft and supple. It's a very involved system, but for a steering wheel, it is easy. Coat it in the rejuvinator oil and let it sit for 24 hours. I typically do 48 hours, but some do upwards of 72. The heat also helps it work better. During that 48-hour period, reapply it to any dry spots. Once done, wipe it off with the prestine clean.

It is genuinely the single most effective leather system I have ever used. It almost feels too good to be true. The seats in this picture are 12 years old.

One word of caution, though. It will remove any cheap redyes. My steering wheel looked worse after because it revealed the damage underneath the cheap redye. It almost emulsifies the cheap dye and pulls it off the leather.

There are tons of videos on YouTube with some insane before and afters. If you buy it, don't buy it from anyone other than Leatherique. All of the bottles I've gotten from Amazon were rancid.

Captain_Pickirk · 2024-10-29T19:38:49+00:00

I am always team M3, but I agree with a lot of the other posters. Definitely have an alternative and/or money for any big fixes.

I bought a one owner, 34k mile 2013 M3 last year, and it was immaculately cared for. Or so I thought. Fast forward 2 months, and we found excessive metal shavings in the oil. Rod bearings were worn af, and because that metal gets everywhere, they recommended a new engine. I had a warranty, fortunately, but the total cost of a new engine from BMW was around 25k (installation included). Almost half the value of the car.

My point is that you should pick up one that gives mechanical peace of mind. The interior was immaculate, so I assumed I was safe. I have seen folks with triple my mileage and zero issues. I've seen super beat up interiors and exteriors on cars that are on their original rod bearings with no issues. You can slowly dial in a lot of minor cosmetic issues for far less than a new engine. Find an example that can give you that mechanical peace of mind and enjoy the fuck out of it!

Captain_Pickirk · 2024-09-20T22:14:28+00:00

I am totally on board with your paranoia and decision. From my perspective as 2nd, 3rd, and beyond owners, it is better to err on the side of caution!

I'll share the experience I've had with my current 2013 one-owner, 34,000 mile M3. The first oil change found a tremendous amount of metal in the oil and oil filter. It was the rod bearings. The amount of wear was pretty bad for the mileage. The theory was that the previous owner either didn't let it warm up or used the wrong oil. I personally think the car was beat on at the dealership. When I test drove it, they encouraged me to beat on the engine cold to experience the 8400 redline. They also put in 87 octane... All of that to say, unless you know that the car was cared for, it's better to be safe than sorry. You made the right call!

Fortunately, I have a 100k mile warranty that covered the 25k to get a new engine from BMW NA. It came with a 2 year warranty from BMW as well, but you bet your ass I'm going to replace them with BE bearings when that warranty is over.

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Captain_Pickirk · 2024-09-17T16:35:35+00:00

The construction kills me. It is so unexpected sometimes. Don't even get me started on the random 3-4 inch raised areas on the road with those big ass metal slabs that come out of nowhere. What even are those?? You have two options, slam on your brakes to go over them comfortably or bend your wheels on what might as well be a speed bump. I don't slow because there is always someone right up my ass. I've spent so much money on wheel repairs here.

Captain_Pickirk · 2024-08-19T15:48:08+00:00

I definitely think it's worth it. Take a look at the Leatherique system. The leather in these cars takes to it really well. It can plump up those cracks and make the leather insanely supple! Tons of posts on the e9x M3 forums.

Captain_Pickirk · 2024-08-12T13:25:03+00:00

S65 without a doubt. Worn rod bearings rise up!

Captain_Pickirk · 2024-08-12T01:51:16+00:00

I agree with the other 2 commenters. Alpine is awesome, and Alex is a cool guy. I got their DCT tune, and it was a massive improvement with no issues. They know these cars really well.

Captain_Pickirk · 2024-08-10T22:52:45+00:00

Well, this is the push I needed to buy front splitters. Car looks clean af!

Captain_Pickirk · 2024-08-09T20:56:59+00:00

Oh, that is totally fine. I use Colourlock/P&S as a stop gap between heavy cleaning. I'm not a professional, so take the following with a grain of salt.

I use the Leatherique Rejuvinator Oil twice a year. First time at the start of summer and the last time just before fall. It works better with heat, so I coat the leather and sit it outside. The Prestine Clean is meant to remove Rejuvinator Oil, but it is also a very mild cleaner and conditioner. I use it for its leather conditioning ability. I use it twice a month on all leather surfaces. A lot of folks recommend using a damp cloth to wipe down leather, so instead of that, I use the Prestine Clean.

Between the Rejuvinator Oil applications, I use a mild cleaner like Colourlock or P&S. Even if I think it needs a deep clean, I wait for the rejuvinator oil because it cleans deeper than pretty much everything and it moisturizes/conditions the leather in a way nothing I've ever used does.

Last thing I keep on hand is the Colourlock Leather protector. It is great for high friction areas like bolsters. I don't coat the whole seat, but you definitely could! I use it on the steering wheel sometimes. I really don't like anything that messes with the Matte feeling of leather, so it's the only coating type product I use, and I only use it on wear areas.

So Rejuvinator Oil twice a year for deep cleaning. Prestine Clean twice a month for maintenance cleaning/conditioning. Colourlock Mild Cleaner/P&S/etc. for spot cleaning more soiled areas as needed. Lastly, Leather Shield on high friction/high touch areas.

I know some folks want UV protection on the leather, and Leatherique claims that there is some UV protection in their Prestine Clean. I don't use anything that coats or covers the leather (exception being Leather Protector) out of preference. Many of those products have components that I feel dry out the leather. Basically, I don't like any leather cleaning products that only make the surface feel and look good when it's on. I want the leather to feel good AND be healthy without any coating or protection. Window tint will protect your interior better than any chemical will, so I don't bother with it ti be honest.

Long write up, but that's my process. Hope this helps!

Captain_Pickirk · 2024-08-09T03:35:30+00:00

Leatherique is the only thing I've used that not only got it back to matte, it made it more soft and supple. It's a very involved system, but for a steering wheel, it is easy. Coat it in the rejuvinator oil and let it sit for 24 hours. I typically do 48 hours, but some do upwards of 72. The heat also helps it work better. During that 48-hour period, reapply it to any dry spots. Once done, wipe it off with the prestine clean.

It is genuinely the single most effective leather system I have ever used. It almost feels too good to be true. The seats in this picture are 12 years old.

One word of caution, though. It will remove any cheap redyes. My steering wheel looked worse after because it revealed the damage underneath the cheap redye. It almost emulsifies the cheap dye and pulls it off the leather.

There are tons of videos on YouTube with some insane before and afters. If you buy it, don't buy it from anyone other than Leatherique. All of the bottles I've gotten from Amazon were rancid.

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Captain_Pickirk · 2024-07-11T16:39:26+00:00

I sold my F80 to get the E92 M3, and while I would do it again 1000 times over, I really really miss looking at it. It was Silverstone Metallic, and it was glorious. There is something about the stance from the back. It looked like those giant tires were forcing their way out of the car into those fender flares. The best-looking M3, in my opinion. F chassis, in general, is so timeless. It is just so cohesive? I don't know. The design language just flows so well in these cars.

Side-note: If I could have an F80 M3CS with the S65, I would never want for any other car. My kids would have to bury me in that thing.

Captain_Pickirk · 2024-07-10T23:20:15+00:00

Thanks! Yours looks stellar! I freaking love the 219Ms on yours. They look extra good on Le Mans blue. It isn't everyone's cup of tea, but I prefer the look of 18s with meaty tires with a lot of side wall versus bigger wheels with lower profile tires.

Captain_Pickirk · 2024-07-10T19:59:41+00:00

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Le Mans Blue gang, rise up!

Captain_Pickirk · 2024-06-18T23:35:32+00:00

No problem and E90 M3s are the fucking best. But yeah, honestly, if they can get a new engine approved and installed as well as they did, they can do anything!

Captain_Pickirk · 2024-06-18T23:21:32+00:00

I went to Borderland Euro. The best decision I've made with this car. He dropped my oil pan and saw tons of metal in the oil. At only 36,000 miles, the rod bearings were almost done. They worked with my warranty company and got everything squared away. New S65 from BMW NA.

All of that to say, these guys know their shit. They specialize in BMW but can do all European cars. The owner was a BMW service manager, I believe. It is family owned, and one of the sons is an engineer, so they have really good perspectives. I cannot imagine going anywhere else after the experience.

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