Available to me for purchase at around $5000, and yes, I am aware of which forum I'm posting this on... :-)

1988 BMW 325i cabrio. 165K miles. Maintained by dealer prior to warranty expiration, then by very good independent after expiration. Exterior and interior nearly flawless, mechanically probably close to as perfect as a car this age can be - I know the mechanic personally, I know the owner very well (partner) and I see the car every day in the garage here at work. Based on the driving style of the owner, it hasn't been abused - believe me. Recent timing belt and clutch. Brand new Michies. Oiled and filtered up every 4000 miles, all records extant.

I like the idea of some open-top cruising, but can't afford a Z3, don't really want a Japanese roadster. Would likely tweak it with a few performance goodies - a chip, new suspension pieces.

What do y'all think?

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David

His:
2003 Dodge Durango SLT
2002 BMW E39 530i Sport
1988 Mercedes 300TE
Hers:
2003 Chevrolet Suburban
1999 E430