Looking a really well looked after CSL

moglie · 16-03-2011, 06:03 PM

As per the title.

Im after a well cared for csl, preferably in silver grey. Ideally i would like something sub 50,000miles but if its been well cared for, full service etc id certainly be interested in something with higer mileage.

The key is that its a good, straight example of these amazing cars, and one which i wont have to do much to if i were to buy it i.e. recently serviced etc

All being well it wont be too long until im behind the wheel of my own csl lol

Cheers again folks

**shimmy** · 16-03-2011, 06:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by moglie

As per the title.

Im after a well cared for csl, preferably in silver grey. Ideally i would like something sub 50,000miles but if its been well cared for, full service etc id certainly be interested in something with higer mileage.

The key is that its a good, straight example of these amazing cars, and one which i wont have to do much to if i were to buy it i.e. recently serviced etc

All being well it wont be too long until im behind the wheel of my own csl lol

Cheers again folks

Good luck hunting.

My recommendation is buy on condition and don't drive the first one you see or you'll buy it whatever it looks like

mattCSLnut · 16-03-2011, 06:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by moglie

As per the title.

Im after a well cared for csl, preferably in silver grey. Ideally i would like something sub 50,000miles but if its been well cared for, full service etc id certainly be interested in something with higer mileage.

The key is that its a good, straight example of these amazing cars, and one which i wont have to do much to if i were to buy it i.e. recently serviced etc

All being well it wont be too long until im behind the wheel of my own csl lol

Cheers again folks

Seriously, forget the mileage restriction of 50K otherwise you'll miss out on some great CSLs with say 60K + miles and look purely on overall condition and a complete Service History file

Don't be put off by CSLs with stone chippy front bumpers and splitters. They all get like that in no time and it's nothing that £200 at a decent body shop won't rectify. BMW Warrant is a huge plus

IMHO and worth ever penny, especially when you're new to the car and thinking of Tracking it

which of course is a MUST

Best of luck with your search

**AlexGTT** · 16-03-2011, 08:17 PM

Go and see Bealo's car, it's a cracker. Contact Shimmy for details.

The 50k mileage thing is all well and good but I found some really badly looked after cars with low mileages and bought one with much higher mileage. On condition is the only way to buy.

tbellamy85 · 16-03-2011, 08:35 PM

I bought mine with 55k FBMWSH, first one I saw but it was from GG Steel where I got my previous M/// serviced etc. Fell in love when I drove it so bought it, needed nothing doing apart from a small shatter in the Windscreen. Make sure you check the car over

underneath
boot weldings, joints (ensure its all level)
check arches
pop bonnet (check joints once again, see if welding looks different)

You will find one mate, there are plenty out their.

GL with your find

**shimmy** · 16-03-2011, 08:41 PM

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Originally Posted by tbellamy85

. Fell in love when I drove it so bought it, d

Thats where you made your mistake!

steveH · 16-03-2011, 08:59 PM

Moglie, your at least over the first hurdle in deciding you need a CSL and few, if any, on here will put you off!!
As below very good condition and service records are paramont. Personnaly I go for low owners and low miles BUT not at expense of turning down a better car with more owners & miles. The latter points will be reflected in the ££ as few owner - low milers usually command a premium.
Also consider how you are going to use your CSL ie primarily trackDays, everyday car, sunday/show car and what annual miles as if only 5k / year then choosing one with higher miles may not be such an issue.
DO read all you can and ask on here for advice on what to look for and do get all you can from bmw dealer from thier records.
Consider any 'add-ons' or mods. Some prefer others want originality
Bear in mind the optional extras or like me want true 'nude' model

Finally do go for the SG colour (black ones just too understated IMO

)
Dont necessarily buy the first one but equally do not dis regard it either nor think buying from a dealer will give you any more peace of mind.
Most of all enjoy the Hunt and best of luck.

16-03-2011, 06:03 PM	#1
moglie Mode S1 - Starting Out Join Date: Mar 2011 Posts: 21 Casino cash: $413	Looking a really well looked after CSL As per the title. Im after a well cared for csl, preferably in silver grey. Ideally i would like something sub 50,000miles but if its been well cared for, full service etc id certainly be interested in something with higer mileage. The key is that its a good, straight example of these amazing cars, and one which i wont have to do much to if i were to buy it i.e. recently serviced etc All being well it wont be too long until im behind the wheel of my own csl lol Cheers again folks

16-03-2011, 08:17 PM	#4
AlexGTT CSL Register Uber-poster! Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Herefordshire Posts: 4,374 Casino cash: $8572	Go and see Bealo's car, it's a cracker. Contact Shimmy for details. The 50k mileage thing is all well and good but I found some really badly looked after cars with low mileages and bought one with much higher mileage. On condition is the only way to buy. __________________ CSL Register Alcoholics Anonymous Group Leader & Businessman of the Year '93! www.earleyengineering.com

16-03-2011, 08:35 PM	#5
tbellamy85 S4 - Getting the hang of it Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: South Yorkshire Posts: 145 Casino cash: $1384	I bought mine with 55k FBMWSH, first one I saw but it was from GG Steel where I got my previous M/// serviced etc. Fell in love when I drove it so bought it, needed nothing doing apart from a small shatter in the Windscreen. Make sure you check the car over underneath boot weldings, joints (ensure its all level) check arches pop bonnet (check joints once again, see if welding looks different) You will find one mate, there are plenty out their. GL with your find

16-03-2011, 08:59 PM	#7
steveH S4 - Getting the hang of it Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 126 Casino cash: $1340	Moglie, your at least over the first hurdle in deciding you need a CSL and few, if any, on here will put you off!! As below very good condition and service records are paramont. Personnaly I go for low owners and low miles BUT not at expense of turning down a better car with more owners & miles. The latter points will be reflected in the ££ as few owner - low milers usually command a premium. Also consider how you are going to use your CSL ie primarily trackDays, everyday car, sunday/show car and what annual miles as if only 5k / year then choosing one with higher miles may not be such an issue. DO read all you can and ask on here for advice on what to look for and do get all you can from bmw dealer from thier records. Consider any 'add-ons' or mods. Some prefer others want originality Bear in mind the optional extras or like me want true 'nude' model Finally do go for the SG colour (black ones just too understated IMO) Dont necessarily buy the first one but equally do not dis regard it either nor think buying from a dealer will give you any more peace of mind. Most of all enjoy the Hunt and best of luck.