should we sell the car or body parts?

Asked by Avalon504 Apr 13, 2021 at 09:44 AM about the 1996 BMW 3 Series 318i Convertible RWD

Question type: Car Selling & Trading In

i have a 1996 BMW 318i 140k miles; body is in excellent shape; needs a new
engine; should we sell the body parts or the entire car for the most profit

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TDolby answered 3 years ago

Parting out will net you more money, but take more time, then you have to scrap the shell if you can't find a buyer. Selling the whole car at one is easier, but net you less dough.

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