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Originally Posted by crystalworks
They aren't overpriced as 6mt's. You pay a premium for that feature. It's an unfortunate reality of the market. Scarcity and desirability lead to an upcharge. I was looking for a 6MT e61 wagon. Cost was 120% (asking $18000) more than an auto unless with a salvage title (still asking $12000). The wife and I ended up just buying an auto. 
Edit: Here is, what looks to be, a solid 5MT X5 with low miles.
https://xoutpost.com/classifieds/bmw...85k-miles.html |
They are out there and reasonably priced, but get picked up fast.
I briefly looked at that add and yes it's a good looking car, but I decided not to go with an e53, based on availability and comments from here.
FWIW, there is 2004 e53 w/ 5MT in ATL, just like the one you posted for $4k.