I got mine for 10k. But it was a friend of a friend that was trying to get rid of it to afford is '01 CLK 430 convertible that he got at auction. Look at spending 12-15k, maybe more, for one that is in good condition and hasn't been pounded on. Thats all I could find in the Boston area anyway.
It sounds like you have a bad luck car and need to rid yourself of it. Bring it to Wilmington,NC and I will help you out. :> I could only do this for a fellow bmw fan and would gladly shoulder your burden.
That is an awesome car and the best of luck.
89 525, 86 jetta diesel, 07 wrx with mods, 06 commander
1 mean wife, 2 daughters, 1 bull mastiff. At least the jetta
is cheap to keep up.