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My BMW 116i F20 is struggling to get into any gear from neutral when the engine is cold. Once moving changing between gears is fine. The problem seems to disappear once the engine is at operating ...

If the damage were only slight, as you suggest, I would think it would be better to have it repaired before you advertise it. It would certainly make it more attractive to a potential purchaser.