Consolidated Statements Of Comprehensive Income (Loss) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2014	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2014	Sep. 30, 2013
Consolidated Statements Of Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Abstract]
Net income (loss)	$ (1,964)	$ 7,695	$ 6,484	$ (1,686)
Other comprehensive income, net of tax:
Foreign currency translation adjustments, net of tax	14		56
Comprehensive income (loss)	(1,950)	7,695	6,540	(1,686)
Less: net loss attributable to non-controlling interest	66		267
Foreign currency translation adjustments attributable to non-controlling interest	(2)		(10)
Total comprehensive income (loss) attributable to BBX Capital Corporation	$ (1,886)	$ 7,695	$ 6,797	$ (1,686)