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#11677 of 11920 Re: 2006 BMW 330i w/ Navigation [flightnurse] by valueseeker627

Jul 08, 2012 (5:35 pm)

Replying to: flightnurse (Jul 08, 2012 8:36 am)
I'm really just looking for the best deal out there. I think this is close to the best price I've seen in a while but once the 2013s come out in 8 weeks, I might be able to get a 2007 for the same price with the same equipment. Although, I have to say this has the sport-premium package with Nav, not easy to find at this price....
 
Also, I'm intrigued by the 2006 330i being one of the more prized models, can you elaborate?

#11678 of 11920 Re: 2006 BMW 330i w/ Navigation [kyfdx] by valueseeker627

Jul 08, 2012 (6:41 pm)

Replying to: kyfdx (Jul 08, 2012 9:47 am)
Here's the full details on the car:
 
Premium Package
Sport Package
Cold Weather Package
Xenon Lights
Navigation
 
Seems like its fully stocked with all the possible options....85K Miles and I plan to get the car inspected by BMW for full checkup.
 
What do you guys think for $13,250? I know its not a bad deal, but given these cars require more serious maintenance as they get older, what should I expect in the coming months/years and is it maybe better to just lease something or buy used with fewer miles/younger age???
 
All comments and feedback are much appreciated!!! Also any points that I can bring up to the buyer to have consideration for lowering the price would help!

#11679 of 11920 Re: 2006 BMW 330i w/ Navigation [valueseeker627] by valueseeker627

Jul 08, 2012 (7:47 pm)

Replying to: valueseeker627 (Jul 08, 2012 6:41 pm)
UPDATE: It DOES NOT have the sport package. Everything else remains the same.

#11680 of 11920 Re: Ordered a 2013 [nyccarguy] by blueguydotcom

Jul 08, 2012 (8:50 pm)

Replying to: nyccarguy (Jul 08, 2012 4:45 pm)
NYC - Actually, I wasn't impressed by the F30 at all. But my lease is up with my Mazda3 soon so I had little option. Another car must happen. Never liked my two e90s and one of them, a CPO, resulted in such a horrible outcome (hence the Mazda3) I left BMW for 3 years.
 
C, G, IS, A4, TL are not viable cars for me from all my recent drives. I could hold out hope the ATS might be good. In the end, I'm not sure I trust Caddy enough. My real competition for the F30 was the Golf R and I actually would prefer it over the F30. But then my wife's Audi started going so massively south that I couldn't deny VWAG just doesn't seem like a realistic choice me.
 
With baby #2 is coming in December I decided I'd just settle on the 328 for 2-3 years. It'll do the job until I decide/find something with 4 doors that I love There's a rumor BMW will finally release a 4 door 1 series in 2014 (I'd love the hatch too), so my eye is on that for the future... a compact RWD manual luxury sedan is what I want. Nobody makes that.

#11681 of 11920 Re: Ordered a 2013 [blueguydotcom] by vinnyny

Jul 09, 2012 (6:29 am)

Replying to: blueguydotcom (Jul 07, 2012 2:03 am)
Please elaborate on the "Team USA voucher" and 'BMWCCA rebate.' I'd like to know the amounts, eligibility, and timelines. I'd appreciate your providing the information because I've promised myself a BMW European delivery for years and I may finally get around to it this Christmas if the numbers work.

#11682 of 11920 Re: Ordered a 2013 [vinnyny] by blueguydotcom

Jul 09, 2012 (7:35 am)

Replying to: vinnyny (Jul 09, 2012 6:29 am)
BMWCCA rebate = $500 on the 3 series, must be a BMWCCA member for 1 year before purchase of car. Good on ED.
Team USA Voucher - event held at most BMW dealers where participants get $1000 off any BMW purchased before Oct 31, 2012 (some until 2013).
USAA Discount - varies but on leases/finances BMW is $1000 off. Some say you can combine with other discounts. I'll find out in October. Must be a USAA member.
Apps Discount - must be a current BMW FS customer, download the app, get a discount on a new BMW (I think $500 on a 3).
 
Normally ED's a great deal but with so many discounts floating around I cannot touch ED as cheaply as just picking the car up from a dealer.

#11683 of 11920 Re: Ordered a 2013 [blueguydotcom] by nyccarguy

Jul 09, 2012 (11:55 am)

Replying to: blueguydotcom (Jul 08, 2012 8:50 pm)
Congrats on baby#2!

#11684 of 11920 2006 BMW 330i Deal or No Deal?!?!? by valueseeker627

Jul 10, 2012 (9:27 am)

Hi Guys,
 
Any thoughts on the 2006 BMW 330i?
 
It's got:
Premium Package
Cold Weather Package
Navigation
Automatic
Leather
85,000 miles
 
Seems to be a good deal given what I have seen on KBB and Autotrader, Edmunds, etc.
However, should I wait for a few months and get the 335i from 2007 for a similar price once it has had time to depreciate. I just think that paying $13.250 for this car seems like an aggressive price and I should jump on it....
 
Thanks again for your thoughts and advice!

#11685 of 11920 Re: 2006 BMW 330i Deal or No Deal?!?!? [valueseeker627] by kyfdx HOST

Jul 10, 2012 (11:59 am)

Replying to: valueseeker627 (Jul 10, 2012 9:27 am)
Try posting that question here:
 
Real-World Trade-In Values

#11686 of 11920 Re: 2006 BMW 330i w/ Navigation [valueseeker627] by flightnurse

Jul 10, 2012 (7:39 pm)

Replying to: valueseeker627 (Jul 08, 2012 6:41 pm)
The 330 you are looking at has all the right options, so if you are happy with the car and the price, go for it. No one else can tell you what to you, there will ALWAYS be buyer remorse for the first few weeks.. Regarding the price of a 335i, BMWs hold their value, so don't think you will find a 2007 335i for $13K or even 16K unless it has 150K miles.. Now if you really want a better 330i, find one with the M Sport Package....

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