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Replying to: kyfdx (Oct 26, 2005 1:10 pm) I just want to thank you and all the guys here for helping others, I have learned so much here from all of you, especially kydfx and Car_man. Thanks again! I have 3 questions still:  First, I am asked to pay security deposit for the new 2006 530i MF=0.0016 (base MF =0.0014), is that right? Should I insist not paying unless it grants the base MF? Since the security deposit is refundable, why the dealer still asking for it? I would love to pay the security deposit if I can get the base MF, which is 0.0014. I believe that the dealer rather give me MF 0.0016 so that they can make more money. It seems there is no reason to take the deposit and giving base MF? I am a bit confused. 2nd question, since I have to order the car, what is the typical milage on the brand new car? how can I make sure the new car I got is no more than 10 miles on the car? Since I don't want to wait 8 weeks and get 50 miles on my brand new $50K+ car alreay? 3rd question, I need to make a $1000 deposit to get the order going. Can I still back off from the deal later and get the $1000 back, if something happened? I am not planning to do that, it is more wanting to know how to protect myself. Sorry to hit you with so many questions. Thanks very much! |
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I am considering two very similar vehicles and would like some opinions. Both are 525i w/ sport & premium packages, black with brown interior and one owner cars. The 2002 has 18,000 miles and the 2003 has 24,000 miles. The 02 is from a BMW dealer, the 03 from a luxury car reseller. The dealer is prepping the 02 for a CPO and is asking $31k. The reseller is asking $32k and says the CPO is more of an opportunity for a dealer mark-up than a good value given the quality of the vehicle. Any thoughts?
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Replying to: rbknox (Oct 31, 2005 4:30 am) Dealer CPO retail for average mileage (15k per year) is around 41 - 44k. Luxury reseller will list the same car for around 36 - 37k. So, to folks that a lot more experience buying bimmers - would you take the risk on the luxury reseller to save at least 5k?
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Replying to: milken (Oct 18, 2005 4:55 pm) |
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Replying to: cpanag (Oct 31, 2005 10:25 am) If you are going to buy from the reseller, make sure you trust him. (The one who sold me my car has an excellent reputation, and is recognized by BMW for his outstanding record. He also gives a money back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose if you buy from him.) Before you buy, have the car inspected or get a guarantee that it will pass. And spring for an extended warranty--but make sure the company is solvent.
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Replying to: cmybimmergo (Nov 01, 2005 7:02 pm) |
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what's a good offer for a 2004 530i w/10,000 miles the dealers asking for 45k. which I believe is way overpriced..
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Replying to: needaride1 (Nov 02, 2005 12:05 pm)
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