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#738 of 787 Re: lawhergirl and the BMW [graphicguy] by im_brentwood

Aug 19, 2007 (3:32 pm)

Replying to: graphicguy (Aug 19, 2007 10:09 am)
gg..
 
I'd assume that they have more than $28k in the car, but that's merely a guess, I don't know enough about the car to make any kind of call on it.
 
The car I mentioned above.. typical Premium Pack 15k miler is worth a hair under $30k or so.. if it's a Sport with Nav and iDistract and all that.. could be worth more than she paid across the block.
 
Again, depends on the car.. you know that by now silly. Now go to your room.
 
lg..
 
Sounds like you got a great deal. If you bought the car and plan on keeping it past 50-75k miles (It's capable of 300+K), do the following:
 
Grab the factory recommended maintinence schedule.
 
Put it in the fireplace.
 
Change oil 5-6k with good Synthetic and OEM filters.
Change diff fluid every 60k.
Change Trans fluid every 60k
Change Brake fluid every year (My almost 21yr old M5 has beautifully functioning ABS pump at 190k miles thanks to this)
Change coolant every 2 years with BMW Coolant only
Change out thermostat by 60k
Change radiator and water pump and expansion tank every 75-80k.
 
Do this, and you will be sick of the car before it ever goes boom.
 
Follow BMW's maintinence protocols and expect to replace the automatic trans around 100-120k.

#739 of 787 Re: okay the update [lawhergirl] by geffen

Aug 19, 2007 (4:02 pm)

Replying to: lawhergirl (Aug 19, 2007 2:09 pm)
Congrats on going back and getting the car you really wanted, it doesn't take long for cars to be sold right after you leave the dealership.

#740 of 787 Re: okay the update [geffen] by blufz1

Aug 19, 2007 (4:22 pm)

Replying to: geffen (Aug 19, 2007 4:02 pm)
A good deal is when the dealer grudgingly gives you the keys and, as you drive away, you glance back to see your salesman with his head in his hands in the managers office.

#741 of 787 Re: okay the update [lawhergirl] by kyfdx HOST

Aug 19, 2007 (4:44 pm)

Replying to: lawhergirl (Aug 19, 2007 2:09 pm)
Congratulations! You got the car you wanted, and saved $900 in the process... That sounds like a great car buying experience!!

#742 of 787 Re: lawhergirl and the BMW [im_brentwood] by british_rover

Aug 20, 2007 (5:09 am)

Replying to: im_brentwood (Aug 19, 2007 3:32 pm)
Change diff fluid every 60k.
Change Trans fluid every 60k
 
Synthetic is recommended for both the trans and the diff right?
 
Secondly isn't the only way to change out the trans fluid is with a fluid exchange machine?

#743 of 787 Re: lawhergirl and the BMW [british_rover] by im_brentwood

Aug 20, 2007 (6:28 am)

Replying to: british_rover (Aug 20, 2007 5:09 am)
Depends on what trans it has... I haven't read up on the E90s, but it's probably Texaco ETL Synthetic if it's an auto and probably ATF or MTL if it's a stick.
 
Diff should use GL5 75W90 Synth as well.
 
Except for the automatics we use Red Line as a general rule... the Texaco ETL comes in bulk containers from the dealer, costs $10-15 a Liter or thereabouts.

#744 of 787 Re: okay the update [lawhergirl] by graphicguy

Aug 20, 2007 (6:31 am)

Replying to: lawhergirl (Aug 19, 2007 2:09 pm)
lawherfirl.....congrats. You got a good deal on a great car. Sounds like your car had an MSRP of around $40K-$41K, since it's really loaded up. I paid $37K and change for mine brand new 1.5 years ago. Mine does not have the window shades, though. But it does have nav.
 
I can only echo what IM brentwood said about maintenance. There's lots of debate whether you should follow the "maintenance minder" for oil changes on the BMWs. I think most of us feel they are too long. Follow im's advice and you're going to have a good car for a very long time.
 
Mine's black with chocolate interirior. So, I like your color, too.

#745 of 787 gg by im_brentwood

Aug 20, 2007 (6:45 am)

I'm on a BMW tech list... already seen pics of sludged M54s from this 15k interval nonsense...

#746 of 787 Re: did I Screw up Negotiations & can I save face now? [micosilver] by greanpea68

Aug 20, 2007 (7:10 am)

Replying to: micosilver (Aug 18, 2007 4:39 pm)
If you like the car, you can afford it - don't wait until the end of the month, because if they sell it today - you will have to start over.
If the price is reasonable, the car is right for you, it comes with warranty and you can afford it - just go for it. Get in, offer them a $1,000 off their best offer, and take $500 off.
In a year - you won't remember how much you paid, but if the car is right - you will feel it every day.
 
Nice close...

#747 of 787 Re: gg [im_brentwood] by graphicguy

Aug 20, 2007 (8:59 am)

Replying to: im_brentwood (Aug 20, 2007 6:45 am)
im.....I change my oil every 5K. Just turned 18K miles. BMW sponsored "free maintenance" only covered one of my oil changes.
 
No dipstick. Can't even check the oil level. God help anyone who buys one off a 5 year lease that was tuned in, and the owner only followed the BMW "maintenance schedule".

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