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Sedans BMW 3-Series Buying a Used 3-Series
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Replying to: roadburner (Sep 18, 2008 11:16 am)
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Replying to: ashleymarie (Sep 18, 2008 12:59 pm) Some BMW automatic transmissions have failed at 100,000 miles, others have gone over 200,000 miles without problems. The key to a BMW's long term reliability is to keep it maintained by the book. If you buy the car, don't hesitate to ask any questions. I'll be happy to help. |
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| Thanks roadburner....I decided not to buy. | |
Went for a 2000 328Ci coupe with Premium Package--leather, moonroof, xenons, etc. etc., 68k miles, grey/grey. Original MSRP $39k (window sticker was in the glove box). My price, $12,400 +T&L. Or about the same as a two-year-old base Elantra.  Oh, it's a stick.  One owner trade on a new Bimmer, bought and serviced where I got it. Dealer had the complete service records, including recent new brakes, tires, battery, major servicing, etc. Having some minor bodywork done to take out some scratches and dents (part of the deal), then it will be all miiiiiiiine. Except for a tiny hole on the passenger side door interior trim and a little dig on the rear bumper, it looks new (or it will after it leaves the body shop). It drives great, very smooth and rattle-free, great linear tracking and handling (of course). Time for my second childhood. 
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Replying to: backy (Sep 25, 2008 4:51 pm)
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Replying to: roadburner (Sep 25, 2008 7:48 pm) I told my son and daughter who are still at home I'd teach them how to drive it. I told them, if they can play video games, they can drive a stick. Eventually it will be my daughter's car... if she is a real good girl the next few years.
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We agree to our 1st BMW-have wanted 1 for a long time. It's a 3rd car for when my wife doesn't need to drive her all-wheel drive Sienna minivan and I'm not using my Accord for work (outside sales). Anyway I think we did well to find a 2006 325ci Black with 10,500 miles for $23,500 CPO Only 2 options are heated seats and Steptronic Automatic The search really evolved..........we had serious negotiations on a 2000 325i with 68k for $11500 and a 2005 325ci with 48k miles-$19,800 CPO with the same options as the one we bought. We worried too much about out of warranty issues (and it drove a little sluggish) with the 2000. We like the 2005 but the grey color was a little bland-we drive 2 grey colored cars now and were attracted to the low miles and extra year of original warranty and certified warranty with the 2006. This will be kept in the garage-we'll drive in winter when roads are clear and put on about 5-7k miles per year. Any thoughts or advice-we take delivery on Tuesday.
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Replying to: nh07fan (Sep 27, 2008 3:50 am) Out here in the northeast (New Jersey), a 2006 325i CPO with under 20k mileage will never sell south of 25K - trust me - i've been searching for 6 weeks!! I've owned 2 BMWs -1994 325i and 1997 540i - at 10,000 miles, the car hasnt even been broken in!! I have found a 06 325i (would have preferred a 330) 27K mileage, silver with black interior (the only interior worth having IMO) cold weather/premium package, maintenance package, This car stood out from the previous six I test rode. I'm not in need of a fast off-the-line speedster - Been there done that - and I have a motorcycle for that rush. This 57 yo ex porche owner is simply looking for that great handling, fun car that only BMW has. The prior six all had a degree of a "ridden out" feel - too much dampening in suspension ,body roll, generally a tired feel. This puppy woke up the second I stepped on the pedal. Very clean in and out. Garaged, well cared for. I will seal the deal this weekend - $25,000 OTD incl tax. (no $ down 60 months, 3.9%) If you get your deal and the car has no negative surprises, You have gotten a SWEET DEAL!! GOOD LUCK DOCGARY
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Replying to: docgary (Oct 03, 2008 9:04 pm) My only 3 comments not complaints are that 1. There is a ton of brake dust-although it just came off easily 2. Maybe I've been driving it too enthusiastically but we are getting 21 mpg according to computer 3. The speedo reads 3 mph higher than GPS. Anyway we are very pleased. Good luck with your car and thanks for responding.
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Replying to: nh07fan (Oct 04, 2008 12:57 pm) 1) Keep after the brake dust, if you don't it will become almost permanently adhered to your wheels. If you have no intention of tracking your car you might want to consider low dust pads. I've used PBR/Axxis pads on my BMWs and have had exceptional results (i.e. braking power similar to the OEM pads and virtually no dust). 2) The beauty of your car is that if you keep your foot out of it, you can actually get over 30 mpg on the highway and more like 25 around town. 3) All BMWs (and virtually all German cars) will read a couple three MPHs high at 70 MPH. I read a good explanation a couple of years ago on why that is (something to do with laws regarding speedometer error), however, I don't remember the details. That said, I suspect that you'll find that your odometer is pretty much "dead-on-balls-accurate". Enjoy your new ride.  Best regards, Shipo |
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