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Sedans BMW 3-Series Buying a Used 3-Series
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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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Replying to: nh07fan (Oct 04, 2008 12:57 pm) I'm surprised the following product is not known by all... There is an aluminum plate set that simply fits inside each wheel. Its sold in pairs or in 4's. There are a number of vents in the plates allowing for air to pass in a specific direction preventing the brake dust to settle on the outside of the wheels! The vents prevent any excess heat from occuring since you are blocking alot of the brakes ventilation. I've used this product on ALL of my cars including BMWs, MBs and Porsche. Honestly, the wheels maintain their bright look and virtually no build up of dust - all i do is wipe them off maybe once every 2-3 weeks! And thats only because im a bit obsessive. Between weekly washes, you dont even need wiping the wheels. The only caveat to this is if use older carbon pads - they will get dirty. Also, its wise to take them off if at the track.(increses temp) The product sells in all mail order car supplies... I'll check my mags and re-post with the name... PS - the product is priced around $50 - 75 for a set of 4. docgary Well worth it!
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Replying to: docgary (Oct 04, 2008 9:13 pm) Best regards, Shipo
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Replying to: shipo (Oct 05, 2008 6:53 am) But it's better to have clean wheels than effective brakes, right?
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hey all, im currently looking at a 95 m3 with 55,000 miles. it has a K&N filter with a dinan carbon fiber intake, a carbon fiber hood from VS racing sport, 3pc SSR rims, full exhaust, H&R springs and struts, Dinan strut bar, different brakes(not sure what they really are she ddnt specify), Dinan carbon fiber head covers,carbon fiber interior, sunroof, as for audio she has an integrated DVD alpine deck, coaxial components, 2 10" JL audio subs in a hidden box mounted to the top of the trunk. Now my problem is how much would something like this cost?
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Replying to: prophecy210 (Oct 08, 2008 7:31 am) Best Regards, Shipo
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