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#294 of 758 Re: 325ci 2006 [nh07fan] by docgary

Oct 03, 2008 (10:04 pm)

Replying to: nh07fan (Sep 27, 2008 4:50 am)
Sounds like a great deal! What part of the country do you live?
 
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

#295 of 758 Re: 325ci 2006 [docgary] by nh07fan

Oct 04, 2008 (1:57 pm)

Replying to: docgary (Oct 03, 2008 10:04 pm)
Live in NH, bought in Peabody Mass. The sticker said 26900, internet price was 25,500. No surprises and we are very happy. We put 500 miles this week to go over 11k. I think the economy and a rear wheel drive car this time of year up North gave us great leverage. It's truly in better shape than my 07 accord and my wife's 08 Sienna. Love the look of the black coupe.
 
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.

#296 of 758 Re: 325ci 2006 [nh07fan] by shipo

Oct 04, 2008 (2:24 pm)

Replying to: nh07fan (Oct 04, 2008 1:57 pm)
Comments on your comments:
 
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

#297 of 758 Re: 325ci 2006 [nh07fan] by docgary

Oct 04, 2008 (10:13 pm)

Replying to: nh07fan (Oct 04, 2008 1:57 pm)
"There is a ton of brake dust-although it just came off easily"
 
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!

#298 of 758 Re: 325ci 2006 [docgary] by shipo

Oct 05, 2008 (7:53 am)

Replying to: docgary (Oct 04, 2008 10:13 pm)
The problem with the dust shields is that they inhibit the cooling of the brakes and often lead to warped or hot-spotted rotors. I'll NEVER-EVER even remotely consider those devices for any of my cars.
 
Best regards,
Shipo

#299 of 758 Re: 325ci 2006 [shipo] by roadburner

Oct 05, 2008 (3:50 pm)

Replying to: shipo (Oct 05, 2008 7:53 am)
The problem with the dust shields is that they inhibit the cooling of the brakes and often lead to warped or hot-spotted rotors. I'll NEVER-EVER even remotely consider those devices for any of my cars.
 
 
But it's better to have clean wheels than effective brakes, right?

#300 of 758 1995 M3 by prophecy210

Oct 08, 2008 (8:31 am)

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?

#301 of 758 Re: 1995 M3 [prophecy210] by shipo

Oct 08, 2008 (8:52 am)

Replying to: prophecy210 (Oct 08, 2008 8:31 am)
Short answer: Less than a 1995 M3 with 55,000 miles on the clock that is bone stock. Much less in fact.
 
Best Regards,
Shipo

#302 of 758 Re: 1995 M3 [shipo] by fedlawman

Oct 08, 2008 (4:11 pm)

Replying to: shipo (Oct 08, 2008 8:52 am)
What a shame - 95 is the best year for the E36 M3. Non-staggered wheels and OBD I. Another fine car destroyed by JC Whitney...

#303 of 758 Re: 1995 M3 [prophecy210] by roadburner

Oct 08, 2008 (4:24 pm)

Replying to: prophecy210 (Oct 08, 2008 8:31 am)
Now my problem is how much would something like this cost?
 
About $5000 is all I'd pay- tops.

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