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Buying a Used 3-Series

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06 330xi by spygame
Dec 18, 2008 (12:14 am)
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I guess this is the right place to ask this question. Please forgive me if this is not the right place. I was previously considering a g35x, but recently came across a 06 330xi that i found online.
details- 46 k miles on it, carfax report is clean with one owner and personal use.
asking price is around $24k, it has premuim, nav, cold weather package, logic7, everything i would want in my BMW and in the color i want...
First off, i need to get the car inspected, how would i go about doing that?. The car is at a non-BMW dealership, so how would i go about getting someone to check it out? how much would it cost me to get it inspected?
Also should i be worried about the miles on it, a little under 3 years on the vehicle, with 46k miles, also factory warranty expires in 4k miles and is this a fair price for the car. The question about extended maintenance and warranty packages? how much? are they worth it? I know this question has been asked millions of times here, and i've gone through most of the threads, but just can't come to a decision about them.
Thanks in advance.
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Re: 06 330xi [spygame] by roadburner
Dec 18, 2008 (10:04 am)
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Replying to: spygame (Dec 18, 2008 12:14 am)

It sounds like a good price. As for the inspection, you need to find a good BMW dealer or independent tech. Start your search for independent BMW techs here. The cost should be less than $200. If the dealer won't let you take the car to a BMW dealer or tech then simply move on.
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Im lookin for a car to buy. by cardude_2009
Jan 10, 2009 (5:01 pm)
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I have found a 1985-1987 BMW E30 325e and was wondering if you guys had an opinion on the car. It is 1000 dollars and has 195k miles. It is a 5 speed manual and has brand new tires. The condition is pretty good (the paint is worn along with the interior, but its not too bad). The car has been taken care of (routine oil changes and such). I do most all my repairs myself but I have noticed that prices of BMW parts can be a little more expensive (correct me if I'm wrong). I do want to keep costs down including repairs. If you could help me with a decision that would be great.
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Re: Im lookin for a car to buy. [cardude_2009] by Mr_Shiftright HOST
Jan 10, 2009 (5:07 pm)
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Replying to: cardude_2009 (Jan 10, 2009 5:01 pm)

Good model, price is right, but you should have it checked out by a BMW shop regardless to make sure there's nothing expensive in your future.
 
Here's your list of potential problem with this early 3 series:
 
Checklist for 3 Series
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Re: Im lookin for a car to buy. [Mr_Shiftright] by cardude_2009
Jan 10, 2009 (8:36 pm)
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Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Jan 10, 2009 5:07 pm)

How long do you think this car can last?
Obviously you can't know how this individual car will last but do you have a rough estimate on a well maintained E30 325e?
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Re: Im lookin for a car to buy. [cardude_2009] by roadburner
Jan 10, 2009 (9:25 pm)
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Replying to: cardude_2009 (Jan 10, 2009 8:36 pm)

Lots of E30s make it to 250000-300000 miles with little drama. If you do buy the car, join the BMW Car club. You'll get access to great technical support and many dealers and independent shops offer significant discounts to members. I think you will be surprised at reasonable cost of most all E30 parts. If you do plan to work on the car yourself you should pick up the Bentley E30 repair manual.

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