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Sedans BMW 3-Series Buying a Used 3-Series
455 messages, Last post on Oct 16, 2009 at 6:36 PM
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Replying to: romboggie (Feb 07, 2009 12:31 pm) I guess some dealerships don't even bother to follow the 140 check points thinking that most people wont even know the difference and wont ask for the check list. |
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Replying to: jeremy_nyc (Feb 07, 2009 2:25 pm) If you haven't already, please consider posting this also in our Dealer Ratings & Reviews. That's another way to let others know what's happening here.
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Replying to: jeremy_nyc (Feb 07, 2009 2:25 pm)
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Replying to: jeremy_nyc (Feb 07, 2009 2:25 pm)
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Replying to: roadburner (Feb 07, 2009 7:17 pm) the exterior of the car looks great, except a few ding and dents at the bumper which they promise to fix but did not. it is the mechanics of the car which I am worried about. the car has been in the shop for more than a month now, which is making me very upset. |
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Replying to: romboggie (Feb 07, 2009 4:55 pm) I also have a benz which I bought brand new and now gave it to my wife, only 3 years old and drives beautifully, not a single problem so far, now I miss it. I never thought about buying a second hand car but given the economy, I thought I should keep the cash in hand just in case. Now that I think about it, should have just bought a new one and avoid the headache, eh....... I thought about the maintenance plan also, but they are quite expensive. I think you can negotiate down the price? |
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Replying to: pat (Feb 07, 2009 3:09 pm) |
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Replying to: jeremy_nyc (Feb 07, 2009 7:47 am) I only have 2 suggestions, and neither can help you now, but hopefully in the future. 1. NEVER buy a car you aren't happy with after a test drive. I don't care what anyone tells you, you will NEVER be happy with it. 2. NEVER send someone else to pick up your car. Only you know what you want. Plus, a car deal is not a car deal until you take delivery. You could have walked away with no financial penalty at any time UP UNTIL you took delivery, which you allowed someone else to do for you. |
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I'm in the process of purchasing a new vehicle (current one totaled). I'm torn between a 07 CPO 335i coupe (totally loaded) auto  ...and an 06 IS350. Both one owners (purchased around the same time so they are the same age). the 335i has 48k ish miles so the additional 2year 50kmi would kick in shortly. My main concern is the reliability and maintenance of the 335. We're expecting our 4th child in about a month or so...so this would be Dad's car (mini-van as 2nd vehicle). I'd hate to burden the family with huge costs for "my" indulgence. I can't help think what the car has gone through the past 50k miles...especially with two turbos spinning...plus the car has all the options which are nice on a new car...but maybe a problem with a used one, What are the 'regular' maintenance costs? What are the upcoming maintenance items/costs? (is there a 60k service?) It sure looks good and drives great 
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Replying to: ivan_99 (Feb 08, 2009 6:38 pm) The 335i is a sweet machine, but I don't trust that TT motor yet - too many potential issues, known and unknown. If you were buying new and keeping it for 3-4 years, I'd say go for the Bimmer. But a used first year 335i - no way. Get the Lexus (or an Infiniti G35). |
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