First Time BMW?
06-26-2012, 07:25 PM
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Have an opportunity to purchase our first BMW. Private dealer is selling an 08 550i Sports Package with 74k miles for $26k. Very clean, runs great, non-smoker, clean interior and 1owner.
AutoCheck and VinInspector are both clean. Reduced from $33k, but has been sitting in his warehouse sine he purchased from auction in GA last year.
Looks like a good deal and the car looks great. Should I purchase? Should I purchase an extended warranty?
AutoCheck and VinInspector are both clean. Reduced from $33k, but has been sitting in his warehouse sine he purchased from auction in GA last year.
Looks like a good deal and the car looks great. Should I purchase? Should I purchase an extended warranty?
06-26-2012, 07:30 PM
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My Ride: 04' 545i, Sport Package, Black, Active Xenon, ARS, Aux Input
'10 Tahoe, Black on Black, leather, Nav/XM, 20" tires, full body kit, power 2nd row, loaded
'93 Jeep Wrangler, lifted 4.5", 33" meats, Rampage Recovery Bumper w/Tire Swing, etc
25' Aquasport Osprey, Center Console,2012 200 HO Etec
7k is a big drop... why has it sat so long? Undesirable color combo? Hidden damage? Mechanically unsound?
Buying a BMW is like any other car - use due diligence and get it checked out by a reputable shop/dealer that knows BMW's...
Buying a BMW is like any other car - use due diligence and get it checked out by a reputable shop/dealer that knows BMW's...
06-26-2012, 07:46 PM
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Its white with tan interior. He confirmed what I discovered via research before I looked at vehicle. He is losing money sitting. In garage. Talked to a BMW specialty shop and will do an inspection for 95 dollars.
06-26-2012, 08:30 PM
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My Ride: 07 530i Mystic Blue
To me, sitting in the lot undriven for 6+ months is a long time. Check KBB, cars.com, autotrader.com to see what comparable cars are selling for in your area. I would also advise you to get a second opinion from a BMW shop to see if the car has any issues. Further, dont trust soley on those Autocheck/Carfax reports as they can exclude accident reports.
06-26-2012, 10:50 PM
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My Ride: 2008 AW N52 with sports package & premium package; natural brown interior
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To me, sitting in the lot undriven for 6+ months is a long time. Check KBB, cars.com, autotrader.com to see what comparable cars are selling for in your area. I would also advise you to get a second opinion from a BMW shop to see if the car has any issues. Further, dont trust soley on those Autocheck/Carfax reports as they can exclude accident reports.
