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05-16-2016, 11:58 AM | #1 |
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2011 E92 335i to 2008 E90 M3 Feedback Please
As the title states, I currently have a 2011 335i coupe. I found a 2008 m3 sedan and am seriously considering it. Hoping to gather your feedback and thoughts of what you would do!
1. Current 2011 335i has 50k miles on it. The 2008 m3 has 48k. While this is less I am still going down a few years. 2. Everything included (warranty, tax title tags) this will be around 35k - is that too much for an older model? I went to test drive the m3 and well M3!!!! - I am just struggling really hard with the decision of what to do here. This seems like a great deal and these have been extremely difficult to find. Also - this fits in the price range I am looking for. Thoughts? -Jon |
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Even with titles tags and Carmax warranty included? -Jon |
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05-16-2016, 01:17 PM | #5 |
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Eh, IMO, i would find a nice 09 for 35k, that way you wont be missing much. Personally, I can't stand the CCC, way too dated, and I'm a techie
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At the same time I want to make a good decision. If the iDrive is the only drawback - I think I can live with that. -Jon |
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The CCC is outdated. THe CIC is virtually outdated. ot me waze and googlemaps blows away in-car navigation anyways. |
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05-16-2016, 01:36 PM | #8 | |
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If that's what you are comfortable with, then it is ultimately your decision. You will also be losing your LCI tails. M3 headlights are the same throughout all model years, so just pop in an LED turn signal if you want. Did you expand your search parameters? I personally flew out of state and drove mine back |
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05-16-2016, 01:51 PM | #9 |
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it's up to you
I have a pretty well maintained 08 M3 with 40k miles that I considered selling recently and it was getting some looks at the $32-33k price point. so I think your is good deal if that warranty is legit.
but yea the CCC blows man, I wish I could Bluetooth stream Pandora. there are retro kits you can install though. cost about $5k to get the latest in there...and who knows if it will all work right. I think if you just wanted to upgrade to a CIC it's like $2-3k. If you are used to using google maps on the phone maybe no big deal, it can be a bit of a joykill if ya driving a stick though. I try to memorize the route as much as possible. I am betting everyone here is gonna choose the M3, I mean we kinda already have hehe |
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Really appreciate all the feedback. Its a tough decision and it feels a little rushed since 1. there aren't many options and 2. This meets almost all of what I would be looking for. The iDrive is a slight concern, but the year/miles/price is the key concerns. -Jon |
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And then my clumsy ass seems to always accidentally unplug the audio cable so then I need to remove phone from pocket, unlock my phone, plug it back in and turn up the volume on my phone, press play on Pandora, carefully reinsert phone into pocket...blah blah blah I know what a rough life I have a friend whose phone auto links up and starts streaming Pandora automatically everytime they get in their car ...I'm just jealous heh But don't get me wrong, love my M3 |
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05-16-2016, 03:46 PM | #13 |
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The value of title and tags varies from state to state so I don't know what that is worth. Also don't know what a Carmax warranty is or what it is worth.
The BMW dealer market may be limited due to the airbag. Not sure they can sell a recall car that has not been fixed. I was guessing the 08s were at 30k or maybe even less now. |
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05-16-2016, 04:18 PM | #14 | |
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I've been hunting for one for a while, and have seen a few. Dont worry I wont be stealing this one from you. I may have already checked it out. 35K w/ everything warranty included sounds like a goo deal, but you may be able to get one from a credit union for cheaper. Not sure how people got Carmax, but I didnt see anything in your post about carmax. CArmax warranty is fair, but you'll have to go to a carmax facility. I think I've checked out pretty much all their M3s and they all looked fairly beat (Only talking about the DMV area), and I wouldn't pay 35K for any of those.
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05-16-2016, 05:08 PM | #15 | |
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I have history with Navy Federal Credit Union and USAA - but didn't think that I could get a warranty from them. Anyways, glad its not just me having a tough time finding something in this area. I'm not in any rush - this just seems like pretty much exactly what I was looking for - granted I havent been looking for THAT long. PM if you checked out this car and want to chat more about it. Edit. Also - I dont think you have to go directly to Carmax facility to use their warranty. I specifically asked that question and they said you can take it to any BMW dealer. -Jon Last edited by griz31; 05-16-2016 at 05:16 PM.. |
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Be sure to check out all buttons etc. Especially bolsters, seat heaters. I almost pulled the trigger on one at the Gaithersburg location. Only to realize later some electrics werent quite working. RE warranty- Make sure they give it to you in writing. A friend of mine bought a G37 from Car-max w/ their warranty, and they made him come out to their location. I know because I was with him when we went to the Dealer. Wasnt anything major, but they wasted a whole lot of time over nothing. Besides that I havent heard anyone having any issues with their warranty. GL! If only I could find a decent E90 M ..lol
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05-16-2016, 09:13 PM | #17 | |
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Did your friend have the warranty from carmax a few years ago? My parents had the same situation with having to take it there but I have seen many posts more recently on people going straight to the dealer with the warranty. I think they may have changed their policy. Appreciate it, its still a really tough decision. I'll let you know if it doesnt work out if you'd be interested. -Jon |
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Anyway, GL!
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05-19-2016, 04:00 PM | #20 |
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So because the car moved from MD to VA - it has to pass VA emissions. Apparently they have had some issues collecting enough data to pass tests. Im actually really unfamiliar with this - if anyone has experience with this please enlighten me.
Anyways I was getting antsy so decided to try out some other vehicles in the same price range - just to see. 2016 Mustang GT (MT) - This was just not the car for me. Big, clunky, didn't really blow me away with the power. Beautiful looking newer body style and sounded amazing - but it just did not feel like a great car to drive. 2013 Audi S4 (MT) - I was really impressed with this car. I could get a much newer model for about the same price. Interior was beautiful and refined - and honestly that kinda turned me away a bit (which confirms for me CCC wont be an issue). It had decent power with the supercharger and was pretty fun to drive, but I felt it was more of a luxury car than a sports car. While I entertained the idea, it just didn't feel special to me. Feeling even more confident now that this specific m3 is the one for me. Really excited (barring any issues with the car) to become part of the M family. -Jon |
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Appreciate the feedback! -Jon |
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