Is this too good to be true?

vitger · 05-11-2012, 04:16 PM

Hi,
I am new here. Recently started hunting for an M3.
Found this ad locally:

HTML Code:

http://classifieds.castanet.net/showproduct.php/product/1033943/cat/30

Phoenix Gold with black interior, SMG automanual (padel shifting), 89,000 kms, AM/FM Stereo, Air Conditioning, Alloy Wheels, Anti-Theft, CD Player, Cassette Player, Driver Side Airbag, Dual Airbag, Fog Lights, Intermittent Wipers, Keyless Entry, Navigation System, Power Mirrors, Power Seat, Power Steering, Power Windows, Rear Defroster, Side Impact Airbag, Heated Seats, Leather Interior, Power Locks, Traction Control, Cruise Control, Heated Mirrors, Telescoping Steering Wheel, Stability Control, Premium and/or Oversized Wheels

Remember, this is in Canada, so prices should be quite a bit higher than in the US.

I smell something fishy.
Accident? Salvage title?
Please chime in.
Thanks!

schnell325 · 05-11-2012, 04:29 PM

Try to get the VIN and run a carfax or equivalent. And demand receipts for all work done.

socalm3lover · 05-11-2012, 04:56 PM

The price does not sound way out of line. Cassette deck?? That would be "strange". Premium/oversized wheels? It looks like standard 19s. It does not sound that they know much about M3s and are making the ad as long/attractive as possible. I think you would do the normal due diligence when buying a used car and enjoy. I still miss mine.

John

frenchM3dreamer · 05-11-2012, 10:00 PM

what do you mean, looks like shit? i think it "looks" pretty good...
as far as price, i dont think it's too far from the few i checked locally lately...

05-11-2012, 04:16 PM	#1
vitger New Member 1 Rep 8 Posts Drives: 2014 Accord Coupe V6 6MT Join Date: May 2012 Location: Kelowna, BC, Canada iTrader: (0)	Is this too good to be true? Hi, I am new here. Recently started hunting for an M3. Found this ad locally: HTML Code: http://classifieds.castanet.net/showproduct.php/product/1033943/cat/30 Phoenix Gold with black interior, SMG automanual (padel shifting), 89,000 kms, AM/FM Stereo, Air Conditioning, Alloy Wheels, Anti-Theft, CD Player, Cassette Player, Driver Side Airbag, Dual Airbag, Fog Lights, Intermittent Wipers, Keyless Entry, Navigation System, Power Mirrors, Power Seat, Power Steering, Power Windows, Rear Defroster, Side Impact Airbag, Heated Seats, Leather Interior, Power Locks, Traction Control, Cruise Control, Heated Mirrors, Telescoping Steering Wheel, Stability Control, Premium and/or Oversized Wheels Remember, this is in Canada, so prices should be quite a bit higher than in the US. I smell something fishy. Accident? Salvage title? Please chime in. Thanks!
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05-11-2012, 04:29 PM	#2
schnell325 Bored at work.... 890 Rep 5,390 Posts Drives: 2016 F82 M4 GTS//2022 M235iGC Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Comox Valley iTrader: (8)	Try to get the VIN and run a carfax or equivalent. And demand receipts for all work done. __________________ Grey Matter:2008 E92 M3:608/425. SG/PS SOLD! Dark Matter:2015 F80 M3:495/505. SOLD! Anti Matter :2016 F82 M4 GTS What next?!? A 2022 M235i GC- I must be getting old
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05-11-2012, 04:56 PM	#3
socalm3lover Second Lieutenant 19 Rep 226 Posts Drives: E92 M3 Join Date: May 2008 Location: South Carolina iTrader: (0)	The price does not sound way out of line. Cassette deck?? That would be "strange". Premium/oversized wheels? It looks like standard 19s. It does not sound that they know much about M3s and are making the ad as long/attractive as possible. I think you would do the normal due diligence when buying a used car and enjoy. I still miss mine. John Last edited by socalm3lover; 05-11-2012 at 07:06 PM.. Reason: clarification
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05-11-2012, 10:00 PM	#4
frenchM3dreamer Captain 8 Rep 784 Posts Drives: 08 Mitsu Eclipse Spyder GTP Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Edmonton, AB iTrader: (0)	what do you mean, looks like shit? i think it "looks" pretty good... as far as price, i dont think it's too far from the few i checked locally lately...
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