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09-28-2015, 09:03 PM | #1 |
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Need some advice for this M3 that's from the states!
Hey, guys! I'm trying to get into an E92 M3, but found this "deal" on an E90. It's from the states, so I wanted to get some opinions. Would you consider this a good deal or does it seem sketchy? I've been keeping an eye on this one for months now and they've lowered their price to the point where I can't ignore it even if it's an E90.
Here's the link: http://www.velocitycars.ca/certified...aa699893a9.htm I originally saw their ad on Auto Trader and have been keeping watch of it ever since. Apparently it has no accident records and it comes with a 1 year powertrain warranty? I'm from Alberta, so I'd have to make arrangements to go pick it up or get it shipped. What do you all think? It's pretty low mileage. Any advice and words of wisdom would be greatly appreciated! Thanks |
09-29-2015, 01:27 PM | #2 |
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Make sure that they provide you with a US history, not just ICBC provincial history. Look for flood, accident, insurance claim, write-off, mileage roll-back, lemon law etc.
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09-29-2015, 02:25 PM | #3 |
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That makes it about $40k Canadian. Not really such a great deal. You can find plenty of local 2008 cars for less than that. And factor in all the extra taxes and duties you have to pay, in addition to any modifications to make it street legal for Canada.
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09-29-2015, 08:06 PM | #5 |
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oh ok my bad. I read the part of the OP about it being from the states and I thought he was importing. Yes, that would be a pretty good deal. But OP make sure you plan to keep the car a long time. If you sell it too soon you will have to sell for a lower price being its a US car, so financially you break even anyway.
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The biggest one would be some of the standard equipment. Heated seats in most cases are an option in the US, part of their cold weather package. Run the VIN on bmwvin.com to see option content compared to a Cdn car.
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10-01-2015, 01:57 PM | #8 |
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I would pass - saw this car months ago too. Looks poorly modified, been siting on the lot for a long time. There must be some stories.
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10-02-2015, 02:20 AM | #9 |
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I had checked this car out a month ago.looks like not in good condition....bumper got scratched,side reflector missing.lowered with h&r spring.
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It's a 2008... One of the worst years for bearing failures... Have the oil thoroughly tested by blackstone...
Wheels look damaged. Looks like an e92 muffler instead of an e90 muffler, what's the story there? 30k$ is what 2008 M3s are worth around now... You're just entering the season where M3 prices drop to their lowest, winter, take your time, no rush... I rushed my purchase and a better one came along a month later... Slight regrets...
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Have seen it in person as well, it's in rough shape for its age. Very shady dealership as well, just google them. I'd rather pay a little more for a few years newer and better condition.
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Clean 08 m3 was tad over 40k last year. |
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PS. I'm not sure I understand, but BMW.ca has a couple 08 for sale and they're asking in the upper 40s.... So maybe I'm way off...
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I'm from Toronto and selling my AW e92 m3 full loaded for $37k with LOTS of M Perf parts and HRE wheels. Pm if interested
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