Buying a m3

[gatorfast]

Originally Posted by robb7979

Sorry to jack, but is it "an" and not "a" M3? M3 is a proper noun, and not an acronym. Or is it? I was of the impression that it was "a" M3.

I believe it actually should be "an" M3 which is what I would say. In general, "an" is used instead of "a" when preceding a word that begins with a vowel sound (not necessarily a vowel). As M3 is pronounces "em three" it starts with a vowel sound (the sound of a soft E) thus requiring the use of "an".

[NHman]

OP, there are enough used M3's for sale. It's more important to have known history vs. going for the first one and paying (literally) for the mistake. Whether purchasing private or from a dealer consider bringing it to an Indy shop for peace-of-mind.

[tibra1]

Originally Posted by Sean05

Just an FYI the dealer will not release any information regarding maintenance prior to the new ownership... Even if u call BMW NA.. They just wont release it....

Unless u know the SA

I had a complete service history from BMW in my hands prior to buying my car, I didnt know the SA since I bought my car from Minnesota. I just asked for it and he gave it to me

[Nine]

Originally Posted by robb7979

Sorry to jack, but is it "an" and not "a" M3? M3 is a proper noun, and not an acronym. Or is it? I was of the impression that it was "a" M3.

It's "An" M3.

[Yvette]

I did get full service history when I bought mine, but I knew the sa I don't know if it matters

[robb7979]

Originally Posted by Nine

It's "An" M3.

But why? The earlier post mentioned that it started with a vowel sound. Thats only if it's an acronym.

I'm sticking with "a" M3 until someone can bring irrefutable evidence.

[mazing]

Not to fan the fire on a thread that has already spun out of control. Think of it this when when you say it out loud what do you say. I drive a M3 or an M3? I usually say an M3 but I think a M3 is gramatically correct. It doesn't matter just get one but NOT that One!!!

[tibra1]

[jc05e46m3]

Originally Posted by CBS

Am I the only one who thinks two oil changes in 30,000 miles is a bit extreme?

Originally Posted by iMakeBrakes

I agree^^^^^^

Originally Posted by Stealth ///M

Extreme isn't the proper word..

2 changes in 30k miles is neglect.

Originally Posted by FLOSS M

I never tracked my car - 2011 M3 - 22 months old - 28,000 miles and just did 2nd service. what is the big deal?

I change mine usually every 5k so I pay for 2 then the dealer will pay for 1 etc. Perhaps I am a little overboard.

[mazing]

Same here every 5K I do it and and the dealer does one
Have 12K miles, I have paid for 2 Oil changes and the dealer has done the mandatory checkup at 1,200 miles. The new maintenance schedule minimizes costs for BMW not beneficial to the car, IMHO,

[gatorfast]

Originally Posted by robb7979

But why? The earlier post mentioned that it started with a vowel sound. Thats only if it's an acronym.

I'm sticking with "a" M3 until someone can bring irrefutable evidence.

I did bring irrefutable evidence in my post above. The word M3 starts with a vowel sound and thus requires "an". Not sure what being an acronym or not has anything to do with this.

[amirz1000]

Originally Posted by robb7979

But why? The earlier post mentioned that it started with a vowel sound. Thats only if it's an acronym.

I'm sticking with "a" M3 until someone can bring irrefutable evidence.

It's "an". M3 does start with a vowel because it's spelled out "Em Three"

[DivideBYZero]

Originally Posted by gatorfast

I did bring irrefutable evidence in my post above. The word M3 starts with a vowel sound and thus requires "an". Not sure what being an acronym or not has anything to do with this.

This. If you say,"A M3", it sounds like you need to do a few more years of school.

[tibra1]

Originally Posted by gatorfast

I did bring irrefutable evidence in my post above. The word M3 starts with a vowel sound and thus requires "an". Not sure what being an acronym or not has anything to do with this.

Originally Posted by amirz1000

It's "an". M3 does start with a vowel because it's spelled out "Em Three"

Originally Posted by DivideBYZero

This. If you say,"A M3", it sounds like you need to do a few more years of school.

No one cares if its "a" M3 or "an" M3...and for the record it is "an M3"..can you goofs get back on topic now

[Odog]

Originally Posted by iMakeBrakes

I am in the process of Buying a m3 and I have not gotten the entire service history on the vehicle. It is a 2011 with 30k miles I was told by a service advisor that the car has has two oil changes and looks to be up to date.

With how much money I am spending on this car I would like all the information possible but the dealer will not release the information because it is not in my name.

What do you guys think ? Is it necessary ?

I had a inspection done at a BMW dealership and they said "there were no red flags"

Am I being paranoid ?

Anything else I should be getting with the car ?.

Thanks In advanced

Not being paranoid at all. Anyone looking at a used car of any type should call their insurance agent and get a claim history on the VIN. I almost bought an M3 recently only to find out that therre was a claim filed 10 months ago and the insurance company PAID $16k. When I asked the seller about it he reluctantly admitted there was an accident. I asked about frame damage and he said no. He gave me the service invoice and I spoke with the mechanic who said he replaced a front frame rail.

Bottom line: there is no such thing as being paranoid when buying used!

[bnombe]

Anyone else noticed OP has moved on from this M3
http://www.m3post.com/forums/showpos...8&postcount=15

[iMakeBrakes]

Still looking for one ..