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  1. #161
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    Quote Originally Posted by JupiterBMW View Post
    See it? Heck, you've already ridden in it...

    So, the winner is the car in WA. I spent all day yesterday trying to negotiate the car in Maryland but I didn't have good vibes from the dealer at all. We spoke on the phone quite a bit in the morning and I mentioned wanting the car for $2-3K less than asking due to the mechanical imperfections and the fact that it was a sight unseen purchase. They said the only wiggle room was $500. So, I left it alone, and then texted him later and explained market value for a less than prime car, with fewer options than others (the only thing it didn't have was sunroof and premium sound). I told him what my final offer was. This was done via text message. No reply right away.

    By this time it was later in the day, and I figured it can't hurt to make the same offer on the WA car, even though he'll probably say no way (I knew his loan payoff was pretty close to his asking price). I sent him an email (private seller) and explained how I arrived at my offer. Within 30 minutes, he had replied with a really nice email back, accepting!

    We discussed a few details on the phone and he said to me that his break even bottom line was $500 more than what I offered, but when he got my offer, he thought to himself how I would incur extra expense transporting the car to FL, and decided to accept the offer as is so help me out a bit. Who actually does that?!?!?! This guy is such a nice guy, I actually wish he still had a BMW so I could invite him to the Mafia! This of course is also after we (Jeff, Steve, and I) met him the other day, and we all agreed he seemed like a very forthcoming, honest person. So, I feel very good with this car, even if it is out of warranty.

    Anyway, the car... Its a 2011 M3 sedan, Lemans Blue over Black Novilio Leather with carbon leather trim. The car has Premium 2, Convenience, Competition, and Cold Weather packages. Some standalone options include the sunroof, premium sound, phone snap in adapter, and satellite radio. The car has 43k miles, but I swear, it is showroom fresh. We couldn't find a single mark on it, not one curb mark on the wheels... Completely bone stock for now, and he even included the BMW roof rack with bicycle adapter for free!

    I'm super excited to get her to Florida, where I will post more pics! Here's the one pic I snapped when we looked at the car.
    Agreed Jon, Olen is the exact sort of seller we all look for when buying privately. He was a stand-up, honest guy, and it doesn't surprise me to hear he went below his bottom line to help you out a bit.

    BTW, I read the next day that the rainfall that day of the test drive was the 2nd wettest day on record in March since they've been keeping rain records up here in Seattle, 100+ years or so. Which is strange because I believe we've also set a record for the overall driest winter on record. Bad timing, but you'll have plenty of opportunity to let it rip once you take possession.

    Congratulations again, I think you made the right choice between the two.

    Jeff
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  2. #162
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    Quote Originally Posted by jiggz View Post
    Agreed Jon, Olen is the exact sort of seller we all look for when buying privately. He was a stand-up, honest guy, and it doesn't surprise me to hear he went below his bottom line to help you out a bit.

    BTW, I read the next day that the rainfall that day of the test drive was the 2nd wettest day on record in March since they've been keeping rain records up here in Seattle, 100+ years or so. Which is strange because I believe we've also set a record for the overall driest winter on record. Bad timing, but you'll have plenty of opportunity to let it rip once you take possession.

    Congratulations again, I think you made the right choice between the two.
    Thanks again Jeff. I agree, such a super nice guy. I actually just spoke to him again... After a GRUELING 5-6 hours on the phone with banks today, I was unable to get the funds wired. According to them, I didn't answer a security question right, and they were unwilling to wire the funds after that. I fought so much and tried so hard to make it happen (even raced to the closest office to provide physical ID only to get there 15 minutes before closing time and find the doors locked... Friday afternoon) that they finally submitted my wire for immediate transfer Monday morning... And the guy I spoke to last felt so bad about how horrible the customer service experience was, he threw $50 into my account for me. And that was just with my bank. Then I had to deal with the other bank for the loan... They screwed up too... So, no money was moved.. Anyway, called Olen to update him and he was completely understanding, said not to worry at all.

    As for the rain, its funny you mention that. They always say that its good luck to get rain on your wedding day. And well, I'm basically married to this car (I had to sell my soul to my wife for her to let me buy it) so, hopefully the extremely rainy test drive will mean good luck during ownership!
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  3. #163
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    Gorgeous car, congrats on finding something you're happy with.
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    Thanks dude, pretty damn excited. I was at the dealer today, and they had a sign in the showroom that showed an E90 M3 sedan in Lemans Blue. Made me smile.
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  6. #166
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    Ahh, sorry buddy. Won't make into Ohio this year, I'll be on the ship. Sucks too, really wanted to make it...


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    2013 F25 Alpine White/Chestnut X3 35i- Family Hauler
    2006 R53 British Racing Green/Panther Black Mini Cooper S FOR SALE! DM for details!
    Past: 2010 X5M, 2014 328d, 2003 330i ZHP, 2004 330i ZHP, 2012 X3 35i
    WTB!! 2009-2012 E91 328i Touring Contact me with info!

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    At least it'll save you the time and effort of cleaning off all the drool on the M for an entire weekend


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    If I wore panties, I'd be dropping them right now.

  8. #168
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    Hah, the drool had no effect... Would deal with all of it to see the family. But, duty calls, will be on the ship...


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    2011 E90 Lemans Blue/Bamboo Beige M3- Harrop Supercharged IG: lmb_zcp
    2013 F25 Alpine White/Chestnut X3 35i- Family Hauler
    2006 R53 British Racing Green/Panther Black Mini Cooper S FOR SALE! DM for details!
    Past: 2010 X5M, 2014 328d, 2003 330i ZHP, 2004 330i ZHP, 2012 X3 35i
    WTB!! 2009-2012 E91 328i Touring Contact me with info!

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