Backed off my M3 plans and putting the budget into less miles on a ZHP. Emailing back and forth with the owner of this fine specimen right now:
http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-s...ngId=397908091
I think the price is pretty fair, but it's over dealer retail... I went after $500 just to defray my $1100 shipping bill to get the car from Louisiana to Utah. Pending PPI, and assuming he still has it, I think I'm going to grab it. It's not my favorite color combo, but it will no doubt serve us well for at least a few years until I can realize my M3 dreams.
Thoughts?
Thanks!
SC
His - 2004 Imola Red / Alcantara 330i | 6MT | ZHP |
Her's - 2005 Black Sapphire Metallic / Black Leather 330i | 6MT | ZHP |
Is this a good deal? got him down to $10,300 http://www.schneckmotorcompany.com/2...-75093/5502381
Here is the carfax http://www.carfax.com/viewEmailRepor...h0&language=EN
The price looks good, but if they can go down to $10,000 even better. If this is your perfect combo (silver grey, alcantara, auto) then I say go for it even at $10,300.
http://jonesford.com/details/2004-BM.../5759971?cid=0
I can currently get this for 8k... thoughts? It was just checked out by a reputable Euro shop there in Charleston. They flushed all fluids, replaced radiator hoses, and put 2 new tires on rear. They said car is very clean and maintained. I talked to shop directly and not dealership. Has cold weather package also.
I tend to agree with Vas. But I'm sure the dealer has at least $800-1000 of profit built in. PPI is a must. Then negotiate based on findings and non-stock wheels.
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The car seems to be in very good shape. I believe the wheels are OEM style 119 which comes in 17". You will save on tires on the long term (original OEM style 135 are 18").
Three months ago, I saw a similar one locally and the asking price was $9,000. So I think the price is ok for a dealer assuming you won't have to put extra money on svc and repairs right away.