someone told me that the engine has been modded and that there are probably 125,000 hard miles on it, do you think this would be a good buy for $3000? It appears to have damage on the front. I talked him down to $3000
http://www.premierautoauctions.com/detail.aspx?iid=1148638&anchor=/1992/BMW/3-Series/325i/Sedan/
2006-11-13 12:22:06 · 8 answers · asked by kakk333 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Car Makes ➔ BMW
i strongly urge you don't walk away RUN and don't look back !
2006-11-13 16:28:09 · answer #1 · answered by hobbabob 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The only thing I can see modified in the engine is the cold air intake, which is a BAD idea for any BMW engine. BMW's intakes have been engineered to use the factory box to get the most air rammed into the intake and should never be messed with. Besides the CAI on that car is like a cheapo, Ebay crap.
The front-end damage is also extensive and is an off-set collision, which more than likely has tweaked the frame.
Last argument...it's an automatic. You NEVER get a auto BMW, unless you're getting a 7-series for comfort on long range drives. Automatics on a 325 makes them total slushboxes and takes away the essence of a BMW.
You'll have to be willing to shell out more money for a decent BMW, and I would stay away from that body style, the E36, unless it's an M3. E36s made between 1992-1998 are heavy and underpowered cars by comparison. They're comfortable, but not sporty at all. Get an older E30 (the bodystyle before) or an E46 (1999-2005) if you can afford it.
Walk away from this deal. Let some other poor sucker pick it up. That car is best used as a parts car and no more.
2006-11-14 13:27:37 · answer #2 · answered by Ian Y 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have an E39 model. Probably the best car I have ever been in or driven. I agree with the above poster, 3K is too much for this car. There is a BIG risk here, and remember that Bimmers are a beehotch to repair cost wise.
The body damage alone is gonna cost you at least an additional 3K.
2006-11-15 20:38:28 · answer #3 · answered by aloha_joe2004 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do not buy a modified BMW for 3000 dollars....Do not buy any modified car for that....its no longer original...stay away.
2006-11-14 10:35:03 · answer #4 · answered by vdubya2004 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have it checked out by a trusted, qualified mechanic. If the seller won't go for it, don't go for it either.
2006-11-13 20:30:49 · answer #5 · answered by Boomer Wisdom 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
this is not a good run as far away as you can never buy a car with mods and damage,why do you think you where able to talk him or her DOWN to 3000 for a car with UPgrades and body damage?THINK!!! (duh)
2006-11-14 04:13:44 · answer #6 · answered by joseph s 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sounds like one to walk away from,unless your getting warranty.good luck
2006-11-13 20:24:32 · answer #7 · answered by doug b 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I won't buy it if it was me(a Monkey Men)
2006-11-13 21:54:25 · answer #8 · answered by Monkey Boy 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋