Congrats! I had a similar issue with the M240, but my mouth slipped at the BMW store, "Well, the asking price is actually my out the door limit. Last summer I walked away from a beautiful Boxster for just this reason. I'm really fiscally disciplined.... So, at this point, I'm really going to have to think about it and... take it. Here's my credit card."
And, loving it!
'21 Dark Blue/Black Audi A7 PHEV (mine); '22 White/Beige BMW X3 (hers); '20 Estoril Blue/Oyster BMW M240xi 'Vert (Ours, read: hers in 'vert weather; mine during Nor'easters...)
definitely has some neglect (or just it's an old BMW) needs. But I love this car, including the colors. If it was cheap, and not 3,000 miles away, would be a cool toy. this at least is simple enough to not absolutely destroy you financially!
Pretty excited about the new ride. 15 minutes after the auction, I get a phone call. It's from the guy that handles the auctions for that dealer. "Congrats! You'll love it. You got a great buy, etc, etc.."
"Our sales manager is wrapping things up for the day. He'll call you on Monday with the details"
Pretty excited about the new ride. 15 minutes after the auction, I get a phone call. It's from the guy that handles the auctions for that dealer. "Congrats! You'll love it. You got a great buy, etc, etc.."
"Our sales manager is wrapping things up for the day. He'll call you on Monday with the details"
Three days of waiting..
Anticipation.... these are the good old days!
'21 Dark Blue/Black Audi A7 PHEV (mine); '22 White/Beige BMW X3 (hers); '20 Estoril Blue/Oyster BMW M240xi 'Vert (Ours, read: hers in 'vert weather; mine during Nor'easters...)
'21 Dark Blue/Black Audi A7 PHEV (mine); '22 White/Beige BMW X3 (hers); '20 Estoril Blue/Oyster BMW M240xi 'Vert (Ours, read: hers in 'vert weather; mine during Nor'easters...)
Just remember nobody ever got rid of a car because it was running too good.
Out of all my dozens of trade-ins, only one was a potential disaster. If I’ve learned anything by now, it is that my cars must have been the very rare exceptions!
I’ve been lucky too but none of my used car purchases have been without problems however trivial. Fortunately, none of the problems were catastrophic.
2019 Kia Soul+, 2015 Mustang GT, 2013 Ford F-150, 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible
Standard engine only had 140hp. Every time I look at a mid 70s car I cry over those emissions choked boat anchors.🥲 my Mark VIII had exactly twice that hp.
2019 Kia Soul+, 2015 Mustang GT, 2013 Ford F-150, 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible
killing time on cars and bids. watching the blue over blue Z3. if it stays this cheap I might be having a finger slip too!
saw this. IMO the best Mercedes. sweet spot of old and new schools and great design. Fantastic colors. Eye popping recent $17k in repairs done, but hopefully that means the next owner won't get hammered too bad. Never been in one, but I assume they are very staid cruisers that feel like driving a bank vault.
killing time on cars and bids. watching the blue over blue Z3. if it stays this cheap I might be having a finger slip too!
saw this. IMO the best Mercedes. sweet spot of old and new schools and great design. Fantastic colors. Eye popping recent $17k in repairs done, but hopefully that means the next owner won't get hammered too bad. Never been in one, but I assume they are very staid cruisers that feel like driving a bank vault.
———————————————— That’s a nice Benz but at 90K miles I wouldn’t bet on it being any where close to an affordable car to maintain for the average owner for the rest of its life. But if you want it let your finger slip.
That car will make your gas powered lawnmower problems seem like a walk in the park.
jmonroe
'15 Genesis Ultimate just like jmonroe's. '18 Legacy Limited with 3.6R (Mrs. j's)
killing time on cars and bids. watching the blue over blue Z3. if it stays this cheap I might be having a finger slip too!
saw this. IMO the best Mercedes. sweet spot of old and new schools and great design. Fantastic colors. Eye popping recent $17k in repairs done, but hopefully that means the next owner won't get hammered too bad. Never been in one, but I assume they are very staid cruisers that feel like driving a bank vault.
If I hadn’t already sworn off old benzes, I’d consider buying that for the wife. I’ll have to make her stick with the incredibly reliable Fiat instead. BAHAHAAHA. First time that’s ever been said, I bet.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '98 Alfa 156 2.0TS; '08 Maser QP; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '11 Mini Cooper S
@qbrozen said:
If I hadn’t already sworn off old benzes, I’d consider buying that for the wife. I’ll have to make her stick with the incredibly reliable Fiat instead. BAHAHAAHA. First time that’s ever been said, I bet.
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How long is your nose, again?
jmonroe
'15 Genesis Ultimate just like jmonroe's. '18 Legacy Limited with 3.6R (Mrs. j's)
killing time on cars and bids. watching the blue over blue Z3. if it stays this cheap I might be having a finger slip too!
saw this. IMO the best Mercedes. sweet spot of old and new schools and great design. Fantastic colors. Eye popping recent $17k in repairs done, but hopefully that means the next owner won't get hammered too bad. Never been in one, but I assume they are very staid cruisers that feel like driving a bank vault.
Lovely color on the C124. I didn't catch a mention of wiring harness, which is a job, but it was probably done a while back if the car has been on the road in recent years. Looks like other areas that kind of age out (gaskets and seals) have been done. Price is OK now, but these seldom bring big bucks even if absolutely pristine. Keep in mind that car was around 80K when new, in 1993 dollars - the 124 cabrio was a top of the line car, priced near a contemporary 500 SEL.
Was going to go pick up the Mini today but when I called, they said they were all booked so I’d have to wait till tomorrow. Oddly, they give you just 2 days to get it, so evidently, I should have called the day I won to book pickup. Now I guess they will charge me storage for a day. I would put up a fuss, but its only $5/day.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '98 Alfa 156 2.0TS; '08 Maser QP; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '11 Mini Cooper S
going to get it Thursday. assuming they confirm they were able to change the address on my private offer, and ever get me a cost sheet so I can get them a bank check.
I love this. I have seen a few (including in person not far from my house) of these kits on a prior gen Charger, but never knew they came on other cars. This is a great package.
heard a buying story tonight, talking to my BIL and SIL (late 60's couple). Have been talking to them for a few years since they were planning to replace their 2003 Odyssey (up to about 115K miles and getting a little tired, but well maintained. It was time).
had been focused on a Sienna hybrid (they have a Prius they love) to be able to carry bikes inside. But found out they just brought home a Santa Fe hybrid. Dealer had one as some sort of discount, but the Toyota dealer was talking about a 6 month wait and $10k markup on a Sienna. So they went with the much better deal, and decided they really at this point don't need the bigger interior and that the SF was a better sized vehicle for them at this point..
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I had a similar issue with the M240, but my mouth slipped at the BMW store, "Well, the asking price is actually my out the door limit. Last summer I walked away from a beautiful Boxster for just this reason. I'm really fiscally disciplined.... So, at this point, I'm really going to have to think about it and... take it. Here's my credit card."
And, loving it!
'21 Dark Blue/Black Audi A7 PHEV (mine); '22 White/Beige BMW X3 (hers); '20 Estoril Blue/Oyster BMW M240xi 'Vert (Ours, read: hers in 'vert weather; mine during Nor'easters...)
https://carsandbids.com/auctions/rwEV1JnM/2001-bmw-z3-25i-roadster
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
@kyfdx - obligatory "can't you buy a new Porsche for that?"
Congrats @kyfdx !
Here’s one for Tom!
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1674050486159173/permalink/3666507583580110/
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
"Our sales manager is wrapping things up for the day. He'll call you on Monday with the details"
Three days of waiting..
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AWESOME! You've been after a Cayman for quite some time! Congrats & ENJOY!
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2025 Camry SE AWD
'21 Dark Blue/Black Audi A7 PHEV (mine); '22 White/Beige BMW X3 (hers); '20 Estoril Blue/Oyster BMW M240xi 'Vert (Ours, read: hers in 'vert weather; mine during Nor'easters...)
Can’t see it, but assuming it’s a yacht!
2025 Ram 1500 Laramie 4x4 / 2023 Mercedes EQE 350 4Matic
'76 Mark IV 2 door. Yours for only $14,000
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
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Seems a little high but those were the days when they didn’t skimp on sheet metal and cars had real bumpers.
I’ll go back to those days even though it seemed like you’d always have something to work on every other weekend.
jmonroe
'18 Legacy Limited with 3.6R (Mrs. j's)
Nice one. I still prefer the V, but these are growing on me.
2025 Ram 1500 Laramie 4x4 / 2023 Mercedes EQE 350 4Matic
'21 Dark Blue/Black Audi A7 PHEV (mine); '22 White/Beige BMW X3 (hers); '20 Estoril Blue/Oyster BMW M240xi 'Vert (Ours, read: hers in 'vert weather; mine during Nor'easters...)
Out of all my dozens of trade-ins, only one was a potential disaster. If I’ve learned anything by now, it is that my cars must have been the very rare exceptions!
I’ve been lucky too but none of my used car purchases have been without problems however trivial. Fortunately, none of the problems were catastrophic.
2019 Kia Soul+, 2015 Mustang GT, 2013 Ford F-150, 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible
2019 Kia Soul+, 2015 Mustang GT, 2013 Ford F-150, 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible
2019 Kia Soul+, 2015 Mustang GT, 2013 Ford F-150, 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible
2019 Kia Soul+, 2015 Mustang GT, 2013 Ford F-150, 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible
saw this. IMO the best Mercedes. sweet spot of old and new schools and great design. Fantastic colors. Eye popping recent $17k in repairs done, but hopefully that means the next owner won't get hammered too bad. Never been in one, but I assume they are very staid cruisers that feel like driving a bank vault.
https://carsandbids.com/auctions/9Alegzaj/1993-mercedes-benz-300ce-cabriolet
and love this Miata. One of the CO crew should pick it up!
https://carsandbids.com/auctions/KPPJNVQK/2019-mazda-mx-5-miata-club
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
Mine: 1995 318ti Club Sport-2020 C43-1996 Speed Triple Challenge Cup Replica
Wife's: 2021 Sahara 4xe
Son's: 2018 330i xDrive
That’s a nice Benz but at 90K miles I wouldn’t bet on it being any where close to an affordable car to maintain for the average owner for the rest of its life. But if you want it let your finger slip.
That car will make your gas powered lawnmower problems seem like a walk in the park.
jmonroe
'18 Legacy Limited with 3.6R (Mrs. j's)
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
Before I forget, I want to wish all you mothers out there a Happy Mother’s Day.
jmonroe
'18 Legacy Limited with 3.6R (Mrs. j's)
I bet the Miata sells for more than original sticker.
2019 Kia Soul+, 2015 Mustang GT, 2013 Ford F-150, 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible
If I hadn’t already sworn off old benzes, I’d consider buying that for the wife. I’ll have to make her stick with the incredibly reliable Fiat instead. BAHAHAAHA. First time that’s ever been said, I bet.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '98 Alfa 156 2.0TS; '08 Maser QP; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '11 Mini Cooper S
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How long is your nose, again?
jmonroe
'18 Legacy Limited with 3.6R (Mrs. j's)
https://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/d/colville-1973-lincoln-continental-mkiv/7621283525.html
I bet you could pick it up for $7500 if you had cash in hand.
Was going to go pick up the Mini today but when I called, they said they were all booked so I’d have to wait till tomorrow. Oddly, they give you just 2 days to get it, so evidently, I should have called the day I won to book pickup. Now I guess they will charge me storage for a day. I would put up a fuss, but its only $5/day.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '98 Alfa 156 2.0TS; '08 Maser QP; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '11 Mini Cooper S
https://www.bing.com/shop?entryPoint=msn&FORM=msatfc&msnrid=11a565f6c05144fcb5c4e5b12dc47a4c&adunitId=378983&propertyId=316966&q=Bike+Trailers+&+Child+Seats&ocid=hpmsn&cvid=11a565f6c05144fcb5c4e5b12dc47a4c&ei=20&overlayId=136671665318
just a little out of my price range though!
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
2021 VW Arteon SEL 4-motion, 2018 VW Passat SE w/tech, 2016 Audi Q5 Premium Plus w/tech
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
Prelude 1 - Costco 0
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2025 Camry SE AWD
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
https://carsandbids.com/auctions/KPmGDlxo/2006-subaru-impreza-wrx-sti
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2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
BTW, what color is the new Hybrid Lariat you’ll have shortly?
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
I know none of you like the exterior color or the interior color. The brake calipers have some serious corrosion on them.
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2025 Camry SE AWD
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
had been focused on a Sienna hybrid (they have a Prius they love) to be able to carry bikes inside. But found out they just brought home a Santa Fe hybrid. Dealer had one as some sort of discount, but the Toyota dealer was talking about a 6 month wait and $10k markup on a Sienna. So they went with the much better deal, and decided they really at this point don't need the bigger interior and that the SF was a better sized vehicle for them at this point..
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
2025 Forester Limited, 2024 Subaru Legacy Sport
Who needs an SUV?
2025 Ram 1500 Laramie 4x4 / 2023 Mercedes EQE 350 4Matic
Good luck getting a lawn mower in there.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
2017 Cadillac ATS Performance Premium 3.6
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