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Anyone have any ideas, besides switching gas octane and brand. Already did that at BMW dealerships request. Still does it.
Thanks.
abfisch
My experience on these boards, in this price range, is that no one does their own work. They take it in & pay the man.
Well, actually, most of them lease & never even have to pay anyone -- it's all covered by the warranty.
My co-worker has a E36 M3 sedan. I can't remember if it was 98 or 99 though. I vaguely remember him saying it was 99. I'll double check with him.
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2022 Wrangler Sahara 4Xe, 2023 Toyota Tacoma SR 4WD
I have driven for 2.5 years with no problems. My lease expires in 6 months and I was planning to purchase, but CR gave me pause. Should I be concerned?
Thanks.
Warranty: If she is the original owner of the car, BMW offers the Original Owner Protection Plan.. This extended warranty mimics the CPO warranty that they put on pre-owned cars. Extends the warranty to 6yr/100K with many more exclusions and a $50 deductible. I think the price for a 3-series is somewhere around $2300.
Warning: Dealers may try to mark up these prices for extra profit. If eligible, you can buy them from any dealer.
Recommendation: The maintenance plan is usually a good deal, as it will definitely cover the 60K Inspection II, which is a pretty expensive service. The warranty is fairly pricy, if she is only driving 12K mi./yr, as it will only cover for two more years.
regards,
kyfdx
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I checked out WarrantyDirect.com. I can get a bumper-to-bumper warranty for 7 years (starting right now) for around $2,200 or major component coverage for about $1,500. Any experiences with Warranty Direct?
What area are you looking in? I have noticed since the '07 came out more '03 330xi prices in the 24k to 26k here in DC Metro, a few outside the area. Those are the STARTING prices so still negotiable. I am not sure of all the equipment you are seeking but seems each day more must be turning in as 3 year leases should be ending about now. I am in the market myself deciding what I want to do.
msfitnetz
The '05/'06 G35x prices are dropping here like the 3's are there and so I am in 2 minds. The handling is good (not quite BMW ) but they have alot more power( 280 hp) and Japanese reliability of course How about you? Have you decided?
Features: A/C: Front, A/C: Rear, Power Locks, Power Steering, Airbag: Driver, Airbag: Passenger, Anti-Lock Brakes, CD Player, Power Windows, Rear Window Defroster, Alloy Wheels, Sunroof/Moonroof
please advice asap
thanks in advance
I haven't had any problems, but recently had the water pump and serpetine belts replaced (as preventive maintenance). I was hoping that would be the only major maintenance until I get to 90K.
So, take what you want from this. In any event, it would be at 90K not 70K. I hope that helps.
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2022 Wrangler Sahara 4Xe, 2023 Toyota Tacoma SR 4WD
Barring any unforeseen events, I will wait until 90K (at which time I hope to be more proficient of a DIY-er).
Must be some sleepless, but amazing nights for you!
Best Regards,
Shipo
Cars will start to mean much less to you now...
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2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2022 Wrangler Sahara 4Xe, 2023 Toyota Tacoma SR 4WD
Your BMW dealer is supposed to employ "BMW Specialists" in the service department, so I'm not sure your dealer giving you the service you need. Any competent mechanic can check your driveline for an out of balance or lubrication issue, which is what I suspect you're experiencing.
If you originally brought it to the dealer with this problem while the car was still under warranty, I would insist they correct it under warranty. If not, I would take my business elsewhere - a proper, independant "BMW Specialist." Check your local BMWCCA Chapter website for references.
Here's 23mb worth of me following another M3 around Spokane Raceway Park for one lap.
Awesome video Brian. The car sounds terrific on the track and the track itself looks like a fast one. Looks like it was a lot of fun.
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Kyfdx, you just need to bite the bullet and get yourself an E30 like I did. All my troubles went away, my grey hairs all turned black, my lower back pain vanished, I lost 15 lbs, grew 1", and my teeth turned pearly white. In my case, I couldn't have come up with a better remedy for mid-life.
Hearing you wind the car out at the track really puts the E30 M3 into perspective for me. She may be a production car, but she's pure race-bred underneath that sweet exterior. Hope you don't mind, but I posted that shot at my flickr site
A meet-up sounds good.
I'm not sure what a "flickr site" is, but if it has photos you've taken, I'm sure it's worth checking out.
Re the M3's voice, yeah, I love it too. I need to find a way to cut down on the wind rumble so it comes through better. Maybe another track junkie can chime in with some suggestions - perhaps some foam taped over my camcorder microphone?
Brian
P.S. Here's a picture of me in front of my new company car. I'm off the street now - flying full-time...
I just got back from 3 days at Watkins Glen. My instructor had an E30 325 set up well for the track with some lightening (2,700 lbs), suspension, etc. 190K miles on the stock motor. He was passing nearly all cars in the instructor group, including E30 M3s, just an awesome car. As much as I LOVE my E46, I'd need to take good 300-400 lbs out of it to duplicate that E30 feel at the track and even then... I'd also need a limited-slip. It's always a tradeoff, though - I do like my air conditioner to cool me off while in the pits during the Sumemr and the seat heaters for cold rainy days. And the E46 325i will still turn 2:28 min laps at the Glen on street tires ;o)
The E46 is a fantastic car, and despite the extra weight, it really does defy the laws of physics. The 3-series has always been about the ideal mix of sport and comfort, and I think the E46 is probably the best 3-series ever in this regard.
There are only 2 reasons why I love my E30 so much. 1, I only drive it on fair weather weekends, and 2, I have a big Volvo with heated leather barcoloungers parked next to it.