I keep reading various posts about dealers telling buyers that the 5 series are "flying off the lots" and there's "very little inventory."
YET -- I saw two 530xi, 2007 CPO vehicles, both with Sports, one a dealer here in CT, and another a dealer in LI (about 40 miles)...........all I did was EMAIL the internet service manager that I saw the cars in the website, and so far, I've gotten THREE calls from the Long Island dealer ("just following up with your request, if there are any questions, please call me, etc etc"), and Three calls from the CT dealer (I looked at that car and it's nice). If they have so many buyers, why are they bothering with me?
My game is to not show I"m so anxious. Of course, having said that, I've lost two beautiful vehicles because I played chicken with the dealer too long. Go figure.
I do noticed that there are alot more 2006s vs 2007s. I think the main differences are the aux input and for NAVs, the later models come with real-time traffic information. Anything else?
I definitely don't think they are "flying off the lots". Just like you, I'm trying to be patient and to find the car with the right combination of options at the right price.
Would like any feedback on this deal for a 2009 528 xi MSRP 54970 Sale price 53445 Cap 48213 Residual 58% 36 years/ 15k miles $660 / month with $5000 down They have the at delivery to be $7500 and then taking the $2500 off that.
Got a 528xi yesterday. Offered invoice + $500 over email. Dealer accepted immediately without hassle but have to take delivery before March end. (I now think I should just offered invoice price!) I certainly think I didn't get a bad deal!
2009 528xi black w/ black prem. cold. xenon light, nav, Ipod/usb
BTW, there were a lot of people at the dealer :surprise:
Man you guys are so lucky south of the border (I'm in Canada). Obviously we don't have the number of cars available that you do and we pay a premium for the CPO vehicles with many more miles on them and at much higher prices. We even pay a premium if we came down to buy and bring one back. That 530XI is a nice car and the mileage is very low imo. Wish I had the opportunity but I bought an 06 530XIT. Lots of warranty left so I'm happy.
Hi - Can anyone tell me if a 2009 528xi offered for 48K with xenon lights, premium package, cold weather and Ipod is a good deal. I am in a 525i now and my lease is up soon. I am going to lease the 528xi over 36 months 10K miles, no money down. The MSRP I have been offered is 53,350 less 5,350 = 48K. Fees and first payment I have been offered are $1942 from Massachusetts. Monthly payment is $615. Any advice? Thanks
I have test driven both cars and both performe exceptionally well. Great handling and acceleration from both. I am really torn between the two. Most of all I like the styling of the Jag and dont see as many of them on the road as the BMW.
My understanding is that the 2010 5 series will be the same as the current one with the exception of the new Idrive interface with hard drive (like the 3 has now). The redesign will be called a 2011 model and show up some time in 2010.
This is from my dealer--and I am still debating whether to go BMW or Audi.
My understanding is that the 2010 5 series will be the same as the current one with the exception of the new Idrive interface with hard drive (like the 3 has now). The redesign will be called a 2011 model and show up some time in 2010.
This is from my dealer--and I am still debating whether to go BMW or Audi.
Thats what my dealer has been telling me, that the new redesign 5 will be available sometime in 2010, but some say this year :confuse:
I see I am not the only 1 confused here, so you're thinking about going for the 5 seri or the Audi, which Audi? A6, I am torn apart between bmw and lexus
I have test driven both cars and both performe exceptionally well. Great handling and acceleration from both. I am really torn between the two. Most of all I like the styling of the Jag and dont see as many of them on the road as the BMW.
I've recently read in the XF buying experience forum about someone having problems in his new car only after 500miles, and it wasn't easy to find the parts.
What about the LS460? I know its bigger, but more space and comfortable.
I have not made a decision yet, but oddly enough, my leaning right now is the A4 2.0T with prestige. I can lease this car within my budget, and if I chose the 535i X drive or the A6 I would have to purchase with a larger downpayment. I drove the A4 yesterday and while smaller it did perform adequately for my needs.
That said in any case (Audi or BMW) I have the ability to order a car as I would like it--2010 for summer delivery. My lease on the M35x is officially up in August, and I have a battle going on with them so I could return it at any time.
I am going back to Audi and BMW today to get ideas on pricing. Audi may not have but BMW does.
Is edmunds invoice for an ordered 2009 528i a completely unreasonable offer? My understanding is that they'll make 2% from MSRP of the car and incentives from the customer satisfaction survey.
Hello Gardis, I have been following your posts here about finding a CPO in Connecticut and was wondering how you have made out? I found a 2006 530XI CPO in North Haven end of February with 45,000. Loving it.
kevin, glad to hear that. I looked at a few beautiful cars in January and February and lost my nerve when the market crashed. I've gotten back my guts and I'm actively looking still and hope something comes up. Glad to hear you love the vehicle, that makes me feel better. I'm very specific about what I'm looking for since I keep a car like 9 years. I've been to N. Haven. Huge dealer. Do you have any warranty left on that one? Should have about two years to go, the way I figure it. Great hearing from you, keep in touch, Gardis gardis72@gmail.com
Seeking opinions.... New Jersey dealer has 2008 535xi, 15,000 miles with 18 months of in service time leaving 30 months of full service and bumper to bumper. They want $ 42,000 to purchase with CPO or $41,000 without CPO is this a fair deal and is it worth the grand to certify a car with so much time left on original gaurentee
taylor, just for comparison, my dealer in CT had a 2008 535i, 27K miles, they started out asking $42,995, lowered it to $38,995, and the car was sitting on the lot for about 3 months, finally it sold, have no idea final price, but can guarantee you , it wasn't close to $38,995. For an extra $1,000, I would definitely do the CPO. Remember, they add 2 more years onto the warranty period. So you end up getting warranty coverage for 6 years from date of in service. Nothing to think about, as far as I'm concerned. Pricewise, that doesn't sound out of line, you could probably get it for upper $30's.
For comparison also. We bought a 2007 CPO 550i ($70k list price when new) with 38k miles and only 2 years in service for $35k. I have a warranty until 2/2013 or 100k miles. LOVE the car. It is a good time to deal, play hard ball.
Re that 2007 CPO 550i, how is the gas mileage on a V8 engine? One dealer near me has one in Alpine, with Sport pkg, but I'm weary of such a large engine. I think with this administration in office, it could end up being very hazardous to our financial health.......what do you think? Has it been a good car?
Do you have any more info on this? When will the 2010's go up for sale? I am planning on buying a 2009 535 x this month before the 1.9 % and 2 month free end by the end of MAY. Does anyone have an opinion on the IPOD hook up. Do your song titles filter through to the stereo? And is sound quality good?
I bought a BMW 528i with ipod in late 08. The ipod sounds great. In fact it sounds better than the satellite or radio that comes with it. By quite a margin.
I can be fully controlled by the idrive and works great!!
It won't be till the 2011 modal year that the 5 series will get a revised design....
I was offered a new 2009 535i for 2500 total drive off for $585. 5000 total drive off for $509 Premium and Sport package with iPod, white exterior, black interior. 36 mon lease, 12k miles/year. MSRP: 57,625.
Let me know what you guys think. Let me know soon as I have to go pick up the car tomorrow. I am located in Diamond Bar area. Thanks in advance!!!
Found this from a dealer in Boston. 2008 528Xi, 15000 miles, with premium/cold weather/navigation. The askig price was $41000, and I got down to 37000.
Guys, I'm looking at a 2007 CPO 530xi, 25K miles premium, cold, cold NAV and SPORTS. Black Sapph, with Auburn Leather. What do you think about Auburn? It kind of looks pretty great with Black. They do a beautiful racing stripe (auburn and grey) that really looks sharp.
Hi, I got a quote for buying a new 2009 535xi with MSRP 59670, and dealer offer at 55,085 which they claimed to be 200 off the suggested invoice price. Their SUGGESTED invoice price acutally added MACO 200 & Training/Service Fee 180. So it's actually 180 above the REAL invoice price. What price should I offer back for this? Is 54500 a good price to ask? Thanks...
Guys, They just told me about another vehicle, a CPO 530XI, 2007, black sapph, with black leather, Premium, COld and SPORTS. The manager told me that the Sports pkg is just "cosmetic" on the XI models. Yet, quite a few XI have sports pkg. It comes with that black shadowline trim, special steering wheel and seats.
Yet the 530i comes with sport wheel rims. Is there any difference in performance? What do you guys prefer to drive, the plain 530i, or the 530XI.
Any help you can render me I'm appreciative. I'm kind of excited about the car, only has 23, 300 miles on it which is nothing for a BMW.
Hi everyone. I'm in the market for a new car, test drove several vehicles, and the bottom line is that nothing compares to a BMW. I've pretty much got my eye on a 2006 528I. I just want to know what's a good price to target. It's a CPO that went into service 4/2006. It's got 35,000 miles on it in the lovely state of Illinois. Here's the options included with the car: Cold Weather Package Floor Mats Premium Sound Package Moonroof Fold Down Rear Seats Adaptive Light Control Radio BMW Professional DVD Area Coding Battery Switch First Aid Kit Preminum Package CO2 relevant vheicles Dark Poplar Wood Trim Power front seats Xenon headlights BMW Assist w/Bluethooth System Sat Radio prep CO2 control Transport Protection
I believe the asking price is $27,900. I'm looking for a good price range I should shoot for, and I definitely want to get the extended maintenance package (with an MRSP of $1695). I would appreciate any advice you experts can provide.
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Hello Gardis, looks like you are narrowing down the search. Is Auburn a tan color or is it the reddish brown which goes kind of orange in photos? I am leaning toward the black on black for you, but that's just me. I wish I could own a black car but just can't bring myself to that color again in the Northeast with something always falling from the sky.
Hi Kev I like the sound of the black on black also, I've seen that combo before and It's very classy looking. The Auburn is the bright reddish brown, which is OK, but they use a gray carpet and black vinyl seat backs, which just make it look awful inside, IMHO. That is what I object to.
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YET -- I saw two 530xi, 2007 CPO vehicles, both with Sports, one a dealer here in CT, and another a dealer in LI (about 40 miles)...........all I did was EMAIL the internet service manager that I saw the cars in the website, and so far, I've gotten THREE calls from the Long Island dealer ("just following up with your request, if there are any questions, please call me, etc etc"), and Three calls from the CT dealer (I looked at that car and it's nice). If they have so many buyers, why are they bothering with me?
My game is to not show I"m so anxious. Of course, having said that, I've lost two beautiful vehicles because I played chicken with the dealer too long. Go figure.
2006 CPO 525i mid 30k miles, and the asking price is $25,900.
What should I offer? The car is pretty basic, premium package.
Also how reliable are these cars and is the 525 underpowered?
Thanks.
I definitely don't think they are "flying off the lots". Just like you, I'm trying to be patient and to find the car with the right combination of options at the right price.
MSRP 54970
Sale price 53445
Cap 48213
Residual 58%
36 years/ 15k miles
$660 / month with $5000 down
They have the at delivery to be $7500 and then taking the $2500 off that.
Feedback or thoughts?
Offered invoice + $500 over email.
Dealer accepted immediately without hassle but have to take delivery before March end. (I now think I should just offered invoice price!)
I certainly think I didn't get a bad deal!
2009 528xi black w/ black
prem.
cold.
xenon light,
nav,
Ipod/usb
BTW, there were a lot of people at the dealer :surprise:
I am especially interested in actual sales prices for the 535i?
Good luck.
I am especially interested in actual sales prices for the 535i?
I did left you a post in the Jaguar xf forum, but you never replied.
Have you test driven the cars?
Anyone know for sure?
This is from my dealer--and I am still debating whether to go BMW or Audi.
Hope this helps.
I'd say, Buy it.
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This is from my dealer--and I am still debating whether to go BMW or Audi.
Thats what my dealer has been telling me, that the new redesign 5 will be available sometime in 2010, but some say this year :confuse:
I see I am not the only 1 confused here, so you're thinking about going for the 5 seri or the Audi, which Audi? A6, I am torn apart between bmw and lexus
I've recently read in the XF buying experience forum about someone having problems in his new car only after 500miles, and it wasn't easy to find the parts.
What about the LS460? I know its bigger, but more space and comfortable.
That said in any case (Audi or BMW) I have the ability to order a car as I would like it--2010 for summer delivery. My lease on the M35x is officially up in August, and I have a battle going on with them so I could return it at any time.
I am going back to Audi and BMW today to get ideas on pricing. Audi may not have but BMW does.
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I am looking at a 2006 530 xi CPO with 16k miles. One Owner. It has cold weather package and premium package. Dealer first price is $35,700.
What are your thoughts? any feedback will be much appreciated.
I'm located in the Northeast.
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I have been following your posts here about finding a CPO in Connecticut and was wondering how you have made out?
I found a 2006 530XI CPO in North Haven end of February with 45,000. Loving it.
glad to hear that. I looked at a few beautiful cars in January and February and lost my nerve when the market crashed. I've gotten back my guts and I'm actively looking still and hope something comes up. Glad to hear you love the vehicle, that makes me feel better. I'm very specific about what I'm looking for since I keep a car like 9 years. I've been to N. Haven. Huge dealer. Do you have any warranty left on that one? Should have about two years to go, the way I figure it.
Great hearing from you, keep in touch,
Gardis
gardis72@gmail.com
just for comparison, my dealer in CT had a 2008 535i, 27K miles, they started out asking $42,995, lowered it to $38,995, and the car was sitting on the lot for about 3 months, finally it sold, have no idea final price, but can guarantee you , it wasn't close to $38,995.
For an extra $1,000, I would definitely do the CPO. Remember, they add 2 more years onto the warranty period. So you end up getting warranty coverage for 6 years from date of in service. Nothing to think about, as far as I'm concerned. Pricewise, that doesn't sound out of line, you could probably get it for upper $30's.
Good luck, let us know how you make out.
Gardis
Yes, CPO is worth the price.
I can be fully controlled by the idrive and works great!!
It won't be till the 2011 modal year that the 5 series will get a revised design....
Thanks
I was offered a new 2009 535i for
2500 total drive off for $585.
5000 total drive off for $509
Premium and Sport package with iPod, white exterior, black interior.
36 mon lease, 12k miles/year.
MSRP: 57,625.
Let me know what you guys think. Let me know soon as I have to go pick up the car tomorrow. I am located in Diamond Bar area. Thanks in advance!!!
Found this from a dealer in Boston. 2008 528Xi, 15000 miles, with premium/cold weather/navigation. The askig price was $41000, and I got down to 37000.
Any thoughts?
I'm looking at a 2007 CPO 530xi, 25K miles premium, cold, cold NAV and SPORTS. Black Sapph, with Auburn Leather. What do you think about Auburn? It kind of looks pretty great with Black. They do a beautiful racing stripe (auburn and grey) that really looks sharp.
Anyone out there have Auburn, how do you like it?
They just told me about another vehicle, a CPO 530XI, 2007, black sapph, with black leather, Premium, COld and SPORTS. The manager told me that the Sports pkg is just "cosmetic" on the XI models. Yet, quite a few XI have sports pkg. It comes with that black shadowline trim, special steering wheel and seats.
Yet the 530i comes with sport wheel rims. Is there any difference in performance? What do you guys prefer to drive, the plain 530i, or the 530XI.
Any help you can render me I'm appreciative. I'm kind of excited about the car, only has 23, 300 miles on it which is nothing for a BMW.
Cold Weather Package
Floor Mats
Premium Sound Package
Moonroof
Fold Down Rear Seats
Adaptive Light Control
Radio BMW Professional
DVD Area Coding
Battery Switch
First Aid Kit
Preminum Package
CO2 relevant vheicles
Dark Poplar Wood Trim
Power front seats
Xenon headlights
BMW Assist w/Bluethooth System
Sat Radio prep
CO2 control
Transport Protection
I believe the asking price is $27,900. I'm looking for a good price range I should shoot for, and I definitely want to get the extended maintenance package (with an MRSP of $1695). I would appreciate any advice you experts can provide.
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I am leaning toward the black on black for you, but that's just me. I wish I could own a black car but just can't bring myself to that color again in the Northeast with something always falling from the sky.
I like the sound of the black on black also, I've seen that combo before and It's very classy looking. The Auburn is the bright reddish brown, which is OK, but they use a gray carpet and black vinyl seat backs, which just make it look awful inside, IMHO.
That is what I object to.