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Decisions on Buying a BMW - I need help!
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05-07-2015, 09:12 AM | #1 |
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Decisions on Buying a BMW - I need help!
G'day bimmer world!
Ive always had a little passion for BMW's! Ever since visiting my aunty, uncle and cousins over in perth! The whole family have BMW's! A little on my back story. So my first and current car, Keep in mind im still on my P's, Is a Ford Falcon Ba Xr6 ute. I have done quite a few things to it. Mild cam, intake, full exhaust, Ipad built into the dash, Custom built staggered rims. (I've done everything I ever wanted to do to it) I got it running 206kw and its more than any kid my age should have. So of course i've lost my licence 4 times now. Im a "dickhead" I know... I have an impulsive behaviour.. (Im working on it though) Anyways, I'm planning on selling it and buy a BMW and I really need some opinions and help on what I should buy. I can't decide on what to get. Its either a 320i, 325i or a e60 525i. I can't really decide, but mechanically how are they when they get into the High km's?? Im talking around the 160-200,000kms? I need a car i'll be sensible in, that wont get me in trouble with the law, but most importantly for my age, Pick up girl's in! Hahaha |
05-07-2015, 03:04 PM | #2 |
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335i no contest assuming you can drive on Ps all Bimmers are expensive to maintain and it only goes up with mileage. Think of it like having a hot but high maintenance girl friend
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05-07-2015, 06:15 PM | #3 |
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1. buy a 335i.
2. register and insure in your parents name 3. insure it in their name with yourself as a 20% driver so it doesnt increase your premium. 3. lay low on mods that would draw attention to yourself. i let my gf drive my car with p plate display and she gets away with it |
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05-07-2015, 07:58 PM | #5 |
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335i fanclub: unite!
Judging by your options I see you have a budget of $10-15k. E60's are nice cruisers, spacious, but aren't too fun in corners. The 323i/323i would be my pick. 320i have some issues with burning oil, so if you find yourself inspecting one go over it well. The x23/25i will have ample power and you won't feel like you've downgraded too much. 320i will feel slow as.. you'll probably sell it within a few months after buying. Find an Msport model if your budget allows. |
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05-07-2015, 09:04 PM | #7 |
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Just read the bit about losing lic 4 times, Dont buy 335i lol. Wooshes advice about is spot on for non 335i options
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05-07-2015, 10:09 PM | #8 |
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323/325. You'll be happy with it, not much power but enough fun, I know when I had my 323 I enjoyed it...Until I got off my p's...
320i you'll forever be replacing tappet cover gaskets and vacuum pumps. And is underpowered dull car. |
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05-08-2015, 03:49 AM | #9 |
Buy a 335 they said... It'll be fun they said...
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Get a manual e46 330Ci. I had one and it was good fun, and didn't cost much to maintain.
Otherwise, there's not many P plate options that will compare to your XR6. Was it 206kw at the wheels? |
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