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      05-16-2010, 10:30 PM   #1
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what bmw should I buy for 25 grand?

just looking for recommendations on what bmw I should get for 25 grand?

it's going to be my first car, and I have to pay everything myself, so I'd prefer one that is reliable and has lower insurance costs (not a primary concern though). I was looking at an '03 7 series but I heard they are a money pit...

options i want:
harman kardon logic 7

options i would like, but aren't necessary:
navigation
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thanks for any suggestions !
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get an E36 M3, buy a like $200 garmin and invest a little in a good sound system. badabing badaboom
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Anything you buy out of warranty is going to cost money to fix, maintain, etc.
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Before I extended my warranty, my 335 cost $24.6k with 37k on it and 8 mos. factory warranty left
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Before I extended my warranty, my 335 cost $24.6k with 37k on it and 8 mos. factory warranty left
what year is it?

and what package on the e90's and e46's have premium audio?
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e90 335i obviously
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Saw an E46 m3 03' on autotrader for 10k today with 57k miles.


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2007, 335s up until LCI I think had Logic7 standard (premium audio)
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what year is it?

and what package on the e90's and e46's have premium audio?
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/search...=1274066435465

these are all ZHP^^(i like the black one half way down for 15k, its a one owner) and dont even think about a 335 for 25k bc the extended warranty is 3k plus tax title and tag...that is not a car you want if you have to pay for everything yourself, unless you make more money ha

im telling you get a e46 ZHP, its a rare car and holds its value better than any other e46, id go with that and save the rest for any possible problems it might have(all BMWs will have problems) but this is a NA car and will most likely not have any major(like motor and tranny, but possible) issues at all. Just sensors,belts, some of the gadgets might go which are all routine with any german car...plus this car(ZHP) comes with everything possible in that year(id get a 05-06)...wont be as fast as a M3 but it will be quick and much cheaper to maintain than a ///M(just the parts on those can be outrageous)
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http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/search...=1274066435465

these are all ZHP^^(i like the black one half way down for 15k, its a one owner) and dont even think about a 335 for 25k bc the extended warranty is 3k plus tax title and tag...that is not a car you want if you have to pay for everything yourself, unless you make more money ha


im telling you get a e46 ZHP, its a rare car and holds its value better than any other e46, id go with that and save the rest for any possible problems it might have(all BMWs will have problems) but this is a NA car and will most likely not have any major(like motor and tranny, but possible) issues at all. Just sensors,belts, some of the gadgets might go which are all routine with any german car...plus this car(ZHP) comes with everything possible in that year(id get a 05-06)...wont be as fast as a M3 but it will be quick and much cheaper to maintain than a ///M(just the parts on those can be outrageous)
If he's considering 7s then a ZSP might be a little too hardcore for him, there are a lot of good cars to be had for $25k.

OP, what are you looking for? Big and luxurious? Sporty and fast?

Have you looked at E9x 328s or E60 6 cylinder variants?
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If he's considering 7s then a ZSP might be a little too hardcore for him, there are a lot of good cars to be had for $25k.

OP, what are you looking for? Big and luxurious? Sporty and fast?

Have you looked at E9x 328s or E60 6 cylinder variants?
he probably wants to throw Dub Dueces on the 7 seriez mayne, hints the sound system he wants etc...

and you meant ZHP , i have a ZSP bc i didnt feel like waiting to find the right ZHP as this is just my get me buy car as you know
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Yea ZHP...whatever lol

If all he's interested in is looking baller he might as well debadge a white E60 525, limo tint and throw some 20s on it

If he wants performance though, it depends on handling vs. power and where he lives (road conditions)

I never realized how bad roads are here until I got a car with a somewhat stiff suspension. I don't know how I would be faring right now if I'd have ended up in a Lotus Elise like I had originally planned
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Yea ZHP...whatever lol

If all he's interested in is looking baller he might as well debadge a white E60 525, limo tint and throw some 20s on it

If he wants performance though, it depends on handling vs. power and where he lives (road conditions)

I never realized how bad roads are here until I got a car with a somewhat stiff suspension. I don't know how I would be faring right now if I'd have ended up in a Lotus Elise like I had originally planned
you do know that lotus is a glorified toyota MR2 right(has the same motor, unless they changed that in the last 2 years), sorry for all you lotus fans, but i hate them...
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you do know that lotus is a glorified toyota MR2 right(has the same motor, unless they changed that in the last 2 years), sorry for all you lotus fans, but i hate them...
You do know that this is a very ignorant statement. It's the same motor and transmission that came in the Toyota Celica (a little different from MR2), and those who've driven both (the Rover powered variant) seem to unequivocally prefer the Toyota powertrain. Nothing else is shared, the Lotus has an aluminum spaceframe chassis, weighs 1900lbs give or take, and drives like nothing else on the road, at least that I've driven. I guarantee your opinion will swing 180* after riding in one, either as a passenger or a (lucky you!) driver

As a sports car in the traditional sense of the designation, there is nothing that comes close to the raw experience of the Lotus available for purchase new or in recent history. There's a reason so many covet these cars for their handling abilities, and I doubt glorified MR2 has every crossed anyone's mind when behind the while of an Elise (or Exige)
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You do know that this is a very ignorant statement. It's the same motor and transmission that came in the Toyota Celica (a little different from MR2), and those who've driven both (the Rover powered variant) seem to unequivocally prefer the Toyota powertrain. Nothing else is shared, the Lotus has an aluminum spaceframe chassis, weighs 1900lbs give or take, and drives like nothing else on the road, at least that I've driven. I guarantee your opinion will swing 180* after riding in one, either as a passenger or a (lucky you!) driver

As a sports car in the traditional sense of the designation, there is nothing that comes close to the raw experience of the Lotus available for purchase new or in recent history. There's a reason so many covet these cars for their handling abilities, and I doubt glorified MR2 has every crossed anyone's mind when behind the while of an Elise (or Exige)
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LOL yea I do get a bit defensive over Lotus, my second favorite brand after Ferrari. As long as you're not the type reading the magazine and losing interest after finding out it's "only" 197hp, has no amenities, and costs nearly $50k
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Amen, except I'd make that a Ci. I'm biased, though.
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LOL yea I do get a bit defensive over Lotus, my second favorite brand after Ferrari. As long as you're not the type reading the magazine and losing interest after finding out it's "only" 197hp, has no amenities, and costs nearly $50k
i dislike them bc im 6'7

picture me getting in that bitch
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