Buying a 2nd Hand 3 Series

[Devilemperor]

Re: Buying a 2nd Hand 3 Series

Hi all, would like to check if you guys have any workshop that you can recommend for a pre inspection as i am looking for a 320 currently but just went to play it safe before i buy

 

[eddienike]

Re: Buying a 2nd Hand 3 Series

Hi all, would like to check if you guys have any workshop that you can recommend for a pre inspection as i am looking for a 320 currently but just went to play it safe before i buy

BVO from the sponsor site. Look for ah wee.

 

[ryan75]

The site sponsor workshops would be able to do that and a good place to start.

I did that just a month ago before I sealed the deal for a pre owned e90.

Hi all, would like to check if you guys have any workshop that you can recommend for a pre inspection as i am looking for a 320 currently but just went to play it safe before i buy

 

[Torhui]

Re: Buying a 2nd Hand 3 Series

Just curious, when do you carry out the inspection? After you pay the deposit?

How much does it cost for the inspection?

Thanks!

 

[ryan75]

Discuss with your seller and come to an agreement. For my case, one did not need the deposit and the other required it.

More importantly, discuss and agree with the seller what are the next steps for all outcomes of the inspection. E.g. To what extent are the outcomes considered immediate deal breakers? If there are immediate deal breakers, can you walk away from the deal and get the deposit refunded? Would faults be rectified or would a discount me given instead?

One site sponsor workshop quoted $60 per inspection but can only confirm availability an hour before desired appointment time.

I went with the other that quoted $80 but could allow me to make an appointment at both my seller and my convenience.

Just curious, when do you carry out the inspection? After you pay the deposit?

How much does it cost for the inspection?

Thanks!

 

[Torhui]

Re: Buying a 2nd Hand 3 Series

Thanks ryan75!

Could you share with me which one isit? Or you can also PM me. Thanks!

 

[C3P0]

Re: Buying a 2nd Hand 3 Series

Discuss with your seller and come to an agreement. For my case, one did not need the deposit and the other required it.

More importantly, discuss and agree with the seller what are the next steps for all outcomes of the inspection. E.g. To what extent are the outcomes considered immediate deal breakers? If there are immediate deal breakers, can you walk away from the deal and get the deposit refunded? Would faults be rectified or would a discount me given instead?

One site sponsor workshop quoted $60 per inspection but can only confirm availability an hour before desired appointment time.

I went with the other that quoted $80 but could allow me to make an appointment at both my seller and my convenience.

This is one good advice.

The cost of inspection and which workshop to use is smaller issues, what's more important is what to do about the diagnosed problems.....

 

[Donkey Kong]

Re: Buying a 2nd Hand 3 Series

I was looking at 323 too before I got a 320

It is very few used 323 in sgcarmart and condition ain't good

FC is suck and road tax also a killer

Acceralation loses to 320 but the power kick in later

335 may a better choice

Hi, am looking at a '07 323. Just wondering, how does acceleration differ between 323 & 320 & how big is the FC gap?

Doesn't make sense for anyone to get 323i then huh?

 

[ac323]

Re: Buying a 2nd Hand 3 Series

Hi, am looking at a '07 323. Just wondering, how does acceleration differ between 323 & 320 & how big is the FC gap?

Doesn't make sense for anyone to get 323i then huh?

true, might as well get 325 like C3PO.......













* FC for Bimmer so so, cant fight Jazz..........................
cheers

 

[Donkey Kong]

Re: Buying a 2nd Hand 3 Series

true, might as well get 325 like C3PO.......


* FC for Bimmer so so, cant fight Jazz..........................
cheers

Combed thru whole sgcarmart for '07 & '08 325s...

Unfortunately, only 325 coupes & convertibles available....



323 is still nonetheless a 6-potter though... Difficult decision.. esp in these tough economic times...

 

[ac323]

Re: Buying a 2nd Hand 3 Series

Combed thru whole sgcarmart for '07 & '08 325s...

Unfortunately, only 325 coupes & convertibles available....



323 is still nonetheless a 6-potter though... Difficult decision.. esp in these tough economic times...

Hi DK,

understand your situation...........................323i and 325i same road tax too.....
maybe wait awhile more.................................?













* if mainly driving in SG then 320i is still fine...............Point A to Point B very good already
cheers

 

[ac323]

Re: Buying a 2nd Hand 3 Series

Combed thru whole sgcarmart for '07 & '08 325s...

Unfortunately, only 325 coupes & convertibles available....



323 is still nonetheless a 6-potter though... Difficult decision.. esp in these tough economic times...

Used BMW 325i Car for Sale in Singapore, Zenith Motoring - sgCarMart



























cheers

 

[mordeth]

Re: Buying a 2nd Hand 3 Series

Hi! I'm looking at getting a 07 onwards e90 325i..

Would appreciate any advice on maintenance costs and such

Are there any prevalent problems with this model that starts to set in at this age? Read about o rings.. I'm kinda a little worried about transmission problems though.. :/

 

[Souss]

Re: Buying a 2nd Hand 3 Series

Hi! I'm looking at getting a 07 onwards e90 325i..

Would appreciate any advice on maintenance costs and such

Are there any prevalent problems with this model that starts to set in at this age? Read about o rings.. I'm kinda a little worried about transmission problems though.. :/

Hey Bro! I Just got mine 2mths back & its running fine till now!

Buying a car is like getting a wife, its like a gamble & a bit of luck!
On Maintenance wise, it's regular servicing & My personal advice is,it doesn't hurt to do a detail check on the parts car cause nowadays car dealers have lots of things up their selves.



Good luck in finding your next pride!
Cheers!!!

 

[ac323]

Re: Buying a 2nd Hand 3 Series

Hey Bro! I Just got mine 2mths back & its running fine till now!

Buying a car is like getting a wife, its like a gamble & a bit of luck!
On Maintenance wise, it's regular servicing & My personal advice is,it doesn't hurt to do a detail check on the parts car cause nowadays car dealers have lots of things up their sleeves.



Good luck in finding your next pride!
Cheers!!!

Lolz...............................













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[Souss]

Re: Buying a 2nd Hand 3 Series

Hi, am looking at a '07 323. Just wondering, how does acceleration differ between 323 & 320 & how big is the FC gap?

Doesn't make sense for anyone to get 323i then huh?

Hey Bro! I have a solution!
Get an e90 320i then head to monster tune to get a ECU tuning which costs 1k to 2k & there you got a powerplant which matches a 323i, Improving your FC & stuffs which will help cope tough economic times!!!

Good luck in finding your next pride!!!
Cheers!

 

[Souss]

Re: Buying a 2nd Hand 3 Series

Lolz...............................













cheerrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrs

LOL Bro!

Self -Encounter!

Cheers!

 

[Haka]

Re: Buying a 2nd Hand 3 Series

Hello All,

newbie greetings

I'm looking at getting a 06 onwards 320i..
just sold off my current ride...

I am also concern about the transmission gearbox, whats the telltale sign?
besides oil leaks, any other pointers to lookout?

thanks alot

 

[ac323]

Re: Buying a 2nd Hand 3 Series

Hello All,

newbie greetings

I'm looking at getting a 06 onwards 320i..
just sold off my current ride...

I am also concern about the transmission gearbox, whats the telltale sign?
besides oil leaks, any other pointers to lookout?

thanks alot

Hi Haka,

welcome onboard....










* maybe you wanna start your old thread...............?
cheers

 

[Haka]

Re: Buying a 2nd Hand 3 Series

hello Bro,

there isn't an old threat, lol

& I cannot post a new one yet...any advice?