Serious thread on 323 - advice needed (pls no OT!)

[C3P0]

Hi guys,
I'm starting a new thread as the other thread I had already up the lorry.

If I am looking for a e90 323, should I:

1) Get from PML or PI? If I am not wrong, PI only sells coupe/cabrio but not sedan. Do correct me if I am wrong.

2) If I get from PML, do they sell only the baseline model? I hope not because I find it too basic (personal opinion).

[* The above 2 questions are based on the assumption that I get it new.....I don't mind getting a used e90 323/325 if it is in good condition/with low mileage; I'm also considering this option....]

I hope bros like 318newboy and tobynik can help out my queries.

For those who wants to OT, you are warmly invited to do it here:
http://www.bmw-sg.com/forums/bmw-singapore-motoring-life/32333-good-buy.html

 

[totoseow]

Re: Serious thread on 323 - advice needed (pls no OT!)

先生要吹喇叭吗？？？

 

[318 NewBoy]

Re: Serious thread on 323 - advice needed (pls no OT!)

Helloooo Robot, I got my current 323i as a second hand's car. So I can't really help much info on acquiring a new car.

When I took over, the mileage is about 5000km only (half a year from its first registration). It comes with xenon, fold mirror, headlight washer. Without i-Drive but I'm ok with it. But if you ever want to get a used car, may be you might want to consider 325i, the pricing is not really differ by a lot. Was initially thought of getting a 323i first, then mod slowly and tune it to a 325i. But come to think of it now, it can be quite costly.

During my ride last oil servicing in PML, went to kaypoh in the showroom. There are some highline 323i on sale.

If you want to see how it "behaves", let me know ya.

 

[C3P0]

Re: Serious thread on 323 - advice needed (pls no OT!)

Helloooo Robot, I got my current 323i as a second hand's car. So I can't really help much info on acquiring a new car.

Thanks bro! Actually, I might get it 2nd hand too. I'm looking at the option. But I certainly won't mind getting a used one if it's only 5000km and half-a-year old. So I think you got a good deal there.

But if you ever want to get a used car, may be you might want to consider 325i, the pricing is not really differ by a lot.

True. If I get new, I will take the 323, but if I go for used car, I might also consider the 325 because, like what you say, the price difference is not a lot.

During my ride last oil servicing in PML, went to kaypoh in the showroom. There are some highline 323i on sale.

Hmmm...maybe I should also go down to kaypoh to find out some basic information first.

It comes with xenon, fold mirror, headlight washer. Without i-Drive but I'm ok with it.

Is there any other options which I should be aware of, e.g. auto aircon, auto-dimming mirror, reverse sensor?

 

[jinooi]

Re: Serious thread on 323 - advice needed (pls no OT!)

dude, shouldn't matter much whether it's new or 2nd hand - the price difference between 323 and 325 new is S$7k (comparing listed price and same spec level).

if you get a pre-FL 2nd hand, price will be even lower.

the engine, AFAIK, is the same, just that the 323 is detuned. but don't get crazy ideas about tuning it up to 325 performance - expensive exercise.

at the end of the day, if you are going to pay the same road tax, might as well go for the 325?

True. If I get new, I will take the 323, but if I go for used car, I might also consider the 325 because, like what you say, the price difference is not a lot.

 

[318 NewBoy]

Re: Serious thread on 323 - advice needed (pls no OT!)

Is there any other options which I should be aware of, e.g. auto aircon, auto-dimming mirror, reverse sensor?

Yep, these options are included too, plus the aircon vent below the armrest for rear passengers...

 

[benji ben]

Re: Serious thread on 323 - advice needed (pls no OT!)

yeah robot, go for the 325 lah. comes with idrive also.

 

[iScoupe]

Re: Serious thread on 323 - advice needed (pls no OT!)

Ok this time I am going to be more serious, sorry abt the OT.
- What is ur downpayment or fully paid?
- Are you going for plan your 2nd baby? - Financial Planning
- Your company & job stable bo?
- You sure the E90 suits your personality?
- You sure after buying E90, you can market ur backside to pay installment?

If above are fully paid, NO, Yes, OK la, Who Cares, I got regular customer, then just buy from PML la.. i got chio chio SE to intro u.

 

[MW]

Re: Serious thread on 323 - advice needed (pls no OT!)

Get the facelifted 3 series, whether 323 or 325. Same engine anyway.

 

[C3P0]

Re: Serious thread on 323 - advice needed (pls no OT!)

Get the facelifted 3 series, whether 323 or 325. Same engine anyway.

Ok. But what's the main difference between FL and PFL E90? Maybe I should go down meetup on Sunday to take a look....

Ok this time I am going to be more serious, sorry abt the OT.
- What is ur downpayment or fully paid? You mean my current e46? Not fully paid la, but if sell, I'll get back some cash.
- Are you going for plan your 2nd baby? - Financial Planning No.
- Your company & job stable bo? No. But my wife's job is stable. Counted or not?
- You sure the E90 suits your personality? No, I hate the E90 design. But E92 not suitable for me because coupe is not convenient for baby.
- You sure after buying E90, you can market ur backside to pay installment? Sure can. My backside always very sellable!! You want? I can give you discount.

If above are fully paid, NO, Yes, OK la, Who Cares, I got regular customer, then just buy from PML la.. i got chio chio SE to intro u.

yeah robot, go for the 325 lah. comes with idrive also.

Hmmm..323 no idrive yah?

Yep, these options are included too, plus the aircon vent below the armrest for rear passengers...

Thanks, I'll take note of all these options.

dude, shouldn't matter much whether it's new or 2nd hand - the price difference between 323 and 325 new is S$7k (comparing listed price and same spec level).

if you get a pre-FL 2nd hand, price will be even lower.

the engine, AFAIK, is the same, just that the 323 is detuned. but don't get crazy ideas about tuning it up to 325 performance - expensive exercise.

at the end of the day, if you are going to pay the same road tax, might as well go for the 325?

Ok, will look at 325 if going second hand.

先生要吹喇叭吗？？？

KNN, 吹 your head ok....

 

[armValkyrie]

Re: Serious thread on 323 - advice needed (pls no OT!)

new FL 325 also no iDrive, unless special indent..... price will be different too....

 

[C3P0]

Re: Serious thread on 323 - advice needed (pls no OT!)

new FL 325 also no iDrive, unless special indent..... price will be different too....

I see. So maybe if I can find a used 325 with idrive, with good condition, and the price is right, it may be a good deal too.

Anyway, most importantly, the car don't give me too many headaches...

 

[armValkyrie]

Re: Serious thread on 323 - advice needed (pls no OT!)

I see. So maybe if I can find a used 325 with idrive, with good condition, and the price is right, it may be a good deal too.

Anyway, most importantly, the car don't give me too many headaches...

u saw mine bef in R2D.... the dirty like garbage bin sparkling grey ride....

 

[C3P0]

Re: Serious thread on 323 - advice needed (pls no OT!)

u saw mine bef in R2D.... the dirty like garbage bin sparkling grey ride....

Oh dear, did I, ha ha. What car you driving? e60 or e90?

 

[armValkyrie]

Re: Serious thread on 323 - advice needed (pls no OT!)

Oh dear, did I, ha ha. What car you driving? e60 or e90?

old E90 325 aka garbage bin....

 

[C3P0]

Re: Serious thread on 323 - advice needed (pls no OT!)

old E90 325 aka garbage bin....

Ha, I remember liao. yan dao driver.
How's a 325? Is it giving you lots of problems?

 

[iScoupe]

Re: Serious thread on 323 - advice needed (pls no OT!)

Ha, I remember liao. yan dao driver.
How's a 325? Is it giving you lots of problems?

AWAS ! robot the rod coming....

 

[sunrise]

Re: Serious thread on 323 - advice needed (pls no OT!)

Robot - buy the used 335i coupe DCT for sale in this forum!

 

[C3P0]

Re: Serious thread on 323 - advice needed (pls no OT!)

Robot - buy the used 335i coupe DCT for sale in this forum!

Ha ha, thanks bro, but I cannot spend so much on a car, ha ha.....I prefer to keep more cash for rainy days...
If I am not wrong, it's around $198k for a 0.5 year 335. If you buy and decide to let go your cabrio, let me know hoh

 

[sunrise]

Re: Serious thread on 323 - advice needed (pls no OT!)

Haha, but my cabrio can't even enter your car park leh. But seriously with a little princess a cabrio is not ideal for your needs. But the 335i coupe DCT is really yummy, slurp slurp.