Now that BMW is buying my car back, which car should I get?

[JasonCSU]

Originally Posted by Zoominrex

Even at 12K off the 62K asking price I think it would be too expensive considering I can get one with less than 10K miles and CPO for 35-40K. I saw an 08 M3 with 4000 miles for low 50's and an 07 Boxter S with 7 yr extended warranty for $37K. At 50K the Z4M still doesn't make sense to me.

I definitely can't argue with those prices. Maybe a CPO car is the way to go.

[Zoominrex]

Originally Posted by JasonCSU

I definitely can't argue with those prices. Maybe a CPO car is the way to go.

There really is a lot available now

[JasonCSU]

Originally Posted by Zoominrex

There really is a lot available now

Good luck with the search, it should be fun.

[anthony @ eas]

If you can find one, an e9x M3 for sure.

[Zoominrex]

There are a lot. The one i'm looking at I think I can negotiate down to 50K or so. Its fully loaded but there are a few red flags like 3 owners withing 4000 miles. I'm thinking it was repoed or it was a dealership test car.

[sawbones]

Originally Posted by Zoominrex

The E92 M3 and Cayman S would be awesome but they are out of my price range at this time. I was considering a 335D as well but don't they only come in automatic? As far as the Camaro and Shelby, they would really have to impress me on the interior for me to consider them. I have no doubt that the V8's would impress but I still need some refinement in the cabin such as bluetooth/ipod/nav etc. The Z4 M I saw had the ivory leather option and the ENTIRE interior including the A pillar and door panels were decked out in leather which was really nice.

remember that currently there is a Camaro transmission issue and GM is not shipping any manuals til that issue is sorted out, so you may have a wait if you take that route

G

[sawbones]

Originally Posted by Zoominrex

50-60K is my price range. I would get a Cayman S but even with a few options its already at 70. It doesn't HAVE to be a convertible but I am most definitely leaning that direction. At 50K for a 62K car the Z4M is very attractive but I do see them on craigslist going for 35-40K with just 10000 miles on them. Maybe I can get them to come down more. That was their first offer. Or throw in some goodies like.

if you're thinking a vert then what about a topless Cayman, the Boxster is cheaper than a Cayman and is otherwise essentially the same car

G

[Zoominrex]

I've located numerous 08 M3 convertibles for the low 50's. One that is speced out the way I want has some red flags however. In 4300 miles the car has had 3 owners. Maybe it was repoed or something?

[PrimoM3]

CPO'd Z4M coupe.

[trboboost91]

can i ask where they got the amount they decided to pay you for your car when they bought it back??
just curious, the engine blew up in my 135i and they are still in the process of repairing it. only 9k on the clock.
they also had a x6 in the shop. same engine. SA told me they had already bought it back. it had already had a turbos and other work done to it.

[vash_241987]

Honda S2000 if you want a vert? Interior is nice for a jap car, and they ONLY come in M/T you can find some for about 35k or less....just a suggestion, but it looks like your gunning for an M3.

[gyrfalcon]

Base Lotus Elise is under $50K. Now that would be a fun convertible. Not too practical though if that's a concern.

[trboboost91]

Originally Posted by gyrfalcon

Base Lotus Elise is under $50K. Now that would be a fun convertible. Not too practical though if that's a concern.

good for the track but severely lacking in the horsepower dept.
thats a good 100 HP down on a stock 135. but makes some back in its lack of heft.

[Zoominrex]

Honda is nice but I want something torquey. The Lotus is just way to bare. My cousin had one and I don't think I could live with that car day in and day out. I am also looking at an S5 at this point but think its a bit overpriced, overweight, underpowered but one of the most beautiful cars on the road. I need to go test drive one.

[Zoominrex]

Originally Posted by trboboost91

can i ask where they got the amount they decided to pay you for your car when they bought it back??
just curious, the engine blew up in my 135i and they are still in the process of repairing it. only 9k on the clock.
they also had a x6 in the shop. same engine. SA told me they had already bought it back. it had already had a turbos and other work done to it.

responded to your pm

[Robert]

Originally Posted by Zoominrex

I'm looking at a Z4 3.5, 335i coupe or convertible, an S5 or a TTS. I have not yet driven a Camaro SS, Shelby GT500, or a 370Z. There really is a lot available nowadays. What would you guys consider? I'm not so much a huge muscle car guy but I want to test drive them before I pass judgment. Mercs just kind of bore me.

I'd say throw in preowned cayman s, GTR or new isf and c63 which can be had for 44k and 53k respectively if you can find a dealer willing to deal.

[Dave]

S 5

[trboboost91]

Originally Posted by Zoominrex

responded to your pm

Wierd. I never got it. Sorry to be a pain buri have no clue how the buyback process works besides the 4 repair attempts part.

[BlueC]

Originally Posted by Zoominrex

Honda is nice but I want something torquey. The Lotus is just way to bare. My cousin had one and I don't think I could live with that car day in and day out. I am also looking at an S5 at this point but think its a bit overpriced, overweight, underpowered but one of the most beautiful cars on the road. I need to go test drive one.

I look at the S5 more of a touring coupe. I don't think you will see BMW-like depreciation with the S5. I'd expect those to suffer a more accelerated rate.

[Hans Delbruck]

Decide what qualities matter most to you and that will guide you to your next car. Do you value speed? i6? v8? Turbo? Reliability? Size? Handling? Build quality? Gadgets? MPG? Forget the make and model for a moment and rate what qualities you value most and what car on your list fulfills that best.

I've made some impulse car purchases that I sold very quickly and lost lots of $$ on! I've found that choosing a car with my head leaves me happier, longer.

[Zoominrex]

Originally Posted by Hans Delbruck

Decide what qualities matter most to you and that will guide you to your next car. Do you value speed? i6? v8? Turbo? Reliability? Size? Handling? Build quality? Gadgets? MPG? Forget the make and model for a moment and rate what qualities you value most and what car on your list fulfills that best.

I've made some impulse car purchases that I sold very quickly and lost lots of $$ on! I've found that choosing a car with my head leaves me happier, longer.

Without a doubt. I myself had made some impulsive purchases I was not entirely happy with. Right now speed is a must in manual form. I prefer a 4 seater but a 2 seater could work. Convertible is a huge advantage but I could settle for a coupe. I love gadgets. It needs to have ipod compatibility, bluetooth, nav. Right now I am leaning towards the 08 Z4 M Roadster or an 08 M3 convertible I found with 4300 miles. The only thing about the M3 is the 3 previous owners which raises some red flags to me. The Z4 M Roadster would be awesome but they still want 54K for it. I thought they would give me a bigger break considering the car has been on the lot for over a year and the new Z4's are already rolling in.

[Zoominrex]

Originally Posted by BlueC

I look at the S5 more of a touring coupe. I don't think you will see BMW-like depreciation with the S5. I'd expect those to suffer a more accelerated rate.

I went to go drive the S5 again this morning and I must say its quite boring to drive. Its an absolutely gorgeous car but just doesn't drive like a BMW.