2008 135i with low miles.

imsurokim · 04-21-2015, 09:22 AM

Hello, I am newbie here. Also posted same post on another forum. I will delete the post if it is a problem.

I currently own X5 4.8i using it as family car and want to buy another commute car for myself.

The car I am looking at is 2008 135i 6-speed manual coupe with sport, premium package (I think that was everything in back 2008). No nav, I don't need it actually. The car has little less than 19000miles. It was local trade in car which was taken care in BMW dealer all the time. HPFI was replaced around 13k miles. They are out for little less than $23k from local BMW dealer.

Do you guys think it is a good deal? Anything I need to worry about or check before I purchase it?

Any inputs are appreciated. Thanks in advance

iconone · 04-21-2015, 09:51 AM

That's a good deal. I would try to get them down a grand or so but i'd jump on it.

drewster99 · 04-21-2015, 03:13 PM

I bought mine a few months ago for about 18500 with 40,000 miles on it just for reference. It was a private seller though.

imsurokim · 04-21-2015, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by iconone

That's a good deal. I would try to get them down a grand or so but i'd jump on it.

Thanks for the input. It is hard to find 135i with clean history for less than 25000...

imsurokim · 04-21-2015, 03:50 PM

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Originally Posted by drewster99

I bought mine a few months ago for about 18500 with 40,000 miles on it just for reference. It was a private seller though.

It's local trade in to dealer and has perfect history. They wouldn't give me any discount.
I got it down to 22750. but no more.. Thing is I can get certified 128i with 25k.
do you think it is worth it to go with 135?

Thanks for the input

zbrit00x · 04-21-2015, 03:56 PM

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Originally Posted by imsurokim

It's local trade in to dealer and has perfect history. They wouldn't give me any discount.
I got it down to 22750. but no more.. Thing is I can get certified 128i with 25k.
do you think it is worth it to go with 135?

Thanks for the input

135i for sure

drewster99 · 04-21-2015, 06:32 PM

FWIW mine has a perfect history too. I can understand wanting to buy from a dealer though. Definitely get a 135.

imsurokim · 04-21-2015, 08:51 PM

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Originally Posted by drewster99

FWIW mine has a perfect history too. I can understand wanting to buy from a dealer though. Definitely get a 135.

I wouldn't mind getting it private party, but there are not that many 1-series here in wisconsin....

drewster99 · 04-21-2015, 10:18 PM

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Originally Posted by imsurokim

I wouldn't mind getting it private party, but there are not that many 1-series here in wisconsin....

I forgot to mention I had to travel from Buffalo NY to Oklahoma City to get that deal lol.

imsurokim · 04-22-2015, 06:35 AM

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Originally Posted by drewster99

I forgot to mention I had to travel from Buffalo NY to Oklahoma City to get that deal lol.

Thing is, I need to finance. So it will be pita to do ot out of state. Thanks for thr info though!

drewster99 · 04-22-2015, 08:11 AM

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Originally Posted by imsurokim

Thing is, I need to finance. So it will be pita to do ot out of state. Thanks for thr info though!

I financed too, it wasn't too bad. If you're willing to travel for the right car it really opens up your options.

imsurokim · 04-22-2015, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by drewster99

I financed too, it wasn't too bad. If you're willing to travel for the right car it really opens up your options.

Okay.. I will think about it.. This car has great service record.

7500 miles brake fluid, finter and engine oil.
10865 miles Low mileage annual oil service,
High pressure pump B13 13 10
Injectors, B13 14 10
Programming HDP, B13 09 10
Belt Pre-tensioner B72 02 10
17080 miles Battery cable

for sale in 18300miles

I am also thinking about buying 3rd party warranty(Compass protection plan) that dealer recommanded.

What do you guys think?

ChiBimmer · 04-22-2015, 11:30 AM

For reference: l ast week I got a 2010 135i M-Sport 6MT loaded except for NAV. 47k miles. $20k from a dealer. I searched pretty hard and drove about 2 hours to get it.

gsr1416 · 04-22-2015, 02:24 PM

Personally think it's priced high

imsurokim · 04-23-2015, 08:31 AM

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Originally Posted by ChiBimmer

For reference: l ast week I got a 2010 135i M-Sport 6MT loaded except for NAV. 47k miles. $20k from a dealer. I searched pretty hard and drove about 2 hours to get it.

Quote:

Originally Posted by gsr1416

Personally think it's priced high

It's from dealer. Our town is not that big, so whatever dealer say is the price.. almost no negotiation... I decided let it go. I will keep search for another good one with color I want.

Thanks all for the inputs.

ChiBimmer · 04-23-2015, 08:47 AM

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Originally Posted by gsr1416

Personally think it's priced high

Just did an Autotrader search. 2010 m sport manual, leather, power seats etc asking prices are 22k and up including private sellers. There's one with leatherette and manual seats near me and asking from that dealer is $23.8k. I showed them the one I eventually got and they said there was no way they would hit that price. Granted they've been sitting on it for a little while but doubt they are mispriced by more than $4k.

ChiBimmer · 04-23-2015, 08:49 AM

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Originally Posted by imsurokim

Quote:

Originally Posted by ChiBimmer

For reference: l ast week I got a 2010 135i M-Sport 6MT loaded except for NAV. 47k miles. $20k from a dealer. I searched pretty hard and drove about 2 hours to get it.

Quote:

Originally Posted by gsr1416

Personally think it's priced high

It's from dealer. Our town is not that big, so whatever dealer say is the price.. almost no negotiation... I decided let it go. I will keep search for another good one with color I want.

Thanks all for the inputs.

FWIW I got mine in a smallish town and they were willing to negotiate. Might be worth another crack if you're dealer hasn't moved it in a couple months.

Good luck with your search!

sometorque · 04-24-2015, 03:38 PM

Price is a smidgen high IMO. At 21ish I'd be a buyer.

FWIW I just picked up a 2011 135i DCT with 68k miles for 19k. I'm the third owner (was a lease, sold as a CPO car and then owned for about a year. Second owner put a ton of highway miles on it) Came with full book of records, no accidents, and the balance of the CPO warranty. There are deals to be had.

135TX · 04-24-2015, 04:17 PM

I got my 2011 Msport w/33k for ~26k had a bumper to bumper aftermarket warranty till 60K or 2019 ( that transferred to me). Came with a Cobb APv3 and Dinan exhaust (dealer installed) FYI. I flew to Cali and drove it back, financed through my credit union super easy process to get the out of state financing done.

Joe_435i · 04-25-2015, 04:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by imsurokim

Hello, I am newbie here. Also posted same post on another forum. I will delete the post if it is a problem.

I currently own X5 4.8i using it as family car and want to buy another commute car for myself.

The car I am looking at is 2008 135i 6-speed manual coupe with sport, premium package (I think that was everything in back 2008). No nav, I don't need it actually. The car has little less than 19000miles. It was local trade in car which was taken care in BMW dealer all the time. HPFI was replaced around 13k miles. They are out for little less than $23k from local BMW dealer.

Do you guys think it is a good deal? Anything I need to worry about or check before I purchase it?

Any inputs are appreciated. Thanks in advance

Check out this video: helps with used car pre-purchases. I wish I did this before I bought mine. I could have gotten mine for a cheaper price. I would definitely take it to a mechanic before purchase.

will-go · 04-25-2015, 06:44 PM

I purchased a one owner 2008 135i 1 yr ago from a private party. It had 13,000 miles, and the service history was similar to the one you're looking at. Price was about the same. It was in perfect condition, always garaged, and never flogged The owner was a stand up, mature adult. The car was exactly what I was looking for (model, options, color, condition, milage, service hx). For me price became secondary because it was the car I wanted. We quickly agreed on a price … everybody happy. I'm still happy. Final thought: a PPI is always a good idea, however on this car - I just thought "f it". Wrote the check and drove it home - no regrets.

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imsurokim New Member 1 Rep 7 Posts Drives: 2008 X5 48i Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Madison, WI iTrader: (0)	2008 135i with low miles. Hello, I am newbie here. Also posted same post on another forum. I will delete the post if it is a problem. I currently own X5 4.8i using it as family car and want to buy another commute car for myself. The car I am looking at is 2008 135i 6-speed manual coupe with sport, premium package (I think that was everything in back 2008). No nav, I don't need it actually. The car has little less than 19000miles. It was local trade in car which was taken care in BMW dealer all the time. HPFI was replaced around 13k miles. They are out for little less than $23k from local BMW dealer. Do you guys think it is a good deal? Anything I need to worry about or check before I purchase it? Any inputs are appreciated. Thanks in advance
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iconone Private First Class 20 Rep 172 Posts Drives: 207 swapped Wrx Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Houston iTrader: (2)	That's a good deal. I would try to get them down a grand or so but i'd jump on it.
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drewster99 Second Lieutenant 43 Rep 205 Posts Drives: 1 SERIES Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: USA iTrader: (2)	I bought mine a few months ago for about 18500 with 40,000 miles on it just for reference. It was a private seller though.
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drewster99 Second Lieutenant 43 Rep 205 Posts Drives: 1 SERIES Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: USA iTrader: (2)	FWIW mine has a perfect history too. I can understand wanting to buy from a dealer though. Definitely get a 135.
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ChiBimmer Second Lieutenant 68 Rep 230 Posts Drives: 2010 135i 6MT Sold Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Chicago iTrader: (0)	For reference: l ast week I got a 2010 135i M-Sport 6MT loaded except for NAV. 47k miles. $20k from a dealer. I searched pretty hard and drove about 2 hours to get it.
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gsr1416 Second Lieutenant 41 Rep 255 Posts Drives: Space Gray 335i E93 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: nm/co iTrader: (2) Garage List 2011 BMW 135i [0.00]	Personally think it's priced high
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sometorque Private First Class 63 Rep 157 Posts Drives: 2011 135i DCT Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Boca Raton iTrader: (0)	Price is a smidgen high IMO. At 21ish I'd be a buyer. FWIW I just picked up a 2011 135i DCT with 68k miles for 19k. I'm the third owner (was a lease, sold as a CPO car and then owned for about a year. Second owner put a ton of highway miles on it) Came with full book of records, no accidents, and the balance of the CPO warranty. There are deals to be had.
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will-go New Member 2 Rep 10 Posts Drives: 135i M sport Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Oregon iTrader: (0)	I purchased a one owner 2008 135i 1 yr ago from a private party. It had 13,000 miles, and the service history was similar to the one you're looking at. Price was about the same. It was in perfect condition, always garaged, and never flogged The owner was a stand up, mature adult. The car was exactly what I was looking for (model, options, color, condition, milage, service hx). For me price became secondary because it was the car I wanted. We quickly agreed on a price … everybody happy. I'm still happy. Final thought: a PPI is always a good idea, however on this car - I just thought "f it". Wrote the check and drove it home - no regrets.
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