Possibly selling and need advice

Upgrade+ · 09-02-2009, 04:44 PM

I've been enjoying my 135i since it arrived last july. It's been getting tougher to cope with all of my bills due to work slowing and losing some clients. It is not a definite, but I've thought of selling my 1er

for a car that can still offer close performance and fun (just less). So far the front runner (car that I always loved) is the honda s2000. I would probably look for used with low mileage 20k or less miles, yrs 2005-2008. That is front runner like I said but I wanted to get advice on what other cars that I may enjoy (preferably rwd) and priced no higher than $24k. I had an STI but want to experience something new. I'm hoping that things will turn around and I wont have to sell my baby because I absolutely love her. Thanks in advance guys

mike06612 · 09-02-2009, 06:02 PM

There are probably quite a few 3's out there certified pre owned that will fit the price tag miles and years if you want BMW. You could save a few pennies by finding a individual selling direct.

jibaholic101 · 09-02-2009, 06:16 PM

just dont sell, sell some crap laying around the house, or get a loan against your car

Ajumepke · 09-02-2009, 06:43 PM

mini cooper S

Face · 09-02-2009, 06:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jibaholic101

just dont sell, sell some crap laying around the house, or get a loan against your car

Agreed. Why not get a part time job to increase your cash flow during this slowdown?

Only way I'd downgrade (and take the huge depreciation hit) would be if I knew that the decrease in my income was permanent, or at least going to be that way for 2+ years.

bluejaypanther · 09-02-2009, 07:01 PM

I wouldn't sell the 1 for reasons that others are naming, but the S2K is pretty awesome, my brother has an '06 and loves it. Much more of a strap-it-down-or-throw-it-out philosophy on the engineering in that car though- depending on your needs it may not be appropriate. Still, on a price to performance ratio, you can't do much better than a used S2K.

oasis3582 · 09-02-2009, 08:13 PM

I think the best you could do would be a Mazdaspeed3, WRK, Civic Si. Given the fact you live in NY, a S2k might not be the most practical choice.

guardianangel3290 · 09-02-2009, 08:34 PM

Unfortunately, we're in the same boat

i LOVE my 1er, but my income is about half of what it used to be and its getting kinda stressful having to juggle all this on top of going to school 18 credit hours a semester.

Brix · 09-03-2009, 09:45 AM

honestly... I feel the same way and have considered a cheaper car. Although you buying a used car for 24k is not going to save you anything. By the time you get done selling your new car for a used car you will only end up saving a hundred bucks a month.
You prob wont get more than 30k for your car. If you really want to save money you have to look at car <20k and even then you will only save maybe 200 a month. I had an 2007 si and that thing is almost just as fast as the s2000 and you can probably pick one up for 15k mint.
I dont think moving to s2000 is going to be worth the trade unlesss you just like it better or maybe are concerned with reliability. My lease will be up in less than a year on my 135 and the buyout is 26k, I am considering all possibilities. BUT unless I spend MORE... There is nothing > than the 135. I would have to buy a USED si to really save any money.
Consider your options but dont get hasty cause once you give up your 135 its gone and that used s2000 will never be a potential 400hp car AND you will end up losing money by making the trade. Just my thoughts
Good Luck

oasis3582 · 09-03-2009, 10:59 AM

You can also look into a new or gently used 350z. Now that the 370's are out, the 350's still left are selling cheap cheap cheap.

liquord · 09-03-2009, 11:17 AM

Peter: "I need to find a way to make 50,000 dollars." Quagmire: "You could whore yourself off to 50 fat chicks for 1000 dollars...Fat chicks need love too, they just gotta pay for it."

tbird · 09-03-2009, 11:39 AM

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Originally Posted by liquord

Peter: "I need to find a way to make 50,000 dollars." Quagmire: "You could whore yourself off to 50 fat chicks for 1000 dollars...Fat chicks need love too, they just gotta pay for it."

+1

But in all seriousness, remember that if you switch to a used car, you incur repair costs. Can you switch to either maybe a stock 128i new, or a CPO 3 Series, so you keep the warranty? A CPO BMW should have the 6/100 warranty. Repairs can SERIOUSLY affect a budget, far far more than a steady fixed cost car payment.

Just a thought.

Upgrade+ · 09-03-2009, 12:30 PM

Hey guys. Thanks for all of the great advice and encouraging words. Yes, I haven't driven a much better and fun car than my 1er. Also, every car that I have owned has been an upgrade and I would not want to go backwards at this point. I still have some ideas that I will try, such as refinancing with my credit union and a part time (ungh). This is just something I was kicking around and wanted to see what car could possibly be as fun for less. I will go to see if I could test drive an s2000 soon just to see how the car handles, sometime soon. This would be my fun car and I would have a beater daily. Nothing is set in stone and I'm an optimistic person, so I think that it will all work out. That's how I got my 135i in the first place

. Thx guys

bluejaypanther · 09-03-2009, 12:49 PM

Do you already have said beater? Because buying 2 cars to replace one, I can't see how that would save money, especially having to insure both.

Having driven both, as far as fun factor, there will be no dropoff to the S2000- if anything, as a convertible, it may be moreso. While it doesn't have the straight line speed of the 135i, it's not that far off- you just have to choke the performance out, what with the high-revving engine delivering most of its power in the 6000+ range. Because of this, it is quickest in the 20-70mph range. The chassis is more nimble with noticeably less body roll than the 135i. The car has a neat style to it, what with the digital speedo. The 6MT is better than the 135i as well, with shorter throws.

What you get with the higher price of the 135i is not performance, it is comfort and practicality- vastly more cargo room. And while I'd rather play around with the S2000 at the track, If I had to do a 3 hour drive somewhere, I'd pick the 135i easily. An S2000 will have a much harder time putting up with heavy rain or snow.

Hope that helps.

wmo168 · 09-03-2009, 12:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brix

honestly... I feel the same way and have considered a cheaper car. Although you buying a used car for 24k is not going to save you anything. By the time you get done selling your new car for a used car you will only end up saving a hundred bucks a month.
You prob wont get more than 30k for your car. If you really want to save money you have to look at car <20k and even then you will only save maybe 200 a month. I had an 2007 si and that thing is almost just as fast as the s2000 and you can probably pick one up for 15k mint.
I dont think moving to s2000 is going to be worth the trade unlesss you just like it better or maybe are concerned with reliability. My lease will be up in less than a year on my 135 and the buyout is 26k, I am considering all possibilities. BUT unless I spend MORE... There is nothing > than the 135. I would have to buy a USED si to really save any money.
Consider your options but dont get hasty cause once you give up your 135 its gone and that used s2000 will never be a potential 400hp car AND you will end up losing money by making the trade. Just my thoughts
Good Luck

I once bought a new civic Si after having a 335i sedan thinking of saving money. I end up selling the Si at at a $5000 lost in 5 months and order a 135i. The stress of driving a slow car doesnt do justification...

bluejaypanther · 09-03-2009, 01:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wmo168

I once bought a new civic Si after having a 335i sedan thinking of saving money. I end up selling the Si at at a $5000 lost in 5 months and order a 135i. The stress of driving a slow car doesnt do justification...

As someone who suspects that the time may come when a small, sporty car will not fit into my life, I fear the stress of adjustment when I have to move on to my next car. Hopefully not for a long time.

Mega Man · 09-03-2009, 03:38 PM

Just keep the car, you'll lose more money trying to get another one.

cagekicker · 09-03-2009, 11:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by liquord

Peter: "I need to find a way to make 50,000 dollars." Quagmire: "You could whore yourself off to 50 fat chicks for 1000 dollars...Fat chicks need love too, they just gotta pay for it."

blue-coupe · 09-04-2009, 11:35 AM

I've been in this boat before. The only solution I found was to refinance & hold on to the car for a while. Eventually someone offered to buy my car at a price that would pay off my loan & give me a few bucks in the process.

I learned a lesson. New, fast cars are great, but I value low-stress in my life more. Now I only buy cars that are low stress. Thankfully my income has risen enough to make for some really nice cars!

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Upgrade+ Good life 130 Rep 1,937 Posts Drives: 2008 E90 M3 AW Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: NY iTrader: (8)	Possibly selling and need advice I've been enjoying my 135i since it arrived last july. It's been getting tougher to cope with all of my bills due to work slowing and losing some clients. It is not a definite, but I've thought of selling my 1er for a car that can still offer close performance and fun (just less). So far the front runner (car that I always loved) is the honda s2000. I would probably look for used with low mileage 20k or less miles, yrs 2005-2008. That is front runner like I said but I wanted to get advice on what other cars that I may enjoy (preferably rwd) and priced no higher than $24k. I had an STI but want to experience something new. I'm hoping that things will turn around and I wont have to sell my baby because I absolutely love her. Thanks in advance guys __________________ Current: 08 E90 M3 Alpine White Former: 11 135i Msport Space Gray -Former: 07 335i Titanium Silver E92- Former: 08 135i Alpine White E82- Past: 06 Subaru STI WRB- Past: 04 Audi S4 Imola yellow- Past:97 Honda prelude Ice blue
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mike06612 Private First Class 1 Rep 103 Posts Drives: 2008 135 convertible Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: CT iTrader: (0)	There are probably quite a few 3's out there certified pre owned that will fit the price tag miles and years if you want BMW. You could save a few pennies by finding a individual selling direct.
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bluejaypanther Nerd! 11 Rep 222 Posts Drives: 2009 AW 135i Coupe 6MT Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: PA iTrader: (0)	I wouldn't sell the 1 for reasons that others are naming, but the S2K is pretty awesome, my brother has an '06 and loves it. Much more of a strap-it-down-or-throw-it-out philosophy on the engineering in that car though- depending on your needs it may not be appropriate. Still, on a price to performance ratio, you can't do much better than a used S2K. __________________ Ordered 7/6/09 : Delivered 8/15/09 6MT, Hotchkiss front sway.
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oasis3582 Lieutenant 146 Rep 582 Posts Drives: 2021 BMW X3 M40i Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Cincinnati, OH iTrader: (0)	I think the best you could do would be a Mazdaspeed3, WRK, Civic Si. Given the fact you live in NY, a S2k might not be the most practical choice. __________________ Current: 2021 BMW X3 M40i Previous: VW GTI, Tesla Model 3 LR, Mazda MX-5 RF, Ford Mustang GT (x2), Mazda 3, BMW Z4 sDrive35i, Acura TSX, BMW 135i, Acura TSX, Honda Accord Coupe V6, Acura RDX, Pontiac GTO 6.0, Pontiac Grand Prix GTP
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guardianangel3290 Free at last 287 Rep 986 Posts Drives: 2006 Audi S-line Quattro Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico iTrader: (0)	Unfortunately, we're in the same boat i LOVE my 1er, but my income is about half of what it used to be and its getting kinda stressful having to juggle all this on top of going to school 18 credit hours a semester. __________________ If the possibility exists that you may have "failed" in either a normal or "epic" fashion, please follow this link.
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Brix Second Lieutenant 95 Rep 295 Posts Drives: 18' Grigio Telesto F80-6MT Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: New York iTrader: (0)	honestly... I feel the same way and have considered a cheaper car. Although you buying a used car for 24k is not going to save you anything. By the time you get done selling your new car for a used car you will only end up saving a hundred bucks a month. You prob wont get more than 30k for your car. If you really want to save money you have to look at car <20k and even then you will only save maybe 200 a month. I had an 2007 si and that thing is almost just as fast as the s2000 and you can probably pick one up for 15k mint. I dont think moving to s2000 is going to be worth the trade unlesss you just like it better or maybe are concerned with reliability. My lease will be up in less than a year on my 135 and the buyout is 26k, I am considering all possibilities. BUT unless I spend MORE... There is nothing > than the 135. I would have to buy a USED si to really save any money. Consider your options but dont get hasty cause once you give up your 135 its gone and that used s2000 will never be a potential 400hp car AND you will end up losing money by making the trade. Just my thoughts Good Luck __________________ I love this country!
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oasis3582 Lieutenant 146 Rep 582 Posts Drives: 2021 BMW X3 M40i Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Cincinnati, OH iTrader: (0)	You can also look into a new or gently used 350z. Now that the 370's are out, the 350's still left are selling cheap cheap cheap. __________________ Current: 2021 BMW X3 M40i Previous: VW GTI, Tesla Model 3 LR, Mazda MX-5 RF, Ford Mustang GT (x2), Mazda 3, BMW Z4 sDrive35i, Acura TSX, BMW 135i, Acura TSX, Honda Accord Coupe V6, Acura RDX, Pontiac GTO 6.0, Pontiac Grand Prix GTP
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liquord Victim 5 Rep 152 Posts Drives: 135i Coupe Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Denver, Colorado iTrader: (0)	Peter: "I need to find a way to make 50,000 dollars." Quagmire: "You could whore yourself off to 50 fat chicks for 1000 dollars...Fat chicks need love too, they just gotta pay for it."
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Upgrade+ Good life 130 Rep 1,937 Posts Drives: 2008 E90 M3 AW Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: NY iTrader: (8)	Hey guys. Thanks for all of the great advice and encouraging words. Yes, I haven't driven a much better and fun car than my 1er. Also, every car that I have owned has been an upgrade and I would not want to go backwards at this point. I still have some ideas that I will try, such as refinancing with my credit union and a part time (ungh). This is just something I was kicking around and wanted to see what car could possibly be as fun for less. I will go to see if I could test drive an s2000 soon just to see how the car handles, sometime soon. This would be my fun car and I would have a beater daily. Nothing is set in stone and I'm an optimistic person, so I think that it will all work out. That's how I got my 135i in the first place. Thx guys __________________ Current: 08 E90 M3 Alpine White Former: 11 135i Msport Space Gray -Former: 07 335i Titanium Silver E92- Former: 08 135i Alpine White E82- Past: 06 Subaru STI WRB- Past: 04 Audi S4 Imola yellow- Past:97 Honda prelude Ice blue
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bluejaypanther Nerd! 11 Rep 222 Posts Drives: 2009 AW 135i Coupe 6MT Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: PA iTrader: (0)	Do you already have said beater? Because buying 2 cars to replace one, I can't see how that would save money, especially having to insure both. Having driven both, as far as fun factor, there will be no dropoff to the S2000- if anything, as a convertible, it may be moreso. While it doesn't have the straight line speed of the 135i, it's not that far off- you just have to choke the performance out, what with the high-revving engine delivering most of its power in the 6000+ range. Because of this, it is quickest in the 20-70mph range. The chassis is more nimble with noticeably less body roll than the 135i. The car has a neat style to it, what with the digital speedo. The 6MT is better than the 135i as well, with shorter throws. What you get with the higher price of the 135i is not performance, it is comfort and practicality- vastly more cargo room. And while I'd rather play around with the S2000 at the track, If I had to do a 3 hour drive somewhere, I'd pick the 135i easily. An S2000 will have a much harder time putting up with heavy rain or snow. Hope that helps. __________________ Ordered 7/6/09 : Delivered 8/15/09 6MT, Hotchkiss front sway.
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