BMW Model pricing and accelerated depreciation

[Rhinocorn]

Given the release of the 4 and soon to be released 2 series early next year, to what extent will this impact upon the prices of 1 series (primarily 135's) and the 3 series coupes.

Understandably significant depreciation will occur once used 2 and 4 series models start to hit the used market, but will we see an immediate downtrend in used 1 and 4 series car prices?

Obviously some personal motives here as I was about to pull the trigger on a 135i, however reluctantly pulled out due to the two release, out of both intrest and the downside of possible inflated depreciation.

Discuss!!!!

[dr.bmw]

Originally Posted by Rhinocorn

Discuss!!!!

no

[Alpine*]

Nope

[Rhinocorn]

[bates91]

I probably have no idea what I'm talking about... But anyway
You can get a decent used 135 for circa 40-45,someone who's in the market for that is likely not cross shopping a brand new 2er for double the price
If you're talking about a new 135 now then yeah you'd want to get a good run out deal because trying to flip that anytime in the next couple of years is going to be competing with used 235s as well

[Kabnine]

You are buying a BMW/Car over $65k. Accept the fact you are going to get shafted on resales, except when BMW do those Trade in deals to make you buy another one.

[TS135i]

I ordered a well optioned 135i knowing full well the M235i was just around the corner (I preferred the 135i styling and hydraulic steering etc) Depreciation really shouldn't be an issue if you like the car!

I know of people who shop around for cheap conveyancing after buying a $2M property, I suppose its human nature.

[PeteA]

Purchase what you will be happy with in the long run within your financial budgets. If you want the best return, buy a used car.

2er may cause the 1er to depreciate a little quicker, but given that the name is not being re-used in the F-series, it may actually work in its favor. The only certain thing is, its a car and like 99% of them, it will depreciate.

You have to pay to play..
Cut your losses and move on...
<<Insert cliche comment here>>

[melbv]

+1

Originally Posted by PeteA

Purchase what you will be happy with in the long run within your financial budgets. If you want the best return, buy a used car.

2er may cause the 1er to depreciate a little quicker, but given that the name is not being re-used in the F-series, it may actually work in its favor. The only certain thing is, its a car and like 99% of them, it will depreciate.

You have to pay to play..
Cut your losses and move on...

[Liub]

Yes it definitely will cause all 1ers to take a hit in resale value. Don't know why people are dodging the question, just a fact of life.

[aus135i]

who cares? you like/want it? buy it.

[Rhinocorn]

Not in a rush to buy, however I don't want to purchase the 135 and then in a year it depreciate in value by 25%! Which may be a possibility given the 2 series release.

This isn't a need purchase, I love the 135, just not sure if buying now is potentially the worst time to buy considering the new model release.

[VGR00]

Originally Posted by Rhinocorn

Not in a rush to buy, however I don't want to purchase the 135 and then in a year it depreciate in value by 25%! Which may be a possibility given the 2 series release.

This isn't a need purchase, I love the 135, just not sure if buying now is potentially the worst time to buy considering the new model release.

I'll let you into a little secret. Buy a 2 ser when it comes out and in 12 months time it will have depreciated by 25%. It's a fact of life.

[racer_x]

If you are worried about depreciation, buying brand new is not really for you.

Buy second hand and get the best bang for your buck (financially speaking).

[AndrewCowley]

The relative difference between 'good' and 'bad' depreciation is minuscule compared to the depreciation itself. If it worries you that much then don't buy a car!

[Scoobs]

Tax deductible depreciation is good

[OzJustin]

Originally Posted by Rhinocorn

Given the release of the 4 and soon to be released 2 series early next year, to what extent will this impact upon the prices of 1 series (primarily 135's) and the 3 series coupes.

Understandably significant depreciation will occur once used 2 and 4 series models start to hit the used market, but will we see an immediate downtrend in used 1 and 4 series car prices?

Obviously some personal motives here as I was about to pull the trigger on a 135i, however reluctantly pulled out due to the two release, out of both intrest and the downside of possible inflated depreciation.

Discuss!!!!

I'm in the same boat as you. I'm considering purchase of a 135i in the not too distant future and I'm actually hoping depreciation increases (sorry existing 1er owners :P) due to the new model line. Wait 6-12 months and a $45k used 135i may be a $35-38k car. That is something I'm prepared to wait for...