[lookin4e90]

Hello All,

First post, and newbie here looking for my first bimmer (coming from a line of infiniti's), yes I am turning to the dark side

Started looking today and found one I liked, here are the specs

07' 335i sedan, sports, premium, logic7, 20k miles CPO
listed @ $34500, sales guy said they probably won't go below $33500, I just threw out a number at $30,000 and he said probably not, we didn't go further.

How much do you guys think would be a good deal? I just want a FAIR price that reflects the car's market value

Also, he said their dealership is the only one that's been approved by BFS for 2.9% financing for 48 months on these cars. Does that sound right?

Please respond, I appreciate, thanks

[a14lee]

The financing rates on CPO cars right now, until tomorrow are:

0.9% for 24 months
1.9% for 36 months
2.9% for 48 months

Through BMW financial.

He's pulling your chain. You're in a conundrum. The rates expire tomorrow, and he has a car that you want. If you're willing to wait, there are a lot more 335i's coming off lease in the coming months (It's just about 3 years into the model life of these cars), so you'll have more to choose from. Because there will be a greater supply, you'll probably get a cheaper price. On the other hand, BMW said that the drop in car sales is slowing down (take that for what it's worth, since they can't say they're doing poorly), so prices overall may be going up. They may also be less inclined to offer good financing rates for cars.

Good luck with the tough decision. My philosophy has always been not to buy a car I can't pay for outright; so I would wait.

[lookin4e90]

Originally Posted by a14lee

The financing rates on CPO cars right now, until tomorrow are:

0.9% for 24 months
1.9% for 36 months
2.9% for 48 months

Through BMW financial.

He's pulling your chain. You're in a conundrum. The rates expire tomorrow, and he has a car that you want. If you're willing to wait, there are a lot more 335i's coming off lease in the coming months (It's just about 3 years into the model life of these cars), so you'll have more to choose from. Because there will be a greater supply, you'll probably get a cheaper price. On the other hand, BMW said that the drop in car sales is slowing down (take that for what it's worth, since they can't say they're doing poorly), so prices overall may be going up. They may also be less inclined to offer good financing rates for cars.

Good luck with the tough decision. My philosophy has always been not to buy a car I can't pay for outright; so I would wait.

Thanks for your input. So you are saying the price is too high? I'm thinking the car should be at about $31500 to be a good deal, about right?

[kjrulz]

i got my 2007 335i coupe 6 months ago for 29,500. sports package, metallic paint, heated seats with 17k miles.

[1N54E92]

$33,500 sounds high. You should be able to find one for around $31,500 CPO.

[kgb1637]

You should have no problem finding what you want in So Cal, don't just buy the first one you find, its a big purchase, make sure you make the right one.

[lookin4e90]

Originally Posted by kjrulz

i got my 2007 335i coupe 6 months ago for 29,500. sports package, metallic paint, heated seats with 17k miles.

wow that's a great deal, congrats. i dont think i will pay over $31500

[a14lee]

BMWUSA.com has a search function where you can search for all the CPO's in the country. That will give you an idea of what things are worth.

[lookin4e90]

Originally Posted by a14lee

BMWUSA.com has a search function where you can search for all the CPO's in the country. That will give you an idea of what things are worth.

The problem is all BMWUSA cars are all dealer listed, as we all know there's a significant difference between dealer list price and what "things are worth"

[a14lee]

I mean you can get an idea of what people are asking for. I think there are lots of cars on the bmwusa website that are similarly equipped that are listed for less than what that dealer is asking for.

[seanl]

Originally Posted by lookin4e90

wow that's a great deal, congrats. i dont think i will pay over $31500

No kidding that's a great deal.

As everyone else said, there is going to be a steady stream of supplying coming in off lease now, so I would anticipate pricing to trend downward at a steeper slope. Just make sure the car you buy has the factory installed aux. oil cooler (grill is in the pass. side front fenderwell, can't miss it.)

Good Luck

[lookin4e90]

Originally Posted by seanl

No kidding that's a great deal.

As everyone else said, there is going to be a steady stream of supplying coming in off lease now, so I would anticipate pricing to trend downward at a steeper slope. Just make sure the car you buy has the factory installed aux. oil cooler (grill is in the pass. side front fenderwell, can't miss it.)

Good Luck

Thanks for the heads-up, I will definitely look for that. If the that item is NOT installed, can't I just bring it to BMW and have them install it under the warranty program after I purchase it? Or do I have to wait until something breaks to have it installed?

[E394KEN]

High 20's thats it.

[lookin4e90]

Originally Posted by E394KEN

High 20's thats it.

are you basing your comment on actual sales numbers you've seen or heard? if so I sure would like to know who's selling CPO's for upper 20's since you are also in socal

[diablo2112]

Purchased my 07 E90 335i in March, 19k miles, CPOed, well-optioned (sport, premium,etc, 6MT), $31k-even out the door. Was 20 months from in-service date (which is relevant for the remainder of the 4 year original warranty).

[seanl]

Originally Posted by lookin4e90

Thanks for the heads-up, I will definitely look for that. If the that item is NOT installed, can't I just bring it to BMW and have them install it under the warranty program after I purchase it? Or do I have to wait until something breaks to have it installed?

From what I've read here and on Bimmerfest, it's pretty difficult to get BMW to install the aux. oil cooler if you car is not equipped with it. Just rule out ANY '07s that don't have one....

This is a pic of the pass side front fenderwell.

[lookin4e90]

Originally Posted by diablo2112

Purchased my 07 E90 335i in March, 19k miles, CPOed, well-optioned (sport, premium,etc, 6MT), $31k-even out the door. Was 20 months from in-service date (which is relevant for the remainder of the 4 year original warranty).

wow that's a great deal, so you negotiated for about a $27500 sales price? that's a great deal for a cpo!

[lookin4e90]

Originally Posted by seanl

From what I've read here and on Bimmerfest, it's pretty difficult to get BMW to install the aux. oil cooler if you car is not equipped with it. Just rule out ANY '07s that don't have one....

This is a pic of the pass side front fenderwell.

Thanks for the detailed info. Are the 08's different story then? I'm actually leaning towards 08's now. Trying to avoid a first model year car (07's first model year w/ twin turbos)

[seanl]

Originally Posted by lookin4e90

Thanks for the detailed info. Are the 08's different story then? I'm actually leaning towards 08's now. Trying to avoid a first model year car (07's first model year w/ twin turbos)

you'll have to do some searching on this site, but I believe most if not all '08s have the extra oil cooler.

[xquizitdjx]

I paid 25,600 for my 07 E92 with ALL options but heated seats but it had 49k miles from a private seller. I wanted a CPO but the dealers in Florida wanted way to much and I figured I could just buy an extended warranty to cover my ass.

[SeattleLSB]

My E90 is for sale:-) CPO 335I Fully Loaded Beside Nav. Have Oil Cooler and Bolted Diff;-)

-Joe

[CAMOETO]

I just picked up a CPO 2007 6MT 335i with sports package and it does have the oil cooler.