E92 Buying advice - 320i M-Sport - Page 3 - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

shortie · 01-28-2013, 06:51 PM

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Originally Posted by S114HED

What does the car exactly do? Meaning how can I tell if I have a bad apple?

Misfires - consists of feeling the car shake, rev counter jumps up and down, hesitancy when revving and just general sluggish drive.

S114HED · 01-28-2013, 06:57 PM

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Originally Posted by mob17

http://www.approved.bmw.co.uk/bmwuk/...adm-xx,00.html

I know these are a bit over budget, but you can try haggling. I haven't looked at the specs but thats something you can decide

Theres even a cheeky 6 pot there.

I've just had a look and most cars I can afford are 57 plates and I was hoping for something similar.

Yoro35i · 01-28-2013, 07:09 PM

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Originally Posted by S114HED

I've just had a look and most cars I can afford are 57 plates and I was hoping for something similar.

well you get what you pay for. how about a 60 reg plate 330i for 10k?? (we would all want that wouldn't we?) bmw are pricey for a reason and with all due respect the forum guys here has given you alot of feedback so stop being anal. Just don't come crying back if you do manage to buy one with loads of problem.

maybe you should stick with the clio's for the time being if you can't afford one.

E92Dan · 01-28-2013, 07:10 PM

After reading this thread I would say that your probably best avoiding the 2.0i

mob17 · 01-28-2013, 07:12 PM

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Originally Posted by S114HED

I've just had a look and most cars I can afford are 57 plates and I was hoping for something similar.

Sorry, i thought your budget was £13.5k-14 ish?

Edit: does that link work for you guys? There should be 4 suitable cars at around £14.5k?

mob17 · 01-28-2013, 07:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Yoro35i

well you get what you pay for. how about a 60 reg plate 330i for 10k?? (we would all want that wouldn't we?) bmw are pricey for a reason and with all due respect the forum guys here has given you alot of feedback so stop being anal. Just don't come crying back if you do manage to buy one with loads of problem.

maybe you should stick with the clio's for the time being if you can't afford one.

Lol i love using that

Maaarkk · 01-28-2013, 08:00 PM

Insurance sucks being young

I'm 21 and its about £1k for a e92 320d which I think is good considering its been closer to £2k when under 21

chrisbmwcy · 01-29-2013, 03:48 AM

Go for it.

1. The car looks great. Best colour combination White and Red Leather & M Sport!
2. The problems everyone mentioned above are nothing (My bros 320i had exactly the same issues, coils misfire, spakrs, ecu programming update, and now is perfectly fine!)
3. Its super low miles which is almost like getting a new car.
4. Much less consumption than 325i 330i etc..
5. The 320d has more power but, has problems which are most costly to fix (x 3 the cost)
6. For 22 years of age, this would suit you great! (enough power, economy and looks!)

In my own opinion, I would say go for it!

bigdave196 · 01-29-2013, 04:47 AM

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Originally Posted by shortie

Misfires - consists of feeling the car shake, rev counter jumps up and down, hesitancy when revving and just general sluggish drive.

Same with mine. 08 plate, all coils replaced under BMW recall and still misfires. Also recently needed the O2 sensor replaced.

You seem set on buying it though, just don't say no one warned you when it goes wrong

Geo's comps · 01-29-2013, 04:54 AM

I brought my e92 320i Msport when I was 21 last year and yes I have replaced coils during that time but since then warranty has covered all the other bits and pieces although despite that I think it's a cracking car and I wouldn't change it until the 4 series comes along

norman1979 · 01-29-2013, 05:53 AM

It seems as though your mind is made up on the 320i and it doesn't really matter what others say. If you still want it - then go for it. It is an awesome car for a 21 year old.
The ticking noise is normal - something to do with the hydraulic lifters IIRC - so i wouldn't worry about it.
I would agree a price before going down - anything from there is a bonus.

shortie · 01-29-2013, 06:01 AM

Bear in mind if you buy that car, your spending 13 - 14k and its sold as seen. You have literally no comeback. I would have been screwed with my 320i if it was not for the warranty!!

mob17 · 01-29-2013, 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by shortie

Bear in mind if you buy that car, your spending 13 - 14k and its sold as seen. You have literally no comeback. I would have been screwed with my 320i if it was not for the warranty!!

This

SiofChester · 01-29-2013, 10:50 AM

You can get the BMW warranty after you purchase it as a none AUC - I've just done the same on my 330i!

Sir_Pigley · 01-29-2013, 10:59 AM

So many people have said to avoid the 320i that I think you'd be a fool to ignore them.

It looks a lovely car and you're being seduced by that fact. However I reckon you'll regret it, so see sense and take the advice you've been given.

AWBimmer · 01-29-2013, 11:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Sir_Pigley

So many people have said to avoid the 320i that I think you'd be a fool to ignore them.

It looks a lovely car and you're being seduced by that fact. However I reckon you'll regret it, so see sense and take the advice you've been given.

+1

OP, I know insurance is hard at your age but its SERIOUSLY worth holding out since you may just end up paying far more in repairs than insurance. Save up enough to buy a nice looking 325i if petrol is what you're after and you'll not regret it, plus it'll have noticeably more power behind it..

Looks are ALOT at that age but never more than safety and overally savings.. It's very hit and miss with the 320i and given so many knowledgeable members have advised you otherweise, I would realyl save up the money to buy a more reliable engine. You can use the extra money towards insurance / extended warranty and have peace of mind over constant worries over what may go wrong with the 320i. That's not to say they aren't good motors, but general consensus speaks for itself, just saying.

Sir_Pigley · 01-29-2013, 11:05 AM

How about this one.

Then save up and get a leather interior of a breaker or eBay - they come up for sale regularly.

mob17 · 01-29-2013, 12:26 PM

Look how many decent options you have for £14k roughly:

http://www.bmwauc.com/AUC/WBAWD12000...0/digi-pdf.pdf

http://www.bmwauc.com/AUC/WBAWD32080...2/digi-pdf.pdf

http://www.bmwauc.com/AUC/WBAWD12030...3/digi-pdf.pdf

http://www.bmwauc.com/AUC/WBAWD12050...2/digi-pdf.pdf

http://www.approved.bmw.co.uk/bmwuk/...41&dispPrice=1

http://www.approved.bmw.co.uk/bmwuk/...AwMFAxOTE5NzQ=

Sir_Pigley · 01-29-2013, 12:40 PM

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Originally Posted by mob17

Look how many decent options you have for £14k roughly:

http://www.bmwauc.com/AUC/WBAWD12000...0/digi-pdf.pdf

http://www.bmwauc.com/AUC/WBAWD32080...2/digi-pdf.pdf

http://www.bmwauc.com/AUC/WBAWD12030...3/digi-pdf.pdf

http://www.bmwauc.com/AUC/WBAWD12050...2/digi-pdf.pdf

http://www.approved.bmw.co.uk/bmwuk/...41&dispPrice=1

http://www.approved.bmw.co.uk/bmwuk/...AwMFAxOTE5NzQ=

They are all SE versions so not likely to be as appealing to a 22 year oold as the one he is considering.

Yoro35i · 01-29-2013, 01:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Sir_Pigley

They are all SE versions so not likely to be as appealing to a 22 year oold as the one he is considering.

Maybe this would appeal to him.

like i said he wants the best of everything but doesn't have the dosh for it. it sorts of ruining all the hard effort of people saving up for their cars. my 335i cost alot but it wasn't until i was 23 i finally got my dream car !

mob17 · 01-29-2013, 01:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Sir_Pigley

They are all SE versions so not likely to be as appealing to a 22 year oold as the one he is considering.

That's where modding can help! Customise your car with the savings on an SE model yourself.

Plus i'm sure se suspension is more forgiving than m sport. You don't get that rock hard ride we all hear about.

peterg1965 · 01-29-2013, 01:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Sir_Pigley

How about this one.

Then save up and get a leather interior of a breaker or eBay - they come up for sale regularly.

That is a 6 year old car and HUGELY overpriced in my view.

01-29-2013, 03:48 AM	#52
chrisbmwcy Private First Class Drives: E92 320d M Sport Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Cyprus Posts: 168 iTrader: (1) Garage List 2007/7 BMW E92 [2.75]	Go for it. 1. The car looks great. Best colour combination White and Red Leather & M Sport! 2. The problems everyone mentioned above are nothing (My bros 320i had exactly the same issues, coils misfire, spakrs, ecu programming update, and now is perfectly fine!) 3. Its super low miles which is almost like getting a new car. 4. Much less consumption than 325i 330i etc.. 5. The 320d has more power but, has problems which are most costly to fix (x 3 the cost) 6. For 22 years of age, this would suit you great! (enough power, economy and looks!) In my own opinion, I would say go for it! __________________ E92 Crismson Red M-Sport. CRD-T dual channel tuning. Pipercross Panel Filter. Custom Rear carbon dual diffuser

01-29-2013, 06:01 AM	#56
shortie Lieutenant Drives: BMW 320i M sport Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: West Midlands UK Posts: 558 iTrader: (0)	Bear in mind if you buy that car, your spending 13 - 14k and its sold as seen. You have literally no comeback. I would have been screwed with my 320i if it was not for the warranty!! __________________

01-29-2013, 10:50 AM	#58
SiofChester Private Drives: E90 330i Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: North Wales Posts: 64 iTrader: (0)	You can get the BMW warranty after you purchase it as a none AUC - I've just done the same on my 330i! __________________

01-29-2013, 12:26 PM	#62
mob17 Lieutenant Colonel Drives: E92 335D SE Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Northampton, UK Posts: 1,928 iTrader: (2)	Look how many decent options you have for £14k roughly: http://www.bmwauc.com/AUC/WBAWD12000...0/digi-pdf.pdf http://www.bmwauc.com/AUC/WBAWD32080...2/digi-pdf.pdf http://www.bmwauc.com/AUC/WBAWD12030...3/digi-pdf.pdf http://www.bmwauc.com/AUC/WBAWD12050...2/digi-pdf.pdf http://www.approved.bmw.co.uk/bmwuk/...41&dispPrice=1 http://www.approved.bmw.co.uk/bmwuk/...AwMFAxOTE5NzQ= __________________ 2008 E92 335D SE 2010 E90 320D SE 1994 E36 318I SE 1996 E36 316I SE

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01-28-2013, 07:10 PM	#48
E92Dan Second Lieutenant Drives: 330d Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: northampton Posts: 282 iTrader: (0)	After reading this thread I would say that your probably best avoiding the 2.0i

01-28-2013, 08:00 PM	#51
Maaarkk First Lieutenant Drives: E92 Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: N.Ireland Posts: 317 iTrader: (0)	Insurance sucks being young I'm 21 and its about £1k for a e92 320d which I think is good considering its been closer to £2k when under 21

01-29-2013, 04:54 AM	#54
Geo's comps New Member Drives: 320i Msport E92 Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: London Posts: 7 iTrader: (0)	I brought my e92 320i Msport when I was 21 last year and yes I have replaced coils during that time but since then warranty has covered all the other bits and pieces although despite that I think it's a cracking car and I wouldn't change it until the 4 series comes along

01-29-2013, 05:53 AM	#55
norman1979 Private Drives: E92 335i, B7 RS4 Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: London Posts: 94 iTrader: (0)	It seems as though your mind is made up on the 320i and it doesn't really matter what others say. If you still want it - then go for it. It is an awesome car for a 21 year old. The ticking noise is normal - something to do with the hydraulic lifters IIRC - so i wouldn't worry about it. I would agree a price before going down - anything from there is a bonus.

01-29-2013, 10:59 AM	#59
Sir_Pigley Captain Drives: 525d M Sport Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Banbury Posts: 800 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 BMW 525d M Sport [0.00]	So many people have said to avoid the 320i that I think you'd be a fool to ignore them. It looks a lovely car and you're being seduced by that fact. However I reckon you'll regret it, so see sense and take the advice you've been given.

01-29-2013, 11:05 AM	#61
Sir_Pigley Captain Drives: 525d M Sport Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Banbury Posts: 800 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 BMW 525d M Sport [0.00]	How about this one. Then save up and get a leather interior of a breaker or eBay - they come up for sale regularly.