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01-28-2013, 05:51 PM | #45 |
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Misfires - consists of feeling the car shake, rev counter jumps up and down, hesitancy when revving and just general sluggish drive.
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01-28-2013, 06:09 PM | #47 | |
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maybe you should stick with the clio's for the time being if you can't afford one.
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01-28-2013, 06:12 PM | #49 |
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01-28-2013, 07:00 PM | #51 |
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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
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01-29-2013, 02:48 AM | #52 |
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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!
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01-29-2013, 03:47 AM | #53 | |
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You seem set on buying it though, just don't say no one warned you when it goes wrong |
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01-29-2013, 03:54 AM | #54 |
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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
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01-29-2013, 04:53 AM | #55 |
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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. |
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01-29-2013, 05:01 AM | #56 |
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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!!
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01-29-2013, 09:20 AM | #57 |
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01-29-2013, 09:59 AM | #59 |
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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. |
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01-29-2013, 10:03 AM | #60 | |
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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. |
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01-29-2013, 11:26 AM | #62 |
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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= |
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01-29-2013, 11:40 AM | #63 |
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01-29-2013, 12:14 PM | #64 | |
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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 !
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01-29-2013, 12:19 PM | #65 | |
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Plus i'm sure se suspension is more forgiving than m sport. You don't get that rock hard ride we all hear about. |
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01-29-2013, 12:20 PM | #66 | |
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