[Zeros]

About a year and a half ago I picked up a 2013 528i xdrive CPO because I was looking for something a bit more comfortable for my 45 mile each-way drive to work. Then I changed jobs and now drive about 1 mile to work and back. I am looking to downgrade due to mileage and lower my monthly cost as I am barely driving now. I have been looking at 2011 and newer 3 series in my area. I wanted to see what anyone thought of this 2011 335i that looks like it was recently traded in at a dealer that is relatively close to me. My goal for this new car is to stay under $20K, under 75K miles. I have 3 kids, so I prefer something with 3 rear seats, but it is not a deal breaker as we usually take my wife's Enclave when we travel as a family.

http://www.bmwofmtlaurel.com/used/BM...0978be546e.htm

Do you all think it is worth the asking cost? Is it a smarter decision to go for something in the 2013-14 320/328 models for the same price? I am just looking for some advise here. Thanks!

[GATORB8]

The E92 does not have three rear seats.

I think this one's a stick, m-sport, HK (Non-Nav) car. It would have been a great deal back when I was looking. I'm not sure if the exhaust is stock from the pictures.

You'll need to test drive to see what you would like. This N55 is significantly faster than a 320/328. Do you want a coupe or sedan?

Vehicle information
VIN WBAKG7C53BE262991
Type code KG73
Type 335I (USA)
E series E92 (MUE)
Series 3
Type COUPE
Steering LL
Doors 2
Engine N55
Displacement 3.00
Power 225
Drive HECK
Transmission MECH
Colour LE-MANS-BLAU METALLIC (381)
Upholstery SENSATEC/SCHWARZ (KASW)
Prod.date 2011-03-01
Vehicle upgrades
SiriusXM satellite radio Read more
Vehicle options
S1CA Selection of COP relevant vehicles
S2MF BMW alloy wheel, M spider spoke 193
S2VB Tire pressure display
P337 M Sports package
S403 Glass roof, electrical
S481 Sports seat
S4AB Fine wood trim burr walnut
S4NE Blow-by heater
S534 Automatic air conditioning
S544 Cruise control with brake function
S563 Light package
S570 Reinforced power supply
S688 Harman/Kardon Surround Sound system
S693 Preparation BMW satellite radio
S697 Area-Code 1 for DVD
Vehicle options
S704 M Sports suspension
S710 M leather steering wheel
S715 M Aerodynamics package
S760 High gloss shadow line
S775 Headlining anthracite
S840 High speed synchronisation
S8S4 Decoding variable light distribution
S8SC Telematics access request,country-spec.
S8SP Control unit COP
S8TL Dummy-SALAPA
S8TN Daytime run.lights adjus.via light menu
S925 Dummy-SALAPA
Vehicle options
S459 Seat adjuster, electric, with memory
S521 Rain sensor
S522 Xenon Light
S524 Adaptive Headlights
S5AK LED light elements
S5DS Emergency release, luggage compartment
S645 BMW US Radio
S663 Radio BMW Professional
S823 Hot-climate version
S845 Acoustic belt warning
S850 Dummy-SALAPA
S853 Language version English
S876 Radio frequency 315 MHz
S992 Control of number-plate attachment

[Zeros]

Originally Posted by GATORB8

The E92 does not have three rear seats.

I think this one's a stick, m-sport, HK car. It would have been a great deal back when I was looking.

You'll need to test drive to see what you would like. This N55 is significantly faster than a 320/328. Do you want a coupe or sedan?

I am aware about the rear seats and it really isn't a big deal. I have always had sedans as my kids were younger, but now that my oldest can ride up front, I really don't need a sedan anymore, so either coupe or sedan works really. I just don't know how I feel about spending around 20K on a car that is 7 years old (ant 2 years older than my current car) when I can get a 2014 320i for around the same money. I know it wont have the fun factor this one does, but it will have newer technology (iDrive, rear camera, pdc) and improvements, etc.

[GATORB8]

Originally Posted by Zeros

I am aware about the rear seats and it really isn't a big deal. I have always had sedans as my kids were younger, but now that my oldest can ride up front, I really don't need a sedan anymore, so either coupe or sedan works really. I just don't know how I feel about spending around 20K on a car that is 7 years old (ant 2 years older than my current car) when I can get a 2014 320i for around the same money. I know it wont have the fun factor this one does, but it will have newer technology (iDrive, rear camera, pdc) and improvements, etc.

The F30 and E92 are significantly different platforms and different driving experiences. You can get iDrive, Rear Camera and PDC in the E92 LCI. The F30 is significantly larger and drives differently.

I would definitely recommend test driving the one you linked. There is something very special about driving a stick shift E92 335.

Sedan's will tend to run cheaper than the coupe, but are harder to find in stick. You may be able to get close to 20 with a 2012 F30 335.

[Zeros]

Originally Posted by GATORB8

The F30 and E92 are significantly different platforms and different driving experiences. You can get iDrive, Rear Camera and PDC in the E92 LCI. The F30 is significantly larger and drives differently.

I would definitely recommend test driving the one you linked. There is something very special about driving a stick shift E92 335.

Sedan's will tend to run cheaper than the coupe, but are harder to find in stick. You may be able to get close to 20 with a 2012 F30 335.

And I am sure it is much different than my current F10. Hopefully I can make some time to go and give this one a test drive. Thank you for taking the time to reply.

[DrC_UArk]

Is a service history available? I'm always willing to pay a premium for proof the miles were cared for instead of abused.